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Birch

Male · Young · 3 years

One thing you'll never be short of with Birch is entertainment. He has a wonderfully goofy character and throws himself into everything with enthusiasm, whether that's racing after a tennis ball, exploring a new walking route, or simply joining in with whatever his family is doing. His zest for life is infectious, and his cheerful outlook has a way of brightening even the most ordinary days. For the lucky family who takes him home, Birch promises a life full of fun, laughter, and plenty of muddy pawprints along the way. With a tennis ball always close by and his tail constantly wagging, he is ready to share his days with people who will enjoy his playful, lively approach to life. Birch is a lively and lovable 3-year-old Springer Spaniel with a larger-than-life personality and endless enthusiasm for the world around him. He is looking for an active family who can keep up with his adventurous spirit and give him plenty of opportunities to do the things he loves most. Birch can live with older primary school-aged children and could live with another dog, although he is always happy on his own. He can be left for short periods of time.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Telford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Shrewsbury
Living with Birch
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Dogs Trust Shrewsbury · Telford

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Bringing Birch home

What you'll need for Birch 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 Birch

What life with Birch looks like

Birch is a young adult dog waiting at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury in Telford.

An young adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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.

Telford, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Birch, answered.

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