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Adopt Josie

Mixed Breed · Female

Meet Josie ❤️ Josie is a Beagle with the sweetest, most gentle soul. When she first arrived, she was scared, nervous, and very unsure of the world around her. Everything seemed overwhelming, and it was clear that life had not always been kind to her. Yet, with each passing day, we are seeing little glimpses of the wonderful dog hiding beneath that uncertainty. Her confidence is slowly growing, and watching her begin to blossom has been incredibly rewarding. We don’t believe Josie has had an easy life. Although her appearance might suggest she is much older, her teeth tell a very different story. Based on this, we estimate Josie is only around six years old. Sadly, we suspect that whatever she has experienced in the past has left its mark, making her seem older than she really is. Despite everything, Josie remains a gentle and loving girl who deserves the opportunity to discover what a happy, secure life feels like. We feel Josie would benefit greatly from living with another friendly and confident dog who could help guide her and show her that the world isn’t such a scary place. She is looking for a patient and understanding family who will give her the time she needs to settle, build trust, and find her feet at her own pace. Every day we see a little more of her personality emerging—a soft nature, a curious spirit, and a dog who wants to believe that good things are coming her way. Josie doesn’t need perfection. She simply needs a family willing to see beyond the shyness, invest a little patience, and give her the chance she has probably never had before. We truly believe that beneath that timid exterior is a wonderful companion waiting to shine. ❤️🐾 Could you be the family to help Josie finally enjoy the happy, normal life she deserves?

Size
Age
Location
🇮🇪Belfast
Shelter
Almost Home Animal Rescue NI
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Cared for by Almost Home Animal Rescue NI · BelfastLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Josie home

What you'll need for Josie 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 Josie

What life with Josie looks like

Josie is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Almost Home Animal Rescue NI in Belfast.

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 Ireland

Irish shelters require a home check (often phone or video) and an adoption contract. Animals are vaccinated, chipped, and registered. Cross-border placements to mainland Europe require the rabies titer test (TRACES system).

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Frequently asked

Adopting Josie, answered.

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