Canil Municipal de Lisboa
Lisbon, Portugal Β· 134 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from Canil Municipal de Lisboa
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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 β or click "Get contact info" on an animal's page β 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 β or arrange a video call for cross-border adoptions β 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 β contact Canil Municipal de Lisboa directly for specifics.
About
About Canil Municipal de Lisboa
Canil Municipal de Lisboa is a dog rescue based in Lisbon, Portugal. There are currently 21 dogs listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds β currently among the residents are Mixed Breed.
The animals currently listed at Canil Municipal de Lisboa range in age from about 2 to 5 years old. Most are medium-sized.
Adoption process
Adopting from Lisbon
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 Canil Municipal de Lisboa directly using the website in the sidebar. TailHarbor doesn't take any role in the adoption itself β 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.
At a glance
Breeds currently at Canil Municipal de Lisboa
Nearby
Other shelters in Portugal
Canil Municipal de Lisboa is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Portugal. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- ABRA Braga β Braga (51 animals)
- Abrigo Associação (113 animals)
- Abrigo de Carinho (91 animals)
- ADAAVV (1 animal)
- A Dog's Life Rescue β Eastern Algarve (13 animals)
- Adoption Dogs Portugal β Portugal (12 animals)
- AFAMA Faial (21 animals)
- Amigo Fiel Bombarral (1 animal)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Canil Municipal de Lisboa located?
Canil Municipal de Lisboa is in Lisbon, Portugal.
How many animals does Canil Municipal de Lisboa have available for adoption?
Canil Municipal de Lisboa currently has 134 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 21 dogs. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Canil Municipal de Lisboa?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Canil Municipal de Lisboa directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar β Canil Municipal de Lisboa 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 Canil Municipal de Lisboa 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. Canil Municipal de Lisboa typically handles the vetting, chipping, and passport. The adopter coordinates the transport β 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 Canil Municipal de Lisboa a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Canil Municipal de Lisboa 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 Canil Municipal de Lisboa?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees β they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Canil Municipal de Lisboa directly. Typical fees in Portugal cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Canil Municipal de Lisboa via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.