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Sunny

Male · Young · 2 years

Sunny is a charismatic Labrador based at our Old Windsor centre who is bursting with enthusiasm for life. He is a friendly, affectionate boy who likes meeting new people and is always happy to receive plenty of fuss and attention. Like many Labradors, Sunny has a zest for life and enjoys being involved in everything that's going on around him. He is social with other dogs and loves to play, although he can sometimes become a little over-excited. Sunny is still learning his manners when it comes to greeting both people and other dogs, so he will need a home that can continue his training and help him develop good habits. Sunny loves getting out and about on walks and enjoys exploring new places. He is always ready for an adventure and would make an excellent companion for an active owner. One of his favourite things is water, and he is never one to miss an opportunity for a splash. He also travels well in the car, making him the ideal partner for days out and weekend adventures. A true Labrador at heart, Sunny absolutely loves his food, which makes him highly motivated and eager to learn during training sessions. He is also a big fan of toys and can often be seen proudly carrying one around in his mouth, especially when he's feeling excited. Sunny has shown to be worried by children and been reactive around them and towards them. He is looking for a home with no children or visiting young children ideally. Sunny is looking for a home that can provide him with plenty of exercise. In return, he will offer endless affection, fun and companionship. If you're looking for a lively, loving dog to share your adventures with, Sunny could be a great match for you. If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Sunny 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 · 2 years
Location
🇬🇧London
Shelter
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home
Living with Sunny
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Battersea Dogs & Cats Home · London

Listed Yesterday

Bringing Sunny home

What you'll need for Sunny 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 Sunny

What life with Sunny looks like

Sunny is a large 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. 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.

London, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Sunny, answered.

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