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Blue

Shih Tzu · Male · Senior · 12 years

Blue could live with children 10+. He could live with other dogs and potentially cats and small animals though we have no history of his behaviour around such animals, so training may be needed in the home. Blue is an adorable older boy who is showing no signs of slowing down just yet! Despite his age, Blue is still an active little fella who enjoys his walk and loves being out and about catching up on the day’s news/fresh sniffs! Blue can be vocal and is keen to communicate if you are not quick enough in giving him attention! Blue is still a very playful lad and loves his toys – especially enjoying ragging them around! Blue deserves to find a wonderful retirement home with a family who still enjoy being active allowing Blue the spend his twilight years enjoying his life, and having as much fun as possible. Blue may be an older boy but has a lot of zest for life and love to give to his new family Blue has had a UTI which he has received treatment for in our care. Though Blue is not currently on any medication (other than daily Yumove supplement), he may need a little help later in life. As this is now a ‘pre-existing condition’, it will likely be excluded from future insurance policies.

Size
Small
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇬🇧Newcastle
Shelter
Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter
Living with Blue
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter · NewcastleLearn about Shih Tzu →

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Blue home

What you'll need for Blue 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 Blue

What life with Blue looks like

Blue is a small senior shih tzu dog waiting at Newcastle Dog and Cat Shelter in Newcastle.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧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.

Newcastle, United Kingdom — browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Blue, answered.

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