Medium & Large dogs for adoption

Rescue isn’t just a moment: It’s a life time of love.

If you are interested in any of the medium/large dogs available. Please contact us via the contact page with the name of the dog.

If you have not seen the medium/large dog that you are looking for, please contact us as there may also be other medium/large dogs available, as more dogs arrive daily.

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Sky

  • Female
  • DOB 12/19
  • 22kg
More info

Sky, a German Shepherd mix came into the canil recently and will be sterilised, microchipped and receive rabies vaccination.

Sky is great with people and rolls on her back for tummy tickles.

Sky is NOT great with other dogs or cats, so must be adopted as only pet in the home.

She is smaller than a full breed German Shepherd.

She needs a home with a secure garden & daily walks.

Teddy

  • Male
  • DOB 2018
  • 10kg
More info

eddy says that if he gets adopted he may put two ears up instead of just one. 😀

He came into the canil recently from the streets and was initially a little shy but he has gained confidence and is a very friendly little boy who gets on well with other dogs and cats. He can still be a little shy with new people but is soon rolling on his back for tummy tickles. Teddy is a very calm dog who will continue to thrive in a great home. He is currently underweight so needs fattening up a little.

Teddy will be sterilised, microchipped and receive a rabies vaccination and can be adopted in Portugal, the EU and the UK.

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Amor

  • Male
  • DOB 12/21
  • 22kg
More info

This gentle boy finds joy in the simplest experiences and his sweet smile will fill your heart with happiness. He has not had the best start to life and needs someone to love him and show him the life he deserves. He is eager to please and polite, sitting like a good boy even before being asked. His warm gentle manner is a joy to be around and he will bring sunshine to your life.

Amor will be sterilised, microchipped and received a rabies vaccination.

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Raysa

  • Female
  • DOB 02/23
  • 20kg
More info

Raysa came into the municipal canil in October 24 with her sister, Pepa due to their owners poor health. She would love a home with owners who will take her on long walks and provide the training and stimulation for her to thrive. She is friendly with other dogs and affectionate with people.

Raysa is sterilised, microchipped and will receive rabies vaccination.

Simba

  • Male
  • DOB 10/22
  • 21.5kg
More info

Simba is a handsome, gentle and friendly boy who gets on with other dogs, loves people and seems OK with cats. He’s good on a lead. He enjoys walks and being outside, so a secure garden and daily exercise would suit him perfectly.

Simba is sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination, so he’s ready to leave the canil.

Simba can be adopted in Portugal, the EU and the UK.

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Thor

  • Male
  • DOB 08/21
  • 15kg
More info

Thor & Freddy (brothers) have been at the canil since 11/21. The two boys were three months old when they came in. They have never had a home and despite being well cared for at the canil, it cannot compare to growing up in a home. They are all very loving, friendly little dogs and deserve wonderful homes to thrive in. The staff at the canil are asking for adopters for these beautiful souls. Do you think that you can offer these dogs a new life?

They will be microchipped, sterilised and receive a rabies vaccination.

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Jacinto

  • Male
  • DOB 05/19
  • 13.75kg
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Jacinto is Thor & Freddy’s Dad.

Salvador

  • Male
  • DOB 8/2021
  • 18kg
More info

Salvador is a calm, thoughtful boy who came into the canil in December 2025, after being found on the streets. He’s well-behaved and composed, with a quiet confidence that makes him a lovely presence to have around.

Salvador enjoys sniffing and exploring the world at his own pace – he’s more of an observant companion than a lap dog. He isn’t overly affectionate and doesn’t constantly seek physical contact, so he’d suit someone who values shared space, peaceful walks, and companionship without the need for constant cuddles.

At adoption, Salvador will be: sterilised, vaccinated against rabies and microchipped. He can be adopted in Portugal, the EU and the UK.

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Freddy

  • Male
  • DOB 08/21
  • 16kg
More info

Freddy & Thor (brothers) have been at the canil since 11/21. The two boys were three months old when they came in. They have never had a home and despite being well cared for at the canil, it cannot compare to growing up in a home. They are all very loving, friendly little dogs and deserve wonderful homes to thrive in. The staff at the canil are asking for adopters for these beautiful souls. Do you think that you can offer these dogs a new life?

