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Mac

Border Collie · Male · Adult · 5 years

Mac is a bright and energetic Border Collie who thrives on activity and mental stimulation. True to his breed, he’s clever, playful, and absolutely loves a good game of fetch. He’s happiest when he has a job to do - whether it’s chasing a ball, solving a puzzle toy, or exploring the outdoors with someone he trusts. Mac has a controlled minor heart condition and can be sensitive to handling, so he needs an experienced, calm adult home where his boundaries are respected. He is better for households with no other pets and would prefer a quiet, consistent environment to feel safe and secure. He is fine though with calm, quiet female dogs when introduced gently. For the right person, Mac will be a deeply rewarding companion — full of spirit, loyalty, and the kind of intelligence that makes every day feel like a new adventure.

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇪🇸Xabia

Shelter

APASA Xabia

Living with Mac

✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✕Good with kids

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Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Mac home

What you'll need for Mac in week one.

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About Mac

What life with Mac looks like

Mac is a medium-sized adult border collie dog waiting at APASA Xabia in Xabia.

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. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Xabia, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mac, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Mac?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. APASA Xabia handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Mac on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Mac if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — APASA Xabia 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Mac 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 Mac 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 APASA Xabia early rather than rehoming privately; they know Mac 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.