What kind of dogs do you have at the Shelter?
We have over 200 dogs available for adoption, of almost every size, shape and colour imaginable. There are many mixed breeds as well as some breeds.

How do I adopt a dog from the Shelter?
Call Elena on 99520511 and arrange to visit the Shelter to have a look at the dogs. Once you have selected a dog, the dog will be sent to the vet for vaccination, microchipping and sterilisation. If you select a puppy, it will be vaccinated and microchipped and you will have to have it sterilised when it is six months old.

How long does it take from the time I choose a dog to taking my dog home?
Usually a week, however, in the case of puppies, this can take longer as they must have had their second vaccination before leaving the Shelter.

Why are all the dogs from the Nicosia Dog Shelter sterilised?
Many thousands of dogs are put to sleep every year in Cyprus due to uncontrolled breeding. There are simply too many dogs being born and not enough homes for them all. These unwanted dogs and puppies often end up in animal shelters like ours which are already full, so the Nicosia Dog Shelter is committed to the idea that sterilisation is preferable to euthanasia.

How much will it cost me to adopt a dog?
The Shelter does not charge anything for rehoming dogs, we only ask for the dog’s expenses to be covered for the vaccination, sterilisation and microchipping, which is mandatory by law.

What do I do if I find a stray dog?
You can call Sharon on 99868512 or the Dog Shelter office on 22357005 to arrange to bring the dog to the Shelter. If you have no way of bringing the dog to us, we will try to collect it from you. We never refuse any dog.

What do I do if I have a dog I no longer want or cannot keep?
You can call Sharon on 99868512 or the office on 22357005 to arrange to bring the dog to the Shelter. We never refuse any dog. However, we would appreciate it if you could make a one-off donation towards your dog’s upkeep; the amount is up to you. The Nicosia Dog Shelter is entirely dependent on donations from the public to keep doing the work it does in the community.

What do I do if I have lost my dog?
Call Sharon on 99868512 or the office on 22357005 and give us a description of your dog, details of any identity tags or microchip number, the area he/she was lost in and any other information you think necessary. You can come and look at the dogs in the Shelter to see if your dog is one of them too. You should also contact your local police station and municipality to report your dog as missing.

Are any of the dogs at the Shelter suitable for hunting?
No, none of our dogs is suitable for hunting.