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Hendrix

Mixed Breed · Male · Adult · 4 years

Hendrix is an approximately 4 year old Bulldog who came into our care after his previous owner sadly had a change in circumstances. When Hendrix first arrived, he was understandably nervous and unsure of his new surroundings. He spent his first few days feeling quite overwhelmed, but with patience, kindness and plenty of TLC, he has really started to come out of his shell. Hendrix has also enjoyed some time in foster and has proved to be the perfect little house guest! His foster family describe him as a funny, affectionate little character who loves nothing more than being in the same room as you. He is surprisingly polite when you’re eating, choosing to simply sit and give you those big, hopeful eyes! If he thinks dinner is taking too long, he’ll politely paw at his empty bowl and give you a little huff to remind you he’s there. And his sleepy face is just too adorable! Hendrix isn’t looking for a family who wants to take him on long adventures. His breathing means shorter walks are much more suitable, but he absolutely enjoys a little mooch, stopping to sniff and explore at his own pace. Give him a garden, though, and you may see his cheeky side come out with a few enthusiastic zoomies! After his little adventures, Hendrix is happiest relaxing alongside his people and enjoying plenty of cuddles. As a Bulldog, his breathing will need to be monitored, particularly during warmer weather and exercise. His new family will also need to keep up with his facial fold and skin care to help keep him comfortable and healthy. Hendrix would love a home with someone who understands Bulldogs and can give him the time, patience, care and affection he deserves. He could potentially live with sensible older children, a neutered resident dog and dog savvy cats, subject to successful introductions here at the centre. This lovely boy has already shown us what a wonderful companion he can be. Now he just needs someone to see what we see in him and give him the forever home he deserves. Could you be Hendrix’s happily ever after? Hendrix with his teeth on show Hendrix having a nap after his dinner Hendrix demanding bum scratches Hendrix chilling out on the sofa Hendrix enjoys his snuffly mat

Size
Medium
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇬🇧
Shelter
Cardiff Dogs Home
Living with Hendrix
  • Neutered
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Cardiff Dogs HomeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 days ago

Bringing Hendrix home

What you'll need for Hendrix in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Hendrix

What life with Hendrix looks like

Hendrix is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Cardiff Dogs Home.

An adult dog fits most household rhythms once the first couple of weeks of adjustment pass. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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 Hendrix, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Hendrix?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Cardiff Dogs Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Hendrix on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Hendrix if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Cardiff Dogs 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. Plan for an extra €100–€350 in transport costs depending on distance.
Is Hendrix 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 Hendrix 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 Cardiff Dogs Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Hendrix 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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