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Mia

Female · Adult · 6 years

Sweet and gentle girl Mia is a 7 year old Boxer cross who loves to prove how clever she is by showing off her cool tricks. Playtime is the best, she will jump and chase around after her toys, sometimes taking time out to de-fluff a teddy or two, but the best way to this girl’s heart is a tennis ball or 2 (or 3). She is a snuggly lady, keen to say hello and get fusses from everyone she meets. This gorgeous girl would make the perfect addition to any family home seeking a snuggle bug of a dog! Mia is looking for a calm home with loving adopters who can take her on gentle, sniffy strolls away from busy, built up areas where she can relax and not be spooked by sudden movements such as motorbikes zooming past her. She is a friendly girl who can live with secondary school children who can play with her nicely and will give her space to rest when needed. Mia often chooses to avoid other dogs when out and about, so would prefer to be the only dog in the home, but could meet up with polite and friendly walking buddies for fun adventures together. Mia has plenty training under her belt, she does a lovely “sit”, “paw” and “down”, as well as “leave it,” “bed,” and “come” – impressive right?! She would be eager to engage in training if a tasty treat is on offer, and is proof that an older dog can learn new tricks. Mia can settle nicely in the home so could be left for up to 2-4 hours, this would need to be built up slowly once she has had time to settle into her new home. Mia will need to meet her adopters a few times prior to going home so please bear this in mind when applying. Please note that should you be shortlisted, our rehoming process usually takes up to 7 days, and potential adopters would be required to come up to the centre to meet her within 48hrs of being shortlisted.

Size
Age
Adult · 6 years
Location
🇬🇧Chestfield
Shelter
Dogs Trust Canterbury
Living with Mia
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Canterbury · Chestfield

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Bringing Mia home

What you'll need for Mia 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 Mia

What life with Mia looks like

Mia is a adult dog waiting at Dogs Trust Canterbury in Chestfield.

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.

Chestfield, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Mia, answered.

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