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Bailey

Golden Retriever · Male · Young · 2 years

Call us to find out more about Bailey! Bailey is a gorgeous, energetic 2-year-old Huntaway cross who absolutely loves spending time with his favourite people. One of his favourite things in the world is getting lots of cuddles and snuggles from those he knows and trusts best. Playing with toys is a close second! Bailey loves a game of fetch and will happily bring his toys back to you so the fun can continue. He also enjoys going for long walks in quieter areas, where he can take his time having a good sniff and exploring his surroundings. Bailey is a big fan of adventures too and loves jumping in the car for road trips to new and exciting places! When out and about, Bailey can be quite vocal when he spots other dogs, as he is eager to say hello. He has lots of doggy friends and enjoys their company, and he is continuing to learn how to manage his excitement when meeting dogs. Bailey is currently doing some training here at the centre, and he is doing brilliantly. He is such a clever boy who loves learning new things and showing off what he can do. With his loving nature, playful personality and adventurous spirit, Bailey has so much to offer. Could this gorgeous boy be the one for you?AWE licence number 13090 by West Lothian Council.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧West Calder
Shelter
Dogs Trust West Calder
Living with Bailey
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust West Calder · West CalderLearn about Golden Retriever →
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Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Bailey home

What you'll need for Bailey in week one.

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  1. 01
    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
  3. 03
    Legal · EU

    Car Seatbelt Tether

    Legally required in most EU countries for transporting dogs.

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    €8–12
  4. 04

    Adaptil Calming Spray

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

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    €18–25
  5. 05

    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

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

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    €30–60
  6. 06
    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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

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    €20–35

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About Bailey

What life with Bailey looks like

Bailey is a large young adult golden retriever dog waiting at Dogs Trust West Calder in West Calder.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. Plan a "decompression fortnight" — quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures — to let them settle.

🇬🇧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.

West Calder, United Kingdom — browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Bailey, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bailey?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Dogs Trust West Calder handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bailey on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bailey if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dogs Trust West Calder 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 Bailey 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 Bailey 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 West Calder early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bailey 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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