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Zafira

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 8 months

Zafira came into the care of Arca Sevilla in March 2022, at a time when all animal protection organizations, shelters, foster families and veterinary clinics were overcrowded and the municipal dog pounds were killing one dog after another... The young, beautiful Podenco mix female owes her survival to an attentive woman and the staff of Arca, who tirelessly and lovingly perform their duties every day and have already achieved many small miracles. Zafira was found on a busy road, where she was weak and dehydrated, getting closer and closer to the passing traffic, perhaps hoping to get help from a passerby. Fortunately, her rescuer did not hesitate for a moment, stopped, took the trembling bundle into her car and brought the girl, who was just barely 8 months old (as of June 2022), into the care of our partner. Zafira has many genes from a Podenco, but not just any - the beautiful princess is actually an Orito mix. This rare type of Podenco was once considered extinct. It is distinguished by its color - black or chocolate brown with golden markings. Hence her name, because Oro means gold. Zafira doesn't care about any of this; the friendly pup simply enjoys life and waits to find out where her life's path will lead. But a heart of gold, we can absolutely confirm that our elegant model has. Zafira is not only a highly intelligent, funny clown, she is also - like many of our bat-eared ones - a top-class cuddle buddy. As soon as Zafira gets the impression that one of the volunteers has a free hand, she runs with her ears flying into the arms of her two-legged friends, demands a tummy massage and, with particularly loved people, the little sprinter sometimes even tries a daring leap, running up to a big hug... so a certain stability and a lot of humor would be required, along with athleticism and playfulness, for her future family. Nicer, funnier and friendlier than Zafira?

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Zafira kam im März 2022 in die Obhut der Arca Sevilla, also zu einer Zeit, wo alle Tierschutzorganisationen und Tierheime, Pflegefamilien und Tierkliniken überbelegt sind und die Perreras einen Hund nach dem anderen in die Tötung führen … Dass die junge, hübsche Podenco-Mix-Dame überlebt hat, verdankt sie einer aufmerksamen Frau und den Mitarbeitern der Arca, die unermüdlich und liebevoll ihren Dienst Tag für Tag verrichten und schon oft kleine Wunder möglich gemacht haben. Zafira wurde an einer vielbefahrenen Straße entdeckt, wo sie entkräftet und dehydriert dem vorbeirasenden Verkehr immer näher kam, um vielleicht doch Hilfe von einem Passanten zu erhalten. Ihre Retterin zögerte zum Glück keine Sekunde, hielt an, packte das zitternde Bündel in ihr Auto und brachte das heute gerade erst 8 Monate alte (Stand 06/2022) Mädchen in die Obhut unserer Partner. Zafira hat wie erwähnt viele Gene eines Podencos, aber nicht die irgendeines – die bildhübsche Prinzessin ist nämlich ein Orito-Mix. Diese seltene Podenco-Art galt schon einmal als ausgestorben. Sie zeichnet sich durch ihre Farbe aus – schwarz oder schokoladenbraun mit goldenen Applikationen. Daher auch ihr Name, denn Oro bedeutet Gold. Zafira ist das alles herzlich egal, das freundliche Backfischlein genießt einfach sein Leben und wartet darauf zu erfahren, wo sein Lebensweg hinführt. Aber ein Herz aus Gold, das können wir unserem eleganten Modell absolut bestätigen. Zafira ist aber nicht nur ein hochintelligenter, lustiger Clown, sie ist auch – wie viele unserer Fledermausohren – ein Schmusetier der Sonderklasse. Sobald Zafira den Eindruck hat, dass einer der Freiwilligen eine Hand frei hat, läuft sie mit wehenden Ohren in die Arme ihrer zweibeinigen Freunde, fordert eine Bauchmassage und bei besonders geliebten Menschen versucht die kleine Sportskanone auch schon mal einen gewagten Sprung, mit Anlauf zu einer großen Umarmung … eine gewisse Standfestigkeit und viel Humor wären also neben Sportlichkeit und Spielfreude Voraussetzung für ihre zukünftige Familie. Netter, lustiger und freundlicher als Zafira? So etwas wird schwer zu finden – also zögern Sie nicht zu lange, falls Sie den Eindruck haben, dass das witzige Spielmobil gut zu Ihnen passen könnte

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 8 months
Location
🇩🇪Gernsbach
Shelter
Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V.
Cared for by Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. · GernsbachLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Zafira home

What you'll need for Zafira 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 Zafira

What life with Zafira looks like

Zafira is a small puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Tierschutzverein ARCA e.V. in Gernsbach.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪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 Zafira, answered.

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