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Norman

Mixed Breed · Male · Senior · 14 years

Norman is 14mths old and is a beautiful black semi coated boy whose currently not neutered He was bought from a breeder by his elderly owners who clearly haven’t the ability to care and train him and cannot now cope with a large breed who requires all the essentials this breed needs to be happy and healthy Norman is either on a lead or locked in a crate as he is far too high energy you’d expect from a dog his age, the owner struggles to walk him as he’s too big and strong and so Norman is just a frustrated puppy who just wants to do things and play Norman has an allergy to chicken and beef and has been on a lamb and rice mix kibble but we think he would be best on a grain free diet Norman is fully vaccinated Norman is fully house trained but has chewed through being bored and not having enough interaction as he is a very intelligent boy whose currently does need mental stimulation When our volunteer took Norman out for a walk he was good on the lead and easily distracted when he saw another dog, with consistency and in a home with knowledge of the breed Norman could be social with other dogs, at the moment he’s not being allowed to interact and is very frustrated Norman knows his basic commands and could be an excellent companion with an adopter with previous experience Norman has no experience with children so we would say he would be best in an adult only home or a home with teens He’s not ever met a cat so we feel small furries would be a no to protect him Norman requires a home where he’s an only dog and the new adopter or foster concentrates on showing him all the things he’s mixed out on in his short life Please please help us save Norman, he really does not deserve to be put to sleep at 14mths old when none of the issues are his fault More information Gender: Male Age: 14 mths Color: Black Coat: Semi Neutered: No Good with other dogs: Dont Know Good with cats: No Good with children: Older children only

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 14 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
German Shepherd Dog Rescue
Living with Norman
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Norman home

What you'll need for Norman in week one.

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    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
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    Adaptil Calming Spray

    Dog-specific pheromone diffuser. Worth it for the trip home.

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    €18–25
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    Orthopaedic Dog Bed

    Worth the upgrade — rescues often have joint issues from kennels.

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    €30–60
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    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 Norman

What life with Norman looks like

Norman is a large senior mixed breed dog waiting at German Shepherd Dog Rescue in United Kingdom.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧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 Norman, answered.

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