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Doug

Greyhound · Male · Young · 3 years

Doug could live with other dogs ( pending a successful dog mix here at the centre) and would be suitable for a home with older primary school-aged children who are confident around larger, energetic dogs. He is looking for a family who can match his enthusiasm for life and provide plenty of mental and physical enrichment. A pocket full of treats and lots of toys are essential for this playful boy, as he loves to learn, engage, and have fun with his people. In return, Doug will offer endless affection, companionship, and plenty of happy moments to his forever family. Doug is a fun-loving, friendly boy aged 3 years and 9 months who is guaranteed to bring plenty of energy and enthusiasm into your home. He is confident when meeting new people and can be very excitable and bouncy on first introductions, so he'll need a family who enjoy an active and engaging companion. Doug is equally confident around other dogs and is happy to sniff, play, and enjoy walks with his canine friends. His ideal home will embrace his lively personality and continue to provide him with positive experiences, guidance, and plenty of opportunities for fun.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Wickford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Basildon
Living with Doug
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Basildon · WickfordLearn about Greyhound

Listed 6 days ago

Bringing Doug home

What you'll need for Doug in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Doug

What life with Doug looks like

Doug is a young adult greyhound dog waiting at Dogs Trust Basildon in Wickford.

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.

🇬🇧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.

Wickford, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Doug, answered.

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