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Dolly Daxi

Female · Adult · 5 years

While Dolly can be a little shy when meeting new people, once you've earned her trust you'll discover a wonderfully devoted little dog whose favourite place is by your side. Dolly would thrive in a relaxed two person household where someone is around for most of the day, as she finds being left alone very difficult and struggles with separation anxiety. Older, sensible teenagers could be considered if they understand her need for a peaceful environment and have previous experience with dogs. She'll need some support with quieter walks, since she struggles seeing dogs when she's out and about. Her future family should also be prepared to support her with her current medical needs, including only having 1 eye, and understanding that although she is doing well, any future issues will be approached one step at a time. Dolly is a sweet five year old Dachshund looking for a calm, loving home where she can be someone's constant companion. Life with Dolly is all about enjoying the simple things together. She's loves nothing more than spending time with her favourite people, happily taking life at a gentle pace. Short, enjoyable walks suit her perfectly, making her an ideal match for someone who values companionship over long adventures. She's fully housetrained, settles beautifully in the car (usually snoozing the journey away) and in the evenings is content relaxing in her crate while still knowing her people are nearby. Dolly finds dogs a little overwhelming and isn't afraid to voice her opinion, and she's generally quite a chatty little character, typical of the breed! If you're looking for a loving, loyal companion who will fill your home with loyalty, companionship and plenty of personality, Dolly is ready to become your very best friend.

Size
Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇧Shoreham by Sea
Shelter
Dogs Trust Shoreham
Living with Dolly Daxi
  • House-trained
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Shoreham · Shoreham by Sea

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Dolly Daxi home

What you'll need for Dolly Daxi 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 Dolly Daxi

What life with Dolly Daxi looks like

Dolly Daxi is a adult dog waiting at Dogs Trust Shoreham in Shoreham by Sea.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Dolly Daxi, answered.

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