Mistletoe

Mistletoe has just arrived with us and is currently being assessed.

Mistletoe has a European pet passport so can be rehomed outside the UK so long as you can travel to us to meet and collect her (we don’t transport/deliver) and we can arrange a home check in your area.

In these early days, it’s your responsibility to keep Mistletoe safe by keeping her world small and calm. Take things slowly and gently build up to more exciting experiences – too much, too soon can be overwhelming and may make the adoption harder for her.

Please remember to stay calm and relaxed throughout this settling-in period. If you feel anxious or stressed, Mistletoe is likely to feel the same. Greyhounds are incredibly sensitive, emotional souls and are very good at picking up on our moods.

Mistletoe is currently living in a foster home, but before that she spent time in kennels, so some everyday household sights and sounds may still feel new, confusing or a little worrying for her. She’ll need gentle introductions to things like hoovers, TVs and busy home life, along with plenty of reassurance as she learns that she’s safe. With time, patience and understanding, Mistletoe will blossom into a wonderful companion, ready to share life’s adventures with you.

Before applying to adopt, please take a moment to familiarise yourself with the 3-3-3 rule. This is some of the best advice available to help a new dog settle successfully into their new home.

3 days – In the first three days, your dog may feel scared, anxious or overwhelmed. She may also test boundaries as she tries to understand her new environment.

3 weeks – After around three weeks, she should start to feel more settled and become familiar with her routine. This is often when her personality begins to shine through.

3 months – By three months, your new dog will truly understand that this is her home. She’ll feel relaxed, secure and trusting, and much more like herself.

When you submit an application form, you will receive an automated email straight away outlining the next steps. We’re unable to process applications until we receive a reply to this email, so please check your junk or spam folder. As we use an automation platform, emails can occasionally be rejected. If you don’t receive anything as soon as you press submit, please let us know so we can help.