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Mixed Breed · Male · Puppy · 6 months

EMILIO Podenco Mix • 05.12.2025 • male • will likely be medium to large in size • currently living at the shelter in Portugal He is one of the puppies who do not immediately take center stage – instead, he prefers to observe first. Emilio currently shows himself to be rather reserved and cautious when dealing with new people and unfamiliar situations. He takes his time to get to know everything at his own pace and appears calm and sensitive in doing so. Despite his age, Emilio is very playful and active. He belongs to the type of dogs who do not immediately approach everyone – but rather want to build trust first. If given this time, he will gradually become more secure and begin to open up. For Emilio, we wish for a home with people who understand him, do not expect anything from him, and can lovingly guide him. A quiet environment would help him better orient himself and settle in. He is very compatible with fellow animals. Some symptoms here are age-related.

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EMILIO Podenco Mix • 05.12.2025 • männlich • wird vermutlich mittelgroß bis groß • lebt in der Auffangstation in Portugal Er ist einer der Welpen, die nicht sofort im Mittelpunkt stehen – sondern lieber erst einmal beobachten. Emilio zeigt sich aktuell eher zurückhaltend und vorsichtig im Umgang mit neuen Menschen und unbekannten Situationen. Er nimmt sich Zeit, alles in seinem eigenen Tempo kennenzulernen und wirkt dabei ruhig und sensibel. Emilio ist altersbedingt trotzdem sehr verspielt und aktiv. Er gehört zu den Hunden, die nicht sofort auf jeden zugehen – sondern erst Vertrauen aufbauen möchten. Gibt man ihm diese Zeit, wird er Schritt für Schritt sicherer und beginnt, sich zu öffnen. Für Emilio wünschen wir uns ein Zuhause mit Menschen, die ihn verstehen, nichts von ihm erwarten und ihn liebevoll begleiten. Ein ruhiges Umfeld würde ihm helfen, sich besser zu orientieren und anzukommen. Er ist mit Artgenossen sehr verträglich.

Size
Age
Puppy · 6 months
Location
🇩🇪Saal an der Donau
Shelter
4 Happy Paws e.V.
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Cared for by 4 Happy Paws e.V. · Saal an der DonauLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing EMILIO home

What you'll need for EMILIO 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 EMILIO

What life with EMILIO looks like

EMILIO is a puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at 4 Happy Paws e.V. in Saal an der Donau.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇩🇪Adopting from Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting EMILIO, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about EMILIO?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. 4 Happy Paws e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw EMILIO on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt EMILIO if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — 4 Happy Paws e.V. 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 EMILIO 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 EMILIO 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 4 Happy Paws e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know EMILIO 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 (DE). 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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