Hi, my name is Clifford. I’m a male dog, and I arrived at the shelter on 08/11/25. I was found abandoned on the beach in Varkiza, with an injury on my nose. The founder of LBS organisation was walking to a beach taverna to get her lunch when she saw me there, alone and hurt. Thanks to her, I didn’t stay abandoned for long.

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I don’t have any known medical history from before I arrived, but since coming into care, I’ve been closely looked after.

 

I tested positive for Erlichia in November 2025, and I underwent treatment. I also have inflammation in both ears, which is currently being treated with special ear ampules. A biopsy was taken from my nose, and the results showed that I have an autoimmune disease for which I am receiving treatment. Both my ears and nose are affected by this autoimmune disease, and I am being medicated for both.

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I was neutered in December 2025, I don’t have any known allergies or food sensitivities, and it’s still unclear whether I’ll need long-term treatment in the future — that will depend on how I continue to respond to care.

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I’ll be honest — I’m not a dog who trusts instantly. When I first meet people, I can be wary and need time to feel safe. In the past, I’ve shown aggression, especially around people I didn’t know, vets, or when someone came close to me while I was eating. But I’ve been working with a trainer, and I’ve made huge improvements.

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Now, I’m curious about people, especially when they’re nearby. I trust my trainer deeply, respond well to commands from people I trust, and I’m learning that new humans don’t always mean danger. Calm, patient approaches help me feel secure.

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Once I feel safe, I can be very loving. I enjoy gentle affection, belly rubs, and showing love by asking to play or rolling onto my back. I sleep a lot, but I also have moments where I want attention and interaction.

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I’m curious and friendly with other dogs, especially on walks, where I show interest in playing and making friends. I could live as an only dog if my humans give me time, attention, and continue my training — or possibly with one or two calm dogs.

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As for cats, I currently bark at them through the windows of my foster home. I haven’t had direct interaction with cats, so it’s unknown whether I could live with them.

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Because of my sensitivities and need for calm handling, I would only be suitable for a home with older teenage children. 

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I love:

• Playing fetch with a ball

• Napping

• Sleeping on my favorite pillow outside my doghouse

• Calm routines

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I’m sensitive to loud noises like fireworks and thunder, and I don’t like being startled. Sudden touch without warning can scare me and cause a negative reaction, so I need a home that understands my boundaries and communicates gently with me.

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I enjoy affection when it’s offered calmly, and I like attention — but I can also be left alone when needed.

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I’m a dog who has been through a lot, and I need a patient, experienced, and calm home that will continue my training and respect my limits. In return, I offer loyalty, curiosity, quiet companionship, and a heart that’s learning how to trust again.

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I may not be the easiest dog — but I am worth it.

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CLIFFORD IS RESERVED.