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Larry

Mixed Breed · Male

Meet Larry 🐾❤️ Larry is one of those dogs who really makes you appreciate just how far patience, love and understanding can take a dog. Larry arrived at Almost Home 18 months ago after being found as a stray in Armagh with his two siblings, who have long since found their forever homes. Larry, however, needed a little more time. When he first arrived, Larry was terrified. He had never really been handled or given the chance to understand that people could be trusted, and he certainly wasn’t the easiest boy at the beginning. But over the past 18 months, he has come such a long way. Today, Larry is a completely different dog. ❤️ Once he knows you and feels safe in his environment, he is full of life, fun and personality. He loves being out and about and is now walking fantastically on the lead. Watching him grow in confidence has been amazing. We’re now looking for a very special home for Larry — one that understands that he may need a little time to settle and build a relationship, but will be rewarded with a wonderful, fun-loving boy once he does. 🐶 Larry would ideally like to live with another dog, male or female. We feel having a confident canine companion will really help him, as Larry takes his cues from other dogs and learns from them. Larry isn’t looking for a home that expects everything to happen overnight. He’s looking for someone willing to give him the time, patience and consistency he deserves. After 18 months with us, we would absolutely love to see Larry finally get his chance at a forever home. ❤️ If you think you could be the person to give Larry that chance, please get in touch with Almost Home Animal Rescue NI.

Size
Age
Location
🇮🇪Belfast
Shelter
Almost Home Animal Rescue NI
Living with Larry
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Almost Home Animal Rescue NI · BelfastLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Larry home

What you'll need for Larry 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 Larry

What life with Larry looks like

Larry 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 Larry, answered.

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