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Merlot

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 1 year

Merlot came to us as a tiny puppy, together with his five siblings. Back then, all the babies were very scared. A couple approached us cautiously, the rest hid, and Merlot was the only one who showed his teeth. As if he had taken it upon himself to protect the whole family, to prove he was the bravest, the most fearless. It took just a few days and a handful of treats for them to become puppies again. Merlot broke into big smiles for a piece of salami. When the toys came out, he was the first and the best. He knew exactly what to do, how to chase, how to catch, how to “defeat” that poor stuffed toy that stood no chance against his puppy teeth. Then came the walks, and everything else that carries a puppy from “baby” to “I’ve got this” adolescence. Time passed, and now he is a young adult who learns quickly when guided the right way. He is smart, playful, and good natured, with a rare tenderness. Out of nowhere, he will tuck his nose into your arms, as if trying to stay there forever. His fluffy coat, the spark in his eyes, and his character make a combination that is hard to miss. We find ourselves loving him more every day. Watching him grow up in the shelter, we cannot help but wonder why. Why has he not found his person yet? He lacks nothing. We truly believe he has everything it takes to become an exceptional companion.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇬🇷Metsovo
Shelter
Save a Greek Stray
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Cared for by Save a Greek Stray · MetsovoLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Merlot home

What you'll need for Merlot 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 Merlot

What life with Merlot looks like

Merlot is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Save a Greek Stray in Metsovo.

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 Greece

Greek shelters often partner with Northern European rescue groups for placements. Animals are sterilized, vaccinated, and chipped before adoption. Fees vary widely depending on whether the shelter is municipal or NGO-run.

Metsovo, Greece browse more dogs in Greece.

Frequently asked

Adopting Merlot, answered.

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