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Al

Male ยท Adult ยท 6 years

If any dog deserves a home Al does, life has been hard previously for him but he is the happiest boy you will ever meet.๐Ÿพ AVAILABLE FOR ADOPTION: MEET AL! ๐Ÿพ Looking for a charming, laid-back boy who is completely unfazed by life? Meet Al! He is a 6-year-old all-rounder who just wants a peaceful, quiet life to call his own. ๐Ÿ›‹๏ธโค๏ธ Al has a uniquely distinguished face, but don't let that fool youโ€”everyone who meets him falls completely in love with his charming, sweet ways! He is a steady, easygoing boy who can live just about anywhere. Here is what makes Al so special: โœจ PERSONALITY & TEMPERAMENT * ๐ŸŽ‚ Age: 6 years old. * ๐Ÿ˜Ž Completely Unfazed: Al is a great all-rounder who can live anywhere because absolutely nothing bothers him. * ๐Ÿ’– People Lover: He loves people, but due to his desire for a quiet life, he is best suited to a home with teenagers and upwards. * ๐Ÿš— Great Passenger: He travels like a dream in the car. ๐Ÿ• COMPATIBILITY & WALKS * ๐Ÿก No Other Animals: Al takes no notice of other dogs as a rule, but he is not cat-friendly and is best suited to a home with no other animals. * ๐Ÿฆฎ Leash Manners: He walks very well on the lead. However, when he decides he has walked far enough, he will sit down and refuse to budge until he has had a good rest! ๐Ÿงผ HEALTH & HOUSE MANNERS * ๐Ÿšฝ Housetraining will need a little work, but he is a smart boy and we don't think it will take him long to get the hang of it. * ๐Ÿ’‰ Fully vaccinated (inc. Kennel Cough), microchipped, neutered, and fully treated for worms and parasites. ๐Ÿ“ ADOPTION REQUIREMENTS * ๐Ÿ“ We are based in North Cork. * ๐Ÿš— Adopters must be willing to travel to our kennels to meet Al. * ๐Ÿก A secure, enclosed garden is strictly required. * ๐Ÿ“ Home visit and adoption fee apply. If you can offer Al the quiet, loving retirement home he deserves, please send us a message or contact the rescue directly to apply! ๐Ÿ’ŒFavourite ThingsLead WalksCuddles on Sofa

Size
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Age
Adult ยท 6 years
Location
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ชCork
Shelter
HART Animal Rescue Ireland
Living with Al
  • โœ“Vaccinated
  • โœ“Neutered
  • โœ“Microchipped
  • โœ•Good with dogs
  • โœ“Good with cats
Cared for by HART Animal Rescue Irelandย ยท Cork
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Bringing Al home

What you'll need for Al in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier โ€” what most shelters require for pickup.

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    โ‚ฌ35โ€“45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

    First-week safe space. Shelter dogs settle faster with a crate.

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    โ‚ฌ50โ€“80
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    Legal ยท EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    โ‚ฌ8โ€“12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    โ‚ฌ18โ€“25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade โ€” rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    โ‚ฌ30โ€“60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

    Escape-proof for spooky rescues. Safer than a collar in week one.

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    โ‚ฌ20โ€“35

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About Al

What life with Al looks like

Al is a adult dog waiting at HART Animal Rescue Ireland in Cork.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. Plan a "decompression fortnight" โ€” quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures โ€” to let them settle.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ชAdopting from Ireland

Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).

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Frequently asked

Adopting Al, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Al?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. HART Animal Rescue Ireland handles screening and the adoption contract directly โ€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Al on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Al if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad โ€” HART Animal Rescue Ireland will tell you what they need (EU pet passport, rabies titer, transport coordination) and whether they handle transport themselves or refer you to a partner. Plan for an extra โ‚ฌ100โ€“โ‚ฌ350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Al already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?
Most dogs on TailHarbor leave their shelter with sterilization, current vaccinations, microchip ID, and an EU pet passport included in the adoption fee. The vet status on this page reflects what the shelter has reported โ€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Al isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work โ€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with HART Animal Rescue Ireland early rather than rehoming privately; they know Al and can place them more successfully than a second-hand listing can.
Why does the description sometimes read awkwardly?
TailHarbor translates shelter descriptions into English from the source language (EN). Translation is imperfect โ€” names of streets, donors, and shelter-specific terms occasionally slip through unidiomatically. For the cleanest read, click the source link to see the shelter's original page.
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