1Daisy's ideal home Daisy and her best friend Poppy are looking to find their retirement home together. Daisy is 11 year old Shit Tzu and Poppy is 9 years old Lhasa Apso. They are a bonded pair who love being curled up in a bed together and going for walks together. They can live with primary aged children who understands they do like their own space and not to be over handled.
4Gizmo's ideal home Gizmo is looking for a quiet home where any children are teenaged. Although friendly with other dogs he can be a pest and doesn't like rowdy dogs so is probably best as the only dog at home, although he may be able to live with cats. Gizmo is house trained and can be left alone for an hour or two. He has a minor heart condition that does not require
3Bella's ideal home Bella is looking for a home where she can be the only pet and where any children are over the age of 14. Bella is house trained however she is not used to being left alone so will need somebody to be home for most of the day whilst she settles and build up her leaving hours very gradually. Bella is currently on some medication for her joints but this doesn't
4Tilly's ideal home Tilly is a gentle girl looking for a patient and loving home where she can continue her journey of learning and growing. Tilly would thrive in a quieter home where she can feel safe and secure. She may prefer a more peaceful environment, she can live with secondary school-aged children who understand that Tilly may need some space to settle in and gain
4Lola's ideal home Lola is a lovely little lady! She is an 11 year old Shih Tzu who is looking to be a pampered princess in a wee retirement home. Lola enjoys a fuss being made of her, having dog friends, playing fetch and snuggling up on the sofa together. Could you be Lola's perfect match? Lola is happy to share her home with another dog(s),as well as children around primary
2Lemon's ideal home Lemon is a really sweet, 1 year old, Shih Tzu cross. She will instantly melt your heart with her cuddly personality and adorable looks. Lemon enjoys running around and having fun but equally enjoys sitting on your lap, having cuddles. She is a small girl with a big heart and cannot wait to have a cosy bed of her own and someone to curl up with on the sofa.
5Mark's ideal home Mark is looking for a calm and quiet home with adopters who can take him on lots of mini adventures and give him all the care and attention he deserves. Adopters with knowledge of his breed and understanding of his grooming needs would be ideal. He can live with children aged 12 years and over who can play gently with him and who will give him space to rest
4Subie's ideal home Subie is a seven-year-old Shih Tzu with a sweet, yet sensitive character. As a chap who can become easily overwhelmed in loud or busy environments, we would love to find a calm, peaceful home environment where he could truly relax. Access to a garden space is also essential. Subie has had negative experiences with children in the past and now becomes wary in
3Charlie's ideal home Charlie is a happy and friendly two year old Shih Tzu. He has had an eye removed for medical reasons and he is blind in in his remaining eye, but he doesn't let that slow him down! He is looking for a home wihout too much change so he can get his bearings, and if in a house with stairs, it might be necessary to put in stair gates so he doesn't get himself
3Peony's ideal home Peony is a cheeky, charming, and affectionate little lady. She was found as a stray, so while we don’t know much about her early life, she is now residing in a temporary foster home, which has allowed us to understand the kind of home where she’ll thrive. At around two years old, she’s ready for a fresh start somewhere calm and predictable, with a
1Ted's ideal home Ted is a gentle, four year old Shih Tzu with a sweet soul and a shy nature. He’s looking for a calm, quiet home where he can continue to build his confidence at his own pace. If you enjoy peaceful days, spending time in the garden, Ted might be your perfect match. He’s fully housetrained, travels well in the car, and is happy to be left alone for a few
7Sully's ideal home The adorable little man is Sully. He is a 1 year old Crossbreed that is excited to start his adventures with his new family. Sully is currently unable to live with another dog in the home, but he has come into our care with his best friend. When interacting with other dogs, he gets a little bit worried when they are up close, so his new family would need to
3Chloe's ideal home Chloe is a sweet-natured 10-year-old who adores human company and has plenty of love to give. She is a friendly girl who enjoys spending time pottering about in the garden and would make a wonderful companion for someone looking for a loyal and affectionate friend. Chloe is used to having someone around most of the time, so she would love a home where she
3Edwina's ideal home Edwina is looking for a home together with her friend Momo. They can live with children around the age of ten and other calm dogs. Neither dog is house trained and will in fact need all of their basic training, and someone to be home with them all day initially. Could you be Edwina's perfect match? Edwina is a sweet little thing who isn't used to the big
3Momo's ideal home Momo is looking to be rehomed with her friend Edwina. Both dogs can live with children around the age of ten and other calm dogs. Neither girl is house trained and will need someone at home wit them all day initially whilst they learn all their basic life skills. Momo has "cherry eye" which will be repaired in early June. Could you be Momo's perfect match?
3Bumble's ideal home Bumble can live with other small and calm dogs and children around the age of eight. He will need all of his basic training and someone at home with him all day. Bumble has "cherry eye" which will be repaired in early June. Could you be Bumble's perfect match? Bumble has come from a multi-dog household and hasn't seen much of the outside world. He's a sweet
1Ralph's ideal home Ralph is looking for a quiet home with adopters who are willing to open their hearts to Ralph and Barney as a pair. This duo have such a sweet bond that it is important that we find them a home together. Ralph would suit a home with children aged 12+ who are calm and sensible around dogs. Whilst Ralph and Barney get on well with each other, they would prefer
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