Rehoming Portuguese Dogs
We have found forever-homes for more than 3,000 dogs
ABOUT US
We are a non-profit Animal Protection Association group with the sole mission of rehoming Portuguese dogs rescued by Portugal’s largest dog sanctuary, O Cantinho da Milu, which rescues 700+ abandoned and mistreated dogs and animals on a multi-acre property located in Setúbal, Portugal.
Dogs of Portugal is a culturally diverse group of highly motivated volunteers who devote their time to improving the lives of animals and finding them loving homes. DOP facilitates the rehoming of dogs and cats to local and international adopters both within Portugal and globally, including Germany, Luxembourg, Denmark, Sweden, France, UK and Canada.
HELP
There are so many ways to help us, whether it be a €5 one-time donation or a food delivery or volunteering at the sanctuary. We appreciate your support!
ADOPT
We have dogs of all sizes, ages and breeds. Some have special needs, while others are already potty-trained, good on the leash and ready to go!
LEARN
Our blog has lots of tips about how to search, adopt and care for your next furry friend. Plus, it has the latest news from our trusted sources.
DOGS FOR ADOPTION
Trina: very cute and friendly!
Name: Trina Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~May 2023 Size: medium (12kg, 45cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: Trina was found on the street. She is very sweet with people, gentle and friendly. She wags her tail when we speak to her and follows us...
Evi: it took a year to gain her confidence
Name: Evi Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~January 2018 Size: small (8.5kg, 40cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Evi appeared on the street in June 2023 and noone could catch her. Only with a net they managed to catch her and bring to the...
Lucky: the name did not bring him any luck until now
Name: Lucky Gender: F Age: d-o-b: 1 February 2024 Size: will be small Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: Lucky was found on the street. A family adopted him immediately. They gave him name Lucky because he was so lucky to become a part of their...
Gianduia: very very gentle and friendly
Names: Gianduia Gender: F Age: d-o-b: November 2016 Size: big (37kg, 50cm) Breed: Labrador Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: Gianduia was surrendered by a breeder. She gave him many puppies over the years but now she does not serve anymore....
Desiree: beautiful, friendly and very gentle
Name: Desiree Gender: F Age: d-o-b: October 2023 Size: will be medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: Desiree was found on the street with her two sisters. She is very sweet and extremely gentle. She is the most social of the sisters, she...
Delicia: very gentle and sweet girl
Name: Delicia Gender: F Age: d-o-b: October 2023 Size: will be medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: Delicia was found on the street with her two sisters. She is very sweet and extremely gentle. She is a bit insecure in new situations but...
CATS FOR ADOPTION
Penelope: very sweet and gentle cat who just needs to feel safe
Name: Penelope Gender: F Age: d-o-b: September 2023 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others: Penelope was dumped in the shelter with her mum and her sister by their ex owner who said she was unemployed...
Mel: noone in the family had a place for a cat
Name: Mel Gender: F Age: d-o-b: February 2020 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others: Mel was brought to the shelter because her owner went to an assisted living facility and noone from the family...
Petra: very sweet cat
Name: Petra Gender: F Age: d-o-b: September 2023 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others: Petra was dumped in the shelter with her mum and her sister by their ex owner who said she was unemployed and was...
O Cantinho da Milu
The sanctuary home for more than 700 dogs
DOP BY THE #NUMBERS
650+
Dogs available for adoption at the sanctuary
3,500+
Dogs & cats adopted since 2012
400+
Dogs who received emergency medical care