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Patch

Male · Young · 2 years

Patch is a lovely, friendly and excitable two‑year‑old Foxhound who has had an unsettled start in life, yet still greets the world with enthusiasm and a huge heart. He adores toys, playtime and anything that lets him burn off energy, and he throws himself joyfully into every game. Adventures are one of his favourite things — he happily jumps straight into the car, eager to see what the day holds. Patch is incredibly affectionate, loves being close to his people, and enjoys feeling part of whatever’s going on. He’s also very food‑motivated, which makes training fun and rewarding, and he thrives when given chances to learn, play and connect. Patch will benefit from adopters who feel confident supporting a dog who is reactive around other dogs due to frustration. He has, on occasion, redirected this frustration, so he’ll be wearing a muzzle and staying on lead during walks. He is looking for a private, secure garden to have a peaceful space to relax and play. Walks in quieter areas, away from busy dog spots, will allow him to enjoy his outings without stress. Patch is happiest as the only pet in the home and can live with secondary‑school‑aged children. A home where he can be safely separated from the front door during comings and goings will help him settle comfortably.

Size
Extra large
Age
Young · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧Manchester
Shelter
Dogs Trust Manchester
Living with Patch
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Cared for by Dogs Trust Manchester · Manchester

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Bringing Patch home

What you'll need for Patch 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 Patch

What life with Patch looks like

Patch is a extra-large young adult dog waiting at Dogs Trust Manchester in Manchester.

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.

Manchester, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Patch, answered.

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