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Patty

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 13 years

Characteristics: friendly and very playful, has a lot of energy Weight: approx. 20 kg Location: Animais Como Nós (Portugal) "Patty" – after 13 long years, finally a new life Dear "Patty," born in 2013, has finally taken a big step into a new life. At the end of January 2026, following an extensive well-being program, he was able to move from the shelter of our partner association "Animais Como Nós" in Porto (Portugal) to a foster home in Portugal. Since his puppy days in 2013, "Patty" has patiently waited in the care of our animal welfare volunteers for his chance. For 13 long years he knew only the everyday life of the shelter – and yet he never lost his friendliness and calm. ♥ Now "Patty" was able to experience for the first time what a real home feels like. Patty is enjoying his new life • Living in a house • Regular walks • Closeness, attention and security And he is doing it wonderfully. "Patty" is very friendly, balanced and well-behaved. Living together with the resident cat is also completely problem-free – further proof of his gentle character. 🍀 The first, so important step has been taken. Now only one thing is missing: his forever home. We sincerely hope that this special senior will finally find his people – people who show him that waiting can indeed be worthwhile. ♥ Who will give Patty his happy ending? After 13 long years, "Patty" finally deserves people with whom he can settle in – with love, security, walks and lots of time together. ♥ Sometimes the long wait is worth it after all. Now Patty only needs his very own home.

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Eigenschaften: freundlich und sehr verspielt, hat sehr viel Energie Gewicht: ca. 20 kg Aufenthaltsort: Animais Como Nós (Portugal) „Patty“ – nach 13 langen Jahren endlich ein neues Leben Der liebe „Patty“, geboren 2013, hat endlich einen großen Schritt in ein neues Leben gemacht. Ende Januar 2026 durfte er – nach einem ausgiebigen Wohlfühlprogramm – aus der Auffangstation unseres Partnervereins „Animais Como Nós“ in Porto (Portugal) auf eine Pflegestelle in Portugal umziehen. Seit seinem Welpenalter im Jahr 2013 wartete „Patty“ geduldig in der Obhut unserer Tierschützerinnen auf seine Chance. 13 lange Jahre kannte er nur den Alltag der Auffangstation – und verlor dabei doch nie seine Freundlichkeit und Ruhe. ♥ Nun durfte „Patty“ zum ersten Mal erleben, wie sich ein echtes Zuhause anfühlt. Patty genießt sein neues Leben • Leben im Haus • Regelmäßige Spaziergänge • Nähe, Aufmerksamkeit und Geborgenheit Und er macht es einfach wunderbar. „Patty“ zeigt sich sehr freundlich, ausgeglichen und benimmt sich vorbildlich. Auch das Zusammenleben mit der vorhandenen Katze verläuft völlig problemlos – ein weiterer Beweis für seinen sanften Charakter. 🍀 Der erste, so wichtige Schritt ist getan. Jetzt fehlt nur noch eines: sein endgültiges Zuhause. Wir hoffen von Herzen, dass dieser besondere Senior nun endlich seine Menschen findet – Menschen, die ihm zeigen, dass Warten sich doch lohnen kann. ♥ Wer schenkt Patty sein Happy End? Nach 13 langen Jahren verdient „Patty“ endlich Menschen, bei denen er ankommen darf – mit Liebe, Geborgenheit, Spaziergängen und ganz viel gemeinsamer Zeit. ♥ Manchmal lohnt sich langes Warten doch. Jetzt fehlt Patty nur noch sein ganz eigenes Zuhause.

Size
Medium
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇩🇪Altfraunhofen
Shelter
Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V.
Cared for by Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. · AltfraunhofenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Patty home

What you'll need for Patty in week one.

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    €35–45
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    Car Seatbelt Tether

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    Adaptil Calming Spray

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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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About Patty

What life with Patty looks like

Patty is a medium-sized senior mixed breed dog waiting at Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. in Altfraunhofen.

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. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Altfraunhofen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Patty, answered.

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