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Adopting from Finland

Browse dogs, cats and more from 20 local shelters in Finland โ€” every adoption saves a life.

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ349 animals waiting
349
animals available
20
shelters
167
dogs
141
cats
Guide18 regional adoption guides for Finlandโ†’
Dogs in Finland (167)Cats in Finland (141)

Dogs available in Finland

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Pongo, male puppy Dalmatian for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Pongo

Dalmatian ยท large

7 monthsMale
Basil, male puppy Mixed Breed for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Basil

Mixed Breed ยท small

PuppyMale
Winsley, male puppy Pit Bull Terrier for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Winsley

Pit Bull Terrier ยท large

PuppyMale
Watto, male puppy Whippet for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Watto

Whippet ยท medium

PuppyMale
Waldec, male puppy mixed breed for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Waldec

PuppyMale
Sasha, male puppy Doberman for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Sasha

Doberman ยท large

PuppyMale
Tesla, male puppy Pit Bull Terrier for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Tesla

Pit Bull Terrier ยท large

PuppyMale
Elmeri, male young English Bulldog for adoption at HESY, Helsinki
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎHelsinki, Finland

Elmeri

English Bulldog ยท small

1 yearMale

Cats available in Finland

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Valentino, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Valentino

Mixed Breed

9 yearsMale
Turisti, male 4yo Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Turisti

Mixed Breed ยท large

4 yearsMale
Tuija, female senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Tuija

Mixed Breed

9 yearsFemale
Travolta, male Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Travolta

Mixed Breed

Male
Timi, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Timi

Mixed Breed

8 yearsMale
Tiitus, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Tiitus

Mixed Breed

8 yearsMale
Tiger, male senior Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Tiger

Mixed Breed

11 yearsMale
Tequila, female young Mixed Breed for adoption at Vaasan Kissatalo
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎFinland

Tequila

Mixed Breed ยท small

2 yearsFemale

How to Adopt a Pet in Finland

Finland is home to 20 rescue shelters listed on TailHarbor, with 349 animals currently available for adoption. Whether you live in Finland or are looking to adopt from abroad, the process is straightforward with the right preparation.

The adoption process

Shelters in Finland typically require an application form, a meeting with the animal, and sometimes a home visit. Adoption contracts specify your responsibilities as an owner, including providing adequate shelter, nutrition, and veterinary care. Most shelters also follow up after adoption to ensure the animal is settling in well.

What's included with adoption

Animals adopted from shelters in Finlandare generally vaccinated, microchipped, and neutered or spayed before rehoming. Adoption fees cover these veterinary costs and help the shelter continue its work. Fees vary by shelter and animal but are a fraction of what you'd pay at a breeder.

Adopting from Finland to another country

If you're adopting a pet from Finlandand bringing it to another European country, you'll need an EU pet passport, a valid rabies vaccination (at least 21 days before travel), and a microchip. Some destination countries have additional requirements such as tapeworm treatment or breed-specific legislation. Check our import guides for country-specific requirements and timelines.

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Adoption guides

Regional adoption guides for Finland

Adopting a dog in Central FinlandRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in Central OstrobothniaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in Etela SavoRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in KainuuRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in Kanta HameRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in KymenlaaksoRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in LaplandRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in North KareliaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in North OstrobothniaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in North SavoRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in OstrobothniaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in Paijat HameRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in PirkanmaaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in SatakuntaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in South KareliaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in South OstrobothniaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in UusimaaRead guide โ†’Adopting a dog in Varsinais SuomiRead guide โ†’
Import guides

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