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
Kendy: very faithful dog who deserves better
Name: Kendy Gender: F Age: d-o-b: August 2015 Size: big (28kg, 55cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Kendy was surrendered by her owner to the shelter. For whatever reason, the woman got a puppy and the puppy grew up and the woman...
Albertina: she only needs a bit of time to become a perfect pet
Name: Albertina Gender: F Age: d-o-b:~August 2020 Size: big (28kg, 55cm) Breed: x Labrador Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Albertina was found on the road together with another 2 dogs, similar to her. Someone must have abandoned...
Tess and Teodor: two lovely puppies
Names: Tess (F) and Teodor (M) Gender: F and M Age: d-o-b: 1 December 2022 Size: will be medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: These two sweet puppies were born in a home because the owners did not sterilise their dogs but were unwanted so...
Gizmo: tiny boy
Name: Gizmo Gender: M Age: d-o-b: ~January 2018 Size: small (4.5kg, 30cm) Breed: x Papillon Others: dewormed, vaccinated, castrated Story, Personality, Others: Gizmo was found on the street. He was not chipped, even if it is obligatory. He obviously had a home, he is...
Muriel: poor little girl…. if only people cared more about their dogs.
Name: Muriel Gender: M Age: d-o-b: ~January 2020 Size: small (5kg, 35cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Muriel was found on the street. She was in heat and there were many dogs behind her, then they started to fight and in the...
Kami and Kiwi: two little adorable girls
Names: Kami and Kiwi Gender: F Age: d-o-b: 15 November 2022 Size: will be small Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: The puppies were brought to the shelter by their “owner”, a homeless guy who was living on the street with several dogs and the...
CATS FOR ADOPTION
Koko: beautiful kitten gaining confidence
Name: Koko Gender: M Age: d-o-b: March 2022 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, castrated, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others: Koko was born on the street, in the colony of cats. He was rescued and placed in a temporary home. First he was very...
Tareco: gentle, calm, cuddly cat
Name: Tareco Gender: M Age: d-o-b: January 2020 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, castrated, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others: Tareco appeared on the street where he was fed by someone. Then this person was leaving the place and would not...
Sweetie: the sweetest, gentlest cat you can imagine
Information: Name: Sweetie Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~April 2020 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others:Sweetie appeared in a cat colony, on the street, but she did not really belong there so she was brought...
O Cantinho da Milu
The sanctuary home for more than 700 dogs
DOP BY THE #NUMBERS
650+
Dogs available for adoption at the sanctuary
3,300+
Dogs & cats adopted since 2012
400+
Dogs who received emergency medical care