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Alfie

Jack Russell Terrier · Male · Senior · 13 years

Alfie is a gentle, sensitive 13-year-old Jack Russell with a lovely laid-back side once he feels comfortable. He enjoys taking life slowly, whether that’s having a good sniff on a gentle walk, pottering around the house or settling down for a snooze on the sofa. He likes being near his people and will happily sit beside you, but he isn’t a dog who needs constant fuss. Alfie prefers affection on his own terms, which makes him a great match for someone who appreciates a quieter companion and is happy to let that bond grow naturally. He’s fully house-trained, travels really well in the car and settles nicely once he knows his surroundings. New situations can take him a little time to process, but with patience he soon finds his feet. If you’re looking for a sweet older dog who is more about sofa snuggles, gentle adventures and peaceful companionship than a hectic lifestyle, Alfie could be your perfect match. Alfie is looking for a peaceful home where he can enjoy life at his own pace, with people who are happy to let him settle in and get to know them in his own time. He’d love a calm household with minimal visitors, where he can potter about, relax on the sofa and have plenty of opportunities for gentle sniffy walks. He’ll need to be the only dog in the home and could live with secondary school aged children. Alfie can be a little sensitive when things feel unfamiliar, so patient adopters who are happy to give him space and build his confidence gradually would be a great match. Once he’s settled, he’s happy to be left for around 4-6 hours and has already shown that he can relax comfortably on his own. If your home is more cosy and calm than busy and bustling, and you’re looking for a lovely older boy to share the sofa with, Alfie could fit in beautifully.

Size
Age
Senior · 13 years
Location
🇬🇧Newbury
Shelter
Dogs Trust Newbury
Living with Alfie
  • House-trained
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Newbury · NewburyLearn about Jack Russell Terrier

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Bringing Alfie home

What you'll need for Alfie in week one.

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    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier — what most shelters require for pickup.

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    €35–45
  2. 02
    Editor's pick

    Folding Wire Crate

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

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    €50–80
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    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

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

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Alfie

What life with Alfie looks like

Alfie is a senior jack russell terrier dog waiting at Dogs Trust Newbury in Newbury.

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.

Newbury, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

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. Dogs Trust Newbury 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 — Dogs Trust Newbury 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 Dogs Trust Newbury 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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