Merrel

Merrel arrived at the pound with Yoyo and has shown himself to be a friendly and adaptable dog. While he can be a little shy at first, once he feels safe, he quickly warms up and enjoys cuddles and attention.

Merrel has been integrated well with many other dogs and gets along nicely with them. Recently, he has formed a special friendship with Pili, and the two are inseparable during their daily 15-minute patio breaks, playing as much as time allows and completely focused on each other. Pili has just been reserved and will soon be going to her new home — we hope Merrel can find the same joy and companionship with a loving family very soon.

Merrel, of course, loves going out for walks, although this unfortunately happens quite rarely due to the large number of dogs and the limited number of volunteers. When he is lucky enough to go out, he can be a little stressed at the beginning, which is completely understandable as he wants to take everything in. However, he settles during the walk and becomes calmer as he goes along. He does not seem bothered by the light traffic in the rural area surrounding the pound, nor by other dogs passing by. Merrel was also happy to stop for a short break to enjoy some cuddles and treats. We believe that with regular walks, this handsome boy would quickly become more relaxed and confident.

Life at the pound is tough for Merrel. He spends most of his day in a small cage, longing for space to run, play, and simply be a dog. Merrel deserves a home where he can feel safe, loved, and free — a home where he can continue to share his playful spirit and gentle heart with someone special.

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This gorgeous dog is available for adoption in the UK. Homecheck and adoption fee apply. Adoption fee includes neutering, passport, microchip, all vaccinations, blood tests to screen for diseases, worm and flea treatment. Adoption cost in Spain (if no transport required) 155€ for males and €165 for females.

Adoption costs to the UK are £570. This includes all DEFRA paperwork and transport by DEFRA registered carrier ( using the TRACES system) direct to your door, except London, within the M25 motorway, Highlands of Scotland beyond Perth, and all off islands (if we cannot deliver direct, a mutually convenient meeting place will be arranged). We sort out all the arrangements and delivery/ meeting times will be advised in advance by the transporter.

For dogs brought to the UK by SSDUK to go initially into foster care, adopters will still be required to pay the full adoption fee of £570 to cover the above expenses.

In some cases, for example a failed adoption of a dog already in the UK, the fee may be reduced to £320 where the initial transport costs from Spain have already been met. This is to cover transport within the UK, kennel fees and any checks required. 

For adoption costs elsewhere, or for help and advice please e-mail adoptions@spanishstraydogs.org.uk

For more information about this dog, including advice and custom made video contact adoptions@spanishstraydogs.org.uk now.