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VICO

Male · Adult · 8 years

VICO, the little charmer Fox-Terrier, SH ca. 35 cm - experienced home - waiting in 76593 Gernsbach - VICO is a charming, almost 8-year-old Foxterrier mix (according to vaccination record) at his best age, vaccinated, chipped, neutered. - Weighing about 9 kg and standing about 35 cm tall, he is a compact, athletic male who is still in the prime of his life. His story begins sadly, but fortunately took a good turn: VICO was given up at a shelter in May 2025. According to the previous owner, an "unfriendly older man", he was "difficult". Unfortunately, there is no further information about his past. Based on his behavior, he has probably had unpleasant experiences with the man or witnessed them. VICO was very lucky and moved to a foster home in the Rastatt area in June 2025. He settled in there within a few hours without any problems. VICO is familiar with household life, is house-trained, and is generally very uncomplicated. He loves walks as much as cozy cuddle times on the couch. He masters the basic commands confidently, walks well on a leash, and handles car rides relaxed. Café or restaurant visits are no problem for him either. VICO is also athletic: jogging, hiking or cycling are his great joy. Despite his Terrier genes, he shows no pronounced hunting instinct in the woods and meadows, other joggers or children hardly interest him. Being left alone was trained from the beginning and is currently possible for up to 3 hours without any problems. He reports on noises or when it rings, but is not a constant barker. VICO is charming with females, but does not like other males and communicates this clearly. He currently lives with a foster female. We can say nothing about cats or small animals in the household. VICO is neutered, chipped, vaccinated, dewormed. Naturally, VICO - typical of Terriers - also has his edges. He bonds strongly with his person and tends to want to protect them. Here he needs experienced people who set boundaries lovingly but consistently, so that he does not slip into a controlling behavior. Clear leadership, experience with Terriers and a joy in training and shared activities are therefore a prerequisite. Attendance at a dog school is recommended. We are looking for: active, Terrier-experienced dog people without small children who bring patience, time and understanding for a strong-willed male with character. VICO is looking forward to a visit at his foster home in 76593 Gernsbach. Contact the foster home: or: D. Zimmermann, www.joshi2.de - email: - T: We grant data release to all persons involved in animal welfare.

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VICO, der kleine Charmeur Fox-Terrier, SH ca. 35 cm -- erfahrenes Zuhause - wartet in 76593 Gernsbach - VICO ist ein charmanter, fast 8-jähriger Foxterrier-Mix ( laut Impfausweis) im besten Alter, geimpft, gechippt, kastriert. - Mit ca. 9 kg Gewicht und ca 35 cm Schulterhöhe ist er ein kompakter, sportlicher Rüde, der noch mitten im Leben steht. Seine Geschichte beginnt traurig, nahm aber glücklicherweise eine gute Wendung: VICO wurde im Mai 2025 in einem Tierheim abgegeben . Laut Aussage des Vorbesitzers, eines „unfreundlichen älteren Mannes “, sei er „schwierig“ gewesen. Weitere Informationen zu seiner Vergangenheit liegen leider nicht vor. Anhand seines Verhaltens hat er wohl unschöne Erfahrungen mit dem Mann gemacht oder miterlebt. VICO hatte großes Glück und zog im Juni 2025 auf eine Pflegestelle im Raum Rastatt. Dort hat er sich innerhalb weniger Stunden problemlos eingelebt. VICO kennt das Leben im Haushalt, ist stubenrein und zeigt sich insgesamt sehr unkompliziert. Spaziergänge liebt er ebenso wie gemütliche Kuschelzeiten auf der Couch. Die Grundkommandos beherrscht er sicher, an der Leine läuft er gut und Autofahren meistert er entspannt. Auch Café- oder Restaurantbesuche sind für ihn kein Problem. Sportlich ist VICO ebenfalls: Joggen, Wandern oder Radfahren machen ihm große Freude. Trotz seiner Terrier-Gene zeigt er in Wald und Wiesen keinen ausgeprägten Jagdtrieb, andere Jogger oder Kinder interessieren ihn kaum. Alleine bleiben wurde von Beginn an trainiert und ist derzeit bis zu 3 Stunden problemlos möglich. Er meldet sich bei Geräuschen oder wenn es klingelt, ist aber kein Dauerkläffer. Mit Hündinnen zeigt sich VICO charmant, andere Rüden mag er jedoch nicht und kommuniziert das deutlich. Er lebt aktuell mit einer Gasthündin zusammen. Zu Katzen oder Kleintieren im Haushalt können wir nichts sagen. VICO ist kastriert, gechipt, geimpft , entwurmt Natürlich hat VICO – ganz Terrier typisch – auch seine Ecken und Kanten. Er bindet sich stark an seine Bezugsperson und neigt dazu, diese beschützen zu wollen. Hier braucht er errier erfahrene Menschen, die liebevoll, aber konsequent Grenzen setzen, damit er nicht in ein Kontrollverhalten rutscht. Eine klare Führung, Erfahrung mit Terrier sowie Freude an Training und gemeinsamer Beschäftigung sind daher Voraussetzung. Der Besuch einer Hundeschule wird empfohlen. . Für VICO wünschen wir uns: aktive, Terrier erfahrene Hundemenschen ohne kleine Kinder, die Geduld, Zeit und Verständnis für einen charakterstarken Rüden mitbringen. VICO freut sich auf Besuch in seiner Pflegestelle in 76593 Gernsbach.. Kontakt zur Pflegestelle: oder: D. Zimmermann, www.joshi2.de - email: - T: Wir erteilen Datenfreigabe an alle mit Tierschutz betrauten Personen.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇩🇪Germany
Shelter
Tier-Not-Hilfe
Living with VICO
  • House-trained
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tier-Not-Hilfe · Germany

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing VICO home

What you'll need for VICO 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 VICO

What life with VICO looks like

VICO is a large adult dog waiting at Tier-Not-Hilfe in Germany.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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 VICO, answered.

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