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Rudy

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Rudy is a male dog just 2 years old. Initially shy and distrustful, but once he gets to know you and forms a bond, he seeks physical contact and a figure of reference. Very sociable with other dogs, he shares his kennel with both males and females, so compatibility can be assessed. He enjoys quiet walks in nature, in the presence of few stimuli. He has no problem with handling and allows himself to be put on a harness and leash. We are looking for someone who can respect his times and ways, who will take him on long walks in the countryside and all the experiences he has been missing.

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Rudy è un maschietto di appena 2 anni. Inizialmente schivo e diffidente, ma quando ti conosce e crea un legame cerca molto il contatto fisico e una figura di riferimento. Molto socievole con altri cani, divide il box sia con maschi che con femmine, si può quindi valutare un'eventuale compatibilità. Gli piace fare passeggiate tranquille nella natura, in presenza di pochi stioli. Non ha problemi con la manipolazione e si lascia mettere pettorina e guinzaglio. Cerchiamo per lui una persona capace di rispettare i suoi tempi e i suoi modi, che lo porti a fare lunghe passeggiate nel verde e tutte le esperienze che gli sono mancate.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇮🇹Brescia
Shelter
Canile Rifugio di Brescia
Living with Rudy
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Canile Rifugio di Brescia · BresciaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Rudy home

What you'll need for Rudy 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 Rudy

What life with Rudy looks like

Rudy is a medium-sized young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Canile Rifugio di Brescia in Brescia.

An young 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.

Brescia, Italy browse more dogs in Italy.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rudy, answered.

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