How do I contact the shelter about Ruben?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Associazione ALFA handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ruben on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Ruben if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Associazione ALFA 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 Ruben 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 Ruben 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 Associazione ALFA early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ruben 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 (IT). 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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Ruben

Unknown · Adult · 7 years

A Heartfelt Appeal: Give Ruben the Family He Deserves! Ruben, a medium-sized Molosser mix born in June 2019, was abandoned at just a few months old—small and helpless, left to his own fate. This is the story of Ruben, who, from the very earliest days, has known nothing but the bars of a kennel—but despite everything, he’s retained a big heart and an unwavering trust in human beings. Ruben isn’t a shy or fearful dog; on the contrary, he’s incredibly sociable and confident around people. He loves physical contact, cuddles, and quickly forms strong bonds with anyone who gives him even a little bit of attention. His curious nature drives him to explore the world with enthusiasm, always eager to discover new things and share moments of play and affection. We’re looking for a family who’s ready to welcome him and finally let him experience the warmth of a real home—people willing to devote time and care to him. He’s currently staying at a private, affiliated shelter in the province of Rome, but we’re also open to placing him in the north, after completing the necessary pre-adoption checks. He’s neutered, vaccinated, tested for leishmaniasis, and of course, microchipped. 328 003 45 08 You can also send a text message or leave a voicemail, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Un Appello dal Cuore: dona a Ruben la Famiglia che Merita! Ruben, derivato molosso, taglia media, nato giugno 2019 che fu abbandonato a pochi mesi di vita, piccolo e indifeso, al suo destino. Questa è la storia di Ruben che, fin da piccolissimo, conosce solo le sbarre di un canile, ma che nonostante tutto ha mantenuto un cuore grande e una fiducia incrollabile negli esseri umani. Ruben non è un cane timido o spaventato. Anzi, è incredibilmente socievole e fiducioso con le persone. Ama il contatto fisico, le coccole e si lega facilmente a chiunque gli dedichi un po’ di attenzione. La sua natura curiosa lo spinge a esplorare il mondo con entusiasmo, sempre pronto a scoprire cose nuove e a condividere momenti di gioco e affetto. Stiamo cercando per lui una famiglia che abbia voglia di accoglierlo e di fargli sentire finalmente il calore di una vera casa, persone disposte a dedicargli tempo e attenzioni. Si trova in un canile privato convenzionato in provincia di Roma ma lo affidiamo anche al nord, dopo le dovute verifiche preaffido, sterilizzato, vaccinato, testato leishmania e ovviamente con microchip. 328 003 45 08 Potete anche inviare un sms o lasciare un messaggio in segreteria e verrete ricontattati al più presto.

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 7 years

Location

🇮🇹Roma

Shelter

Associazione ALFA

Living with Ruben

✓Vaccinated
✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

Cared for by Associazione ALFA · Roma

More dogs in Roma →More dogs in Italy →

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Ruben home

What you'll need for Ruben in week one.

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About Ruben

What life with Ruben looks like

Ruben is a medium-sized adult dog waiting at Associazione ALFA in Roma.

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 Italy

Italian canili require adopters to sign a stewardship contract (affido) and may retain the right to verify the animal's wellbeing post-adoption. Animals are chipped and sterilized before leaving (Legge 281/91). Public canili rifugio typically waive adoption fees.

Roma, Italy — browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Ruben, answered.

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