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Male · Puppy · 3 months

We present a medium-sized puppy named Wilson. He is a pet surrender. Adopted at 3 months old from Sicily, he has always lived in a house. Unfortunately, there have been management errors and he has not attended school. The owner decided to give him up a few months ago and we are helping him find a new home. We know WILSON quite well, he is very affectionate but does not want to be handled too much, he also likes his space and can stay alone at home without causing damage. On walks he pulls a bit but this is because he has not learned the behavior well and this is definitely something that can be improved. He is compatible with female dogs, with males he gets along but not always, therefore we are looking for this ideal situation: as an only child, not as a first experience and in a green area where he can take nice and long walks. It would be fabulous to have a house with a garden since he is young and loves to play with the ball. For Wilson, a calm and peaceful family environment is needed, without cats and where he can be well cared for. Vaccinated and microchipped, already registered in Switzerland. Available for adoption immediately, Wilson is healthy and neutered. He knows how to guard (he has a good bark when he wants). For information, please write or call, even on WhatsApp.

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Vi presentiamo un cagnolino di taglia media che si chiama Wilson. Lui è una cessione di proprietà. Adottato a 3 mesi di età dalla Sicilia, ha poi sempre vissuto in casa. Purtroppo ci sono stati degli errori di gestione e non ha seguito una scuola. Il proprietario qualche mese fa ha deciso di cederlo e stiamo aiutando a trovargli una nuova casa. WILSON lo conosciamo piuttosto bene, è molto coccolone ma non vuole essere strapazzato, ama anche i suoi spazi e sa restare anche da solo a casa, senza fare danni. In passeggiata tira un pò ma questo perché non ha imparato bene la condotta ed è una cosa che si può sicuramente migliorare. È compatibile con cani femmina, coi maschi si intende ma non sempre, pertanto cerchiamo questa situazione ideale: Come figlio unico, non come prima esperienza ed in una zona verde dove possa fare belle e lunghe passeggiate. Favoloso sarebbe una casa con giardino poiché è giovane ed adora giocare con la pallina. Per Wilson ci vuole una situazione familiare tranquilla e serena, senza gatti e dove possa essere ben seguito. Vaccinato e microchippato, già registrato in Svizzera. Adottabile da subito, Wilson è sano e castrato. Sa fare la guardia (ha un bell’abbaio se vuole). Per informazioni per favore scrivete o telefonate, anche su whatsapp.

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy · 3 months
Location
🇨🇭Lugano (TI)
Shelter
Via di Fuga – Associazione Adozione Cani
Living with WILSON
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
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Cared for by Via di Fuga – Associazione Adozione Cani · Lugano (TI)

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing WILSON home

What you'll need for WILSON 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
  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 WILSON

What life with WILSON looks like

WILSON is a medium-sized puppy/kitten dog waiting at Via di Fuga – Associazione Adozione Cani in Lugano (TI).

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇨🇭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.

Lugano (TI), Switzerland browse more dogs in Switzerland.

Frequently asked

Adopting WILSON, answered.

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