Flaky is a stunning podenco, completely invisible in the eyes of the world.

No one wants to “complicate” life by adopting an “escape” dog.. Flaky can NOT be let go, he might as well jump a wall.. We do not know his previous “life” and he is NOT afraid, but if he is very curious.

The great disgrace is to be born a Podenco in Spain. 5 long years waiting, hopefully Christmas is magical as they say.

Flaky is one of those podencos who spend years and years in a shelter and no one notices them despite being absolutely wonderful. The only thing he doesn’t tolerate is cats, otherwise he is affectionate, playful, sociable, teaches shy little ones to play, loves walks and children. He’s 6 and a half years old and has been waiting for more than 4 in our shelter after his previous mom died.

Will you help us give Flaky the life he deserves? He weighs only 10 or 12 kilos filled with LOVE

( Contact : The Hairy Smile ) 652813071 Malaga.. He can travel …..La Sonrisa Peluda

From the PINS page on facebook.

‘These are some of the pods currently in Paradise kennels, with whom we work closely. As we have so many dogs under our care both in Spain, in paid accommodation, and in foster in the UK, we can’t take on any further dogs specifically as “PINS dogs”. However, we can share some of the dogs who are in the same residencias as our dogs and are currently looking for homes.

PINS will be able to arrange the adoptions in the same way as always, however, we can’t bring these dogs over to foster, they need to go straight to forever homes, as we simply don’t have the funds to cover their prep and travel without an adoption fee to help offset the costs.

If you would like to apply to adopt one of these lovelies, please complete the form on this weblink and we will send more info.

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From Galgos 112

‘Has anyone ever seen ears as big as Mari’s? Podenca or bat, that’s the question.

Mari is a podenco maneto puppy, only 7 months old and weighs 6 stone, half of which match her ears. She is friendly and playful, a puppy love.

Mari needs foster or better yet adoption. If you want her to be part of your family, or if you want to host her, write your details, location and phone number to info@galgos112.

Mari and we will be very grateful for your help.

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The great forgotten ones…

When we think of dogs abandoned for hunting, we always think of galgos. But… what about all those podencos that are also used and thrown away by hunters?

https://www.facebook.com/FundacionBenjaminM/videos/1864172617254413“>Watch the video

At the Benjamin Mehnert Foundation, there are hundreds of them waiting for an opportunity, a helping hand, a family..

If only we were guided by the heart, adoptions wouldn’t understand color or race.

If we would only look into her eyes..

Adopt a podenco. Save a life.

Help us continue to save lives.

Help us to continue saving lives.

From Hayley O’Brien at Akira Dog Shelter

William needs a forever home

William was a lucky boy, and he had the chance to spend a day out of the shelter with one of our fabulous staff members and her dog. He was so well-behaved and really enjoyed the canine company.

William is only young at 12 months old.

William travels well in the car and enjoys long walks. He is a dream to walk on the leash with no pulling. William is clean in his kennel. He is a very gentle soul yet still active and playful. He is hugely affectionate and loves a cuddle and a fuss.
William is castrated and vaccinated, and he has a passport and microchip. He can travel if required, and we are happy to help with transport arrangements.

You can contact us for further information on Whatsapp at +34 657 689 567. You can also email akirashelter@aol.com.

Video of William

From Salvando Corazones Peludo

Tangu has no past, only a future.

Tangu is full of tenderness that treasures in his soul, transcends his skin, and when you pat him your arms embrace so much love. It melts and you melt. He doesn’t feel the cold anymore, only the beat of a single heart, yours melted with his and takes your breath away….

And you look at him and he looks at you, and you kiss him and he kisses you, and you talk to him and he answers you… with the look, with the ears, with the soul of podenco, with the rescue heart that only knows gratitude. He has an ocean of joy and affection to share, to spend without scars with you, your human and dog family, every single day for many years.

Tangu, joy, tenderness, affection and loyalty wrapped up in some of that shyness that disappears at a kind gesture.. you can’t ask for more from a creature of just 10 kilos and 10 months, but if you ask for the moon he will bring it to you!!!.

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