Give a dog a home...
THERE are many Welsh rescue dogs currently in need of a new home. And centres are currently experiencing an unprecedented amount of interest, with some dogs getting several hundred applications, according to Dogs Trust.
Due to the pandemic, the rehoming process is still being done virtually at some centres, although it is best to check with each centre.
Here are just some of them described in the words of the people who know them best at rescue centres in Swansea, Llanelli and Bridgend.
RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre, Swansea
■ Freddie, aged one, terrier cross collie Freddie is a very friendly but lively dog. He needs an owner who has a good understanding of dog training and someone who has plenty of time to dedicate to his development. Freddie would enjoy varied walks, so someone who loves the outdoors would be an ideal match.
He gets on well with other dogs but does need to learn how to be calm before meeting, as well as learning a few manners
for socialising, as he can become quite vocal at times.
Many Tears Animal Rescue, Llanelli ■ Candy, aged seven, greyhound
Candy is calm and gentle and has lovely manners with other dogs but is also very happy and content in her own company. She could be an only dog as she does appear to enjoy human company best of all. She truly is the sweetest girl. ■
Esta, aged four, Newfoundland cross
Esta is a girl in need of a very special home. She arrived with us very withdrawn and worried but is coming on and learning to trust. In an experienced home she will transform and flourish. ■ Keel, aged two, hound Keel is a beautiful, quirky little boy. Since arriving at the rescue he has come on dramatically in terms of confidence, walking on a lead and has an affectionate side which is starting to show itself. ■
Hobnob, aged seven, chow chow
Hobnob is a new arrival at the rescue and is in need of some love and attention. She is sweet and once she is settled enough to have a bath and a groom she will be absolutely stunning. ■ Kita, aged five, Akita Kita is a very friendly girl and once she knows and trusts you she is always asking for fusses and giving lovely kisses. She needs a home that is knowledgeable and experienced with her breed.
Dogs Trust, Bridgend
Alfred, aged seven, English bulldog
■
Alfred is looking for an experienced home with owners who are confident reading his body language. He can be nervous meeting people, but will come around at his own pace.
Alfred enjoys walks and mixing with small dogs but must be the only dog in the home. Alfred cannot live with cats or small furries. Alfred would benefit from having his own secure garden to play in. Due to Alfred lacking in confidence, he must live with children aged 16 years and over and with a home where there aren’t many visitors.
Alfred does have a medical condition and will require a leg operation once he is in a home. ■
Dave, aged five, crossbreed
He is a sensitive boy who comes around in his own time. He will need an adult-only home with an owner who understands his timid nature. Dave would appreciate a quiet home without many visitors so it is easier for him to feel safe. He can’t live with cats or small furries. ■
Holly, aged two, deerhound
Holly is looking for a quiet, adult-only home with patient, dog-experienced owners who will give her time to settle into her new home. Due to her nervous nature, minimal visitors are advised.
Once Holly knows you, she is affectionate and loving. Holly is best suited as the only dog in the home. Unfortunately, she is unable to live with cats and small furries. ■ Lester, aged eight, King Charles spaniel Lester enjoys having doggy friends, so he could live with another dog already established in the home. Lester has never lived with cats, so the home are unsure whether or not he could.
Lester would prefer owners who are around during the day for company and can pop out for walks at a more gentle pace. He can live with children 11 years and over as long as they are aware that he can’t do too much.
Lester does have multiple medical conditions; potential owners should be aware that there will be a financial commitment required for his medical costs. Lester had to have his eye removed, so his previous issues with his eye have now been resolved.