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Stitch

Galgo Español · Male · Young · 3 years

Stitch is a tall and elegant Podenco–Galgo mix with a soft white and grey coat, sprinkled with a few charming black spots. Sensitive by nature, he is initially fearful with strangers, but once trust is earned, he becomes an affectionate and deeply loyal companion. Stitch is showing his gentle side in the right environment and one of the easiest dogs we have. If you're looking for a tender soul to grow with, Stitch could be the one to win your heart.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇪🇸Xabia

Shelter

APASA Xabia

Living with Stitch

✓Neutered
✓Microchipped

Cared for by APASA Xabia · Xabia Learn about Galgo Español →

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Listed 6 months ago

Bringing Stitch home

What you'll need for Stitch in week one.

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About Stitch

What life with Stitch looks like

Stitch is a large young adult galgo español dog waiting at APASA Xabia in Xabia.

A young 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.

🇪🇸Adopting from Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

Xabia, Spain — browse more dogs in Spain.

Frequently asked

Adopting Stitch, answered.

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