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Charlie

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Charlie is the kind of dog who makes you stop and look twice as he walks by. He has features that are entirely his own. Is it his coloring? His big ears that frame his head like a half-finished painting? The way his face wrinkles with every expression? His solid body and short legs? If you had to describe him properly, you’d probably say his breed is simply “Charlie.” He is young and full of energy. Curious, eager to sniff everything, run, play, and be part of whatever is happening around him. A simple walk isn’t enough for Charlie, he wants to experience it fully, with enthusiasm. That means he will pull on the leash. Not out of stubbornness or bad intentions, but because he genuinely believes that if he doesn’t see everything right now, he might miss something important. He is not a dog for a slow walk around the block. He needs activity, play, and proper outlets for his energy. When he gets those, he becomes a completely different dog. He relaxes, settles down, and looks at you with that familiar expression, already waiting for the next walk. Charlie is a good-natured and sweet dog who has never lived on the streets. He grew up and lived in a home, but with people who were unable or unwilling to truly engage with him. In reality, Charlie is not a difficult dog. He has the intelligence and the character to become an excellent companion, as long as he finds a person who can offer him a full and active daily life. We see him and live with him every day, and we know that he is not lacking kindness or affection. What he is missing is his person. If you are looking for a naturally calm dog, Charlie is not the one. But if you want a beautiful, lively dog who will get you off the couch and into life, then Charlie is truly worth meeting.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇷Metsovo
Shelter
Save a Greek Stray
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Charlie home

What you'll need for Charlie 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 Charlie

What life with Charlie looks like

Charlie is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Save a Greek Stray in Metsovo.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇬🇷Adopting from Greece

Greek shelters often partner with Northern European rescue groups for placements. Animals are sterilized, vaccinated, and chipped before adoption. Fees vary widely depending on whether the shelter is municipal or NGO-run.

Metsovo, Greece browse more dogs in Greece.

Frequently asked

Adopting Charlie, answered.

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