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Sofia

Mixed Breed · Unknown

When two dogs appear in a small village like Torreblascopedro, which is picturesquely located near Linares, and no one knows them, there are two possibilities: either they are strays from tourists or were abandoned by their owners before the holidays. Kimi and her brother had neither a chip nor a tattoo when they were rescued, and the playful siblings are also mixed breed of a breed that is really not very common outside Spain; they show many characteristics of the Catalan Shepherd Dog. No one was looking for the two lovely, one and a half year old heartbreakers, so they can now hope for a beautiful future with reliable and kind people, and until then, they are well taken care of by our friends in Linares. Their rescue already shows that Kimi and Sofia are truly lovable four-legged friends. The two fluffy models wandered through the village, quenched their thirst at a well, and when an animal rescuer called them to come to ArcoNatura, the two climbed into the unfamiliar car with excitement, curious about what would come next. Also in the facility of our partners, Kimi and Sofia show themselves to be very friendly with both people and animals. However, it must be clearly stated here that one should not be deceived by the cuddly appearance of these beautiful athletes. Our new arrivals are undoubtedly cuddly and loving, but they are not couch cushions, but rather working dogs first and foremost - highly intelligent and eager to learn. The Catalan Shepherd is often somewhat reserved towards strangers (but rarely fearful) and takes its time to make friends. This special breed is particularly distinguished by its exceptional relationship with its owners. They become very closely attached to the person who works with them - which explains why they are popular among shepherds. There is complete understanding without words and between owner and dog, nothing is left unsaid. If you are an active, athletic type, if you like being outdoors and are looking for a friend or a girlfriend who will willingly accompany you on every adventure, if you are looking for a dog who shines with you on the dog training field after the adaptation phase or helps you with tasks around the house, if you want to lose weight with the help of a personal trainer or simply enjoy teaching your four-legged friend funny tricks that entertain the whole family, then you should now think carefully whether you really want to keep scrolling or better call our adoption officers directly to find out how Kimi or his sister Sofia (or both??!) can soon conquer your heart and your home.

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Wenn in einem kleinen Dorf wie Torreblascopedro, das malerisch nahe Linares liegt, zwei Hunde auftauchen, die wirklich niemand kennt, dann gibt es zwei Möglichkeiten: entweder kommen die Streuner von Touristen oder wurden von ihren Haltern pünktlich zu den Ferien ausgesetzt. Sofia und ihr Bruder hatten bei ihrer Rettung nicht nur weder Chip noch Tätowierung vorzuweisen, die lustigen Geschwister sind auch Mischlinge einer Rasse, die außerhalb Spaniens wirklich nicht sehr verbreitet ist, sie zeigen nämlich viele Merkmale des Katalanischen Schäferhunds. Es suchte auch niemand nach den beiden hübschen, erst eineinhalb Jahre alten Herzensbrechern, also dürfen sie jetzt auf eine schöne Zukunft bei zuverlässigen und netten Menschen hoffen, und bis dahin sind sie in den Händen unserer Freunde in Linares bestens aufgehoben. Schon ihre Rettung zeigt, dass Kimi und Sofia richtig liebenswerte Vierbeiner sind. Die zwei Wuschelmodelle wanderten durch das Dorf, stillten ihren Durst an einem Brunnen, und als eine Tierschützerin sie zu sich rief, um sie in die ArcoNatura zu bringen, stiegen die beiden gespannt in das fremde Auto, neugierig auf die Dinge, die da kommen sollten. Auch in der Einrichtung unserer Partner zeigen sich Kimi und Sofia sehr umgänglich mit Mensch und Tier. Allerdings sei hier in aller Deutlichkeit gesagt, dass man sich vom knuddeligen Aussehen der bildhübschen Athleten nicht täuschen lassen sollte. Unsere Neuzugänge sind ohne Zweifel verschmust und liebevoll, aber sie sind keine Sofakissen, sondern in erster Linie Arbeitshunde – hochintelligent und lernwillig. Der katalanische Schäferhund ist Fremden gegenüber oft etwas zurückhaltend (aber selten ängstlich) und nimmt sich viel Zeit, um Freundschaft zu schließen. Diese besondere Rasse zeichnet sich vor allem durch ihr außergewöhnliches Verhältnis zu ihren Besitzern aus. Sie schließen sich sehr eng an den Menschen an, der mit ihnen arbeitet – was erklärt, warum sie bei Hirten sehr beliebt sind. Man versteht sich blind und zwischen Halter und Hund passt auf kein Blatt Papier. Wenn Sie also ein aktiver, sportlicher Typ sind, wenn Sie gern draußen sind und einen Freund oder eine Freundin suchen, die Sie bereitwillig auf jedes Abenteuer begleitet, wenn Sie einen Hund suchen, der nach der Eingewöhnungsphase mit Ihnen auf dem Hundeplatz glänzt oder Sie bei Aufgaben rund ums Haus unterstützt, wenn Sie mithilfe eines Personal Trainers abnehmen möchten oder schlicht viel Spaß daran haben, Ihrem Vierbeiner lustige Tricks beizubringen, die die ganze Familie unterhalten, dann sollten Sie jetzt gut überlegen, ob Sie wirklich weiterscrollen wollen oder nicht doch lieber direkt unsere Vermittler/Innen anrufen, um zu erfahren, wie Kimi oder seine Schwester Sofia (oder beide??!) schon bald Ihr Herz und Ihr Haus erobern können.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Living with Sofia
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Sofia home

What you'll need for Sofia 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 Sofia

What life with Sofia looks like

Sofia is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Sofia, answered.

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