Il Rifugio del Cane
Itália · 64 animais disponível
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About
About Il Rifugio del Cane
Il Rifugio del Cane is a dog rescue based Italy. There are currently 24 dogs listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are American Staffordshire Terrier, Bull Terrier, Rottweiler, and Husky.
The animals currently listed at Il Rifugio del Cane range in age from about 2 to 16 years old. Most are medium-sized.
Adoption process
Adopting from Italy
Italian canili require adopters to sign a stewardship contract (affido) and may retain the right to verify the animal's wellbeing post-adoption. Animals are chipped and sterilized before leaving (Legge 281/91). Public canili rifugio typically waive adoption fees.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Il Rifugio del Cane 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 Italy, see our Italy import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at Il Rifugio del Cane
Nearby
Other shelters in Italy
Il Rifugio del Cane is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Italy. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- ACL ODV Roma (120 animals)
- Adottami col Cuore — Andria (BAT) (104 animals)
- Agenzia Piazza Gatti (9 animals)
- Amici Animali Viterbo (4 animals)
- Amici dei Gatti Galliate (4 animals)
- Amici della Terra FVG
- Animalisti Verona ODV — Verona
- APAR ODV — Canile di Busto Arsizio (1 animal)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Il Rifugio del Cane located?
Il Rifugio del Cane is in Italy.
How many animals does Il Rifugio del Cane have available for adoption?
Il Rifugio del Cane currently has 64 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 24 dogs. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Il Rifugio del Cane?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Il Rifugio del Cane directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — Il Rifugio del Cane handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Italian canili require adopters to sign a stewardship contract (affido) and may retain the right to verify the animal's wellbeing post-adoption. Animals are chipped and sterilized before leaving (Legge 281/91). Public canili rifugio typically waive adoption fees.
Can I adopt from Il Rifugio del Cane 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. Il Rifugio del Cane 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 Il Rifugio del Cane a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Il Rifugio del Cane 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 Il Rifugio del Cane?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Il Rifugio del Cane directly. Typical fees in Italy cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Il Rifugio del Cane via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.