How do I contact the shelter about Percy?

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

Can I adopt Percy if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — Dogs Trust Shoreham 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 Percy 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 Percy 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 Shoreham early rather than rehoming privately; they know Percy 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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Adopt Percy

Greyhound · Male · Adult · 4 years

Once Percy trusts you, you'll discover an incredibly loyal and affectionate companion who forms special bonds with the people he loves. He adores human company and is a master of the classic Greyhound lean, happily pressing himself against you for fusses, ear scratches and affection. While he may be can be shy when meeting new people, allowing him to approach in his own time quickly reveals the sweet, loving nature underneath. Percy has a wonderfully playful side and toys are one of his greatest joys in life - he sleeps with the same teddy in bed every night. In the garden, he delights in bursts of joyful zoomies and shows off his excitable, fun loving side. He settles beautifully in the home, can be left for sensible periods, and enjoys the comforts of domestic life that he never had the opportunity to experience during his racing days. For someone willing to help him discover that the world is a wonderful place, Percy could be a loving best friend to share life with. A friendly natured, sweet Greyhound with a lot of love to give - meet Percy! Despite being four years old, Percy hasn’t yet experienced all the wonderful ways of dog life due to being an ex-racing Greyhound. The world beyond home and garden life can still feel overwhelming for him, so he would thrive in a quieter residential or rural location away from busy roads and heavy traffic. Percy is happiest spending his time in the safety of his garden and is currently not able to go out for walks, so his future family will need to be patient, realistic and prepared to let him progress slowly, understanding that this journey could take weeks or even months. Percy could live with calm, respectful children aged 12 and over, and he may also benefit from sharing his home with a steady, medium to large dog of a similar gentle temperament, as he has shown that the right canine companion can help bring him out of his shell! His adopters should also be aware that he currently finds travelling in the car very worrying and may need assistance if journeys are necessary.

Size

Large

Age

Adult · 4 years

Location

🇬🇧Shoreham by Sea

Shelter

Dogs Trust Shoreham

Living with Percy

✓Good with dogs
✕Good with cats
✓Good with kids

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About Percy

What life with Percy looks like

Percy is a large adult greyhound dog waiting at Dogs Trust Shoreham in Shoreham by Sea.

An 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Percy, answered.

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