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Twiglet

Mixed Breed · Female · Adult · 8 years

Call us to discuss more about Twiglet! Twiglet is a beautiful 8-year-old Rottie cross searching for her very own special someone. She’s a loyal girl who prefers to take her time getting to know new people, often needing a few introductions before welcoming someone into her very exclusive social circle. You’ll know you’ve won her over when she proudly brings you her favourite ball to play with, and if you’re really lucky, she may even show off her clever side by tidying away her toys afterwards! Twiglet absolutely adores her toys and can become so excited by playtime that she sometimes finds it difficult to switch off and relax. Because of this, she’s looking for an owner who can continue helping her build confidence with settling down and enjoying some well-earned downtime. Twiglet is happiest when she’s the centre of attention, so she’s looking for an adult-only home with no other pets. She would thrive in a quieter environment with a resting place in the home where she won't be distracted by lots of outside passers-by. A secure outdoor space of her own to potter around in would make her incredibly happy, especially if there’s the occasional opportunity to “help” with a bit of gardening! Although Twiglet prefers quieter walks away from lots of other dogs, she’s always ready to hop in the car and head off on an adventure to peaceful walking spots with her favourite people. Twiglet recently had a sleepover with her favourite handler here at the centre! Jason said she was the perfect house guest and had the best time ever! She enjoyed a potter in the garden and loved playing with her toys and then a well earned sleep in her bed! She has definetly proved to be a pawsome houseguest! Let's make her next staycation permanent! If you think Twiglet could be your pawfect match, fill out an application or give us a call today! AWE licence number 13090 by West Lothian Council.

Size
Age
Adult · 8 years
Location
🇬🇧West Calder
Shelter
Dogs Trust West Calder
Living with Twiglet
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust West Calder · West CalderLearn about Mixed Breed

Listed 3 months ago

Bringing Twiglet home

What you'll need for Twiglet 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 Twiglet

What life with Twiglet looks like

Twiglet is a adult mixed breed dog waiting at Dogs Trust West Calder in West Calder.

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.

West Calder, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Twiglet, answered.

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