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Evan

Male · Young · 3 years

I might look like a lot. Okay, I am a lot: just over 30 kg of young, happy dog who sometimes forgets he is not a tiny puppy anymore. My name is Evan (DOB 30.06.2023, neutered, vaccinated, chipped). I am big, clever, energetic and still learning how to use all of that properly. At first, I can be quite timid when someone enters my area, although I may bark protectively when people walk past. With calm, clear and confident handling, I become a completely different dog. Once I am on the lead, I settle beautifully. Volunteers describe me as great on walks, eager to learn, treat-motivated and very responsive. I enjoy running in the garden, I am starting to play with balls, and I am making progress every day. I am friendly with other dogs and I have a soft, loyal side. But I am not a beginner dog. I have livestock guardian blood in me and need experienced people who understand structure, patience, clear boundaries and kind leadership. The refuge is getting boring for a young, smart dog like me. I need a home where I can keep learning, bonding and growing into the amazing dog I can be. So yes, I might look like a lot. But really? I am just over 30 kg of potential, loyalty and puppy-brain, waiting for the right person to say: “I’ve got you.” Best match: experienced dog people, ideally with livestock guardian experience, a calm home, clear rules, patience and love for big goofy boys with big potential.

Size

Tiny

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇵🇹Algarve

Shelter

Mayday Algarve

Living with Evan

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✓Good with dogs

Cared for by Mayday Algarve · Algarve

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Listed 2 days ago

Bringing Evan home

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About Evan

What life with Evan looks like

Evan is a very small young adult dog waiting at Mayday Algarve in Algarve.

A young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇵🇹Adopting from Portugal

Portuguese rescues coordinate extensively with European rescue networks for cross-border placements, especially for galgos and podencos. Sterilization, vaccinations, and microchip ID are standard. Adoption fees typically cover the full vet workup.

Algarve, Portugal — browse more dogs in Portugal.

Frequently asked

Adopting Evan, answered.

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