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Mixed Breed · Unknown · Adult · 8 years

Douglas is a magnificent Abruzzese shepherd dog, 8 years old, with a kind and balanced character that makes him the perfect companion. He wins over everyone he meets thanks to his calmness and his ability to adapt, getting along with everyone. Despite his wonderful temperament, Douglas continues to live in an animal shelter, and we cannot understand why he has not yet been chosen by a family. Douglas is facing an important challenge: he is losing his vision in one eye and requires constant veterinary care to alleviate the pain and prevent further complications. This makes him even more in need of attention and support, so that he can live a peaceful life despite the difficulties. His size is not only physical, but also emotional. Douglas is an extraordinary dog, capable of forming deep bonds and bringing balance and peace to anyone who welcomes him. He is the kind of dog that doesn't ask much: a little space, love and the security of a place that can be called home. We are looking for a heart-felt adoption for Douglas, a family that is aware and wants to give him the opportunity to live surrounded by the love and care he needs. In the meantime, he is available for a distant adoption, which will help us support the costs of his veterinary care and ensure his well-being in the animal shelter. Supporting Douglas means making a gesture of love towards a dog who, despite everything, has never lost his ability to give affection and trust. Help us guarantee him a bright future. Give a home and a second chance to a heart full of love that is waiting only for you!

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Douglas è un magnifico pastore abruzzese di 8 anni, con un carattere dolce ed equilibrato che lo rende un compagno perfetto. È un cane che conquista chiunque lo incontri grazie alla sua calma e alla sua capacità di adattarsi, andando d’accordo con tutti. Nonostante il suo meraviglioso temperamento, Douglas continua a vivere in rifugio, e non riusciamo a capire perché non sia ancora stato scelto da una famiglia. Douglas sta affrontando una sfida importante: sta perdendo la vista da un occhio e richiede cure veterinarie costanti per alleviare il dolore e prevenire ulteriori complicazioni. Questo lo rende ancora più bisognoso di attenzioni e supporto, affinché possa vivere una vita serena nonostante le difficoltà. La sua grandezza non è solo fisica, ma anche emotiva. Douglas è un cane straordinario, capace di creare legami profondi e di portare equilibrio e serenità in chiunque lo accolga. È il tipo di cane che non chiede molto: un po’ di spazio, amore e la sicurezza di un luogo da poter chiamare casa. Cerchiamo per Douglas un’adozione del cuore, una famiglia consapevole che voglia regalargli la possibilità di vivere circondato dall’amore e dalle cure di cui ha bisogno. Nel frattempo, è disponibile per un’adozione a distanza, che ci aiuti a sostenere i costi delle sue cure veterinarie e a garantirgli il benessere nel rifugio. Sostenere Douglas significa fare un gesto di amore verso un cane che, nonostante tutto, non ha mai perso la sua capacità di donare affetto e fiducia. Aiutaci a garantirgli un futuro luminoso. Regala una casa e una seconda possibilità a un cuore pieno d’amore che aspetta solo te!

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇮🇹Alba Adriatica TE
Shelter
Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba
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Cared for by Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba · Alba Adriatica TELearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Douglas home

What you'll need for Douglas in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Douglas

What life with Douglas looks like

Douglas is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba in Alba Adriatica TE.

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 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.

Alba Adriatica TE, Italy browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Douglas, answered.

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