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Flynn

Lurcher · Male · Young · 3 years

Hello, I’m Flynn! I’m a gorgeous Lurcher with a big heart, a playful personality, and a serious love of cuddles. I’m looking for a special forever family who will be patient with me, help me build my confidence, and show me that the world isn’t quite as scary as it can sometimes seem.I’m a bit of an insecure boy when it comes to new things, and I can find unfamiliar places, experiences and situations a little overwhelming. I’m looking for someone who understands that I may need a little time to process things and who will gently guide me at my own pace. Once I feel safe and comfortable, my lovely personality really starts to shine!I absolutely adore my cuddles and love being close to my favourite people. I’m also a playful boy and enjoy having fun, so there’s definitely plenty of silliness and affection waiting to be discovered. I’m a very loving chap who just needs someone to help me feel confident enough to show it.I can make friends with other dogs, although I’m still learning how to behave appropriately when I meet dogs I don’t know. I would benefit from continued socialisation and patient guidance to help me understand these situations and become more confident around unfamiliar dogs.I could potentially live with older teenagers who are dog savvy and understand that I can be a little unsure in new situations. Having people around me who are calm, patient and respectful of my boundaries would help me feel safe and comfortable in my new home.My ideal home is with someone patient, experienced and understanding who will give me the time and encouragement I need to find my feet. I don’t need someone to expect me to be perfect straight away — I need someone who will show me the way, celebrate my little victories and help me grow in confidence.In return, I promise to give you plenty of cuddles, lots of love and my wonderfully playful personality. I may need a little extra patience at the beginning, but with the right person by my side, I know I can blossom into a happy and confident boy.Could you be the person who helps me discover just how wonderful the world can be? NAWT Hertfordshire Tylers Way Watford-By-Pass Hertfordshire Watford WD25 8WT Choose an item from our Amazon wish-list and it will come straight to us! Sponsor me and my friends to ensure I am safe and warm until I find a family to call my own.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Watford
Shelter
National Animal Welfare Trust
Living with Flynn
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Microchipped
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
Cared for by National Animal Welfare Trust · WatfordLearn about Lurcher

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Flynn home

What you'll need for Flynn 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 Flynn

What life with Flynn looks like

Flynn is a large young adult lurcher dog waiting at National Animal Welfare Trust in Watford.

An young 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Flynn, answered.

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