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German Shepherd · Male · Young · 1 year

Snoop is a bright and energetic young German Shepherd cross who is looking for an active home ready to embrace all the fun and adventure that comes with a intelligent adolescent dog. At just one year old, Snoop is full of enthusiasm for life and loves nothing more than getting out and exploring the world around him. He is a playful boy with a particular passion for chasing toys, playing fetch, and taking part in training sessions, which help channel his energy and keep his busy mind occupied. Snoop is a smart dog who already knows a range of cues, including sit, paw, bed, touch and drop. He is highly motivated by both treats and toys and is always keen to learn. His new owners will enjoy continuing his training and helping him develop into a well-rounded adult dog. When meeting new people, Snoop can be very excitable and is eager to make friends. He may greet visitors with enthusiastic jumps, but he responds well to guidance and is learning that keeping all four paws on the floor is much more rewarding. Snoop enjoys the company of other dogs and generally shows friendly body language when meeting them. However, his enthusiasm can sometimes get the better of him. He would benefit from calm dog interactions while he continues to develop his social skills and learn appropriate manners around other dogs. For this reason, Snoop is looking to be the only dog in his new home, allowing him time to settle and build positive social experiences out on walks. As a young dog, Snoop will need owners who understand the challenges that can come with a large high energy breed. A home with a secure private garden is essential for Snoop. This will give him a safe space to enjoy off-lead exercise, continue his recall training, and burn off some of his energy. He was housetrained in his previous home and would let his owners know when he needed to go outside. Snoop is searching for an active and committed home that can provide both mental and physical enrichment. In return, they will gain a fun-loving, intelligent, and rewarding companion who is eager to learn, build strong bonds, and share in life's adventures. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Snoop you can e-mail our rehoming team on to register your interest. We ask every customer to first complete our online rehoming application form, so if you have not filled in our form yet you can find the details on how to do so here;

Size
Large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇬🇧London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Snoop
  • House-trained
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
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Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · LondonLearn about German Shepherd

Listed 3 days ago

Bringing Snoop home

What you'll need for Snoop 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 Snoop

What life with Snoop looks like

Snoop is a large young adult german shepherd 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 Snoop, answered.

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