How do I contact the shelter about Tess?

Use the phone, email, or website link in the sidebar of this page. The Oldies Club handles screening and the adoption contract directly — TailHarbor doesn't broker the conversation. When you reach out, mention you saw Tess on TailHarbor so they know which animal you're asking about.

Can I adopt Tess if I live in another country?

Yes, in most cases. Rescues across Europe routinely place animals abroad — The Oldies Club 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 Tess 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 Tess 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 The Oldies Club early rather than rehoming privately; they know Tess 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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Tess

Mixed Breed · Female · Senior · 11 years

Adorable Tess is an 11yr old Shar Pei x Collie looking for her forever home through Helping Hounds in Grayshott, Hampshire. She is grieving the loss of her sister who has recently died and so Tess is now left alone looking for her perfect forever home. Tess is a larger lady but oh so gentle and soppy. She is definitely missing her sister, and so the volunteers are doing all that they can to make her life bearable. Lots of love and attention, trips out and overnight stays, BUT……. Tess needs a home of her own where she can settle and relax and know she is part of the family. Tess is described as an angel in the home. She loves affection and just sitting next to you in the evening watching the TV. She will come for strokes and then happy to take herself off to lie quietly nearby. Although slowing down, she still enjoys lengthy strolls. Whilst a strong girl, but is very responsive and polite and a pleasure to walk. She stops when asked and is just happy to be by your side. Tess is clean and well behaved in the home, can be left for a couple of hours and will just settle down and wait for you to return… Although Tess could be an only dog, it is felt that as she has always lived with another dog and really misses her sister's company, she would appreciate the company of another older and calm dog. She loves meeting other dogs on walks, and so if she had a chum to live side by side with, she would be so happy. A series of meet and greets would be welcomed. Wonderful Tess so deserves the best loving forever home. If you have a garden and a space on the sofa, please consider welcoming her into your life. She would love nothing more than a kind and caring family to call her own. ———————————————————– If you'd love to give Tess her forever home….. Contact Helping Hounds Hampshire as follows: Complete the Adoption Application Form on Helping Hounds’ website – click here . One of their team will then be in touch. Please say you saw Tess on the Oldies Club website.

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Age

Senior · 11 years

Location

🇬🇧United Kingdom

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About Tess

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Tess is a senior mixed breed dog waiting at The Oldies Club in United Kingdom.

Senior dogs settle in faster than younger ones. They want a soft bed, predictable meals, and short, sniff-heavy walks rather than runs. Many senior rescues bond deeply within weeks because they understand exactly how good a stable home is. Expect occasional vet visits for joint or dental care.

🇬🇧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 Tess, answered.

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