Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years
Zack was rescued from the street by a woman who took care of him for 5 years. He is a little shy, but very friendly and gentle once he gains trust with people. He loves company and cuddles and is sociable with other dogs.He has leishmaniosis.
Listed 2 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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Zack is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Animal Rescue Algarve in Faro.
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.
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.
