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Roquito

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 11 years

Characteristics: very sweet, submissive and sociable Suitable for: people/families with children, also happy to be a second dog Weight: approx. 24 kg Location: Animais Como Nós (Portugal) ♥ "Roquito" is no longer available for adoption. "Roquito" – a sweet dog with a big heart Hello, I am the lovely "Roquito," born in 2015. My family in Portugal simply left me behind on my own. Attentive neighbors noticed this and called Tania, a kind animal rescuer from Porto, who took me in right away and brought me to the veterinarian. There I was thoroughly examined, vaccinated and neutered. Afterwards I was allowed to recover in paid accommodation. At the beginning of July 2023 I came to the rescue shelter near Vila do Conde in Portugal. There I spend my time together with the other dogs. I have no problems with them – I really enjoy their company. The best part for me is when the rescue volunteers come every day and give us a little of their time – with brushing and a few strokes. I enjoy this very much. The time of hoping that my family would come back, and the fear of what would happen if no one came anymore, are over. My love for people has not been diminished by it. I have left the antics of a young pup behind me and am more of the gentle, calm and sociable type. 🐾 I long for a family of my own or people who would like to give me a real home. I dream of outings, games and walks, of all the things I still want to learn – preferably with the help of treats – and of course of the strokes that I enjoy so much. And a canine buddy already living with you would be no problem for me either. In November 2024 I was able to move into a foster home in Portugal, which made me very happy. During a routine check-up, I was then diagnosed with Cushing's syndrome and pheochromocytoma. ♥ A sponsorship for Roquito My medication and care cost money. With a sponsorship you give me the chance to live a dignified life – despite my illness. Every bit of support means love, hope and a warm blanket to sleep on for me. 🐾 "Thank you for seeing me." On behalf of "Roquito" and our partner association "Animais Como Nós," we say thank you from the bottom of our hearts for every form of support.

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Eigenschaften: sehr lieb, unterwürfig und gesellig Geeignet für: Personen/Familien mit Kindern, gerne auch als Zweithund Gewicht: ca. 24 kg Aufenthaltsort: Animais Como Nós (Portugal) ♥ „Roquito“ wird nicht mehr vermittelt. „Roquito“ – ein lieber Hund mit großem Herzen Hallo, ich bin der liebe „Roquito“ und bin im Jahr 2015 geboren. Ich wurde von meiner Familie in Portugal einfach alleine zurückgelassen. Aufmerksame Nachbarn bemerkten dies und riefen Tania, eine liebe Tierschützerin aus Porto, die mich sofort mitnahm und zum Tierarzt brachte. Dort wurde ich gründlich untersucht, geimpft und kastriert. Anschließend durfte ich mich in einer bezahlten Unterkunft erholen. Anfang Juli 2023 kam ich in das Auffanglager bei Vila do Conde in Portugal. Dort verbringe ich meine Zeit gemeinsam mit den anderen Hunden. Probleme mit ihnen habe ich keine – ich bin sehr gerne in ihrer Gesellschaft. Am schönsten ist es für mich, wenn die Tierschützerinnen täglich kommen und uns ein wenig Zeit schenken – mit Fellpflege und ein paar Streicheleinheiten. Das genieße ich sehr. Die Zeit des Hoffens, dass meine Familie wiederkommt, und die Angst davor, was geschieht, wenn niemand mehr kommt, sind vorbei. Meine Liebe zu den Menschen konnte dadurch nicht getrübt werden. Die Flausen eines Jungspunds habe ich hinter mir und bin eher der sanfte, ruhige und gesellige Typ. 🐾 Große Sehnsucht habe ich nach einer eigenen Familie oder Menschen, die mir ein richtiges Zuhause schenken möchten. Ich träume von Ausflügen, Spielen und Spaziergängen, von all den Dingen, die ich noch lernen möchte – gerne mit Hilfe von Leckerlies – und natürlich von Streicheleinheiten, die ich so sehr genieße. Und auch ein bereits bei dir wohnender Hundekumpel wäre für mich kein Problem. Ich durfte im November 2024 auf eine Pflegestelle in Portugal einziehen, worüber ich mich sehr freute. Bei einer Routine-Untersuchung stellte man dann bei mir das Cushing-Syndrom und die Krankheit Pheochromozytom fest. ♥ Eine Patenschaft für Roquito Meine Medikamente und meine Pflege kosten Geld. Mit einer Patenschaft gibst du mir die Chance auf ein würdevolles Leben – trotz meiner Krankheit. Jede Unterstützung bedeutet für mich Liebe, Hoffnung und eine warme Decke zum Schlafen. 🐾 „Danke, dass du mich siehst.“ Im Namen von „Roquito“ und unserem Partnerverein „Animais Como Nós“ sagen wir von Herzen danke für jede Unterstützung.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 11 years
Location
🇩🇪Altfraunhofen
Shelter
Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V.
Living with Roquito
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. · AltfraunhofenLearn about Mixed Breed →

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Roquito home

What you'll need for Roquito 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 Roquito

What life with Roquito looks like

Roquito is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. in Altfraunhofen.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Dogs and cats typically leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with an EU pet passport.

Altfraunhofen, Germany — browse more dogs in Germany.

Frequently asked

Adopting Roquito, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Roquito?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Roquito on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Roquito if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Roquito 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 Roquito 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 Pfotenhilfe Portugal e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Roquito 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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