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Lemmy

Mixed Breed · Male · Young · 2 years

We are very sad to welcome our big boy back to the centre. Lemmy has unfortunately been returned to us, he sadly wasn’t getting on with skip in the home and it was the safest and best option for them to bring him back whilst Skip could still stay in a home. They were getting on like usual outside of the house and being best pals, but sadly Lemmy didn’t want to share his indoor space with him. Luckily, Lemmy isn’t that bothered about being back and was very excited to see all his best pals & has started making some new dog pals too. Lemmy is such a sweet and loving boy, he has a gentle nature and once he has built trust with you the affection is never ending. He has a very playful way about him & unfortunately for his human friends he doesn’t know his own size! He likes to put his paws on your shoulders and give you a big kiss. Lemmy is still learning that the outside world isn’t super scary, but is making great progress and now just needs a home to call his own to grow in confidence indefinitely! He has been going on solo walks and walks with his doggie pals at the centre and has been gaining confidence every day, it is lovely to see. Lemmy is now looking for a dog free home but it is very important that his new owners have friends or family with dogs so that he can continue to socialise and enjoy play dates and walks with them- or his new owners will need to commit to taking him to appropriate socialisation classes so he still gets his dog fix! Lemmy is a Caucasian shepherd, an extra large livestock guardian breed. He is looking for a home that have experience with his breed or similar and are able to work with his breed traits to keep him happy and fulfilled ! He would benefit from training classes to help him build in confidence , learn life skills and continue to thrive.

Size
Large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧
Shelter
Cardiff Dogs Home
Living with Lemmy
  • Good with dogs
Cared for by Cardiff Dogs HomeLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 2 days ago

Bringing Lemmy home

What you'll need for Lemmy 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 Lemmy

What life with Lemmy looks like

Lemmy is a large young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Cardiff Dogs Home.

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 Lemmy, answered.

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