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![New dog listed for rescue at the Second Chances German Shepherd Rescue - Shadow](https://www.rescuescottishpets.co.uk/PetImages/Shelter_385/f9f82835-02a0-4a5f-b7ad-df21ccf4cabd.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Second Chances German Shepherd Rescue - Shadow
Shadow is described as a German Shepherd. Shadow is a young dog that needs some training. She tends to pull on the lead, and can be a bit jumpy around people and will mouth hands, so needs someone with GSD experience.
Read More →New dog listed for rescue at the Staffie Smiles Rescue - REX
REX is described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Sex Male Age 6 years old Size Medium (22kg) Dogs No Cats No Children 12+ Rex came back to SSR due to a change in circumstances. Rex is currently in a foster home, whilst waiting for his forever home. Rex is great in the home, he is very relaxed and chilled. Rex can be left on his own for a few hours and is non-destructive. Rex is such a happy and friendly boy, he loves humans and loves affectionate. He loves nothing more than cuddling up with his foster mum and dad, he loves when they finish work and its time to snuggle on the couch. Rex is really engaged in the house, he sleeps all night in his bed and loves his lick mats. Rex is the perfect companion between enjoying his walks but also loves snuggling up with you. Rex is in good health, with no concerns. Rex is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped Rex pulls on the lead, which is being worked on. When he first moved to his foster home he found outside overwhelming and no engagement, this is gradually getting better with each walk. Rex's new home would need to keep working with him outside, with our support. Rex does have prey-drive so is being muzzled trained for outside. Rex can be overwhelmed in the car and excitable. A secure garden would be a plus. Pet free home. SCOTTISH REGISTERED CHARITY - SC045602 Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Scotland) Regulations 2021 – License Number: MLC/ARA/003 from Midlothian Council.
Read More →New dog listed for rescue at the Staffie Smiles Rescue - KING
KING is described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Sex Male Age 4 years old Size Medium/Large Dogs No - King needs a pet free home and experience with dog reactivity Cats No Children 12+ We were made aware of King being in a council pound. He looked so sad and had the sorest eyes we had ever seen, so we made the decision to help him and bring him to SSR. King is currently in kennels. King is attending weekly classes after doing two weeks residential after Christmas. King's weekly classes are working around other dogs and progressing his training, any new home for King would need to commit to further training with our support. King is the most goofiest and friendliest boy, he loves his humans! He loves belly rubs and a good scratch. King is a massive foodie, he is always looking for a biscuit, which helps with his training! King knows all his basic commands and is very engaged with you. King doesn't show much interest in toys in kennels, but during kennel breaks he loves playing especially a squeaky pig! In the kennels he enjoys chews, kongs and snuffle mats. King also has a crate in his kennels with his bed and blankets, which he loves and happily takes himself in there. Whilst on kennel breaks King has always been clean in the house, he looves snoozing on the couch with you to and getting belly rubs. King has been in kennels for a long time so would somebody being around and building up his time left, as we are not sure what he will be like being left. King is in good heath, when he came to SSR he had really sore eyes - he had double entropion which needed surgery. King had this surgery back in 2023 and has recovered really well, King will need no further surgeries. King walks well on his lead, although is a strong boy. King isn't a dog who is ever going to walk miles, he is lazy! He enjoys his walks and loves going to secure fields, he always zooms about and enjoys a good sniff! King is dog reactive and although we are working on this, King would suit quieter areas to walk with an experinced handler. King also does not walk in the rain, as soon as the rain comes he his heading back to his kennel! typical staffie! King is great in the car, he sometimes needs a little encouragement to get in but he is not bother in the car. King is quiet in the car and mostly takes it as an opportunity for a snooze, he usually wears a seatbelt in the back. Bullbreed and dog reactivity experienced home A secure garden Committed to ongoing training and socialisation, behaviourist support will be provided. Confident and strong handler, who will take there time with King and let him decompress. Rural area/quiet home. SCOTTISH REGISTERED CHARITY - SC045602 Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Scotland) Regulations 2021 – License Number: MLC/ARA/003 from Midlothian Council.
