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Adopt Asterix

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 10 years

AsterixBASIC CARENEUTERINGBLOOD TESTSMEDICAL COSTS ​I have no known medical issues but I need blood tests to make sure there are no underlying issues​Ask moreNeeds a responsible homeHi, I am AsterixMy sponsor is Andre Najda&​I am a bit of a special guy, who has been at the shelter for quite some time now. I used to be owned but when I turned 10 years old my family abandoned me. This is where I lost my trust in people. But as time has passed I have get used to the shelter volunteers and with them I turn into the most loving and loyal dog you can imagine, the kind of dog I used to be. I have no issues with other dogs, I don't want to cause trouble, but I need an experienced home with people who are willing to work to get my trust. If you might have the patience and knowledge to earn my trust, please contact the people at the shelter. I hope I can one day have a home where I won't be abandoned again! I am a very special boy who just needs someone to show me that I can be a part of a loving and caring family.?Want to help ​AsterixSponsorBecome a sponsor an guarantee that their daily needs like food and parasite treatment is covered. With 15€ donation per month we can make sure they have everything they need!ButtonDonate for neuteringHelp us to reduce the risk of cancer as well as help us guarantee, no more unwanted puppies will be born to the streets or shelters.ButtonDonate for blood testWant to help and make sure are and will stay healhty? With 50€ we can have her tested for the most common diseases like Leishmania and GiardiaButtonHero for a sick dogBecome a Hero for a sick dog and we can make sure the monthly medical costs are taken care of and they can be as healthy as possible!Button

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 10 years
Location
🇬🇷Heraklion
Shelter
Gouves Shelter
Living with Asterix
  • Good with dogs
  • Has special needs
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Cared for by Gouves Shelter · HeraklionLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Asterix home

What you'll need for Asterix 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 Asterix

What life with Asterix looks like

Asterix is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Gouves Shelter in Heraklion.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

Note from the shelter: Trust issues from abandonment, requires patient and experienced owner

🇬🇷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.

Heraklion, Greece browse more dogs in Greece.

Frequently asked

Adopting Asterix, answered.

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