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Alfie

Male · Young · 3 years

Alfie and Ralfie finally got their chance at happiness two years ago. For the first time in their lives, they had a home, someone who understood them, gave them time, and made them feel safe. Unfortunately, their world has collapsed again because their adoptive parent can no longer care for them due to serious health problems. So these two sensitive souls are facing a difficult new start again. Alfie and Ralfie are not carefree, unguarded puppies. They never really were. Their past has left its mark and they still find new people and situations exciting. In the shelter, they show themselves uncertain, suspicious, and prefer to keep their distance. But those who are willing to look beyond their fear will discover incredibly loyal, gentle, and loving dogs. Their adoptive parent had built a beautiful bond with them with a lot of patience and love. They would cuddle with her, enjoy her attention, and feel safe. However, outside their familiar environment, they remained sensitive dogs who need support. That's why we're not looking for a perfect picture for Alfie and Ralfie, but people with patience, understanding, and a warm heart. People who realize that trust takes time and that small steps are sometimes the greatest victories. We prefer to place them separately, because we notice that they bloom better individually when they live together with a stable, self-confident other dog. A social and balanced canine companion gives them a lot of support and helps them stand up braver in life. That's why we don't place them as a single dog. Alfie and Ralfie are projects, and there will be work to be done. But those who are willing to invest in it will also get a lot in return the moment when an anxious dog finally decides that you are his safe haven.

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Alfie en Ralfie kregen twee jaar geleden eindelijk hun kans op geluk. Voor het eerst in hun leven hadden ze een thuis, iemand die hen begreep, hen de tijd gaf en hen liet voelen dat ze veilig waren. Helaas is hun wereld opnieuw ingestort, want door ernstige gezondheidsproblemen kan hun adoptante niet langer voor hen zorgen. En dus staan deze twee gevoelige zieltjes opnieuw voor een moeilijke nieuwe start. Alfie en Ralfie zijn geen zorgeloze, onbevangen hondjes. Dat zijn ze eigenlijk nooit geweest. Hun verleden heeft sporen nagelaten en nieuwe mensen en situaties vinden ze nog steeds spannend. In het asiel tonen ze zich onzeker, wantrouwig en houden ze liever wat afstand. Maar wie bereid is voorbij die angst te kijken, ontdekt ongelooflijk loyale, zachte en liefdevolle hondjes. Hun adoptante had met veel geduld en liefde een prachtige band met hen opgebouwd. Bij haar kwamen ze knuffelen, genoten ze van aandacht en voelden ze zich veilig. Buiten hun vertrouwde omgeving bleven het echter gevoelige hondjes die steun nodig hebben. Daarom zoeken we voor Alfie en Ralfie geen perfect plaatje, maar mensen met geduld, begrip en een warm hart. Mensen die beseffen dat vertrouwen tijd kost en dat kleine stapjes soms de grootste overwinningen zijn. We plaatsen hen liefst apart, omdat we merken dat ze individueel beter openbloeien wanneer ze samenleven met een stabiele, zelfzekere andere hond. Een sociaal en evenwichtig hondenmaatje geeft hen enorm veel steun en helpt hen moediger in het leven te staan. Als enige hond plaatsen we hen daarom niet. Alfie en Ralfie zijn projectjes, en er zal nog werk aan zijn. Maar wie bereid is daarin te investeren, krijgt er ook enorm veel voor terug het moment waarop een angstig hondje eindelijk besluit dat jij zijn veilige haven bent.

Size
Small
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇪🇸Spain
Shelter
ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana)
Living with Alfie
  • ✕Good with dogs
Cared for by ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) · Spain

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Alfie home

What you'll need for Alfie 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 Alfie

What life with Alfie looks like

Alfie is a small young adult dog waiting at ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) in Spain.

A young 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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Spain, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Alfie, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alfie?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alfie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alfie if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Alfie 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 Alfie 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 ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alfie 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 (NL). 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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