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Finn

Greyhound · Male · Adult · 7 years

Beautiful Finn is looking for his forever home DOB: 07/03/2019 Finn is a big, beautiful blue boy. He has been through a lot as he was returned to us after 5 years in a home but he’s finally starting to relax and show his lovely nature.A bit about Finn: Walks like a dream Not bothered by traffic Happy around other dogs Ducks, swans, bikes… no problem! Squirrels though… that’s another story! Loves a fuss and a groom……but also needs his space respected Finn has sleep startle & can guard his bed/food, so needs an experienced, greyhound-savvy home In the right home, he’s calm, trusting & hasn’t shown any aggression in fosterLooking for: No children Calm, understanding home Someone who “gets” greyhounds Routine & reassurance He doesn’t need perfect…just someone patient, kind, and willing to understand him and he’ll be your loyal companion for life 🐾❤️For more info please WhatsApp Kerry07572 296780

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇬🇧England (nationwide)
Shelter
Greyhound Protection UK
Living with Finn
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Greyhound Protection UK · England (nationwide)Learn about Greyhound →
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Bringing Finn home

What you'll need for Finn 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 Finn

What life with Finn looks like

Finn is a large adult greyhound dog waiting at Greyhound Protection UK in England (nationwide).

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.

England (nationwide), United Kingdom — browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Finn, answered.

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