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Daphne

Female · Adult · 3 years

Support and Health How much training will I need? Needs ongoing support Can I be left alone? No Daphne struggles being left home alone, so is looking for owners who are around most of the time initially to help her settle in slowly. Since being on foster, she has managed to do nearly 1hr but it has been a gradual process, that will likely need restarting in her next home. Do I have any medical conditions? History of Daphne has historic medical conditions, namely ear infections that are now resolved, that will require consideration before this pet is rehomed. Our rehoming team will be able to give you further information if you apply to rehome Daphne and you are a successful match. We would also advise that any medical conditions, be that historic or ongoing, are discussed with your own vet prior to taking them home. Who I can live with Can I live with dogs? Yes Can I live with cats? No Can I live with small pets? No Additional information Daphne could go on walks with calm doggy friends, but she will need time to build a bond with them and needs to go at her own pace. Daphne could also potentially be rehomed with another like-minded, medium and above sized, robust dog pending a successful dog mix on site as she can be selective with her doggy friends. Family and environment What kind of family am I looking for? We feel Daphne would be best suited to living with older children, aged 11 plus due to some of her sensitivities. Once she’s been given time to build a relationship, she gets very excited to see you and loves to have cuddles, but will take herself away when she’s had all the attention she wants. What type of environment would suit me? Daphne will need a secure garden with 6ft fencing, so she’s got a safe space to burn off her energy, zoom around and play with her toys. About Daphne Daphne is a young Lurcher with a big heart and an even bigger love for her people. She is a truly sweet, affectionate girl who is a joy to have around and has so much love to give. Daphne loves nothing more than a good play in the garden with her soft toys — usually accompanied by some very typical Lurcher vocalisations! Once she’s had her fun, she’s more than happy to curl up in one of her favourite resting spots, especially if there’s a comfy cushion waiting for her. In her foster home, Daphne is affectionate and loving, enjoying spending time with her people. She’ll happily greet you with a wagging tail and plenty of affection, and she really enjoys being part of family life. Daphne can be a little timid at times and may take a while to feel confident in new situations. She will therefore need a patient, calm and understanding home where she can take things at her own pace and have the time and space to build her confidence. Once Daphne gets to know you, she has so much love to give. She is a special girl who will thrive with someone willing to help her discover just how wonderful the world can be

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Woodgreen Pets Charity
Living with Daphne
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✓Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Woodgreen Pets Charity · United Kingdom

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Daphne home

What you'll need for Daphne 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 Daphne

What life with Daphne looks like

Daphne is a large adult dog waiting at Woodgreen Pets Charity 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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Daphne, answered.

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