Abrigo Associação
Portugal · 113 animales disponibles
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About
About Abrigo Associação
Abrigo Associação is a dog rescue based Portugal. There are currently 17 dogs listed for adoption.
The animals currently listed at Abrigo Associação range in age from about 1 to 15 years old. Most are medium-sized.
Adoption process
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.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Abrigo Associação directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself — we just make it easier for you to find the animal in the first place.
For a full breakdown of cross-border adoption requirements from Portugal, see our Portugal import guide.
Nearby
Other shelters in Portugal
Abrigo Associação is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Portugal. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- ABRA Braga — Braga (56 animals)
- Abrigo de Carinho (91 animals)
- ADAAVV (1 animal)
- A Dog's Life Rescue — Eastern Algarve (13 animals)
- Adoption Dogs Portugal — Portugal (9 animals)
- AFAMA Faial
- Amigo Fiel Bombarral (1 animal)
- ANA Santa Comba Dão (1 animal)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Abrigo Associação located?
Abrigo Associação is Portugal.
How many animals does Abrigo Associação have available for adoption?
Abrigo Associação currently has 113 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 17 dogs. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Abrigo Associação?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Abrigo Associação directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Abrigo Associação handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. 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.
Can I adopt from Abrigo Associação if I live in another country?
Yes. Cross-border adoption within the EU is straightforward thanks to the EU pet passport system. The animal needs to be at least 15 weeks old, microchipped to ISO 11784/11785, and have a valid rabies vaccination administered at least 21 days before travel. Abrigo Associação typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport — common options include rescue networks (NGO-run road transport), professional pet-transport companies, "flight nannies" (volunteer in-cabin couriers), or self-drive pickups for shelters in neighbouring countries.
Is Abrigo Associação a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Abrigo Associação is listed on TailHarbor based on data scraped from their own website, but TailHarbor has not yet manually verified the shelter's contact details. We recommend confirming details directly with the shelter before travelling for an adoption visit.
What is the adoption fee at Abrigo Associação?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Abrigo Associação directly. Typical fees in Portugal cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Abrigo Associação via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.