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Adopt Liquorice

Greyhound · Male · Adult · 6 years

Liquorice is friendly and relaxed when meeting other dogs and could happily live with a canine companion. Due to his size and breed type, a home with another sighthound or larger dog would be most suitable. He cannot live with cats or other small animals, but he could share a home with sensible primary school-aged children. Liquorice would suit a home where he can enjoy regular walks, companionship, and lots of affection, while also having a comfortable space to relax. If you’re looking for a gentle, affectionate dog who enjoys both playtime and peaceful cuddles, Liquorice could be the perfect match. Liquorice is a confident and friendly 6-year-old who loves meeting new people and quickly makes himself at home. He thrives on attention, enjoying plenty of fuss and affection—he’ll happily lean into you for a cuddle while being stroked. He’s medium energy, walks calmly on the lead, and enjoys exploring new places without being overly demanding. Liquorice has a lovely balance of being playful while also appreciating his downtime, making him a great companion for a relaxed but engaging household. He can be left for short periods, though he much prefers having company and being part of daily life. He has basic training, eats well and calmly, and would suit adopters willing to continue supporting his routine and companionship needs.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇬🇧Wickford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Basildon
Living with Liquorice
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Dogs Trust Basildon · WickfordLearn about Greyhound

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Liquorice home

What you'll need for Liquorice 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 Liquorice

What life with Liquorice looks like

Liquorice is a small adult greyhound dog waiting at Dogs Trust Basildon in Wickford.

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 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.

Wickford, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Liquorice, answered.

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