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Wendy &#8211

Mixed Breed · Female

Wendy is a charming little Podenca with red fur and green eyes, communicative ears, and tiny paws that can move like arrows. The one-and-a-half-year-old female dog came into the care of Refugio Kimba with other dogs because a state-run pen was closed. The suddenly homeless dogs were to be transported to the next city to an animal shelter that still has a killing station. The animal welfare workers at Kimba took in all the animals, even though their small facility is once again pushing the limits of their capacities. Wendy is only 37cm tall and weighs a handly 7kg. She is a mini-version of the smart Andalusian sighthounds, but inside she is a Grande Dame with a lot of heart. Like most Podencos, Wendy is not pushy. She is also not a fearful dog, but she assesses the situation, is reserved, but definitely cuddly and friendly once she has built trust. Since Wendy needs a bit of an adjustment period, she might not be the best fit for families with children. But she gets along well with other dogs and enjoys playing with her "Mini-Group" friends at the refuge. Wendy looks for people with patience and the willingness to host a princess. She longs for affection, soft pillows, warm blankets, neighborhood strolls together, and cozy movie-watching sessions. A second dog in the house would be no problem at all for the friendly lady, but she can also take over the family's snuggling monopoly.

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Wendy ist eine bezaubernde kleine Podenca mit rotem Fell und grünen Augen, kommunikativen Ohren und winzigen Pfötchen, die sich pfeilschnell bewegen können. Die erst eineinhalb Jahre alte Hündin kam mit anderen Hunden in die Obhut des Refugio Kimba, weil ein staatlicher Zwinger geschlossen wurde. Die plötzlich heimatlos gewordenen Hunde sollten in die nächste Stadt überführt werden, in ein Tierheim, das immer noch eine Tötungsstation hat. Die Tierschützer von Kimba übernahmen alle Tiere, auch wenn ihre kleine Einrichtung damit mal wieder an die Grenzen der eigenen Kapazitäten gestoßen ist. Wendy ist nur 37cm hoch und wiegt handliche 7kg. Sie ist eine Mini-Ausgabe der schlauen andalusischen Laufwunder, aber innen ist sie eine Grande Dame mit viel Herz. Wie die meisten Podencos ist Wendy nicht aufdringlich. Sie ist aber auch kein ängstlicher Hund, sondern sie sondiert die Lage, ist zurückhaltend, aber durchaus verschmust und kontaktfreudig, wenn sie einmal Vertrauen gefasst hat. Da Wendy eine etwas längere Anlaufzeit braucht, ist sie nicht unbedingt für Familien mit Kindern geeignet. Aber sie kommt prima mit anderen Hunden aus und genießt es, mit ihren Freund*innen aus der „Mini-Gruppe“ im Refugio zu toben. Wendy sucht Menschen mit Geduld und dem Willen, eine Prinzessin zu beherbergen. Sie sehnt sich nach Zuwendung, weichen Kissen, warmen Mäntelchen, gemeinsamen Streifzügen durch die Nachbarschaft und gemütlichen Fernsehabenden. Ein weiterer Hund im Haus wäre für die freundliche Lady überhaupt kein Problem, aber sie kann auch wunderbar das Monopol der Familien-Knutschkugel übernehmen.

Size
Small
Age
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Living with Wendy &#8211
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · GernsbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Wendy &#8211 home

What you'll need for Wendy &#8211 in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Wendy &#8211

What life with Wendy &#8211 looks like

Wendy &#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 Wendy &#8211, answered.

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