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Hudson

Rottweiler · Male · Adult · 4 years

When Hudson feels comfortable, his fun and cheeky personality really shines! He has great potential to become a wonderful companion for the right family. Adopters will need breed experience and a commitment to continuing his training. Several visits and a home visit will be required. Once settled, Hudson can be left for up to four hours, built up gradually. He also has ongoing medical needs, which will be discussed with prospective adopters. With love, patience and understanding, Hudson can be the very best Rottie he can be. Hudson is a handsome 3-year-old Rottweiler with a cheeky, affectionate personality and lots of love to give. Once he knows you, he forms strong bonds and enjoys being close to his people. He loves his food and calmly enjoys treats, making him a great partner for positive training. Hudson travels well in the car and would love outdoor adventures where he can explore. He is looking for patient, caring adults and would thrive in a quiet home with a secure private outdoor space. Hudson would need to be the only pet and can be wary of strangers and other dogs, so a quieter location would suit him best. He is muzzle trained and will need to remain muzzled and on lead in public. Our Training and Behaviour team will provide plenty of support.

Size
Large
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇬🇧Wickford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Basildon
Living with Hudson
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
  • Has special needs
Cared for by Dogs Trust Basildon · WickfordLearn about Rottweiler

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Hudson home

What you'll need for Hudson 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 Hudson

What life with Hudson looks like

Hudson is a large adult rottweiler dog waiting at Dogs Trust Basildon in Wickford.

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.

Note from the shelter: Ongoing medical needs, requires muzzle training, must be only pet, needs gradual socialization

🇬🇧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 Hudson, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Hudson?
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 Hudson on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Hudson 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 Hudson 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 Hudson 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 Hudson 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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