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Minnie

Mixed Breed · Female · Young · 2 years

Minnie is a sweet and gentle 2-year-old crossbreed who can be a little timid at first, but quickly warms up once she feels safe. She loves attention, enjoys a gentle fuss, and is curious about new places. Minnie enjoys exploring, playing with toys and spending time with her canine companion. She benefits from patience and gentle encouragement, especially in new situations, but once she feels comfortable, her lovely, affectionate personality really shines. Minnie is looking for someone willing to continue her lead-walking and confidence-building journey. She could potentially live with another suitable dog, subject to successful introductions and mixes. Minnie could also potentially live with sensible secondary school aged children, depending on the individual circumstances. A secure environment and owners who understand that she may need time before she fully show their personalities would be great for this young girl. Minnie is a sweet girl who is looking for a special family to help her blossom. She came into our care as a stray, so we don't know everything about her past. She is still learning about all the things that many dogs take for granted, including walking on a lead and can be worried by some doorways. Minnie came into our care with another little dog where she was the more confident of the pair. She comes round to people quickly and she really enjoys being close and forming that special bond. What she needs most is time, patience and a quiet lifestyle. She isn’t looking for a busy or hectic household, but for someone who will allow her to settle at her own pace, build her confidence and discover how wonderful life can be.

Size
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Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧Newbury
Shelter
Dogs Trust Newbury
Living with Minnie
  • ✓Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✓Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Newbury · NewburyLearn about Mixed Breed →

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Bringing Minnie home

What you'll need for Minnie 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 Minnie

What life with Minnie looks like

Minnie is a young adult mixed breed dog waiting at Dogs Trust Newbury in Newbury.

An young 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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Minnie, answered.

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