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Keith

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

Meet Keith, our wonderful "Gentle Giant" who is as intelligent as he is kind! This clever boy truly shines when he is using his brain, whether he is mastering new cues or diving into his favourite enrichment activities. One of the absolute highlights of Keith's week is his time in our pool, where he loves to splash around.Keith is looking for a peaceful sanctuary where he can be the true star of the show, so he will need a home with no other resident or visiting animals. Because of his size and goofy nature, he is best suited for a family where everyone is aged 13 years or older.We are also very proud to share that Keith’s muzzle training is going incredibly well; he has become a total superstar with his basket muzzle and now walks very comfortably in it. To ensure he stays safe and successful on his new adventures, he will need to continue wearing his muzzle whenever he is in public spaces. With a secure garden (6-foot fencing) to decompress in and a family to share his "bright spark" with, Keith is ready to be your most loyal companion.

Size
Extra large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧Saint Columb
Shelter
RSPCA Cornwall Branch
Living with Keith
  • Neutered
Cared for by RSPCA Cornwall Branch · Saint ColumbLearn about Mixed Breed

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Bringing Keith home

What you'll need for Keith 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 Keith

What life with Keith looks like

Keith is a extra-large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at RSPCA Cornwall Branch in Saint Columb.

An young 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.

🇬🇧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 Keith, answered.

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