Adopt to the UK

Why adopt?

Dogs are mans best friend. Tons of cats and dogs each year are “culled” and killed many in terrible ways- such as being shot or mass poisoned, because there are too many strays in Morocco, and fear of rabies prevails. By adopting, you’re not only saving a life, but also getting a great companion.

Many people are also concerned with puppy mills- factory-style breeding facilities that profit lots and think of the animal’s welfare less. Dogs bought from pet stores, at flea markets, or other places are often dogs from puppy mills. Puppy mills will continue to be in service until people stop supporting them- the best way to do so is to stop buying their dogs. By adopting from SFT, you’re 100% certain that the dog isn’t from a puppy mill.

The best reason to adopt is that you will change an animal’s whole world forever.

Why Adopt a Dog From Morocco Instead of a Local Shelter?

The dogs from SFT Tangier are dogs that were rescued from the streets- they didn’t ask to be born and since the country has no history of sterilizing stray dogs, they continue to breed. Dogs who appear in shelters are often at the fault of the human- they were bought as puppies, abandoned by the humans who purchased them when they changed their minds, and then got dumped in a shelter. We as humans can do better than this- adopt, don’t stop.

Adopting from SFT is actually cheaper than adopting from your local rescue. All of the dogs are neutered and vaccinated before they are put up for adoption at no additional cost to you.

All SFT dogs are a mixed breed known as “Beldi”. This means that each dog is intrinsically unique in the world, they are hardy, strong, loyal, and have overall fewer health problems than many purebred breeds. We have lots of adoptable kittens, cats, pups, dogs and disabled dogs at our sanctuary!

Process of adopting

How to choose which animal you want

Step 1- Find the pawfect match. We have lots of adoptable pups/dogs and kittens/cats at our sanctuary! Check out our list on our Adopt Me Facebook page! If you would like to inquire about a particular one, fill out our inquiry form here.

Step 2- Fill out the adoption form. An interview may also happen in order to ensure that the animals are going to the best possible homes.

Step 3- Health. Any dog that enters the European Union from Morocco is required to have a microchip, and have a blood test (serology) for rabies. From the day that the blood is drawn, there is an obligatory 90-day waiting period in Morocco before the dog is allowed to leave the country. This is an EU regulation for the exit protocol from Morocco since it is a rabies-positive country. The blood test requires that the dog is vaccinated against rabies, have the serology done and checked for rabies to ensure that the vaccination is in the dog’s system, then wait 90 days. This means that all dogs are at least 7–8 months old before they can travel.

Step 4- Travel. For dogs going to the UK, it is necessary that they get an EU Pet Passport once they arrive in Europe. Any dog with Moroccan papers can enter the European Union which means that they can go from Tangier to any EU airport. For dogs going to the UK, the dog cannot go directly from Tangier to the UK. Instead, they must first see an EU vet to get their EU Pet Passport. UK adopters should contact us here to discuss options.

Step 5- Enjoy your animal enjoy their furever home!

Pricing

We ask for a modest adoption fee to cover the costs of travel preparation to exit Morocco. For the EU and the UK, the overall cost is 300 Euros (roughly 250 British Pounds) in addition to the travel costs (the dog’s “plane ticket”, their travel crate, etc.). Regarding travel costs, how the dog is traveling and the final destination of the dog changes the overall travel costs. Get in contact with us to find out more.

Airlines that allow animals

• Royal Air Maroc has direct flights from Tangier to Paris, Amsterdam, and Brussels. Find out their information about traveling with animals here.
• Iberia has direct flights from Tangier to Madrid, Barcelona, and Malaga. Find our their puppy info here.
• TUI Fly has direct flights to Brussels Charleroi and Rotterdam airports. Find their info here.
• TAP Portugal has direct flights from Tangier to Lisbon. Check out their puppy traveling information here.
• Air Italia has direct flights from Tangier to Bolognia.

Who helps with the adoption process?

Sally, the founder of SFT, is the lady in charge of the adoption process in the UK and is with you every step of the way. Get in contact via email- info@sftmorocco.org