Read More →New dog listed for rescue at the Staffie Smiles Rescue - VINNI
VINNI is described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Sex Male Age 4 years old Size Medium Dogs No Cats No Children 12+ Vinnie is an owner surrender due to a change in circumstances. Vinni is currently in a home, whilst waiting for his forever home. Vinni is great in the home, he can be left on his own for a few hours and is non-destructive. Vinni is a happy, friendly staffie who loves his humans! He loves nothing more than cuddling up and getting belly rubs, he just absolutely loves people. Vinni is very excited when meeting people and can be mouthy, this will need worked on and redirected. Vinni loves his toys and is very playful, he has a favourite teddy which he likes to carry about. Vinni is a complete sweetheart and will make a great companion. Vinni is in good health, although he is overweight and does need to loose a few kg's, this will come with regular exercise. Vinni loves his walks, he walks really well on the lead. Vinni wears a muzzle when out walking as he doesn't like dogs in his face, he is happy to wear his muzzle. In secure areas with no dogs around Vinni loves to play with his ball and a game of fetch. Vinni isn't bothered by dogs in the distance and will happily walk and ignore. TBC A secure garden would be a plus. Pet free home. SCOTTISH REGISTERED CHARITY - SC045602 Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Scotland) Regulations 2021 – License Number: MLC/ARA/003 from Midlothian Council.
Read More →New dog listed for rescue at the Staffie Smiles Rescue - MILO
MILO is described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Sex Male Age 6 years old Size Medium Dogs No - Milo doesn't like dogs in his face. Cats No Children 12+ Milo has been returned to SSR, due to his owner's ill health. Milo is currently in a home, whilst waiting for his forever home. Milo is great in the home, he can be left on his own for a few hours and is non-destructive. Milo is a happy, friendly staffie who loves his humans! He loves nothing more than cuddling up and getting belly rubs, he loves visitors coming to visit the house - his tail won't stop wagging. In typical staffie fashion Milo loves sunbathing but hates the rain. Milo loves his toys (especially squeaky ones) and sitting at the window watching the world go by. Milo is a typical happy all rounder staffie, who will make a fab companion. Milo isn't a fan of fireworks so is given tablets and a safe place, he is also crate trained but hasn't used one for a while. Milo is in good health, he does have pancreatitis but there is no ongoing cost with this. Milo has a low fat diet to manage his pancreatitis, if it does flare up he is given steroids by the vets. Milo is neutered, vaccinated and chipped. Milo walks well on his lead, he can be a bit pully to begin with but then calms down. Milo loves his walks, he loves being out and about and being able to get a good sniff. Milo isn't a fan of other dogs in his face, so is kept to the side and is well managed, he can occasionally give a bark. Milo travels well in the car. A secure garden would be a plus. Pet free home. SCOTTISH REGISTERED CHARITY - SC045602 Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Scotland) Regulations 2021 – License Number: MLC/ARA/003 from Midlothian Council.
Read More →New dog listed for rescue at the Staffie Smiles Rescue - VAL
VAL is described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Sex Female Age 4 years old Size Small/Medium Dogs Yes Cats No Children 12+ Val is an owner surrender due to a change in circumstances. Val is currently in a home, whilst waiting for her forever home. Val would suit a home where somebody is around most of the time, she hasn't been left on her own much. Val is such a happy and friendly girl, she is your typical excitable staffie. Val is good fun and will make a great companion. Val currently lives with 2 other dogs that she has been brought up with, she is fine with dogs outside, but other dogs coming into house she can be snappy. Val loves cuddling up with you and likes to bury her nose in, she loves her chews especially bacon flavoured ones. Val loves to run about outside and chase her ball, she isn't to keen on water. Val knows her basic commands and takes treats very nicely. Val is in good health, Val is deaf and knows some hand signals. Val enjoys her walks, she can pull to start with but this soon calms down and she walks nicely. Val is happy to see other dogs on walks and will wag her tail. Val isn't used to travelling. A secure garden would be a plus. Owner at home majority of time and will work on leaving her alone. SCOTTISH REGISTERED CHARITY - SC045602 Animal Welfare (Licensing of Activities Involving Animals) (Scotland) Regulations 2021 – License Number: MLC/ARA/003 from Midlothian Council.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Coco](https://edch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Coco-1-195x300.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Coco
Coco is described as a Miniature Pinscher. Can live with Dogs Teenagers Coco is looking for an owner who have had a dog before and are familiar with miniature pinschers. He would like access to a private garden and will need to be kept company for most of the day. Coco may be able to live with teenagers and possibly another dog. Coco is a happy, gentle little man with a sweet personality. He is a loving boy who craves attention a lot of the time so he will need an understanding owner who are prepared to give him the endless amount of fussing and attention he wants. He doesn’t need long walks but does enjoy going out for short regular walks- although if it is raining or too cold, he prefers to be carried and taken back to his homely comforts to warm up. Coco does like other dogs and tries his best to make friends so if he was to live with another dog, it will need to be one that can accept him for who he is. If your looking for a dog who will give you unlimited amount of companionship and love, Coco could be the dog for you!
