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BALDO

German Shorthaired Pointer · Male · Senior · 11 years

BALDO is a dog with a difficult past, which makes him initially wary and protective of his space. He is currently following a targeted training program with our dog trainer, showing great progress: once his trust is gained, he becomes sweet, affectionate, and seeks human contact. He is not suitable for families with children, and compatibility with other dogs needs to be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. He absolutely needs a home with a garden and a family with experience, able to handle his initial difficulties with patience and expertise.

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Baldo è un cane con un passato difficile, che lo rende inizialmente diffidente e protettivo verso i propri spazi. Sta attualmente seguendo un percorso educativo mirato con il nostro educatore, dimostrando grandi progressi: una volta conquistata la sua fiducia, diventa dolce, affettuoso e cerca il contatto umano. Non è adatto a famiglie con bambini, e la compatibilità con altri cani è da valutare caso per caso. Necessita assolutamente di una sistemazione in casa con giardino e di una famiglia con esperienza, capace di gestire con pazienza e competenza le sue difficoltà iniziali.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇮🇹Padova
Shelter
Canile San Francesco Padova
Living with BALDO
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Canile San Francesco Padova · PadovaLearn about German Shorthaired Pointer

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing BALDO home

What you'll need for BALDO 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 BALDO

What life with BALDO looks like

BALDO is a medium-sized senior german shorthaired pointer dog waiting at Canile San Francesco Padova in Padova.

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.

🇮🇹Adopting from Italy

Italian canili require adopters to sign a stewardship contract (affido) and may retain the right to verify the animal's wellbeing post-adoption. Animals are chipped and sterilized before leaving (Legge 281/91). Public canili rifugio typically waive adoption fees.

Padova, Italy browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting BALDO, answered.

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