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Malva

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 6 years

Meet Malva This beautiful Shepherd mix girl came into our care through the stray system and, sadly, was never claimed. We’re unsure of Malva’s exact age, but we estimate that she is around 6 years old. Malva is a lively, intelligent girl with plenty of drive and energy. She loves being busy and would thrive in a home where she can enjoy lots of mental stimulation, outdoor adventures and opportunities to explore and learn. She’s the kind of girl who will really enjoy having things to do and being involved in an active lifestyle. Malva is a large and strong girl and, when she wants to be, she can certainly be a handful! Because of this, she will need an owner who is physically capable of managing her and who understands the needs of a strong, active dog. She can also be reactive towards other dogs, so we are looking for an experienced owner who understands canine behaviour and is willing to work with her to help her become more comfortable and confident around other dogs. Due to this, Malva will need to be the only pet in the home. Because of her unknown background, we are looking for a home with no children under 16 years old. Malva is a bright, active and affectionate girl who has so much potential in the right hands. We’re looking for someone who can give her the time, patience, guidance and exciting life she deserves. If you think Malva could be the perfect companion for you, please get in touch with us on

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 6 years

Location

🇬🇧South Cave

Shelter

Hull Animal Welfare Trust

Living with Malva

✕Good with dogs
✕Good with kids

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Bringing Malva home

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About Malva

What life with Malva looks like

Malva is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Hull Animal Welfare Trust in South Cave.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Malva, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Malva?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Hull Animal Welfare Trust handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Malva on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Malva if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Hull Animal Welfare 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Malva 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 Malva 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 Hull Animal Welfare Trust early rather than rehoming privately; they know Malva 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.