Anellino

Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 5 months

During our Sardinia tour in March 2026, a visit to LIDA’s refuge in Olbia was naturally on our itinerary—and we were eagerly awaited there. As always, there were several new arrivals that they wanted to introduce to us. Among these new arrivals was this lovely little male dog: Anellino. He had been picked up at the end of January 2026, wandering alone and lost in Olbia. The poor fellow had undoubtedly been born to a hunter’s female dog. Because among hunters—and often also among shepherds—it’s a brutal practice to tie off a dog’s tail with wire or a rubber ring, deliberately causing the lower part of the tail to die off. What goes on in the minds of these people? And why would anyone mistreat a young puppy in this way, then abandon it and leave it to its fate? It continues to boggle our minds how barbarically helpless creatures are treated in our supposedly so civilized world. For Anellino, it was already too late to save his tail—but his life was saved, as he received loving care at the refuge, allowing him to recover and regain his strength. We were thrilled to meet this lovable little dog. Even though he probably wasn’t entirely comfortable with the photo session, Anellino still showed himself to be very sweet and friendly. For his further development, it would be beneficial if he could leave the refuge as soon as possible. The sooner Anellino finds a family environment, the better. Would you like to give the lovable Anellino the forever home of his dreams—a loving family connection?May 29, 2026: Anellino was allowed to travel to his foster home in Germany.July 1, 2026: Anellino is a sweet, cheerful, young dog who immediately wins hearts with his open and carefree nature. He approaches people kindly and openly and gets along wonderfully with other dogs. His joyful spirit and curiosity simply bring joy. Of course, Anellino is still a real youngster—he’s full of energy, sometimes has plenty of mischief on his mind, and still needs to learn the basics of dog ownership. Recall, leash manners, impulse control, and all those things that make a good everyday companion are currently being diligently practiced. He’s looking for people who enjoy patiently and consistently explaining the world to him with love and growing together with him. He’s already doing really well with house training. Driving in the car and learning to be left alone are also being gradually practiced and are progressing positively. Anellino has a congenital dislocation of the kneecap and will therefore soon undergo surgery at an experienced veterinary clinic. The prognosis after the procedure is good, so he’ll likely go on to lead a life free of discomfort. Especially for Anellino, meaningful, calm activities are particularly valuable. Nose work, search games, mental challenges, and bonding exercises perfectly suit his nature and promote his development in an ideal way. Of course, once he’s recovered, he’ll also enjoy long walks and hikes—tailored to his needs and with a healthy amount of exercise. Anellino is looking for people who don’t expect a “perfect” dog, but rather a young companion who wants to learn, experience, and grow alongside them—people who don’t see his little peculiarity as a limitation, but recognize what really matters: a friendly, tolerant, joyful dog with great potential and an even bigger heart.Where are the people who will give Anellino the chance to settle in—people who are eager for shared adventures, loving training, and a close bond? Anellino is waiting to finally find his forever family.A big thank you once again goes to our dear photographer Petra Müller, who, due to the currently high temperatures, took time early Sunday morning to volunteer for a photoshoot and help us with the

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