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Marshall

Male · Adult · 5 years

Meet Marshall Marshall is a handsome 5-year-old Lurcher who is looking for a very special forever home. Marshall is a sweet and friendly boy, although he can be a little timid when meeting new people and sometimes feels unsure when faced with new experiences. The good news is that he has come on so much since arriving with us, and it’s wonderful to see his confidence growing as he learns that the world isn’t quite so scary after all. He is a lovely boy who benefits from having people around him who understand that confidence takes time. Marshall walks nicely on the lead and is gradually discovering that toys can be great fun too! Seeing him try new things and become more comfortable in his surroundings has been incredibly rewarding. Marshall will need a patient, kind and understanding owner who won’t expect too much too soon. He needs someone who will allow him to take things at his own pace, gently encourage him and celebrate all those little steps forward. In return, we’re sure Marshall will reward his special person with a wonderful bond. Marshall could potentially live with another calm, friendly dog, following successful introductions, as the right canine companion may help him feel more settled. For Marshall, we would prefer an adult-only home (16+) where life can be calm, predictable and reassuring. He isn’t looking for a busy or hectic household — he’s looking for someone who will give him the time, patience and understanding he needs to truly flourish. Marshall has already shown us just how much progress he can make when given the right support. Now he needs someone who will continue that journey with him and help him discover just how wonderful life can be. Could you be the patient and understanding person who helps Marshall find his confidence and his forever home?

Size
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Age
Adult · 5 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Durham Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Marshall
  • ✕Good with kids
Cared for by Durham Dogs & Cats Home · United Kingdom

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Marshall home

What you'll need for Marshall in week one.

Hand-picked · prices indicative

  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 Marshall

What life with Marshall looks like

Marshall is a adult dog waiting at Durham Dogs & Cats Home in United Kingdom.

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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Marshall, answered.

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