How do I contact the shelter about Alfie?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Woodgreen Pets Charity handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alfie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Alfie if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Woodgreen Pets Charity 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. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.

Is Alfie 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 — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.

What happens if Alfie isn't the right fit?

Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Woodgreen Pets Charity early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alfie 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 — 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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Alfie

Jack Russell Terrier · Male · Senior · 11 years

Support and Health How much training will I need? Needs some support Can I be left alone? Potentially, once settled Alfie struggled when left home alone in his previous home. We suggest that any time spent home alone is built up slowly, at a pace Alfie is comfortable with, once he has settled into his new home environment. Do I have any medical conditions? History of Alfie has historic medical conditions, namely sore skin (Resolved) Glucose in the his urine (Detected on one occasion, this is not currently an issue), he will also require a dental (This will be completed by Woodgreen vets at our centre, and at our cost) these conditions will require consideration before this pet is rehomed. Our rehoming team will be able to give you further information if you apply to rehome them and you are a successful match. We would also advise that any medical conditions, be that historic or ongoing, are discussed with your own vet prior to taking them home. Who I can live with Can I live with dogs? Yes Can I live with cats? No Can I live with small pets? No Additional information Alfie likes other dogs and enjoys playing with them. However, he can sometimes struggle to understand when dogs don’t want to play or are feeling worried by him, so Alfie needs a little more guidance from his people in these instances. Alfie hasn’t lived with another dog before. From what we have seen onsite and based on his history of enjoying spending time playing with dogs in his previous home, we feel he has the potential to live with another dog who has a similar personality and love for play as Alfie does. . Family and environment What kind of family am I looking for? Alfie’s previous owner described him as her little shadow and as a sociable boy who enjoys a fuss and gets excited when meeting people. Alfie has never met or lived with children before. We feel that, if Alfie were to live with children in his new home, he would be better suited to older children aged 8 years and over, who can understand that he is an older gentleman who can sometimes feel a little worried about being handled. What type of environment would suit me? It is essential that Alfie has access to a secure, private garden in his new home. About Alfie For Alfie, age is just a number. He is still super spritely and likes a run around, especially if another dog is involved. He is a sweet gentleman with a lot of love to give someone.

Size

Small

Age

Senior · 11 years

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

Shelter

Woodgreen Pets Charity

Living with Alfie

✕Good with dogs
✓Good with cats

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About Alfie

What life with Alfie looks like

Alfie is a small senior jack russell terrier dog waiting at Woodgreen Pets Charity in United Kingdom.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧Adopting from United Kingdom

UK shelters work under the Pet Travel Scheme (post-Brexit, the EU pet passport is not valid; a UK Animal Health Certificate is required for travel into the EU). Most UK rescues focus on domestic placements but some work with EU partners.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Alfie, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Alfie?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Woodgreen Pets Charity handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Alfie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Alfie if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Woodgreen Pets Charity 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. UK adopters: post-Brexit travel into the EU requires an Animal Health Certificate. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Alfie 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 — ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Alfie isn't the right fit?: Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work — that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Woodgreen Pets Charity early rather than rehoming privately; they know Alfie 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 — 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.