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Adopt Gucci

Mixed Breed · Unknown

Her life has turned upside down Gucci is an 8-year-old Shar Pei and her past is different from many of the dogs who come to us. She was deeply loved by her family and they didn't want to let her go. They were absolutely devastated when they brought her to us. But sadly, due to changes in their housing situation, they were left with no choice. And so, her story is just as heartbreaking. In just a few days, we watched her world turn upside down. One moment she was a pampered family pet, sleeping in a home, surrounded by familiar people and routines. The next, she found herself in a shelter environment, trying to make sense of what happened. Gucci is not a dog who will thrive in a kennel long-term. Like many Shar Peis, she has sensitive skin and her breed is not particularly suited to the dusty environment. We are already concerned that the longer she stays with us, the harder it will become for both her emotional wellbeing and her skin. Gucci is loving with people and has lived happily around children in her previous home. She is good with other dogs, particularly off lead, but can be more nervous on lead. She is not suitable for a home with cats. She can also be sensitive about her ears and can become worried during veterinary handling. When uncomfortable, she gives clear warning signals, such as a growl, to communicate that she is feeling scared. However, it's important to note that we have been told she has never bitten a person or another dog. To us, Gucci isn't a difficult dog. Just one who is frightened, confused, and grieving the loss of the only home she has ever known. What Gucci needs now is an experienced and patient home, ideally with someone familiar with the breed or willing to learn about their needs. Someone who can give her the time, understanding, and security she needs to settle back into herself. Gucci is a very special dog who simply wants to be loved again. Could you give her a forever home? Or sponsor her today to help us rescue more dogs in need and support Gucci in finding her new family.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇪🇸Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Shelter
Tenerife Animal Sanctuary
Living with Gucci
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Gucci home

What you'll need for Gucci 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 Gucci

What life with Gucci looks like

Gucci is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tenerife Animal Sanctuary in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

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 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Gucci, answered.

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