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Pirata

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 9 years

A 5th anniversary – actually that’s a great reason to celebrate and be happy, isn’t it 🤔? But there are also “anniversaries” that just make you incredibly sad. As well as the “anniversary” that our PIRATA has just finished – and that is certainly no reason to celebrate . Because Pirata had on the 14th of May his “5th anniversary” with us in the animal shelter in Calvià 😢. 5 years of animal shelter – actually unimaginable, right? But unfortunately it is fully true. Pirata – our great Shar Pey mixed breed male, who is now approx. 9 years old; he came 5! years ago from the Perrera Calvià . He has also had to spend a few long months there. And again and again we are looking for explanations for this. What is the reason for this? Sometimes we have the feeling that the dogs that sit in animal shelters or perreras for a long time are simply not really noticed anymore. That people may be afraid that these dogs are too much shaped and can no longer engo in a normal life? But it’s not like that. Of course, animal welfare dogs with a longer history often need special understanding, a lot of time and patience and, if possible, experienced people at their side who do not demand too much of them and simply give them their chance. But especially these dogs want so much their own family – their own safe home – to finally arrive somewhere forever. Our Pirata is such a special guy – a funny guy – an affectionate guy – a cuddly guy – a playful guy. But sometimes he is also a “bit” moousy guy – a stubborn guy and very often just an incredibly sad guy. You can’t even count how many other dogs he has seen to come and go here. How many freezing winter nights, red-hot summer days and especially how many lonely hours, days, weeks, months 😞. Pirata had never a chance for a real life. Of course, you should consider some things when considering giving him a chance at life. So his family should definitely live in a quiet residential area and also absolutely with a garden and should be experienced with dogs. And since Pirata has been living mostly alone for so many years now, he should perhaps also be allowed to live as a single dog, especially in the early days – in order to gradually learn the contact with other dogs again. There are certainly some dogs, or let’s say especially female dog, which he really loves. Since socialisation has unfortunately fallen by the wayside in the course of these many years, you should just take it slow. Since birth, Pirata has had a visual impairment, especially on his right eye. He still sees a lot, but not as much as other dogs – and so he simply has to have the chance to slowly get used to certain things and perceive them. In the course of all these years, Pirata has become calmer and “more “set”, of course also due to age. He needs a little time with strangers to get to know each other and to build trust – and you should just give it to him. And when he has found the trust, he is just what we already wrote above: a very special and great guy❤️. And this guy is now, after incredible five years, again intensively looking for his suitable person 💪❤️🍀. Please share our search as often as possible – somewhere out there will be exactly the person our Pirata has been waiting for so many years now – and we absolutely have to find it now!!️

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A 5th anniversary – actually that’s a great reason to celebrate and be happy, isn’t it 🤔? But there are also “anniversaries” that just make you incredibly sad. As well as the “anniversary” that our PIRATA has just finished – and that is certainly no reason to celebrate . Because Pirata had on the 14th of May his “5th anniversary” with us in the animal shelter in Calvià 😢. 5 years of animal shelter – actually unimaginable, right? But unfortunately it is fully true. Pirata – our great Shar Pey mixed breed male, who is now approx. 9 years old; he came 5! years ago from the Perrera Calvià . He has also had to spend a few long months there. And again and again we are looking for explanations for this. What is the reason for this? Sometimes we have the feeling that the dogs that sit in animal shelters or perreras for a long time are simply not really noticed anymore. That people may be afraid that these dogs are too much shaped and can no longer engo in a normal life? But it’s not like that. Of course, animal welfare dogs with a longer history often need special understanding, a lot of time and patience and, if possible, experienced people at their side who do not demand too much of them and simply give them their chance. But especially these dogs want so much their own family – their own safe home – to finally arrive somewhere forever. Our Pirata is such a special guy – a funny guy – an affectionate guy – a cuddly guy – a playful guy. But sometimes he is also a “bit” moousy guy – a stubborn guy and very often just an incredibly sad guy. You can’t even count how many other dogs he has seen to come and go here. How many freezing winter nights, red-hot summer days and especially how many lonely hours, days, weeks, months 😞. Pirata had never a chance for a real life. Of course, you should consider some things when considering giving him a chance at life. So his family should definitely live in a quiet residential area and also absolutely with a garden and should be experienced with dogs. And since Pirata has been living mostly alone for so many years now, he should perhaps also be allowed to live as a single dog, especially in the early days – in order to gradually learn the contact with other dogs again. There are certainly some dogs, or let’s say especially bitches, which he really loves. Since socialisation has unfortunately fallen by the wayside in the course of these many years, you should just take it slow. Since birth, Pirata has had a visual impairment, especially on his right eye. He still sees a lot, but not as much as other dogs – and so he simply has to have the chance to slowly get used to certain things and perceive them. In the course of all these years, Pirata has become calmer and “more “set”, of course also due to age. He needs a little time with strangers to get to know each other and to build trust – and you should just give it to him. And when he has found the trust, he is just what we already wrote above: a very special and great guy❤️. And this guy is now, after incredible five years, again intensively looking for his suitable person 💪❤️🍀. Please share our search as often as possible – somewhere out there will be exactly the person our Pirata has been waiting for so many years now – and we absolutely have to find it now!!️

Size
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
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Shelter
SOS Animal Mallorca
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Bringing Pirata home

What you'll need for Pirata 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
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    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 Pirata

What life with Pirata looks like

Pirata is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at SOS Animal Mallorca.

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 (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pirata, answered.

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