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Rocco

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 9 months

Rocco is about 9 months old (as of 10/2021) and already a real heartbreaker, charmer and gentleman. How a dog as nice as our funny new arrival ended up on the street will probably always remain a mystery, but we think that Rocco didn't have to struggle alone for long before a loving family found and rescued him. His new friends brought the lovely four-legged friend to their home, where Rocco showed exemplary behavior with the cat living there and proved great talent as a children's entertainer. Unfortunately, his rescuers couldn't offer him a permanent home, but they did some research and brought the funny young pup into the best possible hands, namely those of our friends from ArcoNatura. Rocco has coped with his move to the animal shelter as well as possible and is now waiting, although impatiently, but without problems, for the news that his ticket to great happiness has been redeemed. The curious clown is extremely clingy and would like to spend the whole day in the company of the Arconatura staff. Rocco is an inquisitive spirit and likes to visit his four-legged roommates and is always open for a round of playing and fun. A big talent like Rocco, who hasn't even celebrated his first birthday yet, should have no trouble finding a family that opens their heart and home to him and supports and challenges him age-appropriately. Rocco is waiting to become someone's best friend and doesn't want to be away from them for too long - and let's be honest, with a genuine Rocco by your side, you just naturally show off!

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Rocco ist ca. 9 Monate alt (Stand 10/2021) und schon ein echter Herzensbrecher, Charmeur und Gentleman. Wie ein so netter Hund wie unser lustiger Neuzugang auf der Straße landen konnte, wird wohl immer ein Rätsel bleiben, aber wir denken, dass sich Rocco nicht lange allein durchschlagen musste, bevor er von einer tierlieben Familie entdeckt und gerettet wurde. Seine neuen Freunde brachten den lieben Vierbeiner erstmal in ihr Zuhause, wo sich Rocco vorbildlich im Umgang mit der dort lebenden Katze zeigte und großes Talent als Kinderbespaßer bewies. Leider konnten seine Retter ihm kein dauerhaftes Heim anbieten, aber sie machten sich kundig und brachten den witzigen Jungspund in die denkbar besten Hände, nämlich in die unserer Freunde von der ArcoNatura. Rocco hat seinen Einzug im Tierheim bestmöglich verkraftet und wartet nun zwar mit Ungeduld, aber problemlos auf die Nachricht, dass sein Ticket ins große Glück gelöst wurde. Der neugierige Clown ist extrem anhänglich und möchte am liebsten den ganzen Tag im Gefolge der Mitarbeiter der Arconatura verbringen. Rocco ist ein Forschergeist und besucht gerne seine vierbeinigen Mitbewohner und ist auch jederzeit offen für eine Runde Toben und Spielen. Ein großes Nachwuchstalent wie Rocco, das noch nicht mal seinen ersten Geburtstag gefeiert hat, sollte doch keine Probleme haben, schnell eine Familie zu finden, die ihm Herz und Haustür öffnet und ihn altersgemäß fördert und fordert. Rocco wartet darauf, jemandes bester Freund zu werden und ihm möglichst wenig von der Seite weichen zu müssen – und mal ehrlich, mit einem waschechten Rocco an der Seite zeigt man sich doch auch gerne!

Size
Large
Age
Puppy · 9 months
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Living with Rocco
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · GernsbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Rocco home

What you'll need for Rocco in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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
  4. 04

    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
  6. 06
    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 Rocco

What life with Rocco looks like

Rocco is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Rocco, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rocco?
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 Rocco on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rocco 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 Rocco 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 Rocco 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 Rocco 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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