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 supporting Portugal’s largest dog sanctuary, O Cantinho da Milu, which rescues and homes 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, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, France 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
Bolinha: she loves people
Name: Bolinha Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~January 2012 Size: medium (14kg, 40cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Bolinha was brought to the shelter at night, by someone who found her on the street. She had a huge hernia, like a football...
Shelly: little nervous girl
Names: Shelly Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~January 2019 Size: small (4kg, 35cm) Breed: poodle Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Shelly was brought to the shelter together with 3 similar dogs because their owner died and noone in the family...
Cuca: being dumped in the shelter is a shock for her
Name: Cuca Gender: F Age: d-o-b: February 2018 Size: medium (12kg, 45cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Cuca was brought to the shelter with her two companions because their owners are moving to another country. They are not...
Lottie: handicapped girl that deserves a home like every other dog!
Name: Lottie Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~January 2021 Size: medium-big (22kg, 55cm) Breed: x labrador Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Lottie was found on the road near the shelter. Dogs don´t appear there by coincidence! They appear...
Marfy: very sweet girl
Name: Marfy Gender: M Age: d-o-b: ~April 2020 Size: medium-big (23kg, 55cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated Story, Personality, Others: Marfy appeared on the street and she was very scared. It took some time for the people that lived nearby to gain her confidence. They...
Twiggy: blind dog in the shelter, heartbreaking
Information: Name: Twiggy Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~2012 Breed: poodle Size: small (6kg, 35cm) Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised Story, Personality, Others: Twiggy was brought to us in a group of 4 dogs, their owner died. Poor Twiggy is very sweet and used to...
CATS FOR ADOPTION
Peim: gentle and cuddly cat
Information: Names: Peim Gender: M Age: d-o-b: April 2018 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, castrated, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others:Peim was sent to us from a local municipal pound. He is a lovely cat that really needs a home. He gets...
Abu: poor cat… he deserves better!
Information: Names: Abu Gender: M Age: d-o-b: March 2020 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, castrated, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others:Abu was surrendered by his owners. They had him for 2 years but now their child is allergic. He was not for...
Nelly: the sweetest kitten!
Information: Name: Nelly Gender: F Age: d-o-b: ~September 2021 Size: medium Others: dewormed, vaccinated, sterilised, FIV and FELV negative Story, Personality, Others:Nelly was found on the street, brought to the shelter and then placed in a temporary home where she...
O Cantinho da Milu
The sanctuary home for more than 700 dogs
DOP BY THE #NUMBERS
640+
Dogs available for adoption at the sanctuary
3,080+
Dogs & cats adopted since 2012
350+
Dogs who received emergency medical care
ADOPTED!
Tanisha – adopted as Czarina
Adopted! https://youtu.be/zsxuN8Zrr7Q
Pongo – adopted as Bobo
Adopted! https://youtu.be/712SHXji6Kk
Wilma
Adopted!