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Every year in Italy around 80,000 dogs (source: Ministry of Health) and an even greater number of cats are abandoned. Municipal shelters, volunteer organizations, and private rescuers across the country care for these animals — vaccinating, neutering, microchipping, and preparing them for a new life in a family. Adoot was built to make this match easier. On the platform you'll find hundreds of profiles of dogs and cats available for adoption from shelters and organizations across Italy. Filter by species, breed, age, size, and city, read each animal's story, and send your adoption request directly online — no need to visit every shelter individually. Adopting has real advantages: rescue animals are already vaccinated, microchipped, and often neutered before handover. Every adoption frees up a shelter spot for another animal in need. And the bond that forms with a rescue animal is often extraordinarily deep — ask anyone who has adopted.

Frequently asked questions about adoption

Browse the listings, click on the animal you're interested in, and send an adoption request. You'll be put in direct contact with the shelter or organization managing that animal. The process typically includes a phone or in-person interview, sometimes a home visit, and signing an adoption contract. Timelines range from a few days to a few weeks depending on the organization.
It depends on the organization. Some shelters ask for nothing; others request a voluntary contribution to cover veterinary costs already incurred (vaccinations, microchipping, neutering). Conditions vary by shelter — you'll always find the details on each animal's profile or you can ask the organization directly.
Absolutely. Many small and medium-sized dogs adapt perfectly to apartment living, and virtually all cats do. What matters most is not square footage but the time and attention you're willing to give. Shelters will help you find the animal best suited to your space and lifestyle.
In most cases yes. Shelters and organizations that list on Adoot generally handle vaccinations, microchipping, and neutering before handover. Health information is available on each animal's profile. If in doubt, ask the organization directly before proceeding.
In most cases yes, but it depends on the specific animal. Profiles often indicate compatibility with other dogs, cats, and children. You can always ask the shelter for detailed information about the animal's sociability before proceeding. Many shelters also organize introductory meetings between the animal being adopted and the family's existing pets.
Many shelters and organizations offer post-adoption support: behavioral advice, follow-up in the first months, and availability to answer questions. Some require periodic updates on the adopted animal. Adoot does not directly manage the post-adoption relationship — that is between you and the organization — but you can always contact them through the platform.