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Mixed Breed · Male

Antonio is a beautiful, 2-year-old Podenco male dog with a gentle character. Found on the streets of Fuerteventura, Antonio shows himself to be an extremely people-oriented, attached, and friendly dog despite his past. Full of energy, Antonio naturally wants to take the opportunity to show off at the leash when someone finally comes by. The young male dog possesses a distinct personality and requires both mental and physical stimulation. Even in interactions with other dogs, Antonio shows to be social and uncomplicated – a true treasure who simply wants to belong. Now, all he needs is one more thing: a loving home where he can arrive and show what a wonderful companion he is. Who will give Antonio the chance at a new life full of love and security? If you are in love with Antonio, please fill out the interested parties form right away. Here is the link: This is the basis for us to have an in-depth telephone conversation with you, where we will gladly answer all your questions. Your team from our shelter – Rescue A Soul 🐶 -22 .gallery-item { border: 2px solid ; -22 .

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Antonio ist ein wunderschöner, 2-jähriger Podenco-Rüde mit einem sanften Charakter. Gefunden wurde Antonio auf den Straßen Fuerteventuras. Trotz seiner Vergangenheit zeigt er sich als äußerst menschenbezogener, anhänglicher und freundlicher Hund. Antonio ist voller Energie, weil er natürlich die Chance ergreifen will sich zu zeigen an der Kette, wenn endlich mal einer vorbei kommt. Der junge Rüde besitzt eine ausgeprägte Persönlichkeit und braucht sowohl geistige, als auch körperliche Auslastung. Auch im Umgang mit anderen Hunden zeigt sich Antonio sozial und unkompliziert – ein echter Schatz, der einfach nur dazugehören möchte. Nun fehlt ihm nur noch eins: ein liebevolles Zuhause, in dem er ankommen und zeigen darf, was für ein wunderbarer Begleiter er ist. Wer gibt Antonio die Chance auf ein neues Leben voller Liebe und Sicherheit? Wenn Sie sich in Antonio verliebt haben, dann füllen Sie doch bitte gleich hier den Interessentenbogen aus. Hier ist der Link: Dieser ist für uns die Grundlage für ein ausführliches Telefongespräch mit Ihnen, wo wir all Ihre Fragen gern beantworten. Ihr Team von Sando e. V. – Rescue A Soul 🐶 -22 .gallery-item { border: 2px solid ; -22 .gallery-caption { /* see gallery_shortcode() in wp-includes/media.php */

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Age
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🇩🇪Vechelde
Shelter
Sando e.V.
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Cared for by Sando e.V. · VecheldeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 weeks ago

Bringing Antonio home

What you'll need for Antonio 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 Antonio

What life with Antonio looks like

Antonio is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Sando e.V. in Vechelde.

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 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 Antonio, answered.

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