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CARIÑO

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

In November 2024 we were contacted about a dog abandoned by a canal in Albatera. Locals were feeding him, but he was too frightened to let anyone approach, always running off and only returning once people had gone. The huge area made rescuing him extremely difficult. We spoke with a nearby homeowner who said he had been there since April or May and told us about a woman, Elena, who fed him daily and had slowly gained some of his trust, though she still couldn’t catch him. We left our number in case help was ever needed. Two months later, in January 2025, Elena called to say she had finally managed to catch him but couldn’t keep him. That’s how Cariño came into our care – a big, handsome boy, very nervous and trembling, but in good physical condition. His blood tests showed he is positive for Leishmaniosis with high levels, and he is now on medication. Thanks to time and patience, today Cariño is a different dog, although he is still wary of new people, he is a happy, very affectionate, playful boy who love belly rubs and walks, and, always greets you with a wagging tail Cariño is fully vaccinated, microchipped with a passport, castrated, blood tested, on treatment for ticks and fleas, dewormed and on heartworm prevention. He walks well on a lead, and is a gentle, loving boy. Cariño is now 6.5 years old and he would make a super companion for the right family.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇪🇸Spain
Shelter
SAT Animal Rescue Torrevieja
Living with CARIÑO
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Microchipped
Cared for by SAT Animal Rescue Torrevieja · SpainLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing CARIÑO home

What you'll need for CARIÑO 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 CARIÑO

What life with CARIÑO looks like

CARIÑO is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at SAT Animal Rescue Torrevieja.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇪🇸Adopting from Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting CARIÑO, answered.

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