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Ralph

Poodle · Unknown · Puppy · 4 months

Our first reaction to seeing little Ralph was, of course, “He's so fluffy!” What an adorable little ball of tumbleweed. Ralph is a lovely shaggy dog who is looking for a new home through no fault of his own. He is a cross between a Lhasa Apso and a Miniature Poodle, giving him the sturdy shape of a Lhasa Apso combined with the wonderfully wavy coat of a Poodle. Ralph would love a relaxed home environment. He currently lives with children aged eight and over, so a home with sensible older children could be an option. However, we get the feeling that Ralph would be happiest enjoying a quieter, simpler life. When out and about, Ralph is neutral around other dogs and generally prefers to keep himself to himself. After being bullied by a neighbour's dog when he was younger, he tends to avoid canine company where possible. As he has never shared his indoor space with another dog, we feel he would be happiest as the only dog in the home. During his assessment, Ralph was quiet, relaxed and very sweet with us. He engaged gently throughout and showed some interest in the chickens, but nothing that caused any concern. He was crate-trained as a puppy and has since learned to settle himself nicely in the evenings. Sadly, Ralph's current owner is finding it difficult to balance work, family life and Ralph's needs. With his best interests at heart, she has made the difficult decision to find him a new home where he can receive all the love, time and attention he deserves. Fully vaccinated for Rabies and Infections Diseases 4D tested for Brucellosis and tick borne diseases

Size
Age
Puppy · 4 months
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Doggy Dens UK Rescue
Living with Ralph
  • Vaccinated
  • Neutered
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
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Bringing Ralph home

What you'll need for Ralph 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
  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 Ralph

What life with Ralph looks like

Ralph is a puppy/kitten poodle dog waiting at Doggy Dens UK Rescue in United Kingdom.

Puppies need routine, gentle socialization, and roughly two short outings a day for the first year. The first six months are the formative window — house-training, leash work, and quiet exposure to traffic, other dogs, and unfamiliar people happen now or not at all. Expect early-morning wake-ups and a few months of chewing.

🇬🇧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 Ralph, answered.

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