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Nico

Mixed Breed · Male

Meet Nico, a wonderful boy who is looking for a loving and patient family to help him grow into the wonderful companion he has the potential to be. With the right training, consistency, and patience, Nico will blossom into a truly lovely dog who will bond deeply with his family. Nico’s shyness around humans means that he will need time and space to build trust. He may not be an immediate “cuddle buddy,” but with positive reinforcement and a calm approach, Nico will slowly open up and show his affectionate side. He’s a sensitive soul who will thrive in a home where his new family is committed to his training and willing to invest the time needed to help him feel safe and secure. He would do well in a home with a confident, well-mannered dog who can act as a role model and help build his confidence. A quieter, low-stress environment will allow Nico to settle at his own pace and begin to flourish. A calm, patient household with a consistent routine An adult-only home or one with older, dog-savvy teens A family committed to positive reinforcement training Nico may need a little extra time to adjust, but for the right family, he will be a truly rewarding companion. If you’re ready to offer patience, consistency, and unconditional love, Nico will give you his trust – and a lifetime of quiet devotion in return.

Size
Medium
Age
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Just for Dogs (East Midlands)
Living with Nico
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Just for Dogs (East Midlands) · United KingdomLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Nico home

What you'll need for Nico 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 Nico

What life with Nico looks like

Nico is a medium-sized adult mixed breed dog waiting at Just for Dogs (East Midlands) 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Nico, answered.

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