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Bear

Rottweiler Β· Male Β· Puppy Β· 10 months

Bear is a fun-loving, affectionate young Rottweiler cross with a big personality and an equally big zest for life. As an adolescent large-breed dog, he is still learning about the world around him and will thrive with owners who can provide clear guidance, consistency, and plenty of positive experiences as he matures. Bear is a clever dog who enjoys learning and will benefit from owners who are willing to practise his training regularly and celebrate his successes. He has already begun learning important foundation skills, including handler focus work and learning basic commands such as sit, wait & off. He is an intelligent dog who is keen to learn more. Bear would be looking to be the only dog in the household at this time as in his previous home, Bear showed behaviours that suggested he was uncomfortable sharing his owner's attention with other dogs. By being the only dog in the home, Bear can lap up the attention and love without finding himself in a situation he may find challenging. Although Bear cannot live with other dogs, he generally enjoys the company of dogs when out and about. He is a strong boy on lead and can become very bouncy and enthusiastic when he sees other dogs. During his time with us, he has socialised with a variety of dogs and has shown himself to be playful, friendly, and keen to interact. He can sometimes become over-excited and is still learning how to manage his enthusiasm. Once settled, Bear may enjoy walking with calm, well-mannered dogs who can continue to act as a role model and provide positive social experiences. Bear has lived in a home before coming into our care and will need time to fully settle before being expected to spend time alone. In his previous home, he benefitted from a structured routine and quiet rest periods. Since arriving with us, he can struggle with being left alone. New owners should build up any time left alone gradually before leaving him for extended periods of time. Bear is not currently housetrained in kennels; however, he was clean in his previous home. As with many dogs entering a new environment, he may need a little refresher training while he adjusts to his new home and routine. Bear is a friendly and affectionate dog who enjoys interacting with people, although he can sometimes become excited and forget his manners and size. He responds well to guidance and is learning that sitting politely is a great way to earn attention or a treat. One of Bear’s favourite thing are toys, and he often uses them to help himself settle when he's feeling excited. His favourite toy currently is a sturdy ragger toy, which he loves carrying around and throwing about during play. He is happy to entertain himself and can spend time playing independently. While he does enjoy interactive games such as tug, he can lose interest quickly. Bear has shown lovely manners around his toys and is happy to exchange them for another toy or a tasty treat when asked. Bear is a wonderful young dog with lots of potential. He is looking for a committed home that can provide structure, guidance and patience while continuing his training journey. In return, his new owners will gain a fun, affectionate, and enthusiastic companion who loves to learn and be part of family life. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Bear, you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest.

Size
Large
Age
Puppy Β· 10 months
Location
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Bear
  • βœ“House-trained
  • βœ•Good with dogs
  • βœ•Good with cats
  • βœ“Good with kids
Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats HomeΒ Β· LondonLearn about Rottweiler β†’

Listed 5 months ago

Bringing Bear home

What you'll need for Bear in week one.

Hand-picked Β· prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier β€” 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 Β· 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 β€” 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 Bear

What life with Bear looks like

Bear is a large puppy rottweiler dog waiting at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window β€” house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§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.

London, United Kingdom β€” browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Bear, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Bear?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Bear on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Bear if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Battersea Dogs & Cats Home 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Bear 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Bear isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Battersea Dogs & Cats Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Bear 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 β€” 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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