They will be microchipped, sterilised and receive a rabies vaccination.

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Buzz

  • Male
  • DOB 03/22
  • 22kg
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Buzz is a bouncy dog with energy that he is unable to release in his kennel. He has been at the canil for a year, far too long for such a handsome and sociable dog. He absolutely loved his walk and would benefit from a family who will provide the exercise, training and stimulation that he needs to thrive. He is very friendly with people and other dogs.

Buzz is sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination.

Ava

  • Female
  • DOB 2022
  • 15kg
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Ava is a beautiful girl who recently came to the canil, found on the streets. She’s great with other dogs and very friendly with people. No cats.

Ava has a lot of energy and enthusiasm and needs to learn to walk on a lead nicely. She needs a secure garden and daily walks with training.

Ava will be sterilised, microchipped and receive a rabies vaccination.

She can be adopted in Portugal, the EU and the UK.

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Spike

  • Male
  • DOB 09/17
  • 20kg
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We first posted Spike in September 23 and he has now been at the canil for two years despite being full of joy, friendly and a handsome boy!

Spike loves to go on a walk and behaves impeccably. He would be such a great addition to anyone adopting him. He gets on very well with his kennel mates and we can cat test him if required.

Spike is sterilised, microchipped and will receive a rabies vaccination.

Logan

  • Male
  • DOB 09/23
  • 12kg
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This handsome, wire haired boy was taken from the streets and is now looking for a great home to thrive. He’s a little nervous at the moment, so he will need some support for him to overcome this.

He’s fully grown and quite a small dog.

Logan will be sterilised, microchipped and receive a rabies vaccination.

Roucky

  • Male
  • DOB 2019
  • 14kg
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Roucky greets everyone visiting the canil and if you throw a ball for him, he’ll be your best friend.

He is the friendliest little boy who is full of fun and joy and would bring much happiness to anyone adopting him.

Roucky will be sterilised, microchipped and receive a rabies vaccination.

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Tejo

  • Male
  • DOB 01/22
  • 15kg
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There are many sandy coloured, short-haired podengo-type dogs in the Canil, and it’s been hard for Tejo to make his mark. Sadly he’s been in there since he was 2 months old and when you get to know him it’s so hard to understand why.

Tejo has grown up into an absolute gentleman. He’s friendly but never overwhelming, he has a permanently sunny nature despite what life has thrown at him, and he’s a delight to walk with. He has a placid temperament with a hint of playfulness, and he’s attentive and affectionate. Tejo loves his walks but never pulls. He is not bothered by traffic, cats or other dogs.

As 2024 comes to a close we feel so sad our Tejo is still with us and he would like nothing better than to start the new year with his own human or two to take care of.

Tejo is sterilised, microchipped and will receive a rabies vaccination.

Rocky

  • Male
  • DOB 2022
  • 13.5kg
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I would observe Rocky at the canil, silent and stìll, watching, almost as if he was trying to make himself invisible. He’s only three years old and has spent most of his life at the canil.

Rocky is toilet trained and lives with another dog.

Now look at him! A few weeks in foster care and he has transformed into an engaging, bright and happy dog. He just needed a chance to shine.

Nala

  • Female
  • DOB 10/24
  • 21kg
More info

Nala came into the canil in February this year with Simba who was recently adopted. We were told that she has been crying for him. 🥲 She was a baby when she came in and is still a baby, desperately searching for a family to love. She has a sweet nature, gets on with other dogs and seemed unbothered by the roaming cats.

Nala has put on a few kilos since being at the canil but with a garden to run around in and daily walks, she’ll lose a little weight.

Nala is sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination and can be adopted in Portugal, the EU and the UK.

