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Odie

Podenco · Male · Senior · 12 years

Odie’s story is a heartbreaking one - left behind in his senior years, despite being such a kind and gentle soul. But what truly stands out is how much love he still has to give. He is a wonderfully friendly dog who enjoys the company of both people and other dogs, and he approaches life with a calm, easy charm. Odie walks beautifully on the lead and is a pleasure to be around, making him an easy companion for daily life.Despite everything, he remains curious, affectionate, and open-hearted - always happy to receive gentle fuss, cuddles, and attention. For a dog of his age, he’s in lovely condition and still enjoys his surroundings with quiet enthusiasm. Odie would suit someone looking for a loyal, peaceful companion to share slow walks and cosy moments. Even if Odie only has a few years left, it would mean the world to him to spend them in the warmth and comfort of a loving home.

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 12 years

Location

🇪🇸Xabia

Shelter

APASA Xabia

Living with Odie

✓Neutered
✓Microchipped
✓Good with dogs

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Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Odie home

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About Odie

What life with Odie looks like

Odie is a medium-sized senior podenco dog waiting at APASA Xabia in Xabia.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Xabia, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Odie, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Odie?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. APASA Xabia handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Odie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Odie if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — APASA Xabia 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Odie 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 Odie 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 APASA Xabia early rather than rehoming privately; they know Odie 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.