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Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 14 years

Pantufa is the sweetest, most affectionate, and coolest senior dog in the world! Despite being 14 years old, he still has plenty to look forward to. Pantufa is a very active dog – the years seem to have passed him by without a trace. He is always enthusiastic about going for a walk and “attacks” his people with spontaneous cuddle attacks. The affable older gentleman approaches everything and everyone with open arms and is delighted when he can form new friendships. Physical contact and cuddles are his absolute favorites. You wouldn’t know by looking at Pantufa that he hasn’t had a good life. He was passed around from family to family, and no one took proper care of him. In between, he was always back at the animal shelter. Most recently, he ended up back at the animal shelter after being hit by a car. However, he has already undergone surgery, and the healing is so good that Pantufa can now lead a normal dog life. Now, Pantufa is searching for something better – and he deserves only the very best! He deserves a family that values him, loves him, protects him, and spoils him. While Pantufa is compatible with other dogs, he loves being the center of attention. He also gets along well with children, showing no fears and remaining cool in stressful situations, making him a suitable family dog. Whether he gets along with cats would need to be tested if there is interest.

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Pantufa ist der netteste, süßeste, anhänglichste und coolste Hundesenior der Welt! Trotz seiner 14 Jahre hat er noch viel zu erleben. Pantufa ist ein sehr aktiver Hund – die Jahre scheinen spurlos an ihm vorübergegangen zu sein. Er ist immer für einen Spaziergang zu begeistern und “überfällt” seine Menschen gerne mit spontanen Kuschelattacken. Der sympathische ältere Herr geht offen auf alles und jeden zu und freut sich, wenn er neue Freundschaften knüpfen kann. Körperkontakt und Streicheleinheiten liebt er über alles. Man merkt Pantufa nicht an, dass er bisher kein schönes Leben hatte. Er wurde von einer Familie zur nächsten weitergereicht und niemand hat sich ordentlich um ihn gekümmert. Zwischendurch war er immer wieder im Tierheim. Zuletzt ist er wieder im Tierheim gelandet, nachdem er angefahren worden war. Er wurde jedoch bereits operiert und es ist alles so gut verheilt, dass Pantufa wieder ein ganz normales Hundeleben führen kann. Jetzt sucht Pantufa etwas Besseres – und er verdient nur das Beste vom Besten! Er verdient eine Familie, die ihn wertschätzt, liebt, beschützt und verwöhnt. Mit anderen Hunden ist Pantufa zwar verträglich, aber er liebt es, im Mittelpunkt der Aufmerksamkeit zu stehen. Auch mit Kindern kommt Pantufa bestens zurecht, er zeigt keinerlei Ängste und bleibt auch in stressigen Situationen cool, so dass er auch als Familienhund geeignet wäre. Ob er sich auch mit Katzen versteht, müsste bei Interesse noch getestet werden.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇩🇪Speyer
Shelter
Hundehilfe Portugal
Living with Pantufa
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Pantufa home

What you'll need for Pantufa 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 Pantufa

What life with Pantufa looks like

Pantufa is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Hundehilfe Portugal in Speyer.

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 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 Pantufa, answered.

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