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Mixed Breed · Unknown

Abandoned on a rooftop, Toby is looking for his second chance. For four years, Toby lived on a finca—but not the kind where dogs run free. He was just another dog in the background, never really wanted, never really loved. When new dogs arrived and attacked him, his owners didn’t step in. Instead, they put him on the roof and left him there, alone. Day after day, night after night. Until the neighbours finally convinced them to give him up. That’s when Toby came to us. And just when we thought he was safe, we unfortunately received news that Toby has heartworm. The treatment is long and exhausting, but the good news is we will cover all costs. What Toby really needs now is a loving home to help him through it. Because love matters. And for Toby, a safe, calm place could make all the difference in his recovery. He’s also just been castrated, so we’re hopeful that, as his hormones settle, he’ll feel more at ease. He’s good with most dogs, but too many overwhelm him, and he can’t live with chickens. That means as long as he stays with us, he’ll unfortunately have to live in a cage. But he deserves so much more than this. Toby is looking for his forever home, his second chance. He doesn’t need much—just someone to love him. A quiet home, a cozy bed, a person who won’t see him as a burden, but as a soul who’s been waiting far too long for kindness. Could you be that person? Please get in contact if you're interested in fostering or adopting Toby! His treatment is fully covered—but it’s extremely expensive. If you can’t adopt, you could sponsor Toby or donate toward his care!

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Abandoned on a rooftop, Toby is looking for his second chance For four years, Toby lived on a finca—but not the kind where dogs run free. He was just another dog in the background, never really wanted, never really loved. When new dogs arrived and attacked him, his owners didn’t step in. Instead, they put him on the roof and left him there, alone. Day after day, night after night. Until the neighbours finally convinced them to give him up. That’s when Toby came to us. And just when we thought he was safe, we unfortunately received news that Toby has heartworm. The treatment is long and exhausting, but the good news is we will cover all costs. What Toby really needs now is a loving home to help him through it. Because love matters. And for Toby, a safe, calm place could make all the difference in his recovery. He’s also just been castrated so we’re hopeful that, as his hormones settle, he’ll feel more at ease. He’s good with most dogs, but too many overwhelm him, and he can’t live with chickens. That means as long as he stays with us, he’ll unfortunately have to live in a cage. But he deserves so much more than this. Toby is looking for his forever home, his second chance. He doesn’t need much—just someone to love him. A quiet home, a cosy bed, a person who won’t see him as a burden, but as a soul who’s been waiting far too long for kindness. Could you be that person? Please get in contact if you're interested in fostering or adopting Toby! His treatment is fully covered—but it’s extremely expensive. If you can’t adopt, you could sponsor Toby or donate toward his care!

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇪🇸Santa Cruz de Tenerife
Shelter
Tenerife Animal Sanctuary
Living with Toby
  • Neutered
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Cared for by Tenerife Animal Sanctuary · Santa Cruz de TenerifeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Toby home

What you'll need for Toby 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 Toby

What life with Toby looks like

Toby is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Tenerife Animal Sanctuary in Santa Cruz de Tenerife.

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 Spain

Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Toby, answered.

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