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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 12 years

Bondo is 12 years old and carries the weight of a life that, probably, has offered more suffering than joy. His eyes, despite his blindness, convey a sweetness and depth that tell of his difficult past. He is a dog who has learned to survive, but finds it hard to trust people, often reacting out of fear. However, behind this distrust lies a soul that deserves to live his old age in peace and dignity. Bondo is positive for leishmaniasis, a disease that we are treating with care and attention. To guarantee him maximum tranquility, we have created his own "suite" in the animal shelter: an indoor and outdoor space with a garden, where he can move freely, according to his own pace, without having to face the difficulties that the animal shelter often presents for a dog like him. Despite his cautious nature and tendency to bite out of fear, Bondo gets along well with other dogs and finds comfort in their presence. This bond with his pack companions offers him some stability in a world that, for him, without sight and with leishmaniasis, may seem hostile. Bondo has almost no chance of finding a family, but this does not mean that we cannot do our best to offer him a better old age. Supporting Bondo through a sponsorship means contributing to his veterinary care, his food, and the maintenance of the safe space that allows him to live with dignity. Help us make a difference in Bondo's life. With your support, we can guarantee him well-being and tranquility, giving him a future filled with care and respect. Even a small gesture can transform his old age into a period of peace and love. Support Bondo and become part of his story of renewal.

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Bondo ha 12 anni e porta con sé il peso di una vita che, probabilmente, gli ha riservato più sofferenze che gioie. I suoi occhi, nonostante la cecità, trasmettono una dolcezza e una profondità che raccontano il suo passato difficile. È un cane che ha imparato a sopravvivere, ma che fatica a fidarsi delle persone, reagendo spesso per paura. Tuttavia, dietro questa diffidenza si nasconde un’anima che merita di vivere la sua vecchiaia in serenità e con dignità. Bondo è positivo alla leishmania, una malattia che stiamo trattando con cura e attenzione. Per garantirgli la massima tranquillità, gli abbiamo creato una sua "suite" personale nel rifugio: uno spazio interno ed esterno con giardino, dove può muoversi liberamente, secondo i suoi ritmi, senza dover affrontare le difficoltà che il rifugio spesso comporta per un cane come lui. Nonostante il suo carattere diffidente e la sua tendenza a mordere per paura, Bondo convive bene con gli altri cani e trae conforto dalla loro presenza. Questo legame con i suoi compagni di branco gli offre un po’ di stabilità in un mondo che per lui, senza vista e con la leishmania, può sembrare un luogo ostile. Bondo non ha quasi alcuna possibilità di trovare una famiglia, ma questo non significa che non possiamo fare il massimo per offrirgli una vecchiaia migliore. Sostenere Bondo attraverso un’adozione a distanza significa contribuire alle cure veterinarie, al suo cibo e al mantenimento dello spazio sicuro che gli permette di vivere con dignità. Aiutaci a fare la differenza nella vita di Bondo. Con il tuo supporto, possiamo garantirgli il benessere e la tranquillità che merita, regalandogli un futuro fatto di cure e rispetto. Anche un piccolo gesto può trasformare la sua vecchiaia in un periodo di pace e amore. Sostieni Bondo e diventa parte della sua storia di rinascita.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇮🇹Alba Adriatica TE
Shelter
Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba
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Cared for by Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba · Alba Adriatica TELearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Bondo home

What you'll need for Bondo 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 Bondo

What life with Bondo looks like

Bondo is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba in Alba Adriatica TE.

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.

Alba Adriatica TE, Italy browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Bondo, answered.

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