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Fontas

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

If anyone has anything to say about Fontas’s nose, they are clearly being unfair. It is the camera lens that makes it look somewhat… well… generous in size. Because Fontas’s nose is beautiful, just like the rest of him. And if you look closely, you will notice a wonderful symmetry between his nose and his ears. Fontas’s story is a familiar one. We do not know it for certain, but we can guess: a hunting dog who did not perform “properly” and was abandoned to his fate. Later he was caught, only to be abandoned again at the municipal kennel of Krestena, tied up, hungry and skeletal. Until his luck finally changed and he came to our shelter. Fontas is a great character. Dignified, balanced and steady. Although he is a hunting dog, he is not restless or nervous. He has energy and enthusiasm, but he knows how to manage them. He wants to sniff everything, yet he does not get stuck on a scent or insist on following it no matter what. He is social and enjoys contact with people. He is patient, willing to cooperate and eager to learn. He also gets along well with other dogs. If you are a true admirer of a dog’s nose and ears, and if you are looking for a companion to walk with and enjoy the outdoors, the sun and nature, then Fontas might be the perfect dog for you.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇷Metsovo
Shelter
Save a Greek Stray
Living with Fontas
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Save a Greek Stray · MetsovoLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Fontas home

What you'll need for Fontas 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 Fontas

What life with Fontas looks like

Fontas is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Save a Greek Stray in Metsovo.

An 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 Greece

Greek shelters often partner with Northern European rescue groups for placements. Animals are sterilized, vaccinated, and chipped before adoption. Fees vary widely depending on whether the shelter is municipal or NGO-run.

Metsovo, Greece browse more dogs in Greece.

Frequently asked

Adopting Fontas, answered.

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