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Adopt Merlin in Portugal

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Gender: male/neutered Age: born 09.02.2024 Location: Shelter/Portugal compatibility with others: male dogs, females, cats & children Merlin is simply a very sweet and uncomplicated little male dog looking for his home. With his cute appearance, it's hard not to fall in love. Merlin shows compatibility with other dogs at the shelter. He is affectionate and friendly towards humans. All in all, a simple little dog just wanting to arrive. A cat test was also conducted, where he reacted positively to cats. Even though the cat test was positive, it does not guarantee future behavior with your household cats. Merlin still has a bit to learn. This includes dog ABC, leash training, house training, and all the things that belong to a normal dog and family life. It's worth noting that every shelter dog, especially considering their past, brings their own story. Therefore, we can never predict how the dog will actually develop and react to living together in Germany with you. Merlin can travel to a foster or final placement. Gets along with other dogs.

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Geschlecht: männlich/kastriert Alter: geb. 09.02.2024 Standort: Shelter/Portugal Verträglichkeit: Rüden, Weibchen, Katzen & Kinder Merlin ist einfach nur ein ganz süßer und unkomplizierter kleiner Rüde, der auf der Suche nach seinem Zuhause ist. Bei seinem süßen Aussehen kann man einfach nicht widerstehen. Merlin zeigt sich im Shelter verträglich mit anderen Hunden. Dem Menschen gegenüber ist Merlin liebevoll und freundlich. Alles in allem eine unkomplizierter kleiner Hund, der einfach nur ankommen möchte. Ein Katzentest wurde ebenfalls durchgeführt, wo er positiv auf Katzen reagierte. Auch wenn der Katzentest positiv ausfiel, stellt dies keine Garantie für das zukünftige Verhalten mit den heimischen Hauskatzen dar. Merlin muss noch ein bisschen was lernen. Dazu zählen das Hunde-ABC, Leinenführigkeit, Stubenreinheit und all die Sachen, die zu einem normalen Hunde- und Familienleben gehören. Anzumerken ist, dass jeder Tierschutzhund, gerade auch im Hinblick auf seine Vergangenheit, seine eigene Geschichte mitbringt. Wir können deshalb nie vorhersagen, wie der Hund sich tatsächlich entwickelt und auf das Zusammenleben in Deutschland mit dir/euch reagieren wird. Merlin kann auf eine Pflege- oder Endstelle reisen.

Size
Small
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇩🇪Talkau
Shelter
Pro Dog International e.V.
Living with Merlin in Portugal
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
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Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Merlin in Portugal home

What you'll need for Merlin in Portugal 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 Merlin in Portugal

What life with Merlin in Portugal looks like

Merlin in Portugal is a small young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Pro Dog International e.V. in Talkau.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Merlin in Portugal, answered.

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