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Joan

Lurcher Β· Female Β· Puppy Β· 18 months

Meet Joan - a little lady with a big character!πŸ’›πŸΎ At just 18 months old, Joan is a delightful little Lurcher with a huge personality and an even bigger heart. She may be small in stature, but she's overflowing with character. Joan is an incredibly affectionate girl who adores being close to her people. If you're sitting down, don't be surprised if she gently nuzzles her way onto your lap for a cuddle – it's one of her favourite places to be. She forms lovely bonds with those she trusts and will happily soak up all the fuss and affection you have to offer. Joan arrived with us as a stray, so we don't know what her life was like before coming into our care. What we do know is that she's ready for a fresh start with a family who will help her continue to grow, learn and thrive. Joan is looking for a home where she can be the only pet. While she enjoys the company of other dogs, she has the innate chase drive typical of her breed, and her reactions can vary. She'll benefit from quieter walking routes to start and needs adopters committed to continuing her training and socialisation, building positive experiences at her pace. A secure, private garden is essential for Joan, giving her a safe space to stretch her legs, play, and relax away from the world.

Size
Medium
Age
Puppy Β· 18 months
Location
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§Braintree
Shelter
RSPCA Danaher Animal Home
Living with Joan
  • βœ“Vaccinated
  • βœ“Spayed
  • βœ“Good with dogs
Cared for by RSPCA Danaher Animal HomeΒ Β· BraintreeLearn about Lurcher β†’

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Bringing Joan home

What you'll need for Joan in week one.

Hand-picked Β· prices indicative

  1. 01
    Required by most shelters

    Trixie Transport Box

    Sturdy plastic carrier β€” 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 Β· 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 β€” 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 Joan

What life with Joan looks like

Joan is a medium-sized puppy/kitten lurcher dog waiting at RSPCA Danaher Animal Home in Braintree.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window β€” 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.

πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§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.

Braintree, United Kingdom β€” browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Joan, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Joan?
Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA Danaher Animal Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly β€” TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Joan on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Joan if I live in another country?
Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad β€” RSPCA Danaher Animal 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 Joan 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 β€” ask them directly if you need details on specific vaccines, recent bloodwork, or chronic conditions.
What happens if Joan isn't the right fit?
Every reputable rescue accepts an animal back if the adoption genuinely doesn't work β€” that's part of the standard contract. Talk it through with RSPCA Danaher Animal Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Joan 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 β€” 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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