How do I contact the shelter about Emily?

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 Emily on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Emily 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 Emily 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 Emily 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 Emily 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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Emily

Mixed Breed · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

Emily is a sweet, tender little Abruzzese Shepherd puppy, born to an extraordinary mother who lovingly protected and raised her alongside her siblings. The mother, who is still with us, gave them all the strength and care she could possibly offer—and today, Emily is a wonderful pup, ready to explore the world, albeit with a touch of shyness. Of her litter of five siblings, only Elio has found a forever home. Emily remains, along with Elliot, Elvis, and Elisa, still deeply bonded from the close-knit relationship they shared during their first few months of life. Emily is a true embodiment of balance and sweetness: she carefully observes anyone who approaches her, and once she feels safe, she’s ready to give her affection wholeheartedly. Thanks to her mother’s presence, Emily learned what it means to be part of a family. However, she hasn’t yet had enough experiences outside the shelter, so she tends to approach new things with gentle curiosity. With a caring and loving family by her side, Emily will grow up feeling confident and become an affectionate, extraordinary companion. We’re offering Emily a sponsorship program—a way for you to help ensure that she and her siblings receive all the care they need while they wait patiently for their chance to find a warm, welcoming home. Supporting Emily means giving a bright future to a special little pup, raised with love and eager to discover it in the world too! Would you like to be part of her story? Give her a home and a second chance—a loving heart waiting just for you!

IT·Show original

Emily è una dolcissima cucciola di pastore abruzzese, nata da una mamma straordinaria che l’ha protetta e cresciuta con amore insieme ai suoi fratelli. La mamma, che si trova ancora con noi, ha dato loro tutta la forza e la cura possibile, e oggi Emily è una canetta meravigliosa, pronta a scoprire il mondo, anche se con un pizzico di timidezza. Della sua cucciolata, composta da cinque fratelli, solo Elio ha trovato una famiglia. Restano Emily, insieme a Elliot, Elvis ed Elisa, che condividono ancora il legame profondo creato durante i loro primi mesi di vita. Emily è un esempio di equilibrio e dolcezza: osserva con attenzione chi le si avvicina e, una volta che si sente sicura, è pronta a donare il suo affetto con tutto il cuore. Grazie alla presenza della mamma, Emily ha imparato cosa significa essere parte di una famiglia. Tuttavia, non ha ancora vissuto abbastanza esperienze fuori dal rifugio e, per questo, si approccia alle novità con delicatezza. Con una famiglia consapevole e amorevole, Emily potrà crescere sicura di sé e diventare una compagna affettuosa e straordinaria. Proponiamo per Emily un’adozione a distanza, che ci aiuti a garantire a lei e ai suoi fratelli tutte le cure necessarie mentre aspettano la loro occasione di trovare una casa accogliente. Sostenere Emily significa offrire un futuro luminoso a una cucciola speciale, cresciuta con amore e pronta a scoprirlo anche nel mondo. Vuoi essere parte della sua storia? Regala una casa e una seconda possibilità a un cuore pieno d’amore che aspetta solo te!

Size

Large

Age

Puppy · 4 months

Location

🇮🇹Alba Adriatica TE

Shelter

Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba

Cared for by Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba · Alba Adriatica TE Learn about Mixed Breed →

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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Emily home

What you'll need for Emily in week one.

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About Emily

What life with Emily looks like

Emily is a large puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Associazione Cani Liberi - Rifugio Canalba in Alba Adriatica TE.

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 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 Emily, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Emily?: 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 Emily on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Emily 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 Emily 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 Emily 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 Emily 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.