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Rocky &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

If you have extensive dog experience and a big heart, if you live in a quiet household without children or other pets, and are willing to give a very special grandpa a home, then please read on and contact us soon. Rocky needs to get out of the animal shelter! Our 10-year-old (as of 11/2022) Rocky had a great life with an elderly lady. As a puppy, he came into the hands of his best friend, and the two had eight wonderful years together. Then, as often happens, Rocky's owner died and no one could or wanted to take care of the small terrier mix. When Rocky arrived at the animal shelter, he was completely upset, panicking, and would not be touched. Just getting close to him was extremely difficult because Rocky did not hesitate to use his teeth to show that he was not pleased with visitors in his cage. Our friends in Seville tried to find a foster family for the frightened male dog, but our foster homes are often already full of several dogs and not prepared for problem dogs like Rocky. Weeks and months passed, but Rocky showed no improvements - so Arca Sevilla called in a specialist who took the old man under his care. They hoped that Rocky would become a relaxed companion who enjoys life again. The next message our friends received was that Rocky was at the vet. He had to undergo an emergency operation because he was neglected in the "expert's" house and it was not realized that Rocky needed medical help until it was almost too late. The already traumatized little man was therefore sitting in a cage in the veterinary clinic, once again confirmed that people cannot be trusted, even more convinced that he is completely alone in the world ... Rocky came back to Arca Sevilla, where our partners created a strict daily schedule for him (and all volunteers) that would help him find a routine again. After months of hard work, Rocky can now be walked on a leash, he accepts company in his cage, and occasionally, very rarely, a small nose moves toward a hand and seeks a small cuddle. Rocky is looking for a miracle, and we want to help him. If you feel that our little sad guy has a future with you, if you have plenty of patience and love, lots of time and understanding, then please, take Rocky out of his hole ... he could otherwise be stuck there for years.

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Wenn Sie besonders viel Hundeerfahrung und ein großes Herz haben, wenn Sie einen ruhigen Haushalt ohne Kinder und andere Haustiere führen und bereit sind, einem ganz speziellen Opa ein Zuhause zu schenken, dann bitte lesen Sie jetzt weiter und melden Sie sich bald bei uns. Rocky muss aus dem Tierheim raus! Unser 10 Jahre alter (Stand 11/2022) Rocky hatte ein prima Leben bei einer älteren Dame. Schon als Welpe kam er in die Hände seiner besten Freundin und die beiden hatten 8 wundervolle Jahre miteinander. Dann geschah, was immer wieder vorkommt: Rockys Halterin starb und niemand konnte oder wollte sich um den kleinen Terriermix kümmern. Als Rocky im Tierheim ankam, war er vollkommen verstört, panisch und ließ sich nicht berühren. Schon allein in seine Nähe zu kommen, war extrem schwierig, denn Rocky scheute sich nicht, auch seine Zähne zu benutzen, um zu zeigen, dass er von Besuch im Zwinger nicht angetan war. Unsere Freunde in Sevilla versuchten, eine Pflegefamilie für den verängstigten Rüden zu finden, aber unsere Pflegestellen sind oft mit mehreren Hunden belegt und nicht auf Problemhunde wie Rocky eingestellt. Wochen und Monate gingen ins Land, aber Rocky zeigte keine Verbesserungen – und so schaltete die Arca Sevilla einen Spezialisten ein, der den alten Herrn in seine Obhut nahm. Man hoffte, dass Rocky dort wieder zu einem entspannten Zeitgenossen würde, der Spaß am Leben hat. Die nächste Nachricht, die unsere Freunde erreichte, war, dass Rocky beim Tierarzt wäre. Er musste einer Notoperation unterzogen werden, weil er im Haus des „Fachmanns“ vernachlässigt wurde und man nicht erkannte, dass Rocky medizinische Hilfe brauchte, bis es fast zu spät war. Der eh schon traumatisierte kleine Mann saß also im Käfig in der Tierklinik, noch einmal darin bestätigt, dass man Menschen nicht trauen darf, noch mehr überzeugt davon, dass er ganz allein auf der Welt ist … Rocky kam wieder in die Arca Sevilla, wo unsere Partner einen straffen Tagesplan für ihn (und alle Freiwilligen) erstellten, der ihm helfen sollte, wieder einen Rhythmus zu finden. Nach Monaten harter Arbeit kann Rocky jetzt angeleint werden, er akzeptiert Gesellschaft im Zwinger und hin und wieder, sehr selten, schiebt eine kleine Nase sich in Richtung einer Hand und sucht eine kleine Streicheleinheit. Rocky sucht ein Wunder, und wir wollen ihm dabei helfen. Wenn Sie spüren, dass unser kleiner Trauerkloß bei ihnen eine Zukunft hat, wenn Sie Geduld und Liebe im Überfluss haben, jede Menge Zeit und Verständnis, dann bitte, holen Sie Rocky aus seinem Loch … er könnte dort sonst noch Jahre festsitzen.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Rocky &#8211 home

What you'll need for Rocky &#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
  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 Rocky &#8211

What life with Rocky &#8211 looks like

Rocky &#8211 is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇩🇪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 Rocky &#8211, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rocky &#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 Rocky &#8211 on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rocky &#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 Rocky &#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 Rocky &#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 Rocky &#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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