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Murphy

Labrador Retriever · Male · Adult · 4 years

Meet Murphy! (Not Currently Available)press to zoompress to zoompress to zoompress to zoom1/4 Name: Murphy Gender: Male Age: 4 Years Breed: Labrador X Size: LargeMurphy is a handsome 4 year old Labrador, who joined One Wish after the heartbreaking loss of his owner. As you can imagine, life has changed enormously for him, and he is currently taking some time to settle into foster care, rebuild his confidence and discover that he is safe and loved once again. Although we're still getting to know Murphy, he has already shown us so many wonderful qualities. Beneath his occasional worries is an incredibly sweet and affectionate boy who forms lovely bonds with the people around him. He can feel a little uncertain in new situations, but with patience, reassurance and gentle encouragement, his tail soon starts wagging again. Watching his confidence grow has been a privilege, and we're beginning to see more and more of the happy dog he is destined to become. Murphy is also proving to be a bright lad who enjoys learning and responding to kind guidance. Like many dogs who have experienced significant upheaval, he still has a few things to work on, including building confidence and polishing some of his manners, but he is eager to please and has already shown us that he is capable of making fantastic progress. While Murphy is not yet ready for adoption applications, we expect to begin searching for his forever home in the near future. As we continue to learn more about him, we believe his ideal home is likely to be one that can offer him stability, patience and understanding while he settles into his new life. We anticipate Murphy's forever family will need to be: Calm, kind and willing to continue building his confidence. Prepared to support his ongoing training and help him become the very best version of himself. Able to provide a predictable routine and plenty of reassurance as he adjusts. A home with dog-savvy children aged 12 years and over. A pet-free household, based on what we currently know about his needs. Murphy may not be ready to start the next chapter just yet, but we have no doubt that when the time comes, he will make an incredibly rewarding companion. Gentle, affectionate, eager to learn and full of potential, he is the sort of dog who quietly works his way into your heart. For now, we're focused on helping this special boy continue his journey, and we can't wait to see him blossom Please check back regularly or follow our social media accounts for updates.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

Shelter

One Wish Dog Foundation

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About Murphy

What life with Murphy looks like

Murphy is a large adult labrador retriever dog waiting at One Wish Dog Foundation in United Kingdom.

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 Murphy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Murphy?: Use the "View on shelter website" button on this page, which takes you to the shelter's own page. One Wish Dog Foundation handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Murphy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Murphy if I live in another country?: Often, but it depends on the shelter and the countries involved. Some rescues place animals abroad and some only adopt out locally, so ask One Wish Dog Foundation whether they will for Murphy, what they require (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 Murphy already vetted, vaccinated, and chipped?: TailHarbor has no vaccination, microchip or sterilization details for Murphy. The adoption fee, and what it covers, is set by One Wish Dog Foundation, so confirm with them what is included (vaccinations, microchip, sterilization, paperwork) and ask about specific vaccines, recent bloodwork or chronic conditions.
What happens if Murphy isn't the right fit?: Many rescues take an animal back if an adoption doesn't work, but policies differ, so ask One Wish Dog Foundation about its return policy before you adopt. If things aren't working, talk it through with them early rather than rehoming privately; they know Murphy 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.