How do I contact the shelter about BOBBY?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Good Life Dog Rescue handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw BOBBY on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt BOBBY if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Good Life Dog Rescue 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 BOBBY 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 BOBBY 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 Good Life Dog Rescue early rather than rehoming privately; they know BOBBY 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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BOBBY

Staffordshire Bull Terrier · Male · Young · 3 years

MEET BOBBY BLUE. ONE LARGE HANDSOME STAFFY CROSS BREED NEEDS A HOME Bobby is one beautiful large bull breed that just loves to please. He is extremely sweet and loves nothing better than being cuddled. Bobby has a beautiful temperament and loves his walks and his human contact. He is a larger boy with a big heart and is so eager to please. Poor Bobby is not a fan of being in kennels and finds the whole caboodle a little overwhelming. Although he is a large dog he walks well on his lead. He is happiest enjoying the outdoors and lapping up company. He loves the stream on his rural adventure and is absolutely ball bonkers. He will play ball all day if you allow. Bob came to us from a local stray kennels recently and has so much love to give. Sadly large breed dogs of bull breed mix are often a struggle to place in rescues. Blue Bob can be bouncy and boisterous and would benefit with some guidance and training for jumping up. We feel Bobby would be best suited in an adult home where someone just loves Staffies and their personalities. We would not rehome Bob with young children due to his bouncy nature and a preferred home is an an only dog. This boy has so much more to give and we would love to see him out of kennels and in home comforts as soon as possible. Please read on for the sort home we feel our Bobster needs. WHAT SORT OF HOME DOES BOBBY NEED? Bobby needs a very loving home and with someone who is used to bull breeds. He loves people however is a large chap that can be boisterous and giddy. He will need a home that love to walk due to his energetic nature. Of curse this said a place next to you on the sofa would also make this large goofball very happy indeed. Finding Bobby the right love match is essential. He is not a lightweight and we feel a more experienced bull breed home would be perfect for him. Bobby can be found very often sulking in the front of his kennel. He isn't one to like his own company ad much prefers a human by his side. A home that will not leave bob as a lonely dog all day would be great. He is loving, very loyal and would make a brilliant dog for humans that love and understand his breed. Bob has been accepting of many dogs at the kennels however in life we cannot guarantee he will love ever dog he meets. After all we don't love every person we meet. If you feel this stunning chap may be the dog for you we welcome applications to discuss him. Please support the stray of Yorkshire. At the moment we have many dogs in our care that have been ill treated, abused and seriously neglected. We are working flat out and long hours to manage all admin as well as ensuring all our dogs are well cared for during the day. Their welfare every day is our priority. Our vet bills and kennelling bills are always large. We are a very small charity and exist with a huge passion for the welfare of stray dogs in this country. We appreciate all support. Good Life Dog Rescue has now relocated to kennels in Garforth. Visits by appointment are available seven days at week.

Size

Extra large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

Shelter

Good Life Dog Rescue

Living with BOBBY

✕Good with kids

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What life with BOBBY looks like

BOBBY is a extra-large young adult staffordshire bull terrier dog waiting at Good Life Dog Rescue in United Kingdom.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting BOBBY, answered.

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