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Adopt Star

Mixed Breed · Male

Star is a handsome bouwho has recently retired from racing and is now looking for a loving home to begin his next chapter. Having only just arrived with us, Star can be a little unsure and nervous in new surroundings -which is completely understandable after such a big change. Despite this, he has already shown himself to be a very friendly and gentle boy who is enjoying getting to know his carers. Star walks well on a lead and harness and has been calm when passing other dogs, often giving a friendly wag of his tail. However, as he has never been formally introduced to other dogs, his behaviour around them is still unknown. Due to his background as a racing Greyhound, he will need to be the only pet in the home. Like many ex-racers, Star has likely never experienced life in a home environment. This means his adopters will need to be patient and understanding as he learns new routines, including housetraining and settling into everyday home life. With time and reassurance, Star has all the potential to become a wonderful companion. He is currently eating well and has shown no signs of resource guarding. Star has been briefly checked by our vet and will require a dental, and he also has some hair loss on his legs and body which we will continue to monitor. Star weighs just under 30kg and stands approximately 72cm at the shoulder…a tall, elegant boy with lots of love to give. As Star has only been with us a few days, we are still getting to know him and will update his profile as we learn more. If you’re ready to offer a calm, patient home and help Star adjust to life beyond racing, he could be the perfect addition to your family. (01925) 748638Contact Us HERESlutchers Lane – Warrington – WA1 1NA All animal meetings by appointment only. Donation drop offs any day 10:30am to 3:30pm Website Design By – OWN A WEBSITE

Size
Large
Age
Location
🇬🇧Warrington
Shelter
Warrington Animal Welfare
Living with Star
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Bringing Star home

What you'll need for Star 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 Star

What life with Star looks like

Star is a large adult mixed breed dog waiting at Warrington Animal Welfare in Warrington.

An 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.

Warrington, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Star, answered.

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