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Tato

Podenco · Male · Young · 2 years

Tato was found alone in a wooded area near Seville and subsequently taken into the care of our partner organization. Tato is somewhat insecure. Tato is a sweetly charming Podenco mix with great potential. He seeks close human companionship and shows insecurity when interacting with other dogs. On walks, he walks loosely on the leash, though this behavior is still closely linked to his insecurity.Character and Temperament—Basic temperament: cautious, playful—Trust toward humans: open—Friendliness and willingness to approach: Tato is initially skeptical but then actively seeks closeness—Social behavior toward dogs: insecure—Social behavior toward cats: not testedBehavior and Daily Competence—Insecurities: other dogs, loud noises, sudden movements—Adaptability to new situations: Good; he just needs a little time—Exploratory behavior: He’s still rather cautious but already curiousMovement and Activity Level—Need for exercise: High; he loves to be involved—Leash manners: passable—Willingness to learn: moderate—Hunting drive: presentWe’re looking for active people for Tato who will take him to dog training classes and give him the time he needs to adjust at his own pace. At the moment, we don’t necessarily see a second dog as ideal for Tato. Tato is microchipped, vaccinated, neutered, and tested for Mediterranean diseases.Lonely to meet Tato? H E R E you’ll find our adoption application. / Appointments by prior arrangement only

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Tato wurde allein in einem Waldgebiet in der Nähe von Sevilla gefunden und anschliessend in die Obhut unserer Partnerorganisation gebracht. Tato, der etwas Unsichere. Tato ist ein zuckersüsser Podenco-Mix mit viel Potenzial. Er sucht die Nähe zum Menschen sehr und zeigt sich unsicher im Umgang mit anderen Hunden. Beim Spazierengehen läuft er locker an der Leine, was aber auch noch sehr mit seiner Unsicherheit verbunden ist. Charakter und Wesen– Grundtemperament: vorsichtig, verspielt– Vertrauen zu Menschen: offen– Kontaktfreude, Annäherung: Tato ist anfangs skeptisch, sucht dann aber aktiv die Nähe– Sozialverhalten gegenüber Hunden: unsicher– Sozialverhalten gegenüber Katzen: nicht getestet Verhalten und Alltagskompetenz– Unsicherheiten: andere Hunde, laute Geräusche, schnelle Bewegungen– Anpassungsfähigkeit an neue Situationen: Gut, er braucht nur ein bisschen Zeit– Erkundungsverhalten: Er ist eher noch vorsichtig, aber auch schon neugierig Bewegungs- und Aktivitätslevel– Bewegungsdrang: Hoch, er möchte gerne mit dabei sein– Leinenführigkeit: passabel– Lernbereitschaft: mässig– Jagdmotivation: vorhanden Wir wünschen uns für Tato aktive Menschen, die mit ihm die Hundeschule besuchen und ihm Zeit geben, in seinem Tempo ankommen zu dürfen. Tato ist gechipt, geimpft, kastriert und auf Mittelmeerkrankheiten getestet. Lust, Tato kennenzulernen? H I E R geht es zu unserer Adoptionsanfrage. / Termine nur auf Voranmeldung

Size
Small
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇨🇭Waltenschwil
Shelter
New Graceland - Auffangstation Schweiz
Living with Tato
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by New Graceland - Auffangstation Schweiz · WaltenschwilLearn about Podenco

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Tato home

What you'll need for Tato 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
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    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
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    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 Tato

What life with Tato looks like

Tato is a small young adult podenco dog waiting at New Graceland - Auffangstation Schweiz in Waltenschwil.

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 Switzerland

Swiss shelters require a home visit (Platzkontrolle) and proof of suitable accommodation. Cantons each have their own additional dog-keeping requirements (e.g. SKN training in some areas). Animals leave sterilized and chipped.

Waltenschwil, Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting Tato, answered.

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