Aproximate Age on arrival
2 years
Gender
Male
Character traits
Loves long walks and cuddles
Found on streets / Handed in by owner
Found on streets
Breed
Belgian shepherd
Location
Spain
Arrived
August 2023
Height and weight
Approximately 65cm 25kg
Timo is an absolute gem!
He’s incredibly friendly with people, adores cuddles, and cherishes every bit of attention he receives from the volunteers. With his endearing habit of sitting obediently, it’s nearly impossible to resist his charm when he gazes at you with those captivating amber eyes and his floppy ears ❤️.
Despite spending most of his day in a tiny cage (more than 23 hours every day!), Timo eagerly awaits his daily break on the small patio, where he can stretch his legs and release some pent-up energy. He’s quite imaginative and always finds something to play with, showcasing his playful spirit.
While he lives in solitude in his cage, Timo occasionally enjoys the company of another male and a female on the patio.
Timo loves going out for a walk up and down the gravel road outside the pound, but he doesn’t get to go on walks often because there aren’t enough volunteers. When he does get to go out, he’s super happy and loves every minute of it! He behaves well on the lead, though his excitement sometimes makes him pull a bit.
Timo recently had the chance to go on a special outing to the local town with two of our regular volunteers, and he was amazing! After almost 1 ½ years in the pound, it was his first time leaving the pound area, and he embraced every moment. Timo was thrilled to explore, taking in all the sights and sounds with excitement. He wasn’t bothered by the busy traffic, children playing with a ball, barking dogs, or people passing by. Instead, he seemed determined not to miss a single thing and handled it all like a star!
It’s clear that Timo’s current living situation isn’t ideal and it’s heartbreaking to think that such a wonderful dog has spent so much time confined to a tiny cage. Timo deserves so much more—a home where he can feel safe, loved, and cherished every single day. He has so much love to give and is just waiting for someone to give him a chance. Please consider making an appointment to meet this incredible dog and help him finally experience the life he’s been longing for.
Timo 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.