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Tee](https://edch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Tee-20-225x300.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Tee
Tee is described as a Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross. Home Requirements An experienced owner A home with garden Tee is looking for an experienced owner who have had bully breeds before. He would like to be kept company for the majority of the day to begin with until he settles in. He will require access to his own private garden, so he has a safe space to decompress. Tee needs to be the only pet in an adult only home. Handsome Tee is a friendly, affectionate boy with the sweetest nature. He can be a little unsure when put in new situations to begin with but with the help of a tasty treat and calm reassurance, he does come around. He can become quite boisterous and lack in manners at times so will require an experienced owner who understand bully breeds and how they can be if they get overexcited. He loves his enrichment sessions that involve likimats or snuffle mats which will help him wind down if he becomes too excitable. Tee is a curious boy whilst out on his walks and likes human attention so much that he thinks everyone should stop to talk to and make a fuss of him. He does walk well on his lead though and will happily potter alongside you sniffing out everything. He has been a bit worried meeting dogs in the past but has made lots of progress and now has some doggy friends that he enjoys going out with. During his stay, Tee has been assessed by an independent breed assessor who deemed that he is not a banned breed. He is the goodest of boys who is sure to bring a lot of happiness to his new owners life.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Callie](https://edch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Callie-3-225x300.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Callie
Callie is described as a American Bulldog. Home Requirements An experienced owner Callie is looking for a more experienced owner who have had larger bull breed dogs in the past, so can fully understand the bully personality. Her new family will need to be prepared to visit her a few times before she goes home. She would prefer access to a garden where she can lounge until her heart is content. Callie needs to be the only pet in an adult only home. Beautiful Callie is a happy, outgoing girl who is always keen to say hello and loves attention from anyone who will give her it. Whilst mostly confident, she can become overwhelmed in some situations so needs an understanding owner who will manage her interactions carefully. She will happily accept any biscuit you have to offer which will help massively with her training to help her become more of a polite girl. She is a big bundle of fun who is very playful and loves her toys, although she can forget her size and become a bit of a bull in a China shop at times! She will require an experienced owner who understand bully breeds and how boisterous they can be though she is very eager to please. She enjoys her walks and is inquisitive, taking in all the interesting sights and smells that pass her. After a day full of fun and frolics, she loves nothing more than relaxing in a comfy spot for a snooze. During her stay, Callie has been assessed by an independent breed assessor who deemed that she is not a banned breed. She is just a fantastic girl who deserves a very special home.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Susan](https://edch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Susan-8-1-225x300.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Susan
Susan is described as a Labrador Cross. Home Requirements An experienced owner An active owner Susan is looking for an experienced and active owner who will continue her ongoing training. She would like to be kept company for some of the day whilst she settles in. Susan is looking to be the only pet in an adult only home. Susan is a happy, excitable girl who loves greeting everyone with a waggy tail and wiggly bum. She is full of life and energy so would be best suited to an active home who can take her on lots of different adventures, particularly to places where there a lot of interesting smells to sniff out. She does have doggy friends that she enjoys going for walks with and she may like to continue having dog walking friends in her new home. She is very playful and loves her toys, but she has shown she does not always want to share them so requires an experienced owner who understand this and will respect her boundaries. Susan has had some veterinary treatment whilst with us, more information will be discussed with successful applicants. Susan is currently undergoing some extra training with the Paws for Progress team in their rescue dog training programme at HMYOI Polmont. HMP & YOI Polmont | Paws for Progress
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Daisy](https://edch.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Daisy-2-1-233x300.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Edinburgh Dog and Cat Home - Daisy
Daisy is described as a Labrador Cross. Can live with Dogs Teenagers Daisy is looking for an experienced owner who have dealt with young, boisterous dogs before and she would like to be kept company for some of the day. She would like direct access to a garden so she can burn off some of her energy. She may be able to live with older dog savvy teenagers and possibly another dog. Daisy has had an unsettled time, and she will require a lot of understanding and commitment in order for her to reach her full potential of making a wonderful companion. Daisy is a friendly, loving and fun girl who is always on the go! She has a huge zest for life and sometimes doesn’t know what to do with all her energy so would probably thoroughly enjoy having an activity to do. She can become easily over stimulated and boisterous which results in her jumping up or mouthing at people and requires an owner who will be incredibly patient with her and are willing to work through these behaviours. She is so eager to please and will greatly benefit going along to training classes where she can continue to learn good social skills. Daisy is a typical youngster in many ways; she is playful, loves chasing after any and every toy in our paddocks and thoroughly enjoys any tasty treat on offer! She has an extremely sweet, affectionate side and likes to cuddle with you after a day full of fun. She has made plenty of doggy friends at the Home and may like to live with a well-mannered dog who has previously lived with a dog before pending a successful introduction. Daisy is currently undergoing some extra training with the Paws for Progress team in their rescue dog training programme at HMYOI Polmont. HMP & YOI Polmont | Paws for Progress
Read More →![New cat listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Frankie](https://borderspetrescue.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Frankie.jpg)
New cat listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Frankie
Frankie is described as a tabby cat Domestic Short Haired. Breed: Domestic Short Haired Sex: Male Age: 6 years (approx) Key information: To be the only pet in the household. No children. Frankie is an approximately 6 year old sweet boy who came into us as a stray. Frankie is a shy boy who takes a while to warm up to the humans in his life. He is coming around to us here at the centre but he will need a confident and caring owner who gives him the time and patience to feel comfortable in his new environment. Frankie may suit being a farm or outdoor living cat so that he can come and go as he pleases. If you think you could offer Frankie a loving home then please apply through our website.
