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Rio

Male · Adult · 5 years

Some dogs seem to just barely find their forever homes—only to lose them again soon after. That’s exactly what happened to poor Rio. Rio and his little sister Tasha ended up in a Spanish shelter as tiny puppies. When they grew bigger than expected, the shelter could no longer keep them. The shelter took Rio back, but his sister was sent to another shelter. Not long after, the shelter where Rio had been staying was shut down by the court, and all the dogs had to be rehomed within 48 hours. That’s how Rio ended up at his sister’s former shelter—but by then, she’d fortunately already found her own home. Since there was little guidance and limited outdoor access at that shelter, Rio needed time to adjust to all the new stimuli and to get used to the constant changes in both dogs and people. The shelter simply couldn’t provide him with the support he needed, which is why he came to us. When Rio first arrived, we saw a dog who needed time to settle in. With plenty of calm, structure, and guidance, he gradually became more relaxed and comfortable. He loves going for walks, seeks out human contact, and shows that above all, he craves security and clarity. And then it seemed like he’d finally found that place. Unfortunately, the situation ultimately turned out not to be stable enough for him. Despite all the dedication and love shown, it proved difficult to consistently give him the guidance he so desperately needed. Slowly but surely, we noticed his behavior starting to regress again, and we decided it was best to bring him back to us. Not long ago, Rio once again seemed to have found his place. But soon after, personal circumstances changed, and health issues arose, making it impossible to provide Rio with the stability and continuity he needs. With a heavy heart, we’ve therefore decided once again that he should come back to us. For Rio, this has meant saying goodbye multiple times, and he’s now experienced firsthand that a fresh start isn’t always permanent—and that leaves its mark. That’s why we’re now looking only for people who will stand firmly by Rio’s side through thick and thin. He deserves that, just like everyone else. Here with us, we still see a social, cheerful, goofy dog who loves having fun—but he also needs some time to truly feel safe. With patience, guidance, and trust, he’ll show you his sweet, loving nature. With clear leadership, Rio walks nicely on the leash, both alone and in a group. He loves going on adventures and exploring new places. We’re looking for a stable, loving home for Rio where he can stay permanently. People who are confident, can offer him clear guidance, and understand that building trust takes time. Above all, someone who lets him know that this time, he really doesn’t have to leave again 🧡 Important characteristics of Rio: Energy level: Average Intelligence: Average Self-confidence: Low Self-awareness: Average Perseverance: Average When adopting, it’s important that you yourself score higher or equal to the dog you’re considering adopting on these traits, ensuring that a good match can be made. Breed: Mixed breed Gender: Male – neutered Date of birth: January 24, 2021 Commands: Sit, down, stay, come here, crate, kennel, calm, loose, no House-trained: Yes Health check: Vaccinated, microchipped, dewormed Can travel by car: Yes Can’t adopt Rio but would still like to support him? Click here and become a sponsor today!

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Sommige honden lijken steeds nét hun thuis gevonden te hebben, om het vervolgens weer kwijt te raken. Dat overkwam arme Rio. Rio en zijn zusje Tasha kwamen als jonge pups terecht in een Spaans asiel. Toen ze groter bleken te worden dan verwacht, konden ze niet blijven. Het asiel nam alleen Rio terug, zijn zus ging naar een ander asiel. Niet lang daarna werd het asiel waar Rio verbleef door de rechter gesloten en moesten binnen 48 uur alle honden worden herplaatst. Zo kwam Rio in het asiel van zijn zus terecht, maar zij had ondertussen gelukkig haar huisje gevonden. Omdat er weinig begeleiding en uitloop was in dit asiel, had Rio tijd nodig om te wennen aan alle prikkels en wisselingen van honden en mensen. Het asiel kon hem de sturing niet bieden die hij nodig heeft en daarom is hij naar ons gekomen. Toen Rio bij ons kwam, zagen we een hond die tijd nodig had om te landen. Met rust, structuur en begeleiding kwam hij steeds beter tot ontspanning. Hij geniet van wandelen, zoekt contact met mensen en laat zien dat hij vooral behoefte heeft aan veiligheid en duidelijkheid. En toen leek die plek er te zijn. Helaas bleek de situatie uiteindelijk niet stabiel genoeg voor hem. Hoewel er inzet en liefde was, bleek het lastig om hem consequent de begeleiding te geven die hij nodig heeft. Langzaam zagen we zijn gedrag weer achteruitgaan en is besloten hem terug naar ons te brengen. Nog niet zo lang geleden leek Rio opnieuw zijn plek gevonden te hebben. Al gauw veranderde persoonlijke omstandigheden en zorgden gezondheidsproblemen ervoor dat het onmogelijk werd om Rio de stabiliteit en continuïteit te bieden die hij nodig heeft. Met pijn in het hart is daarom opnieuw besloten dat hij terug naar ons zou komen. Voor Rio betekende dit meerdere keren afscheid nemen en heeft hij inmiddels ervaren dat een nieuwe start niet altijd blijvend is, en dat laat zijn sporen na. Daarom willen we nu echt alleen mensen voor Rio die er voor hem blijven staan, bij voor- en tegenspoed. Dat verdient hij, net als iedereen. Bij ons zien we nog steeds een sociale, vrolijke, goofy hond die graag lol trapt, maar ook wat tijd nodig heeft om zich echt veilig te voelen. Met rust, begeleiding en vertrouwen laat hij zijn lieve karakter aan je zien. Met duidelijke sturing loopt Rio keurig aan de lijn, zowel alleen als in een groep. Hij gaat graag mee op pad en houdt van avontuur. Voor Rio zoeken we een stabiel en liefdevol thuis waar hij mag blijven. Mensen die stevig in hun schoenen staan, hem duidelijke begeleiding kunnen bieden en begrijpen dat vertrouwen tijd kost. Bovenal iemand die hem laat ervaren dat hij deze keer niet meer weg hoeft 🧡 Belangrijke kenmerken van Rio zijn: ​ Energielevel: GemiddeldIntelligentie: GemiddeldZelfvertrouwen: LaagZelfbewustzijn: GemiddeldVasthoudendheid: Gemiddeld Het is bij een adoptie belangrijk dat je zelf in de kenmerken hoger dan of gelijk aan de hond die je wilt adopteren scoort, om ervoor te zorgen dat er een passende match uit kan voortvloeien. Ras: Kruising Geslacht: Reu - gecastreerd Geboortedatum: 24-01-2021 Bevelen: Zit, af, blijf, kom hier, mand, bench, rustig, los, nee Zindelijk: Ja Keuring: Gevaccineerd, gechipt, ontwormd Kan mee in de auto: Ja Kan je Rio niet adopteren maar wil je hem wel steunen? Klik hier en word nu sponsor!

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇳🇱Netherlands
Shelter
Stichting Animals Faith
Living with Rio
  • House-trained
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
Cared for by Stichting Animals Faith · Netherlands

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Rio home

What you'll need for Rio 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 Rio

What life with Rio looks like

Rio is a adult dog waiting at Stichting Animals Faith in Netherlands.

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 Netherlands

Dutch shelters typically require a household assessment and an adoption contract. Animals are routinely sterilized, microchipped, and registered in the national pet database (NDG) before placement.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Rio, answered.

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