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Rex

Male · Young · 1 year

Ready, Rex, Go! This high-spirited, radiant boy is always raring for his next adventure. Full of fun, enthusiasm and affection, Rex is a lovable character who enjoys a good play session just as much as a cosy cuddle at the feet of his favourite people. Rex has been a firm favourite with staff thanks to his friendly nature and heart of gold. He's an intelligent young boy who loves toys, treats and spending time with people. While he can get a little overexcited at times, w especially when meeting new dog friends, he's shown that with calm guidance and the right outlets for his energy, he settles well and enjoys relaxing alongside his human companions. From his time at Battersea Brands Hatch we have found that he can have periods of time where he is needing his areas to be more familiar we have therefore ustilised out outdoor and indoor spaces to ensure that he is comfortable once more before introducing him to new areas. A garden will be ideal space for him to get familiar with before introducing him to the wider world, Rex has responded well to training, all training that has been implemented during his stay will be demonstrated to his new owners by a member of the team. Rex is looking for an active home with experienced owners who can continue helping him develop his manners and confidence around other dogs. He would prefer to be the only dog in the home and is best suited to living with older teenagers. Rex promises endless entertainment, loyal companionship and the chance to watch a sweet, fun-loving youngster flourish into a friend for life. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Rex, you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest.

Size
Medium
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇬🇧London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Rex
  • ✕Good with dogs
  • ✕Good with cats
Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · London

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Rex home

What you'll need for Rex 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 Rex

What life with Rex looks like

Rex is a medium-sized young adult 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. Two reasonable walks a day plus play time is usually enough. 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.

London, United Kingdom — browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Rex, answered.

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