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Toby &#8211

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Toby is 9 years old, and he is desperately searching for a new home for a joyful retirement. Our lively and still absolutely fit Chihuahua-Mix has spent his previous life by the side of a loving master, but his owner has now sadly passed away—and no one in the family feels responsible for the tender and people-loving male dog. Since small, old dogs at the animal shelter have a tough time and mostly spend their time alone in the kennel or run, Toby stays in the apartment he knows. Neighbors feed him and take him for alternating walks, but Toby’s everyday life is loneliness and sorrow. Toby would like to have real trusted people again with whom he can share his joy in life and his unbroken explorer’s spirit. He loves leisurely walks through the neighborhood, cuddles most devotedly, and likes children. We understand that many people hesitate to give a home to one of our Opis or Omis. But our gray snouts (while Toby still has natural blond hair!) have so much love to give, they have their stories to tell, and they teach us that life is worthwhile at all times. It might be a little slower, and it might pinch and sting a bit with the rain, but from dogs like Toby, one learns quickly to greet each day with a smile and to believe that colorful adventures and cookies wait that one doesn’t want to miss. If you have a warm dog bed for our little snuggle ball and are already looking forward to walking him through the park and completing Toby’s seminar on ZEN-walks, we are very much looking forward to hearing from you soon!

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Toby ist 9 Jahre alt, und er sucht wirklich dringend ein neues Zuhause für einen fröhlichen Lebensabend. Unser lustiger und noch absolut fitter Chihuahua-Mix hat sein bisheriges Leben an der Seite eines liebevollen Herrchens verbracht, aber sein Besitzer ist nun leider verstorben – und niemand aus der Familie fühlt sich für den zärtlichen und menschenliebenden Rüden zuständig. Da kleine, alte Hunde im Tierheim einen schweren Stand haben und die meiste Zeit allein in der Box oder im Zwinger zubringen müssen, bleibt Toby in der Wohnung, die er kennt. Nachbarn füttern ihn und gehen abwechselnd mit ihm spazieren, aber Tobys Alltag ist Einsamkeit und Trauer. Toby möchte gern wieder echte Bezugspersonen haben, mit denen er seine Lebensfreude und seinen ungebrochenen Forschergeist teilen kann. Er liebt gemütliche Wanderungen durch die Nachbarschaft, kuschelt höchst hingebungsvoll und mag Kinder. Wir verstehen, dass viele Menschen zögern, einem unserer Opis oder unserer Omis ein Zuhause zu schenken. Aber unsere grauen Schnäuzchen (wobei Toby noch naturblond ist!) haben so viel Liebe zu geben, sie haben ihre Geschichten zu erzählen und sie lehren uns, dass das Leben zu allen Zeiten lebenswert ist. Es wird vielleicht ein bisschen langsamer, und bei Regen zwickt und zwackt es vielleicht auch mal, aber von Hunden wie Toby lernt man schnell, jeden Tag mit einem Lächeln zu begrüßen und fest daran zu glauben, dass bunte Abenteuer und Kekse warten, die man nicht verpassen möchte. Wenn Sie ein warmes Körbchen für unsere kleine Knutschkugel haben und sich schon darauf freuen, mit ihm durch den Park zu schlendern und Tobys Seminar zum Thema ZEN-Spaziergang zu absolvieren, freuen wir uns sehr darauf, schon bald von Ihnen zu hören!

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
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Bringing Toby &#8211 home

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

What life with Toby &#8211 looks like

Toby &#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 Toby &#8211, answered.

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