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Croc

Jack Russell Terrier · Male · Adult · 7 years

Croc has had a bit of a sheltered life before coming to us, but is showing himself to be such a brave lad! He would love an understanding home where he can come out of his shell at his own pace. He will need some support with the basics that he missed out on previously, such as house-training and travelling in a car. He will need a family that are around for most of the time while he settles in, as he can be a bit upset being left on his own. He is a wonderful chap, and will be a brilliant companion! His new family will be so lucky to have him. Meet Croc, a 7-year old Terrier Cross looking for his forever home! Croc is a very typical terrier, who loves his walks and getting all his sniffs in. Croc could potentially live with another dog in the home, pending a successful meet in the centre. Any children in the home should be sensible, older primary school aged as he can still be a bit timid when meeting new people. Croc is a sweetheart, and will ask for fuss from his people. He loves being around his pals, and would prefer for his new family to be around most of the time in his new home while he settles in. Croc loves his toys, and will be your best friend if you have a ball to throw for him! Croc will be looking for an active home that can keep him nice and busy! He loves to explore new places and get his nose down for a good sniff. He walks well on lead, though, he hasn't got much experience in this area so he will need some support with his confidence! Croc can be a bit vocal when he wants your attention, but should settle down once in his new home. He is such a sweet boy, and we can't wait to see him thriving in his forever home.

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇬🇧Cardiff
Shelter
Dogs Trust Cardiff
Living with Croc
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Cardiff · CardiffLearn about Jack Russell Terrier

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Croc home

What you'll need for Croc 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 Croc

What life with Croc looks like

Croc is a adult jack russell terrier dog waiting at Dogs Trust Cardiff in Cardiff.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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.

Cardiff, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Croc, answered.

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