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Belgian Malinois · Male · Puppy · 11 months

Dave is an 11-month-old crossbreed and a lively young boy with bags of potential. He has a clever nature and is already showing he can pick things up quickly. He loves treats, which will be a great motivator for ongoing training, and he really enjoys playing with toys—especially soft ones! Dave does have a slightly sensitive side at times, so he would be best suited to a home with children aged 12+ who can understand his needs and give him the space and time to settle in at his own pace. He may be able to live with another confident dog that is able to match his bouncy, energetic play style. following a successful meet at the centre. Dave can be strong on lead and will need adopters who are committed to continuing his training, particularly around loose-lead walking and basic manners in the home. As an active young dog, he will benefit from plenty of both physical exercise and mental stimulation to keep him happy and fulfilled. As we don't have any home history, Dave will need support with house training and gradually building up time left alone.

Size
Age
Puppy · 11 months
Location
🇬🇧Kenilworth
Shelter
Dogs Trust Kenilworth
Living with Dave
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Dogs Trust Kenilworth · KenilworthLearn about Belgian Malinois

Listed 2 weeks ago

Bringing Dave home

What you'll need for Dave 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
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    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 Dave

What life with Dave looks like

Dave is a puppy/kitten belgian malinois dog waiting at Dogs Trust Kenilworth in Kenilworth.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇬🇧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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Dave, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Dave?
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 Dave on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Dave 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 Dave 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 Dave 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 Dave 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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