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Laba

Female · Young · 1 year

There are gazes that speak volumes without uttering a single bark, and Laba's is one of them. This beautiful Podenco has just arrived at our shelter and, like many of her breed, she feels a bit overwhelmed by the noise and constant movement. Laba is a rather shy little pup. The world can sometimes feel too big for her, and other dogs can pressure her a bit during these early days of adjustment. She doesn't seek the hustle and bustle; she seeks calm; she doesn't seek intensity; she seeks understanding. Her temperament: She is sweet and delicate. She needs time, patience, and a gentle hand to show her that there is nothing to fear anymore. Her ideal home: A family that understands the sensitivity of Podenco hounds. A quiet environment where she can gain confidence at her own pace, without rushing. ADOPTION: If you have a patient heart and are looking for a faithful companion who will repay every gesture of love with an infinite loyalty, Laba is waiting for you.

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Hay miradas que lo dicen todo sin emitir un solo ladrido, y la de Laba es una de ellas. Esta preciosa podenca acaba de llegar al refugio y, como muchos de su raza, se siente un poco abrumada por el ruido y el movimiento constante. Laba es una perrita algo tímida. El mundo a veces le resulta demasiado grande y los demás perros la agobian un poco en estos primeros días de adaptación. Ella no busca el bullicio, busca la calma; no busca la intensidad, busca la comprensión. Su carácter: Es dulce y delicada. Necesita tiempo, paciencia y una mano suave que le demuestre que ya no hay nada que temer. Su hogar ideal: Una familia que entienda la sensibilidad de los podencos. Un entorno tranquilo donde pueda ir ganando confianza a su ritmo, sin prisas. ADOPCIÓN: Si tienes un corazón paciente y buscas una compañera fiel que agradecerá cada gesto de amor con una lealtad infinita, Laba te espera.

Size
Small
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇪🇸Bilbao
Shelter
APA SOS Bilbao
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Cared for by APA SOS Bilbao · Bilbao

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Laba home

What you'll need for Laba 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 Laba

What life with Laba looks like

Laba is a small young adult dog waiting at APA SOS Bilbao in Bilbao.

An 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 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.

Bilbao, Spain browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Laba, answered.

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