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Harley

Male · Puppy · 7 months

Harley is looking for an active and understanding home that can continue his training and socialisation. He is very keen to interact with other dogs but is currently under-socialised and can struggle to read their behaviours appropriately, so any resident dog would need to be tolerant, playful, and able to match his high energy levels. He could potentially live with older secondary school-aged children who are experienced around lively young dogs as he can be mouthy when overexcited. Harley will need plenty of daily physical exercise alongside mental stimulation to help him mature into a well-rounded companion. While he settles well in kennels, any leaving times in the home should be introduced gradually to help him adjust comfortably. Harley would thrive with owners committed to guiding him through his teenage months and giving him the structure, patience, and fun he needs. Harley is a 5-month-old Foxhound cross with a loving, energetic personality and a real zest for life. He settles nicely once relaxed but thoroughly enjoys engaging with people and being involved in everything going on around him. Harley is very vigilant and observant, often watching the world around him closely, from parked cars to passing dogs, and he loves to sniff and explore when out on walks. Although he can pull strongly towards things that catch his attention, he is a good listener and responds well when redirected. Harley adores a hands-on fuss, enjoys playing with his toys, and is incredibly friendly with new people. Off lead, his excitement can sometimes get the better of him and he can become a little bouncy and over-stimulated, but his playful and affectionate nature shines through.

Size
Age
Puppy · 7 months
Location
🇬🇧Wickford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Basildon
Living with Harley
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Dogs Trust Basildon · Wickford

Listed 3 weeks ago

Bringing Harley home

What you'll need for Harley 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 Harley

What life with Harley looks like

Harley is a puppy/kitten dog waiting at Dogs Trust Basildon in Wickford.

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.

Wickford, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Harley, answered.

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