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Rupert in Portugal

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Male / neutered Age: born 01.05.2021 Location: Shelter / Portugal Compatibility: Females and males Rupert was found abandoned on the street. Rupert is a beautiful English Setter dog and embodies the typical character of this breed. He is gentle, affectionate and full of energy. As he is also quite sensitive, new situations easily get him excited; but with love, patience and trust-building, wonderful progress can be achieved. In dealing with other dogs, he shows himself to be social: he seeks contact for playing and would like to romp around with them. On a leash, he still behaves somewhat clumsy and definitely needs some practice. We wish for Rupert a quiet home so that he can get used to new things at his own pace. He is a beautiful dog who will develop into a loyal companion once he has really arrived. It should be noted that every animal shelter dog, especially with regard to its past, brings its own story. Therefore, we can never predict how the dog actually develops and reacts to living together in Germany with you / you. Rupert can travel to a foster or final home.

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Geschlecht: männlich/kastriert Alter: geb. 01.05.2021 Standort: Shelter/Portugal Verträglichkeit: Weibchen und Rüden Rupert wurde verlassen auf der Straße aufgefunden. Rupert ist ein wunderschöner Hund vom Typ English Setter und verkörpert den typischen Charakter dieser Rasse. Er ist sanftmütig, verschmust und voller Energie. Da er zudem recht sensibel ist, versetzen ihn neue Situationen leicht in Aufregung; doch mit Liebe, Geduld und Vertrauensaufbau lassen sich wunderbare Fortschritte erzielen. Im Umgang mit anderen Hunden zeigt er sich sozial: Er sucht den Kontakt zum Spielen und möchte gerne mit ihnen herumtoben. An der Leine verhält er sich noch etwas tollpatschig und braucht definitiv noch etwas Übung. Wir wünschen uns für Rupert ein ruhiges Zuhause, damit er sich in seinem eigenen Tempo an neue Dinge gewöhnen kann. Er ist ein wunderschöner Hund, der sich – sobald er erst einmal richtig angekommen ist – zu einem treuen Begleiter entwickeln wird. Anzumerken ist, dass jeder Tierschutzhund, gerade auch im Hinblick auf seine Vergangenheit, seine eigene Geschichte mitbringt. Wir können deshalb nie vorhersagen, wie der Hund sich tatsächlich entwickelt und auf das Zusammenleben in Deutschland mit dir/euch reagieren wird. Rupert kann auf eine Pflege- oder Endstelle reisen.

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇩🇪Talkau
Shelter
Pro Dog International e.V.
Living with Rupert in Portugal
  • Neutered
Cared for by Pro Dog International e.V. · TalkauLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Rupert in Portugal home

What you'll need for Rupert in Portugal 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 Rupert in Portugal

What life with Rupert in Portugal looks like

Rupert in Portugal is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Pro Dog International e.V. in Talkau.

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 Germany

German rescues typically require an in-person home visit (Vorkontrolle) or detailed video home check before approving adoption. Animals leave the shelter sterilized, microchipped, and with a valid EU pet passport. Adoption fees usually fall between €250 and €450, covering veterinary preparation.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Rupert in Portugal, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Rupert in Portugal?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Pro Dog International e.V. handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Rupert in Portugal on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Rupert in Portugal if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Pro Dog International 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Rupert in Portugal 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 Rupert in Portugal 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 Pro Dog International e.V. early rather than rehoming privately; they know Rupert in Portugal 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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