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Pinocho

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 7 years

About 7 years old (born around January 1, 2019) 36cm, 9.5kg male, neutered Leishmaniosetest positive Still in the animal shelter in Spain Pinocho – a sun-kissed heart dog is searching for his Forever Home 🐾 Pinocho is an incredibly loving and people-oriented male dog. He enjoys every bit of attention and loves nothing more than lying on his back and having his belly rubbed thoroughly. His clingy and gentle nature makes him a loyal companion who puts the proximity to his people above all else. However, Pinocho does not get along with other dogs, so he is searching for a home as a single dog where he can enjoy the undivided attention of his family. Health: Pinocho comes with some health issues that require responsible management: he has leishmaniasis. This has already been treated and is well-controlled. He simply needs his daily medication. Additionally, he suffers from spondylosis (arthritis of the spine). For this, he also receives regular medication. Due to his back issues, Pinocho should only make short, comfortable walks. A home without stairs is important, and he should neither jump on the sofa nor the bed, as this would be harmful to his spine. His story: Pinocho was found by two young women in the center of Murcia on January 1, 2026. Initially, it was thought that he had escaped due to New Year's fireworks – but unfortunately, no one has ever missed or searched for him. So, he found his way into our partner animal shelter. His new home: Pinocho is searching for a sensitive and responsible family who is aware of his health situation and gives him the necessary care. What he gives in return is invaluable: endless love, affection, and gratitude – and that in double and triple. Who opens their heart to this special dog and gives him a loving home? 💛🐶 Videos April 26:

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Ca. 7 Jahre (geb. ca. 01.01.2019) 36cm, 9,5kg männlich, kastriert Leishmaniosetest positiv Noch im Tierheim in Spanien Pinocho – ein verschmuster Herzenshund sucht sein Für-immer-Zuhause 🐾 Pinocho ist ein unglaublich liebevoller und menschenbezogener Rüde. Er geniesst jede Aufmerksamkeit und liebt es ganz besonders, sich auf den Rücken zu legen und sich ausgiebig den Bauch kraulen zu lassen. Seine anhängliche und sanfte Art macht ihn zu einem treuen Begleiter, der die Nähe zu seinen Menschen über alles stellt. Mit anderen Hunden versteht sich Pinocho allerdings nicht, weshalb er ein Zuhause als Einzelhund sucht, in dem er die ungeteilte Aufmerksamkeit seiner Familie geniessen darf. Gesundheit: Pinocho bringt einige gesundheitliche Themen mit, mit denen verantwortungsbewusst umgegangen werden muss: Er hat Leishmaniose. Diese wurde bereits behandelt und ist gut eingestellt. Er benötigt einfach täglich seine Medikamente. Zudem leidet er an einer Spondylose (Arthrose der Wirbelsäule). Auch hierfür bekommt er regelmässig Medikamente. Aufgrund seiner Rückenproblematik sollte Pinocho nur kurze, gemütliche Spaziergänge machen. Ein Zuhause ohne Treppen ist wichtig, ebenso sollte er weder auf Sofa noch Bett springen, da dies seiner Wirbelsäule schaden würde. Seine Geschichte: Pinocho wurde am 1. Januar 2026 von zwei jungen Frauen im Zentrum von Murcia gefunden. Zunächst dachte man, er sei durch die Silvester-Feuerwerke entlaufen – doch leider hat ihn nie jemand vermisst oder gesucht. So fand er seinen Weg in unser Partner-Tierheim. Sein neues Zuhause: Pinocho sucht eine einfühlsame und verantwortungsbewusste Familie, die sich seiner gesundheitlichen Situation bewusst ist und ihm die nötige Fürsorge schenkt. Was er dafür zurückgibt, ist unbezahlbar: unendlich viel Liebe, Zuneigung und Dankbarkeit – und zwar doppelt und dreifach. Wer öffnet diesem besonderen Hund sein Herz und schenkt ihm ein liebevolles Zuhause? 💛🐶 Videos April 26:

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇨🇭Home4dogs
Shelter
home4dogs
Living with Pinocho
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Pinocho home

What you'll need for Pinocho in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Pinocho

What life with Pinocho looks like

Pinocho is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at home4dogs in Home4dogs.

An 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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pinocho, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Pinocho?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. home4dogs handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Pinocho on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Pinocho if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — home4dogs 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 Pinocho 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 Pinocho 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 home4dogs early rather than rehoming privately; they know Pinocho 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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