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Buddy

Mixed Breed · Female

Buddy is a charming terrier with a playful personality and a big heart. Whilst initially very worried and unsure of the world around him, he has made wonderful progress and has become an affectionate, cuddly companion who loves spending time with people he trusts. Buddy is looking for a calm home with adopters who will give him the time and patience he needs to settle. He can be wary of unfamiliar people and new situations, but when allowed to approach at his own pace, he shows a friendly and affectionate side. Once he feels safe, he loves curling up on the sofa with his favourite people and enjoys plenty of fuss. He enjoys walks, soft toys, and games of tug, and is happy entertaining himself by tossing toys around. Buddy would benefit from quieter walking locations while he continues to build confidence. Buddy can be selective around other dogs and is most comfortable with female dogs of a similar size to himself. Buddy has the potental to live with a suitable female canine companion following introductions at our centre. Buddy may take a little longer than some dogs to settle, but for someone willing to go at his pace, he will be an incredibly rewarding, loyal, and loving companion. 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 Housetraining Toileting and even not-toileting are common frustrations in dog ownership. Here's our advice on encouraging housetraining in dogs. Dogs, Dog training, Adopters, Dog behaviour If you like this dog, why not take a look at.

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Bath Cats and Dogs Home
Living with Buddy
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Bath Cats and Dogs Home · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Buddy home

What you'll need for Buddy 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 Buddy

What life with Buddy looks like

Buddy is a large adult mixed breed 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 Buddy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Buddy?
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 Buddy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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 Buddy 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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