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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 5 months

Aristos is the most classic and beloved hunting dog of the Greek countryside. But as a working dog, this particular one wasn’t loved much at all. In fact, not at all, because how else would he have ended up tied up and emaciated at the municipal shelter of Krestena? We don’t know his story, but it wouldn’t surprise us if someone told us that Aristos wasn’t good at his job as a hunting dog, and so he was abandoned, left to wander in the countryside or in a nearby village. What matters is that Aristos is now with us at the shelter. He has finally started to gain weight, he still needs more, but he’s on the right track, and he’s beginning to understand that he is safe, that he can now go for walks without fear. He’s also starting to realize that when a person approaches him, it can simply be to play with him, to take him out for a walk, and to spend quality time together. Aristos is eager for walks, for release, for action! He’s a dog who wants to do so many things: to run, to play, to stand by his human companion’s side and enjoy nature together. He could be truly happy with a routine that ensures his daily exercise, with activities that engage both his body and his mind.

Size
Age
Puppy · 5 months
Location
🇬🇷Metsovo
Shelter
Save a Greek Stray
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Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Aristos home

What you'll need for Aristos 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 Aristos

What life with Aristos looks like

Aristos is a puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Save a Greek Stray in Metsovo.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇬🇷Adopting from Greece

Greek shelters often partner with Northern European rescue groups for placements. Animals are sterilized, vaccinated, and chipped before adoption. Fees vary widely depending on whether the shelter is municipal or NGO-run.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Aristos, answered.

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