6...with Penny—they are deeply bonded and have even raised Puppies together. Their companionship brings out the best in each...is a charming five‑year‑old Jack Russell Terrier, Chihuahua cross who is currently staying with us through our Homestay Scheme. He and his best friend, Penny, are looking for a new home together due to their owners’ poor health. Cash is a...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (45mi)
5...other Dogs on walks and often greets them with loose, friendly body language. However, because he may guard high‑value...match? Pickles is a charming one‑year‑old Chihuahua bursting with confidence, friendliness, and enthusiasm. He absolutely thrives on human interaction and loves being part of whatever you’re doing. With his loose, wiggly body and...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newbury, Berks (45mi)
3...secure private garden would be ideal, and his new family should be keen to continue his training and enjoy helping a clever young pup reach his full potential. Could you be Valentino's perfect match? Valentino is a very affectionate, people-loving boy who adores company and thrives on attention. He’s a bright little soul who enjoys learning, loves being involved, and is...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire (28mi)
2...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 Mabel thrives on company. A private garden would be beneficial while she continues to build her confidence on walks, though this...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire (28mi)
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10...Bertie needs a patient, kind and gentle family that are able to give him time and patience to come around at his pace, however he does LOVE food so this is a great aid in making friends! Paolo is a real character, and looks after his big brother. Paolo is a lot more brave and confident, so supports Bertie in his confidence. They both love to explore new places and...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
3...with a resident dog, as she is super tolerant of all Dogs but also loves a game of chase! Any children in the home would...She's a really sweet, lovely girl and her new family will be so so lucky to have her! Could you be Moonlight's perfect match? Moonlight will need a little bit of work on her house-training as she may need a bit of reminding, but she also...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
3...can stay together. They really are a delightful pair of Dogs who enjoy getting out and about and walk beautifully on lead. They're super friendly and enjoy plenty of fuss and attention from their humans....OK to be left. If you are looking for a pair of fun and friendly little Dogs then add Arthur and Birtie to you favoutites now.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Leeds, Yorkshire (97mi)
2...care from a welfare situation. She will benefit from a family willing to introduce the basics, such as housetraining, being left alone and travelling in a vehicle.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (93mi)
2...dog but has shown some reactive behaviours towards large Dogs. This would be pending a successful mix in the centre prior to...We have no prior home history for Gin so a patient family that can introduce her to basics will be needed to teach her things like being housetrained. She is happy to jump into a car so has potential to join her new family on trips out. Gin...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (93mi)
3...hide in the corner. It is important that Dragon's new family understand he will need a quiet space to go to when he is feeling overwhelmed as this will help him feel safe enough to build that relationship with you. Despite being a more worried boy, Dragon is gaining confidence every day in our kennels and we can't wait for him to live up to his brave name!
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
2...Poor Harpy has never left the house before so will need a family who are able to guide her through her initial training and show...nice sniffy walks per day and socialise with other Dogs. Due to never having left the house before, Harpy will need a patient family who can introduce her to lead walking at her own pace. We can't wait for this sweet mum to find the loving...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
1...never left his home before, so would need an understanding family that are able to take everything slowly and at his pace, in...someone with experience of taking care of nervous Dogs, as he will need a lot of time to come out of his shell. When indoors with his siblings, he doesn't take long to warm up to you. However, without his brothers and sisters, he shuts down and...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
5...not used to being left alone in the home so will need a family who are able to build up his leaving hours slowly at first. Could you be Troll's perfect match? Troll can be a bit worried when meeting new people but as long as you go slow with him he will happily cuddle up on your lap for some fusses. Although he doesn't enjoy another dog interrupting his cuddles and can...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
8...does find other Dogs overwhelming and will bark at Dogs he sees, so he’s looking for a home that can offer quieter walks...needs support with rather than pressure. For the right family, this is very manageable with patience, space, and a routine that helps him feel safe. Could you be Xaden's perfect match? The centre environment can be particularly difficult for...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
5...an understanding home where he can feel truly part of the family. He would thrive with patient adopters who are around for most...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...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Shoreham by Sea, West Sussex (54mi)
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Harley's ideal home Meet Harley! This little bundle of fluff is looking to find the pawfect home with his best buddy Bear! Salt and Pepper, Fish and Chips and now Bear and Harley, this dynamic duo are inseparable and a love to spend their time napping, playing, walking and more napping. A sensitive soul, Harley requires a few minutes to come around to new people before showing
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire (28mi)
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Bear's ideal home Meet Bear! This little cub is looking for his furever home with his best friend Harley. When he is not sleeping, Bear likes to spend his time cuddling, snacking and spending time with his buddy Harley. Although he can be initially worried meeting new people, he quickly comes around to show off the wonderful delight that he truly is! Bear would need to be the
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Newton Tony, Wiltshire (28mi)
2Phoenix's ideal home Meet Phoenix, a handsome 1-year old Crossbreed who is looking for his forever home! Phoenix is a super worried little lad but finds a lot of comfort in his doggy friends. For this reason, Phoenix must be rehomed with a confident, resident dog that is able to show him the ropes. He could also be rehomed with his friend, Unicorn, who he was brought into the
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Cardiff, Glamorgan (85mi)
3...Could you be Grape's perfect match? Grape is a Chihuahua cross. We have minimal home history for Grape, however she tries her best to be housetrained and settles well here so should be ok being left home alone for a few hours. She has been worried with car travel and traffic so will benefit from further training with this and prefer her new home to be in a low traffic...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (93mi)
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 (97mi)
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