How do I contact the shelter about Opie?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. Battersea Dogs & Cats Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Opie on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Opie if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Battersea Dogs & Cats Home 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 Opie 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 Opie 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 Battersea Dogs & Cats Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Opie 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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Opie

Pomeranian · Male · Senior · 9 years

Opie is a Pomeranian cross with plenty of character who is looking for a calm home where he can enjoy life at his own pace. He loves getting out and about to explore, spending time with his people, and relaxing in a comfortable environment. Opie enjoys his daily walks and loves taking his time to sniff and investigate his surroundings. While being on foster Opie has been great on his walks and likes to walk right by his foster carers side. He will suit owners who are happy to let him enjoy gentle adventures followed by plenty of time to relax. He has grown into an affectionate boy who enjoys spending time with his favourite people but prefers interactions to be on his own terms. He will often choose to sit beside people when he is ready for a fuss and now nudges his foster carers when he wants fuss from them. Learning Opie’s body language will be essential for his new family so they can recognise when he would prefer space. Opie is a vocal boy when he socialises with other dogs. He has a history of barking and pulling towards other dogs but would be friendly when greeting. We believe that most of the time, these behaviours are over-playfulness and excitement as Opie has quite a vocal playstyle. He has made some dog friends in his foster home who he enjoys seeing on a regular basis. Opie settled well in his previous home but would bark when people passed by the house, so he would benefit from living in a home away from a busy road where there are fewer opportunities to react. A secure private garden that does not back onto a high traffic area would also help him enjoy quiet time outdoors. Whilst he was vocal for the first few days in his foster home once he settled in he became a much more relaxed guest. Opie has been housetrained both in his previous home and during his time at Battersea Old Windsor. He enjoys a variety of food and is always pleased to accept a tasty treat. His newest trick on foster is carrying his bowl over to his carers and dropping it in front of them. New owners will need to be mindful that he is currently working towards losing weight, so treats should be given in moderation. Any potential new owners will need to speak to a Battersea vet prior to rehoming. For owners who appreciate the company of a fun companion and are happy to respect his boundaries, Opie will make a great addition. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Opie you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest. We ask every customer to first complete our online rehoming application form, so if you have not filled in our form yet you can find the details on how to do so here;

Size

Medium

Age

Senior · 9 years

Location

🇬🇧London

Shelter

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Living with Opie

✓House-trained
✕Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✓Good with kids

Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · London Learn about Pomeranian →

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About Opie

What life with Opie looks like

Opie is a medium-sized senior pomeranian dog waiting at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

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 Opie, answered.

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