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Adopt ELVIS

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

Elvis is a lovely, affectionate boy who desperately needs a home. He has recently lost his elderly kennel mate, Tender, whom he adored. Elvis was very attached to him, often trying to encourage him to play despite his age. Elvis loves fuss and attention and thrives on human company. He walks well on the lead; although he is a strong dog and may occasionally pull, he is generally good to walk and enjoys getting out and about. Elvis would make a devoted companion for someone looking for a loving, loyal dog. Elvis cannot be homed with cats Approx measurements in CMS Height: 62cms Neck: 42cms Approx weight 31/12/25: 28.5kg Approx weight 15/04/26: 28.75kg Approx weight 29/04/26: 29kg Elvis is castrated.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇪🇸Lips Rescue
Shelter
Murcia)
Living with ELVIS
  • Neutered
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Murcia) · Lips RescueLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing ELVIS home

What you'll need for ELVIS 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 ELVIS

What life with ELVIS looks like

ELVIS is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Murcia) in Lips Rescue.

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 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.

Lips Rescue, Spain browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting ELVIS, answered.

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