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Vilma &#8211

Mixed Breed · Female

Are Vilma and Betty blood sisters? We don't know, but the two were found together with their friend Captain, they are the same age, and both are much smaller than one might think from the pictures. Vilma looks like a black German Shepherd, Betty could easily be mistaken for a Border Collie at first glance – but these two beauties weigh in at less than 10 kg and are only 35 and 40 cm tall. Small, but oh! That's the motto of our three-year-old girls (as of 03/2025), who are waiting together on a loving foster home for their own families to find them… or perhaps just one?! Betty and Vilma are now experienced house dogs, and their street career is no longer noticeable. The picture-perfect female dogs have discovered all the advantages of having a roof over their heads, including soft beds, warm sweaters in winter, and of course, more substantial meals. But their charming looks are far from all that Betty and Vilma have to offer. The girls are even-tempered, get along well with other dogs, they walk impeccably on a leash, are fantastic soul soothers and warm bottles. They have already navigated the cliffs of puberty successfully, but they are still very young and open to any career that includes enough cuddles, treats, and happy adventures. Have they fallen in love with one or both of the elegant knuckledusters? We can understand that! If you want to know how Betty and/or Vilma could soon become part of your life, we look forward to hearing from you. We will gladly accompany you from the first contact until the moment you can hold your new best friend in your arms – and the Arca family is always there for you after that!

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Ob Vilma und Betty leibliche Schwestern sind? Wir wissen es nicht, aber die beiden wurden gemeinsam mit ihrem Freund Captain gefunden, sie haben das gleiche Alter und beide sind viel kleiner als man auf den Bildern meinen könnte. Vilma sieht aus wie ein schwarzer Schäferhund, Betty könnte man auf den ersten Blick für einen Border Collie halten – aber die zwei Schönheiten wiegen nicht mal ganz 10 kg und sind gerade mal 35 und 40cm hoch. Klein, aber oho! Das ist das Motto unserer drei Jahre alten Mädels (Stand 03/2025), die zusammen auf einer liebevollen Pflegestelle darauf warten, dass sich ihre eigenen Familien finden … oder vielleicht auch nur eine?! Betty und Vilma sind inzwischen erfahrene Haushunde, denen man ihre Straßenkarriere nicht mehr anmerkt. Die bildhübschen Hündinnen haben alle Vorzüge entdeckt, die ein festes Dach über den Kopf zu bieten hat, einschließlich der weichen Liegeplätze, warmer Pullover im Winter und natürlich fester Mahlzeiten. Bezauberndes Äußeres ist aber lang nicht alles, was Betty und Vilma zu bieten haben. Die Mädchen sind ausgeglichen im Wesen, vertragen sich sehr gut mit anderen Hunden, sie laufen vorbildlich an der Leine, sind fantastische Seelentrösterinnen und Wärmflaschen. Sie haben die Klippen der Pubertät schon erfolgreich umschifft, sind aber noch blutjung und für jede Karriere offen, die genug Streicheleinheiten, Kekse und fröhliche Abenteuer beinhaltet. Sie haben sich ins eins oder beide der eleganten Knutschkugeln verliebt? Das können wir gut verstehen! Wenn Sie wissen möchten, wie Betty und/oder Vilma bald Teil Ihres Lebens sein könnten, dann freuen wir uns darauf, von Ihnen zu hören. Wir begleiten Sie gern vom ersten Kontakt bis zu dem Moment, in dem Sie Ihre neue beste Freundin in den Arm nehmen können – und auch danach ist die Arca-Familie gerne immer für Sie da!

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · GernsbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Vilma &#8211 home

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

What life with Vilma &#8211 looks like

Vilma &#8211 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 Vilma &#8211, answered.

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