How do I contact the shelter about Chip?

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

Can I adopt Chip if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dogs Trust Harefield 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 Chip 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 Chip 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 Harefield early rather than rehoming privately; they know Chip 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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Chip

Akita · Male · Young · 1 year

Chip is a super clever young boy who is very eager to learn and do well. He is keen to learn new tricks and enjoys his training and enrichment, especially if tasty treats are involved. He is an active dog who enjoys his walks and adores getting lots of fuss and attention. Chip would love an active home that can take him on adventures and show him the world. He will thrive in a home that has the time and patience to let him explore the world in his own goofy way, whilst also providing him with training and guidance to help him be the best dog he can be. Our team will help with ongoing guidance and training as he adjusts to life in a home. Chip is a large, loveable, friendly and playful boy full of fun energy with a big heart. If you can match his energy, give him lots of love and provide him with his forever home, let us know by putting him in your favourites when you fill out your application. Cheerful Chip is looking for his forever home with adopters who are up for a challenge with our big goofball and have had experience with large/high-energy breeds! He would like a family that can provide ongoing training as well as physical and mental stimulation, as Chip loves using his clever brain. He is a large boy and can become overwhelmed and overly excited at times, so he will need a family willing to help him learn to manage his frustration. Our team has been working hard with him to build up his life skills and training to make his transition to home life smoother. Chip can live with secondary aged children, who are dog-savvy and have visitors who are a bit younger, but this would need to be managed sensibly. He will need and love to have a private garden to explore and burn some energy off in. His dream home will be in a quiet and rural area. Chip will need to be the only pet in the home. Once settled, he would really benefit from having some calm walking buddies. He is a happy pup, yet he can be worried by loud noises and the car and will look for reassurance in certain situations. Any leave time will need to be built up slowly. Chip is looking for a family which is happy to come in and do multiple meets with him, work closely with our behaviour team and be available for a home visit before he is adopted.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 1 year

Location

🇬🇧Harefield

Shelter

Dogs Trust Harefield

Living with Chip

✓Microchipped
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✕Good with kids
✕Has special needs

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About Chip

What life with Chip looks like

Chip is a large young adult akita dog waiting at Dogs Trust Harefield in Harefield.

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.

Note from the shelter: Needs quiet rural environment, can be overwhelmed by loud noises and car travel, requires ongoing training and mental stimulation

🇬🇧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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Chip, answered.

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