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Ben

Greyhound · Male · Puppy · 4 months

Ben is a silly, playful puppy trapped in a big dogs body! He is enthusiastic about everything and his tail is always wagging. He is a bigger boy, but don't let that put you off! He's the definition of a gentle giant. He loves to play and bounce about in the garden, playing football, but on the lead he is a gentleman, though he is physically quite a big dog and so would best be walked by an adult. For the same reason, although he loves all children (and the attention he they give him!) he would be better in a home with older children or adults only. Ben is happy to meet other dogs whilst out on walks though is often more interested in the person walking them! With proper introductions he would be happy to share a home with a calm and chilled companion. This lovable boy would fit well in to many environments. He isn't keen on being left alone for long periods, as he is used to having company. He would not be suitable for small children or elderly people just due to his size. His ideal home would be adults only or with older, dog savvy children, with a garden where he can play! He has a very gentle nature and just wants lots of cuddles and scratches – and someone to play football with!

Size
Small
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇮🇪Ireland
Shelter
PetMatch Ireland
Living with Ben
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by PetMatch Ireland · IrelandLearn about Greyhound

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Ben home

What you'll need for Ben in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Ben

What life with Ben looks like

Ben is a small puppy/kitten greyhound dog waiting at PetMatch Ireland in Ireland.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — 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.

🇮🇪Adopting 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 Ben, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Ben?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. PetMatch Ireland handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Ben on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Ben if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — PetMatch 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 €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Ben 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 Ben 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 PetMatch Ireland early rather than rehoming privately; they know Ben 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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