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Everest

Collie · Female · Puppy · 16 months

About EverestEverest is a beautiful young girl who, sadly, hasn't had the easiest start in life. She came into the care of the RSPCA after being rescued by an inspector from deplorable living conditions alongside multiple other dogs. Due to the neglect she has experienced, Everest has been left feeling very nervous around people she doesn't know. She has experienced very little of the world and missed out on some vital early socialisation. But despite her difficult start, this sweet girl has shown just how brave she can be. Since arriving at the centre, Everest has come on leaps and bounds. With patience, kindness and plenty of encouragement from our staff, she has faced her fears and slowly begun to discover that the world isn't such a scary place after all. She still has a way to go, but we feel she is now ready to take her biggest step yet and find a loving family to call her own. Everest will need a family who understands that trust takes time and is willing to let her settle at her own pace. New people, places and experiences must be introduced slowly and gently, without overwhelming her. Even everyday household items that many of us take for granted may initially worry her, so her family will need to be patient, understanding and committed to helping her build confidence in a safe and reassuring environment. Once Everest knows you and learns to trust you, you'll discover the most devoted little companion. She will become your loyal best friend, happiest by your side, and will love you with her whole heart. But her trust is something that needs to be earned, and the bond she forms with her special people will be incredibly precious. To give Everest the best possible chance of a successful transition into home life, her adopters will need to commit to multiple visits to the centre to build a relationship with her before adoption. One thing that really makes Everest's heart happy is other dogs! She absolutely adores canine company and is at her happiest when playing, having fun and enjoying the company of her four-legged friends. For this reason, she will need a home with another confident, friendly dog who is already established within the family. Having a canine companion will be hugely beneficial in helping Everest feel safe and continue to grow in confidence. Everest hasn't had the start in life that every young dog deserves, but we know that with the right people, she has so much potential. She doesn't need a perfect home, just a special one filled with patience, understanding, kindness and love. Could you be the person who shows Everest that the world can be a wonderful place? In return, you could gain the most devoted little best friend who, once she lets you into her heart, will love you forever.

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Age

Puppy · 16 months

Location

🇬🇧York

Shelter

RSPCA York Animal Home

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About Everest

What life with Everest looks like

Everest is a puppy collie dog waiting at RSPCA York Animal Home in York.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇬🇧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 Everest, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Everest?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA York Animal Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Everest on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Everest if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — RSPCA York Animal Home 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Everest 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 Everest 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 RSPCA York Animal Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Everest 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.