El Refugio Madrid
Madrid, Spain · 68 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from El Refugio Madrid
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Find a match
Browse the available animals on this page, save your favourites, and check each animal's profile for personality traits and care needs.
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Get in touch
Use the contact details above — or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page — to reach out to the shelter. Mention which animal you're interested in.
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Application
Most shelters ask for a short written application covering your living situation, prior pet experience, and daily routine. This helps them find the best match for your home.
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Meet & greet
Visit the shelter in person — or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions — to spend time with your potential new companion.
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Home check
Some shelters carry out a brief home visit or video walkthrough to make sure your space is a safe fit for the animal.
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Adoption day
Sign the adoption contract, pay any applicable adoption fee, and head home with your new family member.
Process and fees vary by shelter — contact El Refugio Madrid directly for specifics.
About
About El Refugio Madrid
El Refugio Madrid is a dog rescue based in Madrid, Spain. There are currently 24 dogs listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds — currently among the residents are Mixed Breed, Pit Bull Terrier, Galgo Español, and Belgian Malinois.
The animals currently listed at El Refugio Madrid range in age from about 0 to 11 years old. Most are large.
Adoption process
Adopting from Madrid
Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact El Refugio Madrid 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 Spain, see our Spain import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at El Refugio Madrid
Nearby
Other shelters in Spain
El Refugio Madrid is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Spain. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- 112 Carlota Galgos — Carlota Galgos (23 animals)
- Abrazo Animal — Madrid (16 animals)
- ACUNR - Animales Con Un Nuevo Rumbo (52 animals)
- ADAANA (44 animals)
- ADA Gran Canaria — Gran Canaria (7 animals)
- ADALA Zaragoza — Zaragoza (17 animals)
- ADAM Protectora El Masnou (11 animals)
- ADANA Alella (Protectora Animals) (10 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is El Refugio Madrid located?
El Refugio Madrid is in Madrid, Spain.
How many animals does El Refugio Madrid have available for adoption?
El Refugio Madrid currently has 68 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 El Refugio Madrid?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact El Refugio Madrid directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar — El Refugio Madrid handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee (typically €250–€400 for a dog, €100–€180 for a cat). Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.
Can I adopt from El Refugio Madrid 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. El Refugio Madrid 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 El Refugio Madrid a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
El Refugio Madrid 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 El Refugio Madrid?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees — they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by El Refugio Madrid directly. Typical fees in Spain cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact El Refugio Madrid via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.