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Rubia

Podenco · Female · Adult · 4 years

Rubia - a beautiful girl wants to learn to trust The little Rubia is currently waiting in a Spanish animal shelter for her chance. She still shows herself to be very shy and cautious around people. But with calmness and patience, she can be touched - and for a tasty snack, you can lure her out of her reserve. We don't know what Rubia has experienced in her previous life. It is all the more important to give her the time she needs to gain trust and develop at her own pace. As a rescue dog, Rubia brings her own little backpack. She will probably have to learn many things from our everyday life and also the dog ABC. People are needed here who do not have high expectations of her, but let her arrive with time, patience and loving accompaniment. As a Podenca, Rubia belongs to a sensitive, clever and quite independent breed. Of course, a possible hunting instinct should be taken into account. Joint activities and especially nose work can later be a nice way to be active together with her. For this beautiful girl, we wish her a loving home where you can see the little personality behind her shy facade, which just needs a little more time to show herself. A foster home would also be a great stepping stone into a new life for Rubia. There, the sweet mouse could arrive in a protected environment, gain first everyday experiences and show who really is in her. Who wants to take Rubia by the paw and give her this chance? Then please contact her responsible mediator. Here is Rubia's video

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Podencomischling Rubia – ein hübsches Mädchen möchte Vertrauen lernen Die kleine Rubia wartet derzeit im spanischen Tierheim auf ihre Chance. Noch zeigt sie sich den Menschen gegenüber sehr schüchtern und vorsichtig. Mit Ruhe und Geduld lässt sie sich aber durchaus anfassen – und für ein leckeres Häppchen kann man sie auch schon mal ein wenig aus der Reserve locken. Was Rubia in ihrem bisherigen Leben erlebt hat, wissen wir nicht. Umso wichtiger ist es, ihr die Zeit zu geben, die sie braucht, um Vertrauen zu fassen und sich in ihrem eigenen Tempo zu entfalten. Als Tierschutzhündin bringt Rubia ihren ganz eigenen kleinen Rucksack mit. Vieles aus unserem Alltag und auch das Hunde-ABC wird sie vermutlich erst noch kennenlernen müssen. Hier sind Menschen gefragt, die keine schnellen Erwartungen an sie stellen, sondern sie mit Zeit, Geduld und liebevoller Begleitung ankommen lassen. Als Podenca gehört Rubia zu einer sensiblen, klugen und durchaus eigenständigen Rasse. Ein möglicher Jagdtrieb sollte dabei natürlich mitgedacht werden. Auch gemeinsame Beschäftigung und besonders Nasenarbeit können später eine schöne Möglichkeit sein, gemeinsam mit ihr aktiv zu werden. Für dieses hübsche Mädchen wünschen wir uns ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem man hinter ihrer schüchternen Fassade die kleine Persönlichkeit sieht, die einfach noch ein bisschen Zeit braucht, um sich zu zeigen. Auch eine Pflegestelle wäre für Rubia ein ganz, ganz tolles Sprungbrett ins neue Leben. Dort könnte die süße Maus in einem geschützten Umfeld ankommen, erste Alltagserfahrungen sammeln und zeigen, wer wirklich in ihr steckt. Wer möchte Rubia an die Pfote nehmen und ihr diese Chance schenken? Dann melden Sie sich gerne bei ihrer zuständigen Vermittlerin. Hier gehts zu Rubias Video

Size
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Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
SALVA Hundehilfe e.V.
Living with Rubia
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Good with dogs
Cared for by SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. · GermanyLearn about Podenco →

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Rubia home

What you'll need for Rubia 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 Rubia

What life with Rubia looks like

Rubia is a adult podenco dog waiting at SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. in Germany.

An 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.

Germany, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rubia, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rubia?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Rubia on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rubia if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — SALVA Hundehilfe 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 Rubia 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 Rubia 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 SALVA Hundehilfe e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Rubia 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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