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Yako

Male · Adult · 6 years

I am Yako and I am looking for someone to share the rest of my life with. My story began in a house in Quel where we lived as many as 35 dogs. From there I was rescued along with my companions Amy and Cuca. I left behind that life and now I have a new opportunity ahead: to find a family that loves me, takes care of me and makes me feel that I have finally found my place. If I had to describe myself, I would say that I am a happy, jovial dog with a lot of energy and enthusiasm for life. I have that active, affectionate and energetic character that makes me enjoy every little moment. I love playing, especially with the ball, and if there is someone willing to throw it to me, I already have a friend for a while! I am sociable with other dogs, both males and females, and I enjoy their company a lot. I also know how to walk nicely on a leash, so I am ready to discover new paths, enjoy long walks and accompany you on all those small adventures that make life beautiful. Although my past may not have been the best, I have not lost my desire to play, discover new things and enjoy the people around me. Now I would like to know what it means to have a real home, a family that includes me in their plans and never leaves me behind again. I don't need big things: a little love, games, walks, a ball and someone who chooses me forever. Do you give me the opportunity to be your life partner? I promise to put joy in every one of your days!

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¡Hola! Soy Yako y estoy buscando a alguien con quien compartir el resto de mi vida. Mi historia comenzó en una casa de Quel donde vivíamos nada menos que 35 perros. De allí me rescataron junto a mis compañeros Amy y Cuca. Dejé atrás aquella vida y ahora tengo por delante una nueva oportunidad: encontrar una familia que me quiera, me cuide y me haga sentir que, por fin, he encontrado mi lugar. Si tuviera que describirme, diría que soy un perro alegre, jovial y con muchas ganas de disfrutar de la vida. Tengo ese carácter activo, cariñoso y lleno de energía que me hace disfrutar de cada pequeño momento. Me encanta jugar, especialmente con la pelota, y si hay alguien dispuesto a lanzármela, ¡ya tiene un amigo para rato! Soy sociable con otros perros, tanto machos como hembras, y disfruto mucho de su compañía. También sé pasear estupendamente con la correa, así que estoy preparado para descubrir nuevos caminos, disfrutar de largos paseos y acompañarte en todas esas pequeñas aventuras que hacen bonita la vida. Aunque mi pasado no haya sido el mejor, no he perdido las ganas de jugar, de descubrir cosas nuevas y de disfrutar de las personas que me rodean. Ahora me gustaría conocer lo que significa tener un hogar de verdad, una familia que me incluya en sus planes y que nunca vuelva a dejarme atrás. No necesito grandes cosas: un poquito de cariño, juegos, paseos, una pelota y alguien que me elija para siempre. ¿Me das la oportunidad de ser tu compañero de vida? ¡Prometo ponerle alegría a cada uno de tus días!

Size

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Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇪🇸Spain

Shelter

Animales Rioja

Living with Yako

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Cared for by Animales Rioja · Spain

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About Yako

What life with Yako looks like

Yako is an adult dog waiting at Animales Rioja in Spain.

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. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Yako, answered.

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