Refugio Municipal de Paterna
Spain Β· 26 animals available
Animals at this shelter
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How to adopt from Refugio Municipal de Paterna
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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 Refugio Municipal de Paterna directly for specifics.
About
About Refugio Municipal de Paterna
Refugio Municipal de Paterna is a dog and cat shelter based in Spain. There are currently 11 dogs and 13 cats listed for adoption.
The shelter typically takes in a mix of breeds β currently among the residents are European Shorthair, Staffordshire Bull Terrier, Mixed Breed, and Pit Bull Terrier.
Adoption process
Adopting from Spain
Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.
When you find an animal you'd like to meet, contact Refugio Municipal de Paterna 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 Spain, see our Spain import guide.
At a glance
Breeds currently at Refugio Municipal de Paterna
Nearby
Other shelters in Spain
Refugio Municipal de Paterna is one of 20+ TailHarbor-listed rescue shelters in Spain. If you're not finding the right match here, browse these:
- 112 Carlota Galgos β Carlota Galgos (24 animals)
- Abrazo Animal β Madrid (17 animals)
- ACE / SHIN (Animal Care Espana) (70 animals)
- ACUNR - Animales Con Un Nuevo Rumbo (60 animals)
- ADAANA (67 animals)
- ADA Gran Canaria β Gran Canaria (5 animals)
- ADALA Zaragoza β Zaragoza (16 animals)
- ADAM Protectora El Masnou (9 animals)
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Where is Refugio Municipal de Paterna located?
Refugio Municipal de Paterna is in Spain.
How many animals does Refugio Municipal de Paterna have available for adoption?
Refugio Municipal de Paterna currently has 26 animals listed on TailHarbor. That includes 11 dogs. Plus 13 cats. The inventory is refreshed daily from the shelter's own listing system.
How do I adopt an animal from Refugio Municipal de Paterna?
Browse the available animals on this page and pick one you'd like to meet. Then contact Refugio Municipal de Paterna directly using the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar β Refugio Municipal de Paterna handles the adoption process, not TailHarbor. Spanish protectoras generally include sterilization, all vaccinations, microchip ID, and EU pet passport in the adoption fee. Many maintain partnerships with rescue transport providers across the EU.
Can I adopt from Refugio Municipal de Paterna 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. Refugio Municipal de Paterna 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 Refugio Municipal de Paterna a verified shelter on TailHarbor?
Refugio Municipal de Paterna 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 Refugio Municipal de Paterna?
TailHarbor does not track adoption fees β they vary by animal and by shelter, and are set by Refugio Municipal de Paterna directly. Typical fees in Spain cover the animal's pre-adoption veterinary care (sterilization, vaccinations, microchip, pet passport). Contact Refugio Municipal de Paterna via the sidebar details for the exact fee for an animal you're interested in.