Mixed Breed · Female
Custódia arrived at the shelter after a help request for 3 sibilings that lived on a field for their entire life. The owners did not feed or care for them. She is sociable with people and other dogs, although she might need a more careful introduction.
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Listed 1 month ago
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Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.
First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.
Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.
Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.
Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.
Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.
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Custódia is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Animal Rescue Algarve in Faro.
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.
Portuguese rescues coordinate extensively with European rescue networks for cross-border placements, especially for galgos and podencos. Sterilization, vaccinations, and microchip ID are standard. Adoption fees typically cover the full vet workup.
Faro, Portugal — browse more dogs in Portugal.
