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Adopt Pol

Podenco · Male

Pol’s story began on the streets of a small town, where he spent months darting between hiding places, too frightened to let anyone near. The only thing that ever drew him out was the sight of other dogs. He would quietly follow them, longing for their company, even when he couldn’t yet trust people. He was eventually rescued with a humane trap, and those first days in the shelter were overwhelming for him. Everything was new, everything was scary. But Pol is a remarkable little dog. With time, patience, and the steady presence of other dogs, he began to blossom. Today, Pol is a happy, playful, active boy who adores the company of other dogs. He plays beautifully, is sociable and copies the behaviour of other dogs to understand the world around him. Thanks to them, he has learned the shelter routine and become a wonderfully obedient, eager‑to‑please companion. With humans, Pol is still learning. He now approaches for treats and gentle strokes, but sudden movements—especially a raised hand—can still worry him. His progress has been huge, but he will need a family who understands that trust takes time, and that patience and kindness will be the key to helping him continue to grow. Pol needs a quiet, calm home in a town/village/more rural area, A home with a secure garden would help him to take it slowly in the early days and weeks as he adapts to home life after such a long time in the shelter. Pol needs to live with at least one confident friendly dog who can guide him. Pol is neutered, vaccinated and tested negative for all Mediterranean diseases. He is passported and available for adoption now. If you would prefer to make a one off donation, please click below

Size
Extra large
Age
Location
🇪🇸Albacete
Shelter
Hope for Podencos
Living with Pol
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
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Cared for by Hope for Podencos · AlbaceteLearn about Podenco

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Pol home

What you'll need for Pol 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 Pol

What life with Pol looks like

Pol is a extra-large adult podenco dog waiting at Hope for Podencos in Albacete.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇪🇸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 Pol, answered.

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