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Betty

Female

Betty is a beautiful gentle giant with a soft heart, an independent spirit, and plenty of love to give to the people she trusts. Like many guardian breeds, she takes her time getting to know new people, but once you've earned her trust, you'll discover an affectionate, loyal companion who loves being close to her favourite humans. Despite her impressive size, Betty is generally a calm, low-energy girl who enjoys a relaxed lifestyle. She settles well indoors, enjoys spending time in home-style environments, and is more than happy to snooze the day away after a gentle walk. She walks beautifully on lead and is surprisingly manageable for such a large breed, making her a pleasure to take out and about with the right handling. Betty is still learning how to navigate social situations with other dogs, but with continued support from experienced owners and potentially a behaviour professional, she may continue to make progress in this area. When out and about on walks, she has already shown to be very responsive to her handlers and can easily disengage from what’s going on around her to focus on her people! For the right family, Betty promises to be a deeply loyal, affectionate lady and a truly special friend. As you can see, Betty came to the Home with cropped ears. This practice is illegal in the UK and is not supported by the RSPCA. Ready to adopt? Donate Can't adopt? Please donate to help pets in need today. Walking with a reactive dog Tips for coping with your everyday walks Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour, Reactivity We love muzzles! Why muzzles are beneficial, choosing a good muzzle and how to train your dog to wear one Dogs, Dog training, Dog behaviour, Reactivity Dog adoption timeline What to expect in the weeks and months after adopting a dog Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour Your dog's first week home How to help your new friend settle in and start to build a bond Dogs, Adopters, Dog behaviour If you like this dog, why not take a look at.

Size
Extra large
Age
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Bath Cats and Dogs Home
Living with Betty
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Bath Cats and Dogs Home · United Kingdom

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Betty home

What you'll need for Betty 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 Betty

What life with Betty looks like

Betty is a extra-large adult dog waiting at Bath Cats and Dogs Home in United Kingdom.

An 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Betty, answered.

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