How do I contact the shelter about Nespino?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Associazione ALFA handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Nespino on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Nespino if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Associazione ALFA 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 Nespino 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 Nespino 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 Associazione ALFA early rather than rehoming privately; they know Nespino 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 (IT). 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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Nespino

Unknown · Young · 2 years

A young heart waiting for someone to love! Nespino is a wonderful small-medium dog, born in April 2024. Despite his young age, he has already experienced abandonment and has been in the dog shelter since spring 2026, waiting for someone to notice him. Yet Nespino hasn't lost his faith in people. On the contrary, he greets everyone with enthusiasm and sweetness, always ready to offer a hopeful look and a wagging tail that never stops. He is a friendly, affectionate, lively, and curious dog with a great desire to live and share daily life with a family. He gets along with everyone: with other dogs, both males and females, and even with cats. He is good on a leash and loves company, making him an ideal companion for someone looking for a loyal friend to share walks, adventures, and moments of peace. Nespino is affected by leishmaniasis, but is responding very well to treatments. The disease is under control and will require only regular monitoring and care over time. Let's not let this diagnosis become an obstacle to his happiness: Nespino is a dog full of life, energy, and love to give.

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Un cuore giovane che aspetta solo qualcuno da amare! Nespino è un meraviglioso cagnolino di taglia medio-piccola, nato ad aprile 2024. Nonostante la sua giovane età, ha già conosciuto l’abbandono e dalla primavera del 2026 si trova in canile, aspettando che qualcuno si accorga di lui. Eppure Nespino non ha perso la fiducia nelle persone. Al contrario, accoglie chiunque con entusiasmo e dolcezza, sempre pronto a regalare uno sguardo pieno di speranza e una coda che non smette di scodinzolare. È un cane socievole, affettuoso, vivace e curioso, con una grande voglia di vivere e condividere la quotidianità con una famiglia. Va d’accordo con tutti: con i cani, sia maschi che femmine, e perfino con i gatti. È bravo al guinzaglio e ama stare in compagnia, rendendosi un compagno ideale per chi cerca un amico fedele con cui condividere passeggiate, avventure e momenti di tranquillità. Nespino è affetto da leishmania, ma sta rispondendo molto bene alle terapie. La malattia è sotto controllo e richiederà soltanto monitoraggi e cure periodiche nel tempo. Non lasciamo che questa diagnosi diventi un ostacolo alla sua felicità: Nespino è un cane pieno di vita, di energia e di amore da dare.

Size

Medium

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇮🇹Roma

Shelter

Associazione ALFA

Living with Nespino

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✓Good with kids

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About Nespino

What life with Nespino looks like

Nespino is a medium-sized young adult dog waiting at Associazione ALFA in Roma.

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 Italy

Italian canili require adopters to sign a stewardship contract (affido) and may retain the right to verify the animal's wellbeing post-adoption. Animals are chipped and sterilized before leaving (Legge 281/91). Public canili rifugio typically waive adoption fees.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Nespino, answered.

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