How do I contact the shelter about Buddy?

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

Can I adopt Buddy if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Rifugio San Francesco 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Rifugio San Francesco early rather than rehoming privately; they know Buddy 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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Buddy

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 10 years

Get ready to fall in love! We present you Buddy, a truly special small dog who is eagerly waiting to find his forever family. Buddy is a real bundle of sweetness: very friendly, incredibly affectionate, and with a big heart. Born in 2016, he is loyal and obedient, with a proud and composed character that makes him a reliable companion in any situation. On a leash, he is a true champion: he never strays from the person leading him, guaranteeing you peaceful and joyful walks. Despite his strong personality, Buddy also has a very tender side: he is incredibly protective towards his more timid friends. He is a medium-small size and only dreams of having his own couch and a family that fills him with love. Would you like to meet him in person? We are waiting for you at the animal shelter! We are sure that when you meet him, his gaze will steal your heart. Buddy will be adopted already microchipped, vaccinated, and spayed, after an adoption process. For him, we are looking for a family that makes him feel like an integral part, loving him unconditionally.

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Preparati ad innamorarti! Ti presentiamo Buddy, un cagnolino davvero speciale che non vede l'ora di trovare la sua famiglia per sempre. Buddy è un vero concentrato di dolcezza: simpaticissimo, coccolone all'inverosimile e con un cuore grande così. Nato nel 2016, è un tipo leale e obbediente, con un carattere fiero e composto che lo rende un compagno affidabile in ogni situazione. Al guinzaglio è un vero campione: non si allontana mai da chi lo conduce, garantendoti passeggiate serene e piene di gioia. Nonostante la sua forte personalità, Buddy ha anche un lato tenerissimo: è incredibilmente protettivo verso i suoi amici più timorosi. È una taglia medio-piccola e sogna solo un divano tutto suo e una famiglia che lo riempia d'amore. Vorresti conoscerlo di persona? Ti aspettiamo al rifugio! Siamo sicuri che quando lo incontrerai, il suo sguardo ruberà il tuo cuore. Buddy verrà affidato già chippato, vaccinato e sterilizzato, dopo un percorso di adozione. Per lui, cerchiamo una famiglia che lo faccia sentire parte integrante, amandolo incondizionatamente.

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇮🇹Italy

Shelter

Rifugio San Francesco

Living with Buddy

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

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About Buddy

What life with Buddy looks like

Buddy is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Rifugio San Francesco in Italy.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Buddy, answered.

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