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Yoshida

Border Collie · Male · Young · 1 year

Yoshida is a bright, playful and affectionate boy with a huge heart and an even bigger personality. He loves spending time with his favourite people and, once he knows you, his sweet and cheeky side quickly comes to life. Whether he's exploring new places, learning something new or simply enjoying your company, Yoshida is happiest when he's sharing experiences with those he trusts. This handsome lad is incredibly intelligent and enjoys having both his mind and body kept busy. He loves enrichment, training and adventures, making him a wonderful companion for someone who enjoys working with their dog and celebrating their progress together. While Yoshida can sometimes find the world a little overwhelming, he has already shown how well he can learn and adapt with the right support. With patience, understanding and a family willing to invest in him, Yoshida has all the ingredients to become an amazing companion. He is a truly special boy who is ready to find someone to call his own and start the next exciting chapter of his life. Yoshida is looking for a patient and understanding adult-only home where he can continue to grow in confidence and enjoy all the good things life has to offer. He will need to be the only dog in the home, allowing him to fully relax and build a strong bond with his new family. He would love adopters who enjoy getting out and about but are happy to explore quieter walking areas where he feels most comfortable. Yoshida is a clever boy who thrives when given guidance, consistency and positive training. He is looking for people who can help him continue developing his skills and support him as he settles into home life. In return, he will reward their efforts with loyalty, affection and plenty of fun along the way.

Size
Extra large
Age
Young · 1 year
Location
🇬🇧Sadberge
Shelter
Dogs Trust Darlington
Living with Yoshida
  • Good with dogs
  • Good with cats
  • Good with kids
Cared for by Dogs Trust Darlington · SadbergeLearn about Border Collie

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Bringing Yoshida home

What you'll need for Yoshida 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 Yoshida

What life with Yoshida looks like

Yoshida is a extra-large young adult border collie dog waiting at Dogs Trust Darlington in Sadberge.

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.

Sadberge, United Kingdom browse more dogs in United Kingdom.

Frequently asked

Adopting Yoshida, answered.

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