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Dobby

Mixed Breed Β· Female

πŸΎπŸ’— MEET DOBBY β€” A VERY SPECIAL THREE-LEGGED GIRL LOOKING FOR HER FOREVER HOME πŸ’—πŸΎ Dobby | D2026-62 🐢 6-month-old Whippet Cross πŸ“ Fostered in Cardiff πŸ’‰ 1st vaccination πŸ†” Microchipped πŸ› Up to date with flea & worm treatment βœ‚οΈ To be adopted on a neutering agreement πŸ›‘οΈ Includes 5 weeks FREE Agria pet insurance Dobby is a little fighter who has had a tough start, but she hasn't let that dampen her love for life! πŸ’•πŸΎ Dobby had her left leg amputated on 11/09/26 and is recovering really well. Her vets are extremely pleased with her progress. She is still experiencing some discomfort, so she's looking for a calm, understanding home while she continues to heal. πŸ’— Dobby : ✨ Absolutely loves people 🐢 Loves other dogs and gets wonderfully animated around them, with the biggest, most enthusiastic tail wags! 🏑 House trained πŸš— Happily has her lead attached and will allow herself to be lifted into the car πŸ›οΈ Sleeps downstairs in her own bed β€” she may whine briefly, but settles 🍽️ No issues with sharing food Dobby would benefit from having someone around for some of the day , as she does experience separation anxiety. Another friendly dog could be lovely for her, but isn't essential as long as she has good doggy friends . πŸ‘§ Children over 10 only , due to her recent surgery and the discomfort she is still experiencing. 🐱 Not yet cat tested , so any future compatibility with cats or small furries would need to be assessed. Dobby has already overcome so much. Now she needs someone who will give her the time, patience and love she deserves while she learns just how amazing life on three legs can be. πŸ’—πŸΎ APPLY HERE DOG ADOPTION APPLICATION FORM

Size
Small
Age
β€”
Location
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§United Kingdom
Shelter
Friends of Animals Wales
Living with Dobby
  • βœ“Vaccinated
  • βœ“Microchipped
  • βœ“Good with dogs
  • βœ“Good with cats
Cared for by Friends of Animals WalesΒ Β· United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed β†’

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Dobby home

What you'll need for Dobby in week one.

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  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier β€” 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 Β· 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 β€” 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 Dobby

What life with Dobby looks like

Dobby is a small adult mixed breed dog waiting at Friends of Animals Wales in United Kingdom.

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" β€” quiet routine, no visitors, no off-leash adventures β€” to let them settle.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§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 β€” browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dobby, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Dobby?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Friends of Animals Wales handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Dobby on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Dobby if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” Friends of Animals Wales 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 Dobby 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Dobby isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with Friends of Animals Wales early rather than rehoming privately; they know Dobby 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 β€” 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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