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 (59mi)
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 (59mi)
3...He is happy and excited to meet and greet other Dogs. He likes treats and currently knows a sit, paw, and wait. He enjoys digging in the sandpit and burying goodies. Leo likes his home comforts and to have a good snooze on a comfy bed.
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Ilfracombe, North Devon (83mi)
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 (63mi)
3...fun. We don't think Bailey has had much exposure to other Dogs in his previous home and he has very mixed reactions when meeting...begins to bark! We've been walking him near to other Dogs that we know won't pay him any mind, helping build up his confidence around others. His new family will need to be prepared to work with Bailey, building up the same confidence and...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (76mi)
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 (63mi)
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 (59mi)
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 (59mi)
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...strokes and enjoying cuddles with her foster family. She has no formal obedience yet and can be unsure of sudden movements or hands coming toward her, so positive, gentle training will suit her best. She’s a lovely companion for someone who doesn’t mind taking things at her pace and will celebrate the small steps as she discovers life can be safe, soft, and full of...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Telford, Shropshire (46mi)
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 (59mi)
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 (59mi)
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 (59mi)
3...to his handler for comfort. We'd love to find him a new family that will help build up his confidence with all these new...make the first move. Rolo has been living with other Dogs but isn't familiar with any others so seeing all these Dogs of different shapes and sizes has been rather eye opening for him! We feel he'd be quite happy living with another well matched dog,...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Liverpool, Merseyside (76mi)
1...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 and is content snoozing her day away on a comfy bed or at her foster carers side, she loves to get snuggly in a cosy blanket on the sofa. Bambi is looking for a forever home where she can enjoy her golden years....
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Kenilworth, Warks (76mi)
3...their new home as have shown some reactivity towards other Dogs. They will need their own secure garden. Could you be Freyah &...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 car so could join their new family...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Evesham, Worcestershire (63mi)
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1...should be introduced gradually. He cannot live with other Dogs, cats, or small furries, and would be best suited to a home with...Dukie can feel worried or conflicted around other Dogs, as he hasn’t had much positive interaction with them in the past. He can be unsure when meeting new Dogs and may be reactive when out and about, so he will need understanding...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (173mi)
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 (108mi)
9...his side. While he is not particularly keen on large Dogs, he can pass them calmly on walks when given enough space. He enjoys exploring new places — from beaches to busy cities — and both he and Bruno travel well in the car, making them lovely companions for adventures. Brody is fully housetrained, intelligent, and quick to learn, and although he isn’t very...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (173mi)
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...adventures, Titch could be your perfect match. He is friendly when meeting other Dogs and would appreciate steady, positive ...to both canine and human friends. This little man enjoys cuddles and a fuss, but also enjoys playing with toys and gentle walks exploring his surroundings. Titch would thrive in a home that values routine, reassurance, and quiet...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (173mi)
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...thrive in a home where he can be included as part of the family. Buddy will need adopters who are happy to continue some basic...match? Buddy is confident when meeting other Dogs and could potentially live with another dog, pending a successful meet here at the centre. He would suit a home that can provide him with regular walks, enrichment and plenty of...
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Rescue Centre / Charity • Wickford, Essex (173mi)
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