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  • Galgos en Familia – saving and rehabilitating podencos and galgos

    Galgos en Familia is a long established rescue association and shelter in Malaga and at the present time they have 2 podencos who are hoping for forever homes.  Contact the association direct,

    Meet Itaca

    Meet Iris

  • Jaen, Spain – a hellhole for these podencos

    Horrible what they’ve lived through, tied with short chains, all full of poop, a horrible smell and them, six bitches and a puppy, with ticks and fleas. Seprona has acted and we with little space and little means, we could not say NO and we have taken over. Two of them have a chip in the name of the person who had them and of course, he has handed them over, the others are without a chip.

    Update 04-01 Three protectors take over all  of them. We are so grateful that our message of help has been heard.. THANK YOU!! and to all of you who spread them.

     

  • Sad reality of life for an abandoned podenco in Spain

    From Silvia Mateos to the Policia Local de Bejar (your duty is to protect her, and you have left her alone…. You should be suspended from work and pay.

    Yesterday was a shitty day….. sadness, anger, helplessness and rage…. The incompetence and negligence of the municipal councils and municipal security forces spoils crime and costs the lives of living beings…. the podenco in the photo is DEAD.

    On Friday on New Year’s Day in the middle of the night we get the notice of this dog hit near the roundabout of Palomares, the person who saw it gave notice to the Local Police of Bejar that at first they impersonated themselves and said they would warn the Civil Guard…. no further news…

    At 00:40h I communicate with the Local Police of Bejar to ask about her and her situation to be able to help her…… They inform me that the dog is collected in some municipal offices in Béjar and that the next day they will notify the collection service of the Deputation….. i wonder how it is…. his literal response…. “The dog seems to have a major injury on a hind leg, externally she doesn’t have much blood but she’s very decayed, I don’t know she sees it well”.  I insist again if they let us help her and her answer is that they have to follow the protocol , (more…)

  • Galgos Rescue Almeria – end of a busy year

    Video

    2025 is slowly closing its doors and making room for a new chapter: 2026.

    The past year was one of ups and downs. We faced unexpected setbacks and intense emotions, but also countless beautiful moments, shared with the special dogs who crossed our path. It was a hectic year that flew by, yet one we look back on with warm and grateful hearts.

    We think back to all the D-days: those unforgettable moments when our beloved dogs packed their bags to meet their new families. No fewer than 177 dogs found their happiness this year. A result we could only dream of, and one that was made possible thanks to our amazing partners: Associazione ZAC Odv , Un Levriero per la Vita, Project Galgo, Vegrennen EV, Simona Norkute (Lithuania), Helping Animals Almanzora, Friends of Mazarrón Animals, Stichting Wereldhonden, and of course you—our loyal supporters. By sharing their stories so widely, you helped give each of them a new future. (more…)

  • Podenco Pepe – slow progress being made in his rehabilitation

    Pepe and his buddy Hope

    Update from Bev Farmer

    It’s been 5 weeks since Pepe arrived, and the progress we’ve made together may be small, but every tiny step matters. With a dog as deeply traumatised as Pepe, nothing can be rushed — it’s all about understanding what he can cope with and giving him the space he needs.
    One thing that truly seems to comfort him is working together on the lead. When we’re moving with purpose, his focus settles and he becomes much calmer. So I’ve brought back the most basic obedience exercises from years ago, and to my surprise… he actually enjoys it.
    He’s no longer constantly in flight-or-fight mode. Bit by bit, he is learning how to relax. He chooses to spend less time in his crate now. the door is always open for him if he needs it. (more…)

  • SOS Podenco Rescue – Podenco Abel hoping for his forever home

    Meet Abel – the quiet soul waiting for his chance .
    Age: 2 years
    Size: 55cm | approx. 16kg (medium)
    Dog-friendly
    Cat-friendly

    Abel is one of those special dogs who doesn’t rush into life, he watches, listens, and takes everything in quietly. He’s shy with new people, but once he realises you are safe, you can touch and handle him without any issue. He has a very gentle, cooperative nature.  With other dogs, Abel is calm and social. He isn’t playful right now, but he enjoys being part of the group and draws confidence from canine companions. With time, patience, and kindness, we believe he will blossom into a more expressive dog.  Abel isn’t asking for much, just someone who will see past a shy exterior and give him the space to feel safe. (more…)

  • From Pyramid to Perrera – the Story of the Podenco

    This is my definitive guide to the Podenco – how they went from revered companions to royalty to on death row in a Spanish perrera.  There are several different types of podenco, depending on whereabouts in Spain and the Spanish Islands they come from  This is the perfect Xmas present for anyone wanting to know more about the Podenco.

    All sale proceeds are donated to appeals for help with vet fees from Spanish rescue associations.

  • Podenco Jimbo hoping for his forever home

    From Sharon Bays.

    Jimbo arrived at the Mazarron perrera in March this year with his friend or maybe mother Joley. We have no history for these sweet dogs but they were very skinny and in poor condition when they arrived. Maybe dogs dumped by the Hunter owner at the end of the season.
    Jimbo has now left the Perrera and initially went into foster, where Adrian and Tracey helped him gain strength and he is now in private kennels. (more…)

  • Galgo Project EU – looking for information from shelters

    Galgo Project EU is a Dutch organisation dedicated to supporting, rescuing, and giving a voice to galgos and podencos. They work closely with Spanish shelters, help dogs find safe homes, and raise awareness about the structural mistreatment these dogs still suffer.

    With Galgo Project EU, we’re gathering data, testimonies, and concrete evidence to build a detailed dossier for the European Parliament. Our goal is clear:

    To hold Spain accountable for not applying Article 13 of the Lisbon Treaty, and to push for equal, EU-wide protection of all dogs, including galgos and podencos, without exceptions. (more…)

  • Never use an electric collar on a podenco – or any dog!

    There was uproar at the beginning of 2025 when a UK adopter of 2 podencos saw no problem in using electric collars on the dogs to control them!  Needless to say, the result was 2 terrified dogs back to a hellish life such as the one from which they had been rescued in Spain.