Mixed Breed · Female · Puppy · 4 months
Ypsy was rescued from a gypsy camp; she was found a few days after we discovered her 8 puppies abandoned in front of a establishment. At first, she may be a little suspicious of people she doesn’t know, but she becomes very friendly and affectionate once she gets to know you. She is sociable with some dogs.
Listed 6 months ago
Hand-picked · prices indicative
Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.
First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.
Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.
Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.
Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.
Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.
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Ypsy is a medium-sized puppy/kitten mixed breed dog waiting at Animal Rescue Algarve in Faro.
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.
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.
Faro, Portugal — browse more dogs in Portugal.
