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Dexter

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Senior · 10 years

Estimated date of birth: May 2016 Dexter is a gorgeous big lug, one of the many abandoned at the Shelter, who grew up in a home until his presence became inconvenient. Maybe they expected him to stay a puppy forever, or maybe he just isn't good enough because he isn't small, who knows what goes through the minds of the criminals who abandon! One thing is certain: whoever decided to get rid of him has no idea what treasure they have lost! Dexter is a sweetheart of a dog who loves people, loves being involved and doing activities together. Are you looking for a teammate? Well, you've found one! We can assure you he will be a great companion for outings and long walks, and you'll have a fantastic time together, we're sure of it! Dexter is a dog with great gifts, waiting for the chance to show what he can do. Stuck in a kennel, he is truly wasted! He has a big heart, so much love to give, and he is only waiting for the right person to whom he can entrust himself completely. Have you fallen in love with him? What are you waiting for? Call us right away and you'll become a family! Dexter is a male, large size, neutered. Adoptable even from a distance.

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Data presunta di nascita: maggio 2016 Dexter è un bellissimo cagnolone, uno dei tanti abbandonati al Rifugio, cresciuto in casa finché la sua presenza non è diventata scomoda. Magari si aspettavano che restasse cucciolo per sempre o forse non va bene perché non è di taglia piccola, chi lo sa cosa passa per la mente dei criminali che abbandonano! Una cosa è certa, chi ha deciso di sbarazzarsene non ha idea del tesoro che ha perso! Dexter è un cane dolcissimo, ama le persone, ama essere coinvolto e svolgere attività insieme. State cercando un compagno di squadra? Bene, l’avete trovato! Possiamo assicurarvi che lui sarà un ottimo amico con cui fare gite, lunghe passeggiate e insieme vi divertirete un mondo, ne siamo certi! Dexter è un cane dalle grandi doti in attesa di aver l’opportunità di esprimersi, lui dentro un box è veramente sprecato! Ha un grande cuore, ha tanto amore da donare e aspetta solo la persona giusta a cui affidarsi completamente. Ti sei innamorato di lui? Cosa aspetti allora! Chiamaci subito e diventerete una famiglia! Dexter è un maschio, taglia grande, sterilizzato. Adottabile anche a distanza.

Size

Small

Age

Senior · 10 years

Location

🇮🇹Italy

Shelter

Lega del Cane Palermo

Living with Dexter

✓Neutered

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About Dexter

What life with Dexter looks like

Dexter is a small senior mixed breed dog waiting at Lega del Cane Palermo 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 Dexter, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Dexter?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Lega del Cane Palermo handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Dexter on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Dexter if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Lega del Cane Palermo 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Dexter 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 Dexter 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 Lega del Cane Palermo early rather than rehoming privately; they know Dexter 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.