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Coco

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 5 years

Meet Coco, a sensitive sofa-loving Lurcher with a wonderfully goofy side waiting to come out. In his previous home, Coco’s idea of a great day was fairly simple: find the comfiest spot on the sofa, have a good snooze, enjoy a snack or chewy and wander over for some affection when the mood took him. When he wants attention, he’s known for rolling around and making funny shapes until somebody notices him, and he particularly enjoys a good bum scratch. Coco can also be playful when the moment is right. He has enjoyed toys, games with his family and play with compatible dog friends, but he’s equally happy doing his own thing. He’s an independent boy who appreciates having a comfortable space where he can completely switch off. Life in kennels has been a big adjustment for Coco and initially he found unfamiliar people and surroundings very scary. With patient carers he has made lovely progress, gradually approaching for treats and affection and even leaning into trusted people when he needs a little reassurance. His new family will need to have experience with worried or sensitive dogs, give him time to settle and let him build relationships at his own pace. Coco has previously lived with children and other dogs and could do so again with the right match, specifically teenagers and a calm and independent companion. He particularly appreciates people and dogs who understand when he would rather have some space. He would also really enjoy a private garden of his own to build confidence. For a patient family who can give him security, comfortable places to snooze and plenty of time to find his feet, Coco has all the ingredients to become a very affectionate, funny and wonderfully laid-back companion. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Coco, you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇧London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Coco
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · LondonLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Coco home

What you'll need for Coco 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 Coco

What life with Coco looks like

Coco is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

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.

Note from the shelter: Can be nervous of strangers and may vocalize when worried. Needs head collar for walks.

🇬🇧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.

London, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Coco, answered.

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