Dexy

  • Male
  • DOB 2019
  • 19kg
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Dexy has been at the canil since 4/22 and he has never given up on finding his forever home. 🥲

He still greets anyone showing him any kindness with lots of affection. Dexy is just one of many overlooked dogs at the canil who just need a chance to prove what wonderful dogs they are. Dexy wants that so badly.

He’s sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination and ready to go!

Núbia

  • Female
  • DOB 09/22
  • 15kg
More info

Another great dog who has been at the canil for too long, seeks loving home.

Núbia is friendly, playful and would make a wonderful family dog who would enjoy walks and lots of stimulation, with some training. Equally, she would love cuddles and affection, as much as you can give!

She’s good with other dogs and seemed OK with cats, although we can test her again if required.

Núbia is sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination.

Ralph

  • Male
  • DOB 14/02/15
  • 17kg
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Ralph is full of fun and energy for a ten year old dog and hopefully has many years ahead of him to enjoy life outside of a kennel and in a loving home.

He has the most beautiful conker brown coat and is quite stunning.

Ralph is sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination.

Picole

  • Female
  • DOB 02/20
  • 16kg
More info

Picolé loves her playtime in the play park at the canil with her kennel mates. She would love a garden to run free in with a family to love her. She’s also very friendly with people.

Picolé has been at the canil for over a year and everyone at the canil would love to see her in a great home.

She’s sterilised, microchipped and will receive a rabies vaccination.

Large Dogs

Loquita

  • Female
  • DOB 02/22
  • 28kg
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Loquita is a stunning dog! She is a Castro Laboreiro mix. These dogs are renowned for their livestock guardian skills and calm nature and Loquita was extremely calm and great with the roaming cats and other dogs at the canil. They are quite a rare breed, originating from northern Portugal. Apart from their livestock guardian skills, they are also used to protect the women when the husbands are away working. She had lots of attention from the volunteers at the canil and she loved that interaction with people. She has been in the municipal canil in Tomar since March and is ready for adoption as she’s already sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination. Loquita needs a secure garden and she was also very good on a lead, so would be a pleasure to walk.

We are currently looking for adoption in Portugal only as she’s a big girl to transport and we feel that a rural home would be more suited to her needs.

Morena

  • Female
  • DOB 04/2017
  • 27kg
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Morena was brought up from her kennel to test another little dog with big dogs. She was chosen because of her calm and gentle nature. Both dogs passed the test. 🥰. Morena is great with all dogs of all sizes and loves people. She needs a good grooming to show her true beauty and we’ll get that done very soon.

Morena was brought in by the GNR. Her owner lives far away. She was accused of attacking a neighbour’s chickens. This doesn’t sit right with me. Often when livestock are attacked by a dog, a trap will be set and the dog who enters the trap, sometimes days later, is the dog who will get blamed. She may have been hungry and did this or she may not have carried out this attack but nevertheless we must state that she cannot be homed with chickens.

Morena is looking for a home where she won’t be left alone and an owner who will love and cherish her for the special dog that she is.

Come and meet her at the canil in Tomar and you will discover what a great dog Morena is.

She is microchipped, sterilised and will receive a rabies vaccination.

Pepe

  • Male
  • DOB 12/20
  • 27kg
More info

Pepe is a dog, full of fun and playful and he’s looking for a family who will provide him with the opportunity to thrive in a loving home.

He’s been at the canil for a couple of years and we won’t publicly shame him with photos taken in the past but we will agree that he needs to lose a kilo or two!

Pepe is sterilised, microchipped and has a rabies vaccination so he’s ready to go to his new home.

Lola

  • Female
  • DOB 12/2017
  • 40kg+
More info

Lola is a Rafeiro do Alentejo, possibly mixed.

These Portuguese mastiffs are used in a guardian role for livestock and are known to be loyal, brave and protectors of their family and property.

Lola is looking for an adopter with experience of working dogs who can provide her with secure outside space in a rural environment. She may choose to spend her time outside, with adequate shelter provided.

We estimated her weight at 40KG but she is underweight and should weigh more.

She loves her carer at the canil and will transfer her love to an adopter who can provide her with the environment that she needs to thrive.

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