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Adopt Gremlina

Shih Tzu · Female · Senior · 9 years

Description This little one was found on the street in a rather deteriorated state. She hasn't been well cared for over whatever time she's been without a home, as she has vision and hearing problems, and her skin and fur are in very poor condition. Tests are being conducted and we'll see what the results show. What she needs now is a home. She is affectionate, seeks your attention, and craves human contact.

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Descripción Esta peque fue recogida en la calle en un estado bastante deteriorado. Con quien haya estado todo este tiempo poco se ha ocupado de ella ya que tiene problemas de vista, de oído y la piel y el pelaje está en muy mal estado. Se le está haciendo pruebas y veremos al final que tiene. Lo que necesita ahora mismo es un hogar. Es cariñosa, reclama tu atención y el contacto humano. Si quieres darle la oportunidad de que tenga una buena vida y ayudarle y demostrar que no todos los humanos son tan horribles como con los que ha convivido, contacta con nosotros

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇪🇸Rivas-Vaciamadrid
Shelter
Rivanimal (Rivas-Vaciamadrid)
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Bringing Gremlina home

What you'll need for Gremlina 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 Gremlina

What life with Gremlina looks like

Gremlina is a small senior shih tzu dog waiting at Rivanimal (Rivas-Vaciamadrid) in Rivas-Vaciamadrid.

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.

Rivas-Vaciamadrid, Spain browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Gremlina, answered.

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