How do I contact the shelter about Balù?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Fuori Le Zampe ODV handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Balù on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Balù if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Fuori Le Zampe ODV 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 Balù 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 Balù 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 Fuori Le Zampe ODV early rather than rehoming privately; they know Balù 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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Balù

Male · Senior · 10 years

Sometimes life takes unexpected turns, and at 11 years old, you find yourself behind the bars of a dog shelter after a lifetime spent in a family. This is the story of Balù, who, along with his friend Jimmy, has just arrived at our dog shelter. Balù is a splendid Lagorai Shepherd: proud, intelligent, and with those eyes that seem to read your soul. He’s great on a leash, interacts well with humans, seeks contact, and loves walks in the greenery. Unfortunately, Balù tested positive for heartworm, but with the right treatment and the warmth of a home, he can still enjoy years of peace. If you’re looking for a balanced life companion, already socialized, and ready to give the love that only an older dog can offer, come meet Balù! 🐕 BALÙ – dog shelter of Calderara di Reno (BO) BREED: Lagorai Shepherd GENDER: Male SIZE: Medium DATE OF BIRTH: 2016 📍 available for adoption in Bologna, province, and in Emilia Romagna. Requests from outside the region are also considered ONLY if you are willing to do a shelter visit. You can contact us on our pages: Facebook and Instagram 📞 at our phone numbers: Bina 3395496314 Melissa 3384186922 Antonella 3381268745 ✉️ at our email:

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A volte la vita prende pieghe inaspettate e ad 11 anni ti ritrovi dietro le sbarre di un canile dopo una vita passata in famiglia. Questa è la storia di Balù che, assieme al suo amico Jimmy, è arrivato da poco nel nostro canile. Balù è uno splendido Pastore del Lagorai: fiero, intelligente e con quegli occhi che sembrano leggerti dentro. Bravissimo al guinzaglio, si relaziona molto bene con gli umani, cerca il contatto e ama le passeggiate nel verde. Purtroppo Balù è risultato positivo alla filaria, ma con la giusta terapia e il calore di una casa può ancora godersi anni di serenità. Se cerchi un compagno di vita equilibrato, già socializzato e pronto a donare l’amore che solo un cane anziano sa offrire, vieni a conoscere Balù! 🐕 BALÙ – Canile di Calderara di Reno (BO) RAZZA: Pastore del Lagorai SESSO: Maschio TAGLIA: Media DATA DI NASCITA: 2016 📍 Adottabile a Bologna, provincia e in Emilia Romagna. Si valutano anche richieste fuori regione SOLO se disposti a fare un percorso di conoscenza in canile. Potete contattarci sulle nostre pagine: Facebook e Instagram 📞 ai nostri numeri di telefono: Bina 3395496314 Melissa 3384186922 Antonella 3381268745 ✉️ Alla nostra mail:

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇮🇹Bologna

Shelter

Fuori Le Zampe ODV

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About Balù

What life with Balù looks like

Balù is a medium-sized senior dog waiting at Fuori Le Zampe ODV in Bologna.

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.

Bologna, Italy — browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Balù, answered.

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