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...he can enjoy walking buddies with calm-natured Dogs. Ernie would be best suited to a calm household with children aged 14+ who understand and respect his space when he needs time to reset. A secure garden is a must, giving him a safe area to relax and potter. Could you be Ernie's perfect match? Ernie has a medium energy level and is cautious in new environments,...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
1...Maybelle's perfect match? Maybelle is a 10 year old Chihuahua who is currently being a wonderful house guest out in her foster home. She is able to be left to her own devices for a few hours and tends to snooze the time away. Maybelle does have mitral valve disease and is on lifelong medication for this.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (59mi)
3...ideal home Valentino is a 5 month old Chihuahua cross Dachshund who is looking for a calm, committed home with children aged 14 years and over, where leaving hours are minimal to begin with as he has never been left alone before. He must live with another dog, who can help him feel secure and show him the ropes as he grows in confidence. A secure private garden...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire (27mi)
2...ideal home Mabel is a 5-year-old Chihuahua who is looking for a home where she can get plenty of cuddles. She would like to be the only dog in the household and would suit a family with children aged 5+ who are happy to share their space and time with a very affectionate little companion. Leaving hours will need to be kept minimal initially and built up slowly, as...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire (27mi)
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...live with another dog that matches his enthusiasm (female Dogs must be neutered) and could also live with children aged 6+ who ...comfortable around lively, bouncy Dogs. Could you be Gus's perfect match? Gus has a medium energy level and will benefit from a balance of physical exercise and mental stimulation to help him stay happy and settled. He enjoys his walks but can...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
4...a calm, adult-only home with no other pets, including Dogs, cats, or small furries, and no children. She has a medium energy level and, once settled, can be left for up to four hours. A secure, private garden is a must, giving her a safe space to explore at her own pace without pressure. Ruby would thrive with adopters who don’t expect an “out and about” dog, but...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
1...home Beautiful little Bambi is an 11 year old Chihuahua who is ready to find her forever home. She's currently living off site in a foster home where she is really loving all the comforts of home life. She's slowly getting the hang of her housetraining so her new family will need to continue this with her as she settles. As an older lady, she much prefers the quiet life...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (68mi)
2...another dog in Drake's new home as he has lived with Dogs before but he is a bit indifferent to them and happy to do his own thing. Could you be Drake's perfect match? Drake is a wonderful little boy, independent, gentle and loving. He is on the lookout for a calm new home, where he can potter in peace, maybe keep someone company most of the day on their lap?! If you are...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales (66mi)
4...predictable routine. Skye can be cautious towards other Dogs when she’s out on walks, so she would be happiest as the only dog in the household. She will also need some practical support, such as help getting in and out of the car. Could you be Skye's perfect match? Skye is an incredibly loving, devoted little companion once she’s had time and feels comfortable around...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (53mi)
5...understand that he can feel unsure around other Dogs, particularly larger ones, and who are happy to support him in these situations. Calvin will also need some gentle assistance with car travel, as he benefits from help getting in and out of the car and feels most reassured when someone sits beside him. Could you be Calvin's perfect match? Once Calvin feels safe and...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (53mi)
2...other. They are looking for a home where they are the only Dogs in the home but could potentially live with a dog if it was the...fit for them, although they can bark at new Dogs initially. Their new home would ideally allow them to have free roam around the house as they so love being cuddled up on the sofa and Ricco is very good at tucking himself in under the...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Mid Glamorgan, Wales (66mi)
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...pet in the home, as he can feel worried around other Dogs, and he’s best suited to a family with children aged 14+ who can understand his need for space and gentle handling. Once settled, he can be left for a few hours and travels well in the car. Could you be Oliver's perfect match? If you’re looking for an older companion who enjoys the quieter side of life,...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
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...walks rather than close interactions with other Dogs. An adult-only household is essential, though sensible children who understand boundaries could visit. Could you be Milo's perfect match? At heart, Milo is a lovely, warm companion with a playful streak that really shines once he feels comfortable. He adores his toys, especially soft ones, and will happily...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (53mi)
3...new home as have shown some reactivity towards other Dogs. They will need their own secure garden. Could you be Freyah & Maybelle's perfect match? Maybelle is 9yrs old & Freyah is 5yrs old. They would love to find a family that are willing to reintroduce the basics, including things like housetraining and being left alone. They have a good history of travelling in a...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (59mi)
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3...ideal home Gherkin is a very sweet 1yr old Chihuahua Crossbreed who was found as a stray. While we don't know anything about his past, he has shown himself to be a real snuggle monster once he knows you! He can be worried by people he doesn't know but comes round if you give him a bit of space initially. He's super dog social though so would be fine to share with a...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire (75mi)
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...enjoys attention, and he’s good when meeting other Dogs, especially those who are smaller and calm in nature. Maxi could happily live with another dog of similar size and temperament, as well as cats and small furries. He can also live with children aged 11+ who are respectful of his small size and understand when he needs a little space. Maxi enjoys playtime and is...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
2...but has shown some reactive behaviours towards large Dogs. This would be pending a successful mix in the centre prior to adoption. Although we have no history for her around cats, she could potentially live with them, following a successful scent swap. She’ll then need a gradual introduction to her new feline friend, being kept apart to begin with. Could you be Gin's...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (59mi)
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...be shy or worried at times, particularly around new Dogs, so continued gentle guidance and positive experiences will help him grow in confidence. He can be left for short periods once settled and enjoys having a cosy spot to relax after some enrichment or play. Badger would thrive with calm, consistent adults who are happy to invest time in building a trusting friendship...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
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...Bert can be conflicted around other Dogs and prefers Dogs his own size; while he may manage calm walking buddies, he truly ...enjoy the company of other Dogs and is happiest simply being alongside his best friend, Ernie. They share a close bond and are looking for a home together. Bert would suit a calm household with children aged 14+ who can respect his space when...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (72mi)
3Dragon's ideal home Say hello to Dragon, our sweet little 1 year old Crossbreed. Dragon is a shy boy who may take a little while to warm up to you, because he has never left the house before and isn't used to being around people. He is currently sharing his kennel with two of his brothers, so would benefit from having social doggy friends in the future and could potentially
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (86mi)
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