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Nelly

English Bulldog · Female · Young · 3 years

Nelly, also known as 'Nellyphant' amongst the kennel staff, is a beautiful girl with a huge personality and an even bigger heart. Nelly came into our care after experiencing a difficult past, having spent much of her life confined to a very small room and sadly being passed between several homes. Despite everything she has been through, her love for people has never faded. She absolutely adores human company and greets everyone she meets like they are her new best friend. Nelly is a typical fun-loving Bulldog girl who is full of character. She loves attention, affection and being involved in everything her people are doing. She enjoys a good play session, especially when there is a ball involved! Tennis balls, footballs, honestly, anything she can throw around will make her happy. She is even learning that dropping the ball means the fun can start all over again. Once playtime is finished, she is just as happy settling down for a well-earned rest. Sadly, the instability Nelly has experienced has left her feeling worried when she is left alone. She can become distressed when separated and will need a home where she is not left for long periods. Her adopters will need to build up time apart gradually, using patience and consistency to help her understand that her people will always return. Nelly is currently learning about other dogs and is not yet comfortable around them. She is doing brilliantly with her muzzle training, which allows her to enjoy her walks safely while she learns that other dogs are not something to worry about. She can enjoy walking alongside calm, quiet dogs, but she may react if she feels overwhelmed, especially with larger dogs or if another dog barks at her first. Her new family will need to continue her muzzle training on walks and support her with positive, patient guidance. Nelly can already walk on a lead, although she is a strong and enthusiastic girl who can pull when excited. She will need adopters who are confident handling her and who are happy to continue her lead training. She loves getting out for walks, having zoomies and exploring, but she is equally happy being a cuddle-loving couch potato afterwards. Nelly has come from a home before, so she may already understand some household routines, but she may need gentle reminders as she settles into a new environment. She will need an adult-only home with breed-experienced adopters who understand her bouncy nature and can provide the boundaries, consistency and love she needs. She will need to be the only dog in the home, with no visiting dogs and no cats. She will also need an extra-secure garden with fencing of at least 6ft+. Nelly is wonderful at the vets and loves the attention she receives there. She enjoys spending time with the staff, soaking up the fuss and showing everyone what a friendly and affectionate girl she is. Nelly is a resilient, loving dog who has been through more than she should have, yet she continues to greet the world with excitement and affection. She is ready for a family who will spoil her, make her feel safe and show her just how wonderful life can be. For lovers of Bulldog breeds, Nelly’s silly personality and loving nature are sure to bring endless joy. *Nelly has been measured by our local Dog Licensing Officer and confirmed that she is not considered a banned breed.

Size
Extra large
Age
Young · 3 years
Location
🇬🇧Llanelli
Shelter
Many Tears Animal Rescue
Living with Nelly
  • Spayed
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Many Tears Animal Rescue · LlanelliLearn about English Bulldog

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Nelly home

What you'll need for Nelly 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 Nelly

What life with Nelly looks like

Nelly is a extra-large young adult english bulldog dog waiting at Many Tears Animal Rescue in Llanelli.

An young 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 Nelly, answered.

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