How do I contact the shelter about Leon?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Forever Hounds Trust handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Leon on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Leon if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Forever Hounds Trust 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 Leon 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 Leon 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 Forever Hounds Trust early rather than rehoming privately; they know Leon 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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Leon

Lurcher · Male · Adult · 5 years

Reasons why we love this dog… He's used to home life A calm home environment To be left alone for long periods My favourite thing is: Human company & walks Chilled, with a sensitive side Can live with older children Needs gradual introductions If you adopt Leon (or any of our dogs), you will be entitled to receive FREE behavioural support from our qualified team of behaviourists for any issues you might need help with during their lifetime. Further information will be given when homing Leon. Please note, this support is only available for dogs adopted from Forever Hounds Trust. Lovely Leon is a 5 year old lurcher boy, looking for a new home. Due to having young children, Leon's family are no longer able to give him the time and attention he needs, so have made the difficult decision to rehome him. Leon is a very chilled, well-behaved boy inside the home – he spends most of his day snoozing on the sofa! He can be left home alone for short periods, but does find this slightly stressful and would prefer to have company most of the time. He currently lives with young children and is very good with them, but would be best suited to a home with older children who could take part in his care, and where more time can be dedicated to him. Leon is very friendly with people – he can be somewhat aloof and independent at times, but does love a belly rub! Leon can be worried by unfamiliar dogs on walks, and may lunge or bark if he feels they are too close. He is easy to manage with some simple support from his handler, especially if walked in areas where he won't be approached by off-lead dogs. He can make doggie friends with the right introduction, and he definitely prefers female dogs! He walks very well on his lead, but is a big, strong dog so will need adopters able to manage him physically. Leon travels well in the car, is housetrained, and is a very good boy! Could live with older children. May be able to live with the right dog, with gradual introductions. Can be left for short periods, but would prefer company most of the time. Must have a sofa to snooze on!

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 5 years

Location

🇬🇧Cirencester

Shelter

Forever Hounds Trust

Living with Leon

✓House-trained
✓Good with kids

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About Leon

What life with Leon looks like

Leon is a large adult lurcher dog waiting at Forever Hounds Trust in Cirencester.

An 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.

Cirencester, United Kingdom — browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Leon, answered.

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