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Weasel

Whippet · Male · Senior · 12 years

Weasel is a super sweet boy, hoping for a forever home where he can live out his golden years enjoying zoomies and playing in his garden and cuddles on the sofa. Weasel is fully house-trained and travels well in the car (can have a bark at people walking past). There is no reason for Weasel to be muzzled for any sort of handling, such as veterinary or grooming, however he would prefer if you were to avoid his nails! He's good on lead, but he can be a bit vocal when on walks. He is a really sweet older man, and we can't wait to see him cosied up on his forever sofa. Say hello to handsome Weasel, an 11-year old Whippet X looking for his forever home! Weasel could be rehomed with children 11yrs+ but would like to be the only dog in the home. Weasel is very sweet and loving, and he is looking for a nice retirement home where he can indulge in all the home comforts! Weasel has bundles of energy for his age, so would love to have a lovely garden where he can play and have a run around. Weasel much prefers spending time in the garden then snoozing on the sofa as walks worry him. He will be such a fun, lovable companion for his forever home. Weasel is a super sweet boy and he settles really nicely in his kennel, so we hope this will translate well into home life too. He loves to explore new places, and will have a good sniff and explore. He is fab with all sorts of handling, and has no issues - apart from his nails, which he would prefer for people to avoid! Weasel's favourite toy is a tennis ball, and he will play with one until his heart's content!

Size
Age
Senior · 12 years
Location
🇬🇧Cardiff
Shelter
Dogs Trust Cardiff
Living with Weasel
  • House-trained
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Cardiff · CardiffLearn about Whippet

Listed 1 month ago

Bringing Weasel home

What you'll need for Weasel 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 Weasel

What life with Weasel looks like

Weasel is a senior whippet dog waiting at Dogs Trust Cardiff in Cardiff.

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.

Cardiff, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Weasel, answered.

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