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Teddy

Border Collie · Male · Young · 2 years

About TeddyTeddy's story hasn't had the easiest beginning. He came into the care of the RSPCA following an inspector's visit, having been found living in terrible conditions. He was painfully thin, his coat was filthy and he had completely shut down, understandably unsure of the world around him. But with time, patience and plenty of love and TLC, Teddy has slowly blossomed. His beautiful personality has begun to shine through, and now this special boy is ready to take his next big step – finding a loving forever home of his own. Teddy can be shy around people he doesn't know, and he will need patient, understanding adopters who are happy to take things at his pace. Building his trust will take time, but once you've earned it, you'll have the most loyal of companions. When Teddy gives you his heart, he gives it wholeheartedly. He will need an adult-only home with people who are committed to helping him overcome his insecurities and build his confidence. His new family must be prepared for multiple visits to the centre to allow a bond to develop, and they will also have the opportunity to meet with the centre's behaviourist before adoption to ensure everyone is set up for success. Teddy is good with other dogs and could potentially share his home with a calm, quiet canine companion who can help him feel secure. And what makes Teddy really happy? Toys! He absolutely adores them and, given the choice, would happily spend his days playing. He does have a sensitive tummy, so his treats will need to be chosen carefully. After everything Teddy has been through, he deserves nothing less than a home filled with kindness, patience and unconditional love. Could you be the special person Teddy has been waiting for? He may need a little extra time to trust you, but the love and loyalty you'll receive in return will be worth every second. Please don't overlook this beautiful boy. He has so much love left to give.

Size

Large

Age

Young · 2 years

Location

🇬🇧York

Shelter

RSPCA York Animal Home

Living with Teddy

✓Good with dogs
✕Good with kids

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About Teddy

What life with Teddy looks like

Teddy is a large young adult border collie dog waiting at RSPCA York Animal Home in York.

A 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 Teddy, answered.

How do I contact the shelter about Teddy?: Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. RSPCA York Animal Home handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Teddy on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.
Can I adopt Teddy if I live in another country?: Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — RSPCA York Animal 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. Transport is usually a separate cost, so ask for the exact figure before you commit.
Is Teddy 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 Teddy 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 RSPCA York Animal Home early rather than rehoming privately; they know Teddy 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.