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Violeta

Labrador Retriever · Female · Adult · 8 years

Personality & BehaviorVioleta’s journey has not been easy, but her sweet and loving nature has remained unshaken. Rescued alongside Black Jack from a terrible owner, she has already experienced both hardship and kindness. She spent some time in a foster home, but after Black Jack was attacked by another male dog, they both found refuge at the shelter in February 2024.Despite everything, Violeta is a gentle, affectionate, and resilient girl. Violeta is ready to leave her past behind and step into a future filled with love, security, and happiness. Adoption RequirementsHome type : A secure garden would be a bonus, where she can enjoy peace and fresh air.Experience : A calm and loving environment where she can feel safe and cherished.A family or individual who will give her the patience and love she deserves.Other pets/kids : She may do well with friendly, non-aggressive dogs, but proper introductions will be important.learn more about adoption Tiny ShelterAlbufeira, SponsorIn-Kind DonationsTeaming Group How to helpDonateFosterVolunteer GeneralAbout UsContactNews © 2026 Tiny Shelter | credits

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇵🇹Albufeira
Shelter
Tiny Shelter Portugal
Living with Violeta
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Spayed
  • ✓Microchipped
  • ✓Good with kids
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Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Violeta home

What you'll need for Violeta 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 Violeta

What life with Violeta looks like

Violeta is a large adult labrador retriever dog waiting at Tiny Shelter Portugal in Albufeira.

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.

🇵🇹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.

Albufeira, Portugal — browse more dogs in Portugal.

Frequently asked

Adopting Violeta, answered.

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