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Ralph

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

FACTSHEET: ALL ABOUT Ralph Pictures (click to enlarge previews) Would you like Ralph to take you for a walk? Ralph is longing for a home of his own, walks and petting, and just to have company. He is very friendly, but he gets very lonely in the shelter so will really cling to us when we visit. He loves going for a walk and walks really nicely on leash. We expect he will calm down a lot in a good home with regular enrichment and exercise. Ralph was found abandoned as a puppy, along with another of our dogs, Bobbie. They were fostered temporarily but unfortunately did not find homes, so had to move to the shelter. He has now been at the shelter for almost 2 years. Which is far too long. Species:dog Date of Birth:2022-01-20 Can travel after:6 weeks Gender:male Neutered:yes Health Issues:No Medication:No Weight:30 kg Height:56 cm Behaviour around dogs:Ralph is fine with our other dogs who are calm and polite towards him. Sometimes he reacts when another dog is growling or barking at him through the fence, however this is no indication that he would have a problem in a normal and calm environment. He previously shared a space with another young male dog. Behaviour around cats:Not tested, probably risky Behaviour around kids:Ralph is quite energetic sometimes. He just loves people, he might be too much for small children with his size and energy, however he will probably be much more relaxed in a home. Children who can stay calm around dogs would be good companions for him. Could be the only animal:Yes Tags: available for adoption

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇬🇷Greece
Shelter
Laiza Strays
Living with Ralph
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Laiza Strays · GreeceLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Ralph home

What you'll need for Ralph 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 Ralph

What life with Ralph looks like

Ralph is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Laiza Strays in Greece.

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 Greece

Greek shelters often partner with Northern European rescue groups for placements. Animals are sterilized, vaccinated, and chipped before adoption. Fees vary widely depending on whether the shelter is municipal or NGO-run.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Ralph, answered.

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