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Saffy

Female · Adult · 4 years

Support and Health How much training will I need? Needs some support Can I be left alone? Potentially, once settled Saffy came to us as a stray so we don’t know how she is when left home alone. Any home alone time will need to be built up from scratch once she has settled in. Do I have any medical conditions? History of Saffy has a historic medical condition, namely removal of dew claws, that will require consideration before this pet is rehomed. Our rehoming team will be able to give you further information if you apply to rehome them and you are a successful match. We would also advise that any medical conditions, be that historic or ongoing, are discussed with your own vet prior to taking them home. Who I can live with Can I live with dogs? No Can I live with cats? No Can I live with small pets? No Additional information Saffy can find sharing space with other dogs too much pressure to socialise. She would potentially be able to walk with friendly dogs who would allow her space to build her confidence. Saffy is polite when meeting other dogs and is becoming more playful when interacting with them outside. But can become avoidant if she has negative interactions. Family and environment What kind of family am I looking for? If Saffy’s new home had children they would need to be aged 8 years plus. Who would be able to greet Saffy calmy and handle her gently while she builds her confidence in a new home. Saffy can be shy initially but is starting to warm up to people quickly, with gentle fusses and treats. What type of environment would suit me? Saffy will need a secure private garden to help her with toilet training and give her space to run around and let off that lurcher energy. About Saffy Saffy is a beautiful lurcher with gorgeous, light sandy fur that is silky soft. She is a sweet, gentle soul with so much love to give. Saffy loves nothing more than snoozing in a soft, cosy bed and is slowly learning all about being a much-loved pet. She is discovering toys and play at her own pace, and it’s lovely to see her curiosity and confidence grow. With patience, kindness and a little time, Saffy will be a wonderfully rewarding companion. She has so much love to offer and is looking for a special forever home where she can continue to blossom.

Size
Small
Age
Adult · 4 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Woodgreen Pets Charity
Living with Saffy
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Woodgreen Pets Charity · United Kingdom

Listed 5 days ago

Bringing Saffy home

What you'll need for Saffy 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
  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 Saffy

What life with Saffy looks like

Saffy is a small adult dog waiting at Woodgreen Pets Charity in United Kingdom.

An 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.

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Frequently asked

Adopting Saffy, answered.

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