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Sam

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Sam is an absolutely perfect dog! We can't find any faults in him, except perhaps one small detail: he isn't one of those dogs who win you over right at the first visit. That is precisely why he has spent so many years at the shelter, waiting for someone to look a little further. Because once you truly get to know Sam, it's impossible not to fall in love with him. He gets along with every dog and every person, he is extremely affectionate, and he is a true expert at hugs — he really is the king of hugs! ❤️ He is a very well-behaved and obedient dog. He walks beautifully on the leash, without pulling, and at home he is calm and doesn't destroy anything. He is one of those easygoing, balanced and simply wonderful companions to have by your side. So if you are looking for the perfect family companion — calm, polite and full of love to give — look no further: Sam could very well be the ideal dog for you. He just needs you to give him a chance and some time to get to know you. The rest, he'll take care of winning your heart.

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O Sam é um cão simplesmente perfeito! Não lhe encontramos defeitos, a não ser talvez um pequeno detalhe: não é daqueles cães que nos conquistam logo na primeira visita. E foi precisamente isso que lhe valeu passar tantos anos no abrigo, à espera que alguém olhasse um pouco mais além. Porque, quando se conhece verdadeiramente o Sam, é impossível não nos apaixonarmos por ele. Dá-se bem com todos os cães e com todas as pessoas, é extremamente carinhoso e um verdadeiro especialista em abraços — é mesmo o rei dos abraços a sério! ❤️ É um cão muito bem-comportado e obediente. Passeia lindamente à trela, sem puxar, e em casa é tranquilo e não destrói nada. É daqueles companheiros fáceis, equilibrados e simplesmente maravilhosos de ter ao lado. Por isso, se procura um companheiro de família perfeito, tranquilo, educado e cheio de amor para dar, não procure mais: o Sam pode muito bem ser o cão ideal para si. Só precisa que lhe dê uma oportunidade e algum tempo para o conhecer. O resto, ele trata de conquistar o seu coração.

Size

Medium

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇵🇹-059 Almada

Shelter

Canil da Aroeira

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Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Sam home

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About Sam

What life with Sam looks like

Sam is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Canil da Aroeira in -059 Almada.

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 Portugal

Portuguese rescues coordinate extensively with European rescue networks for cross-border placements, especially for galgos and podencos. Sterilization, vaccinations, and microchip ID are standard. Adoption fees typically cover the full vet workup.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Sam, answered.

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