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Dutch

Male · Adult · 4 years

Dutch is an incredible boy who has come into our care from a pound in Ireland in search of a fresh start. Unfortunately, we don't know much about his history, but what we do know is that he is one of the most loving and affectionate dogs you could ever hope to meet, with a heart as big as his personality. Dutch simply wants to be close to his people, whether that's following you around, leaning into you for fuss, or curling up beside you for cuddles. Being with the people he loves is all he really wants. Dutch would love to find a home with adopters who are around for most of the day and can include him in everyday life. He thrives on human companionship and will make a wonderfully devoted shadow to his new family. He will need adopters who have experience with similar breeds and understand typical breed traits, including prey drive and the need for appropriate mental and physical enrichment. Dutch would be best suited to life as an only dog. Although he can socialise well with other dogs of a similar size, he can become overexcited and mouthy, which may lead to frustration. Because of this, he is muzzle trained and wears a muzzle during social interactions to help him continue building positive experiences. He cannot live with cats or small furries. As Dutch has never lived in a home before, he will need support with house training and learning the general routines of family life. He is such a clever boy and always tries his very best to do the right thing, so we are confident he will enjoy learning with patient, positive guidance. Dutch already walks well on a lead, although he can occasionally be reactive when passing other kennels. This is understandable in a busy rescue environment and may be something his adopters will need to continue working on. He is an energetic, happy-go-lucky boy who is more than ready to start exploring the world with his new family. An active home where he can enjoy plenty of walks, enrichment, training and quality time with his people would suit him perfectly. Dutch could share his home with older, dog-savvy teenagers who can appreciate that he will need a gentle introduction to his new surroundings and his own space to settle in. Dutch is bright, affectionate and full of love. He has so much to offer and is simply looking for someone to love as much as he loves them. For the right family, he will be an incredibly loyal, fun-loving and devoted companion. Dutch has a passport and travel document.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇬🇧Llanelli
Shelter
Many Tears Animal Rescue
Living with Dutch
  • ✓Vaccinated
  • ✓Neutered
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Many Tears Animal Rescue · Llanelli

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Dutch home

What you'll need for Dutch 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 Dutch

What life with Dutch looks like

Dutch is a large adult dog waiting at Many Tears Animal Rescue in Llanelli.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. A larger dog like this one needs daily off-leash time when possible — a fenced yard or regular access to safe walking trails. 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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Dutch, answered.

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