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Dustin

Dachshund · Unknown

Dustin – South Wales 3years Black & Tan Smooth standard (13kg) Neutered Adoption Fee £350 Dustin is a truly special boy who is searching for a tranquil place to call home. He is a remarkably communicative companion who thrives on human connection and cuddles. His zest for life is evident in his love for play, and will enjoy playing ball and walking with his family. While Dustin is an endearing and loyal soul, he needs a quiet and calm home where someone is around much of the time. He has recently moved to Wales and is flourishing in a quiet, countryside setting but is unhappy apart from his people. He requires a patient, adult-only home where his family is prepared to provide a calm atmosphere and commit to his ongoing training. He currently lives with dogs and would find a calm, female dachshund to be a helpful companion, offering him a sense of stability as he learns to navigate the world. Dustin is currently undergoing a pain trial for potential discomfort in his back legs and hips. He is also starting on anti anxiety medication to help him navigate moving to a new home. To ensure he remains happy and healthy, any ongoing medical treatment required for this will be funded by The Red Foundation, furthermore, behavioural support is available to assist his new adopters, ensuring everyone feels supported through his transition. In the right setting, Dustin’s expressive personality and devoted nature will truly shine, making him an incredibly rewarding addition to a quiet, dedicated household. Requirements in a home : Cannot live with children Could live with a calm, spayed female Dachshund pending a successful meeting Someone who is home most of the time Cannot live with cats For more information, please email

Size
Age
Location
🇬🇧Pentlow Street
Shelter
The Red Foundation
Living with Dustin
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by The Red Foundation · Pentlow StreetLearn about Dachshund

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Dustin home

What you'll need for Dustin 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 Dustin

What life with Dustin looks like

Dustin is a adult dachshund dog waiting at The Red Foundation in Pentlow Street.

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.

Pentlow Street, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Dustin, answered.

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