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Bug

Mastiff · Male · Adult · 5 years

Bug loves to be out and about exploring and sniffing new places, but can be quite strong on the lead so will need adopters who can continue his ongoing training in this area. It's important his new family are confident managing a large and often excitable dog. Bug loves his toys, but they often don't last too long. He LOVES to jump into the car and will even try to jump into an open window given the chance, so would likely be a perfect adventure buddy! Our big and beautiful Bug is ready to find his forever home. This gentle giant has come into our care as a stray but has been nothing but a pleasure to care for. Bug is a friendly boy and we think he could live with lower primary aged children providing they are confident around big dogs and following a meet here at the centre. Bug can sometimes be a little clumsy and not quite realise just how big he is! Bug may need some support with settling into a home environment which may include things such as housetraining and learning how to spend time alone, so we recommend this is built up gradually. Bug can be unsure at times around other dogs so is learning to wear a muzzle when on walks, he would prefer to be the only dog in the home but could have calm, tolerant walking friends but would need to be kept muzzled during his dog interactions

Size
Extra large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇧Kenilworth
Shelter
Dogs Trust Kenilworth
Living with Bug
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Kenilworth · KenilworthLearn about Mastiff →

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Bug home

What you'll need for Bug 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 Bug

What life with Bug looks like

Bug is a extra-large adult mastiff dog waiting at Dogs Trust Kenilworth in Kenilworth.

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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Bug, answered.

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