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Sophia

Greyhound · Female · Adult · 7 years

Meet Sophia, the beautiful greyhound who is looking for a home. Sophia is a loving and gentle girl, she is great with children, she is gentle, kind, and patient, she enjoys being around children and has a calm, affectionate nature that makes her a wonderful family companion. Sophia is excellent with other dogs, she gets along brilliantly with other dogs and enjoys canine company, whether out on walks or relaxing at home. She enjoys her walks, like most Greyhounds, she loves getting out for a stroll and exploring the world around her. She walks nicely and is always happy to join you for a daily adventure before settling down for a nap. Sophia is a fantastic House Dog, In the home, she is an absolute dream. Clean, quiet, and well-mannered, she loves lounging comfortably and spending time with her people. Greyhounds are often known as “45 mph couch potatoes,” and she certainly lives up to that reputation! She is affectionate and easy going, with her gentle temperament and relaxed nature, she would make a wonderful companion for a family, couple, or individual looking for a loyal and loving friend. If you’re looking for a calm, friendly, and affectionate dog who is equally happy enjoying a walk or relaxing on the sofa, this beautiful Greyhound could be the perfect match. ❤️ Could you be the forever home she’s been waiting for? ❤️ *Please note Sophia is currently not at the centre, but meet and greets can be arranged*

Size
Age
Adult · 7 years
Location
🇬🇧United Kingdom
Shelter
Greyhound Rescue Wales
Living with Sophia
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Greyhound Rescue Wales · United KingdomLearn about Greyhound

Listed 1 week ago

Bringing Sophia home

What you'll need for Sophia 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 Sophia

What life with Sophia looks like

Sophia is a adult greyhound dog waiting at Greyhound Rescue Wales 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 Sophia, answered.

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