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Bertie

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 3 years

Bertie is looking for a quiet, rural home with patient, understanding adopters who will let him discover the world at his own pace. A private, secure garden is essential, as Bertie may not feel ready for walks straight away and will need time to build up his confidence before venturing into the big wide world. Bertie would thrive best in an adult only home with very few visitors, so he can feel safe and settled without the pressure of meeting lots of new people. He finds comfort in having a secure space to retreat to and already enjoys resting in his crate, so having one available in his new home would be beneficial to ensure Bertie feels as safe and comfortable as possible. Time left alone will also need to be introduced gradually. Above all, Bertie needs patient adopters who are willing to take things slow and understand that every step forward should happen at his pace. Bertie is a two year old Crossbreed with a gentle heart and a playful spirit waiting to shine. Watching Bertie grow in confidence is incredibly rewarding, and once you've earned his trust, you'll discover the wonderfully goofy boy hiding beneath his shy exterior. When he decides you're one of his favourite people, he will run over and throw himself at you for a cuddle! He adores soft toys, loves a game of ball in the garden with people he knows, and is wonderfully animated and excitable. Bertie has already made fantastic progress and continues to grow in confidence, proving that with kindness and patience he is ready to keep blossoming into a sweet, loyal companion.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Shoreham by Sea
Shelter
Dogs Trust Shoreham
Living with Bertie
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Shoreham · Shoreham by SeaLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Bertie home

What you'll need for Bertie 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 Bertie

What life with Bertie looks like

Bertie is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Dogs Trust Shoreham in Shoreham by Sea.

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.

Shoreham by Sea, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Bertie, answered.

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