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Nonno Pippo

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 11 years

Pippo is a bundle of energy, strength, and gentleness. He will bring great joy to his new owner! He walks on a leash and may be compatible with other dogs if properly introduced. Weaknesses: Pippo climbs fences when he feels the need to escape, and still has a tendency to run away from doors and gates, likely due to the lack of attention he received before being abandoned at the shelter. Ideal family: We are looking for active and dynamic people who can give him time and attention; he will be an excellent adventure partner if someone looks beyond his appearance... because unfortunately, male adult black dogs like Pippo are often overlooked by families visiting shelters in search of a new friend.

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Punti di Forza: Un concentrato di vivacità, forza e dolcezza. Pippo saprà dare grandi soddisfazioni a chi lo sceglierà! Sa andare al guinzaglio, può essere compatibile con altri cani previo inserimento. Punti di Debolezza: Pippo è in grado di arrampicarsi sulle reti se sente la necessità di scappare, conserva inoltre una tendenza a fuggire da porte e cancelli, probabilmente a causa del poco tempo che gli dedicava la sua famiglia prima di abbandonarlo in Rifugio, come un oggetto ormai inutile. La famiglia ideale: Per lui cerchiamo delle persone attive e dinamiche che gli riservino tempo ed attenzioni, sarà un grande compagno di avventure se solo qualcuno andasse oltre l’apparenza... perché purtroppo i cani maschi adulti, neri e di taglia grande come Pippo sono quelli che colpiscono meno le famiglie che vengono in canile in cerca di un nuovo amico.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇮🇹Rubano (Padova)
Shelter
Lega del Cane Padova
Living with Nonno Pippo
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Lega del Cane Padova · Rubano (Padova)Learn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Nonno Pippo home

What you'll need for Nonno Pippo 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 Nonno Pippo

What life with Nonno Pippo looks like

Nonno Pippo is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Lega del Cane Padova in Rubano (Padova).

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 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.

Rubano (Padova), Italy browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Nonno Pippo, answered.

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