How do I contact the shelter about Pigsy?

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 Pigsy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Pigsy 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 Pigsy 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 Pigsy 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 Pigsy 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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Pigsy

Cane Corso · Female · Young · 3 years

Meet our wonderful girl, Pigsy! Pigsy has shown herself to be a gentle giant with a heart of gold. Although she's a large dog, she's a soft and sensitive soul who is looking for patient owners that can offer plenty of reassurance and encouragement as she builds confidence in her new life. Pigsy can be quite sound-sensitive and may feel overwhelmed in unfamiliar situations. She is looking for a quiet home in a peaceful location where she can truly relax and isn't surrounded by the hustle and bustle of busy environments. She will benefit from continuing some basic training and confidence-building with her new family, helping her learn that the world isn't such a scary place. One of Pigsy's greatest strengths is her lovely social skills with other dogs. She is polite, respectful and reads canine body language beautifully, happily engaging in play when invited by suitable companions. She can, however, find boisterous dogs intimidating, so calm and considerate introductions will help her continue having positive experiences on her walks. While in kennels, Pigsy has sometimes become startled by people suddenly appearing near her space and may bark when caught by surprise. She is therefore looking for owners who understand guarding breed traits and have experience supporting worried or sensitive dogs, helping her feel safe and secure as she settles into home life. Pigsy is house-trained and would love a home with her own secure garden, giving her a familiar space to relax, explore and continue her training before venturing further afield. Pigsy would most likely enjoy being the only dog in the home, allowing her to fully blossom, although a calm, polite and well-matched canine companion could be considered. She may also be able to live with a calm, dog-savvy cat and experienced older teenagers who can respect her space and gentle nature. Pigsy is a truly special girl who simply needs someone willing to see the wonderful dog behind her worries. With patience, understanding and plenty of love, she will flourish into a loyal and devoted companion. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Pigsy, you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 3 years

Location

🇬🇧London

Shelter

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Living with Pigsy

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

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

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Bringing Pigsy home

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About Pigsy

What life with Pigsy looks like

Pigsy is a large young adult cane corso dog waiting at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London.

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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Pigsy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Pigsy?: 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 Pigsy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Pigsy 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 Pigsy 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 Pigsy 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 Pigsy 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.