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Hunter

Husky · Male · Young · 3 years

Hunter is a stunning lad and he's proven that in the right environment he can really succeed. He's vocal towards other dogs out and about but not aggressive. You will find it much easier to walk him in areas where he won't see too many dogs. His handlers love spending time with him as although he's not a 'snuggle on the sofa' kind of dog, he does enjoy human company and gets more interactive as you get to know him more. He is generally lacking muscle on his hind legs, but please don't be put off by this. Our Vet will discuss in more detail. So if you love all things Husky, add Hunter to your favourites now! If you are true Husky lover then Hunter will be right up your street! He's 3yrs old and every inch a Husky through and through. He likes to get outdoors for interesting walks where he can explore. He also likes to use his voice... A LOT! Again, classic Husky behaviour! He's found kennel life a bit of a challenge so will need some time and effort putting in to get him settled into a new home. Due to this, an adult only home where he'll be the only pet will best so he can focus on picking up a new routine without distractions.

Size
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Leeds
Shelter
Dogs Trust Leeds
Living with Hunter
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Leeds · LeedsLearn about Husky

Listed 2 months ago

Bringing Hunter home

What you'll need for Hunter 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 Hunter

What life with Hunter looks like

Hunter is a young adult husky dog waiting at Dogs Trust Leeds in Leeds.

An 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.

Leeds, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Hunter, answered.

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