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Henry

Dachshund · Unknown · Young · 3 years

HENRY Rotherham, South Yorkshire Adoption fee £350 Male (10kg) • 3 years old • Silver Dapple Smooth • Neutered Finding Henry the right home may be challenging, particularly as he has already experienced seven different homes. However, we know that the right home is out there for him. With the right understanding, experience and commitment, we are confident that Henry can find the loving, forever home where he can finally feel safe, settled and secure. Let’s start with the good elements first. He is a loving, intelligent and playful boy who has the potential to thrive in the right home. He forms strong bonds with his favourite person and adores nothing more than cuddling up beneath a cosy blanket, enjoying affection and being close to his human. He is also a clever little boy who enjoys learning new tricks and spending quality time with the person he trusts. Henry enjoys his daily walks, loves chasing squeaky balls in secure, enclosed fields and gardens, and is happy travelling in the car. He would benefit from a calm, predictable lifestyle where he can feel safe and enjoy the things he loves without unnecessary stress. Now for the bad side – He has been to an array of homes due to his unpredictable behaviour and has a history of biting, particularly when frightened by sudden or unexpected movements or when resource guarding. He also suffers from separation anxiety, which can be improved with time, patience and consistency. Henry needs an experienced and understanding owner who can recognise his triggers, respect his boundaries and allow him the space he needs to feel safe and secure. A calm, quiet environment with minimal sudden movements will be essential to help him settle. It may take a few weeks for Henry to adjust, but once he feels comfortable and secure, he is able to settle in and begin to feel at home. He is comfortable to be left alone for up to five hours, once he has settled into his new home, which may take a few days or weeks. He is not crate trained but enjoyed sleeping on the couch or in the humans bed. Despite the challenges he faces, Henry has the potential to make a wonderful and loyal companion for the right person. He needs someone who understands his behavioural needs, can provide appropriate management and is committed to helping him feel safe and comfortable in his own home. We have behaviourists who can provide help and support as required. Requirements in a home • An experienced owner who understands canine anxiety and biting behaviour • A quiet, adult-only home with a garden, ideally with a single person • Potentially able to live with another dog, subject to introduction. • Someone able to provide patience, consistency and ongoing support If you are interested in giving Henry a home, please get in touch with

Size

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Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇬🇧Pentlow Street

Shelter

The Red Foundation

Living with Henry

✓Neutered
✕Good with kids

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About Henry

What life with Henry looks like

Henry is a young adult dachshund dog waiting at The Red Foundation in Pentlow Street.

A young 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 Henry, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Henry?: Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. The Red Foundation handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Henry on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Henry if I live in another country?: Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask The Red Foundation whether they will for Henry, what they require (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 Henry already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: The Red Foundation lists Henry as neutered or spayed. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by The Red Foundation, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Henry isn't the right fit?: Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask The Red Foundation about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Henry 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.