How do I contact the shelter about STELLA?

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

Can I adopt STELLA if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — ENPA 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 STELLA 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 STELLA 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 ENPA early rather than rehoming privately; they know STELLA 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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Adopt STELLA

Mixed Breed · Female · 8 years

STELLA arrived at the animal shelter ENPA of Modena when she was still a foal, after being abandoned by the family with whom she had lived her first years. Scared and distrustful, it was initially difficult to approach her: she would bite and kick, a sign of a past without positive interactions with people. Over time, the volunteers learned to respect her space, accompanying her with patience and dedication. In addition to emotional difficulties, STELLA has always had problems with her legs and knees, addressed with love and care. A few years ago, she was diagnosed with laminitis, a hoof disease, and had to undergo intensive treatment. It was precisely at this delicate moment that her special friendship with Valeria, the volunteer who never gave up, was born. Thanks to this bond, STELLA began to accept the treatments and, day by day, discovered the beauty of trust. Today, STELLA and Valeria are inseparable: they play, take "selfies" and share moments of pure companionship. With those sweet little eyes that seem to have come out of a fairy tale, STELLA continues to surprise us with her progress.

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Stella è arrivata al rifugio ENPA di Modena quando era ancora una puledrina, dopo essere stata abbandonata dalla famiglia con cui aveva vissuto i suoi primi anni. Impaurita e diffidente, all’inizio era difficile avvicinarla: reagiva mordendo e scalciando, segno di un passato senza interazioni positive con le persone. Con il tempo, i volontari hanno imparato a rispettare i suoi spazi, accompagnandola con pazienza e dedizione. Oltre alle difficoltà emotive, Stella ha sempre avuto problemi alle zampe e alle ginocchia, affrontati con amore e attenzione. Quando qualche anno fa le è stata diagnosticata la laminite, una malattia degli zoccoli, ha dovuto affrontare cure intensive. E proprio in questo momento delicato è nata la sua speciale amicizia con Valeria, la volontaria che non si è mai arresa. Grazie a questo legame, Stella ha iniziato ad accettare le cure e, giorno dopo giorno, ha scoperto la bellezza della fiducia. Oggi Stella e Valeria sono inseparabili: giocano, si scattano “selfie” e condividono momenti di pura complicità. Con quegli occhietti dolci che sembrano usciti da una fiaba, Stella continua a sorprenderci con i suoi progressi.

Size

Large

Age

8 years

Location

🇮🇹Rome

Shelter

ENPA

Living with STELLA

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About STELLA

What life with STELLA looks like

STELLA is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at ENPA in Rome.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

Note from the shelter: Has laminitis (hoof disease) and ongoing leg/knee problems requiring specialized veterinary care and management

🇮🇹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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting STELLA, answered.

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