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Mao

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 13 years

Hi, I am Mao. I am an older gentleman, around 11–13 years old. I was caught by dog catchers and was scheduled to be put to sleep. Just one day before that was supposed to happen, I was taken out and brought to safety. One day made all the difference. Now I have the chance to find a peaceful home where I can spend my senior years surrounded by comfort and kindness. I weigh around 15 kg and am approximately 48 cm tall. I am vaccinated and not yet neutered, and I will be ready to travel in October. I am an incredibly quiet and peaceful boy. Most of the time, I simply sleep, and you can hardly feel my presence in the house. I currently live alongside two other males and prefer to stay away from any conflict. You will usually find me sleeping nicely in my little corner. I absolutely love good food. Perhaps I knew too much hunger in my past, but now a tasty meal makes me very happy. I am friendly with everyone, and when I want some affection, I gently come towards your hand for cuddles. I especially love having my ears scratched. My confidence is 9/10. I have a calm nature. I am Mao. I came within one day of losing my life. Now I am hoping that the time I was given will lead me somewhere beautiful: to a soft bed, good food, gentle ear scratches and a family who will let an old boy finally rest without worries.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇨🇭Dogrose
Shelter
The Dog Rose)
Living with Mao
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✕Neutered
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by The Dog Rose) · DogroseLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Mao home

What you'll need for Mao 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 Mao

What life with Mao looks like

Mao is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at The Dog Rose) in Dogrose.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Dogrose, Switzerland — browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mao, answered.

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