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Kelly

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 9 years

I'm Kelly, a tiny little grandma who's spent her whole life living in a house. I've always known the warmth of a home, a bed, the peacefulness and affection of a family... and now my life has changed. At my age, I don't understand why I have to start over. 💔 All I want is something very simple: a home where I feel loved, safe and accompanied. I'm tiny, calm and don't need big things. A warm bed, some cuddles, patience and someone who tells me every day that I'm safe now. 🥺❤️ I know I'm a grandma and maybe I'm not the first one you'll notice, but I promise I have a lot of love to give. I just need a chance to end my life surrounded by affection, like it always should have been. For more information about adoptions: DISCOVER HOW TO HELP US

ES·Show original

Soy Kelly, una abuelita pequeñita que ha pasado toda su vida viviendo en una casa. Siempre he conocido el calor de un hogar, una camita, la tranquilidad y el cariño de una familia… y ahora mi vida ha cambiado. A mis años, no entiendo por qué tengo que empezar de nuevo. 💔 Yo solo quiero algo muy sencillo: un hogar donde sentirme querida, segura y acompañada. Soy pequeñita, tranquila y no necesito grandes cosas. Una camita calentita, unas caricias, paciencia y alguien que me diga cada día que ya estoy a salvo. 🥺❤️ Sé que soy una abuelita y quizá no sea la primera en la que os fijéis, pero os prometo que tengo muchísimo amor para dar. Solo necesito una oportunidad para terminar mi vida rodeada de cariño, como siempre debió ser Para más información sobre adopciones: DESCUBRE CÓMO ECHARNOS UNA PATA

Size
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Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇪🇸Spain
Shelter
Animales Rioja
Cared for by Animales Rioja · SpainLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Kelly home

What you'll need for Kelly 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 Kelly

What life with Kelly looks like

Kelly is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at Animales Rioja in Spain.

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.

Spain, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Kelly, answered.

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