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Ollie

Border Collie · Male · Senior · 9 years

Ollie is a curious, active boy who loves adventures, exploring and having a good sniff in nature. He loves engaging with his carers, has a real enthusiasm for training and enjoys playing ball. Despite his age, Ollie has plenty of zest for life, and his carers describe him as “the biggest softie they have ever met!” If you’re looking for a fun-loving walking companion, Ollie could be your perfect match. Ollie is a handsome 9-year-old Husky cross with a big personality and lots of love to give. He is looking for a loving, adult-only home where he can be the centre of attention. Ollie enjoys spending time with his people, loves going out in the car and, after a good walk, is happy to be left for a few hours. He can be nervous when meeting new people, so a quiet home will help him feel comfortable and confident. Ollie would like to be the only dog in the home, as he can find other dogs frustrating and will react to them when out, so he will need to remain on lead in public. He has no history with cats or small furries. Ollie has previously shown some low-level guarding around high-value items, and our Training and Behaviour team are here to support his new family.

Size
Large
Age
Senior · 9 years
Location
🇬🇧Wickford
Shelter
Dogs Trust Basildon
Living with Ollie
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
  • ✕Good with kids
  • ✕Has special needs
Cared for by Dogs Trust Basildon · WickfordLearn about Border Collie →
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Listed 4 months ago

Bringing Ollie home

What you'll need for Ollie 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
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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

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    €30–60
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    Safer than a collar

    Padded Y-Front Harness

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    €20–35

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About Ollie

What life with Ollie looks like

Ollie is a large senior border collie dog waiting at Dogs Trust Basildon in Wickford.

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.

Note from the shelter: Low level resource guarding around high value items, requires training guidance

🇬🇧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.

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

Frequently asked

Adopting Ollie, answered.

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