How do I contact the shelter about Dexter?

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

Can I adopt Dexter if I live in another country?

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

Border Collie · Male · Young · 3 years

Dexter is looking for a home with loving and active adopters who can take him on sniffy adventures, who will take the time to help him settle in and give him all the love and attention he deserves. He is a sweet and playful bean who could live with older secondary school children who are comfortable around a larger, clumsy dog, who will play with him nicely and will give him space to rest when needed. Dexter likes all of the attention to himself, so is looking to be the only pet in the home, he would benefit from being taken on walks in quieter, low dog populated areas as he is worried by other dogs, and so that he can enjoy his walks in peace. Dexter is a super clever guy and already has lots of training under his belt, he does a lovely “sit”, “touch”, “settle” and “crate”, he is currently learning “loose lead walking” and is already house trained and muzzle trained, as he will need to wear a muzzle and be on lead when out in public. He is eager to engage in training in short, sweet sessions as long as a tasty treat is on offer. He would like a home with a private, secure garden for him to have some off lead time pottering about in at his leisure. Dexter can settle nicely in the home, so could be left for up to 4 hours, any leaving time would need to be built up slowly once he has had time to settle into his new home. Dexter will need to meet his adopters multiple times prior to going home with potential home visits to make sure he is settling in ok, so please bear all of this in mind when applying. Please note that should you be shortlisted, our rehoming process usually takes up to 7 days, and potential adopters would be required to come up to the centre to meet him within 48hrs of being shortlisted. Meet Dexter, the super playful and snuggly 3-and-a-half year old Collie cross with the softest heart and enough silly energy to light up a whole house. Playtime? Absolutely his favorite thing ever. Dexter is all about toys—he loves them all, but a teddy is top of the list. Fetch? Total favorite. He could literally play that all day if you let him! When it’s hot out, and the paddling pool is ready, Dexter is straight in there, dragging all his toys in for a splash party. He just wants everyone to have as much fun as him! At home, he’s a total star. Chill and content, Dexter will happily curl up with you on the sofa, squeezing in for some full-on cuddle time and smothering you with slobbery kisses. He’d love to curl up with you in bed, too, but if that’s not for you, no worries—he’ll be just as happy snoozing downstairs in his own spot. This goofy superstar is looking for his forever family, could it be you?

Size

Medium

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇬🇧Chestfield

Shelter

Dogs Trust Canterbury

Living with Dexter

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

Cared for by Dogs Trust Canterbury · Chestfield Learn about Border Collie →

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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Dexter home

What you'll need for Dexter in week one.

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About Dexter

What life with Dexter looks like

Dexter is a medium-sized young adult border collie dog waiting at Dogs Trust Canterbury in Chestfield.

An young 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.

Note from the shelter: High prey drive requiring muzzle training, needs quiet walking areas, requires multiple pre-adoption meetings

🇬🇧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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Dexter, answered.

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