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Alegria

Female · Adult · 5 years

Personality & BehaviorRescued from a gypsy camp along with her three puppies (Dakota, Moby, Troia) and their possible father, Lobinho, Alegria has shown resilience and a zest for life. She is a fun-loving, playful dog who enjoys running, playing with toys, and soaking up affection from humans.She adores people and thrives on human interaction, making her a wonderful companion for someone looking for an affectionate and energetic dog. Alegria is still learning to walk well on a lead, she pulls due to her strong hunting instinct but responds well to treats and training. Adoption RequirementsHome type : A secure garden where she can safely play and burn off her energy.Experience level : Experienced owner who can manage her strong hunting instinct and leash behavior. Active owners who can provide her with daily exercise, playtime, and lots of cuddles.Other pets/kids : A home without other female dogs or cats, as she is selective about her canine companions and has a high prey drive.Learn more about adoption. Tiny ShelterAlbufeira, SponsorIn-Kind DonationsTeaming Group How to helpDonateFosterVolunteer GeneralAbout UsContactNews © 2026 Tiny Shelter | credits

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇵🇹Albufeira
Shelter
Tiny Shelter Portugal
Living with Alegria
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Tiny Shelter Portugal · Albufeira
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Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Alegria home

What you'll need for Alegria 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 Alegria

What life with Alegria looks like

Alegria is a medium-sized adult dog waiting at Tiny Shelter Portugal in Albufeira.

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 Portugal

Portuguese rescues coordinate extensively with European rescue networks for cross-border placements, especially for galgos and podencos. Sterilization, vaccinations, and microchip ID are standard. Adoption fees typically cover the full vet workup.

Albufeira, Portugal — browse more dogs in Portugal.

Frequently asked

Adopting Alegria, answered.

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