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Neo &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Neo now lives in 79276 Reute. All the best, Neo. Heartfelt thanks, Mrs. H. When Neo’s first owner, who got him at two years old, decided on a dog, he surely didn’t think a minute about it. There was this cute puppy, and suddenly they had a pet. And then came the everyday life. A young dog needs time, patience, training, costs money, and makes work – and when the day came when Neo’s owner realized he couldn’t plan weekends spontaneously anymore, he simply left his dog with a friend. However, he forgot to pick him up, and when the new, unwanted owner no longer wanted Neo, the so people-friendly and clingy male dog ended up on the street. But Neo’s story didn’t end there, fortunately, not under a car or in a pound, or with abuse or death by parasites or other strays, like for hundreds and thousands of his fellow animals. Neo ended up in the care of Arca Sevilla, which found his first owner. The brave four-legged friend was officially handed over to animal welfare, and Neo moved into a loving foster family, for the first time in absolute security – and he is more than ready to move into his final home with people full of heart and time! Neo is a wonderful, affectionate, and playful Podenco mix, who will celebrate his second birthday in November 2025. He is an active and playful companion and a real sprinting champion. On the leash, he runs very well and shows himself to be calm and friendly at dog encounters, and he is always happy to make new friends. In a sporting competition with other dogs, he impresses more with speed and agility than with strength or show-off behavior. Typical of the breed is Neo a clever head and wants to be mentally challenged and supported. After a job well done, Neo looks forward to long cuddle evenings on the couch, between soft pillows, with cookies, and a good movie (okay, he doesn’t really need the movie 😉). Neo never did anything wrong, yet he was let down and abandoned by people over and over. You wouldn’t know it from the friendly male dog, he is a master of forgiveness and would be more than happy to become someone’s best friend again! Maybe yours?

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Neo lebt jetzt in 79276 Reute. Alles Gute, Neo. Herzlichen Dank, Frau H. Als der frühere Besitzer des erst zwei Jahren alten Spaßpakets Neo sich für einen Hund entschied, hat er sicher keine Minute nachgedacht. Da war dieser niedliche Welpe, und schon hatte man ein Haustier. Und dann kam der Alltag. Ein junger Hund braucht Zeit, Geduld, Erziehung, er kostet Geld und macht Arbeit – und als dann der Tag kam, an dem Neos Halter merkte, dass er nicht mehr spontan das Wochenende verplanen konnte, ließ er seinen Hund einfach bei einem Bekannten. Allerdings vergaß er ihn wieder abzuholen und als auch der neue, ungewollte zu diesem erkorene, Besitzer keine Lust mehr auf Neo hatte, landete der so menschenfreundliche und anhängliche Rüde auf der Straße. Dort endete Neos Geschichte aber zum Glück nicht unter einem Auto oder in der Perrera, oder mit Misshandlung oder dem Tod durch Parasiten oder andere Streuner, wie für Hunderte und Tausende seiner Artgenossen. Neo landete in der Obhut der Arca Sevilla, die seinen Ersthalter ausfindig machte. Der tapfere Vierbeiner wurde offiziell dem Tierschutz übergeben, und Neo zog in eine liebevolle Pflegefamilie, das erste Mal in absolute Geborgenheit – und er ist mehr als bereit, in sein endgültiges Zuhause zu Menschen mit viel Herz und Zeit zu ziehen! Neo ist ein wundervoller, zärtlicher und lustiger Podenco-Mix, der im November 2025 seinen zweiten Geburtstag feiern darf. Er ist ein aktiver und verspielter Geselle und im Sprint ein echtes Ass. An der Leine läuft er aber sehr anständig und zeigt sich bei Hundebegegnungen gelassen und schließt gern neue Freundschaften. Im sportlichen Wettkampf mit anderen Hunden überzeugt er viel mehr durch Schnelligkeit und Wendigkeit als durch Kraft oder Imponiergehabe. Rassetypisch ist Neo ein schlaues Köpfchen und will auch geistig gefordert und gefördert werden. Nach getaner Arbeit freut sich Neo über lange Kuschelabende auf der Couch, zwischen weichen Kissen, mit Keksen und einem guten Film (okay, den braucht er nicht wirklich 😉). Neo hat nie etwas falsch gemacht, trotzdem wurde er von den Menschen immer wieder enttäuscht und verlassen. Man merkt es dem freundlichen Rüden nicht an, er ist ein Meister der Vergebung und würde nur zu gern wieder jemandes bester Freund werden! Vielleicht Ihrer?

Size
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Neo &#8211 home

What you'll need for Neo &#8211 in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    €50–80
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    €20–35

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About Neo &#8211

What life with Neo &#8211 looks like

Neo &#8211 is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Neo &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Neo &#8211?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Neo &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Neo &#8211 if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Neo &#8211 already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Neo &#8211 isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Neo &#8211 and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (DE). Translation is imperfect — names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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