Read More →![New cat listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Elfie](https://borderspetrescue.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Elfie-3.jpg)
New cat listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Elfie
Elfie is described as a long haired cat Domestic Long Haired. Breed: Domestic Long Haired Sex: Male Age: 11 years Key information: To be the only pet in the household. Children over 12 years old. Elfie is an 11 year old sweet boy who came into us after his owner sadly passed away. Elfie had struggled to adapt to a life without his owner and had therefore been fighting with other neighbourhood cats (causing the cuts to his face) but thankfully he is now safe with us and is healing well. Elfie was nervous to begin with but soon came around after being given lots of love and treats and now loves nothing more than some snuggles with his human friends here at the rescue. Elfie would like to be the only pet in the household where he can cuddle up on your knee on an evening. If you think you could offer Elfie a loving home then please apply through our website.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Buddy](https://borderspetrescue.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Buddy-headshot.jpeg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Buddy
Buddy is described as a Labrador. Breed: Labrador Sex: Male Age: 14 years Key information: Friendly, sweet and affectionate, can live other dogs and with children 10 years or over. no other pets. Buddy is a handsome gentleman who loves everyone. He is happy to say hello to everyone he meets, whether they have 2 legs or 4 legs. He loves attention and being a Labrador, yep you guessed it, food is his love language! Buddy enjoys going for walks, and meeting his local pals, he can act like a puppy at times and does need reminded to take it easy. Buddy is looking for the retirement home of his dreams, he loves people and can find it difficult being left alone on his own for too long. He would love a garden where he can potter around and have quick access to the toilet. His new owners would need to be at home most of the day to keep him company. Buddy is a gentle boy and very loving, he has arrived with us due to no fault of his own and is looking for someone to give him the opportunity to enjoy his golden years in a peaceful and caring home. if you think you could offer Buddy a home please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Elsie](https://borderspetrescue.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/Elsie.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Elsie
Elsie is described as a Tibetan Terrier. Breed: Tibetan Terrier Sex: Female Age: 13 years Key information: Friendly, sweet and affectionate. Looking for quiet, adult only home with no other pets. Elsie is a sweet and loving girl who is looking for a quiet retirement home. She has previously lived in a home where she had a good routine and a peaceful environment. Due to no fault of her own, Elsie is now looking for a new home due to her last owners having a baby. Sadly, Elsie was not coping with the changes a new baby brings. Elsie is a spritely girl who enjoys going walks, she prefers human company rather than the company of dogs and prefers to keep to herself, rather than making doggy friends. Elsie loves the garden and will happily potter around at her own pace. Elsie is looking for new owners who are at home often so they can keep her company and help her adjust to her new routine at home. She will need direct access to her garden and the home to be peaceful and quiet as this is what makes her happy. if you think you could offer Elsie a home please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Summer](https://borderspetrescue.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Buzz-and-Summer-headshot.jpeg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Borders Pet Rescue - Summer
Summer is described as a Cavalier. Breed: Cavalier (Summer) & Miniature Pincher (Buzz) Sex: Female (Summer) & Male (Buzz) Age: 9 years old (Summer) & 10 years old (Buzz) Key information: Summer- Friendly girl, good with dogs, would like to live with Buzz. Adult only home. Buzz- nervous boy, good with dogs, adult only home. Buzz and Summer are a bonded pair who are looking for a home where they can continue to live together. Summer is a very sweet, loving girl who adores everyone she meets, she loves getting all the attention she can. She is a natural mother and looks after Buzz as if he is her son. They are very much bonded and need to be rehomed together. Summer & Buzz have never lived in a house before or walked on a lead. They are used to roaming around in a big garden so it’s essential they have a safe secure area where they can potter around in or relax in a sunspot. These two lovely dogs are not house-trained and will need new owners to be home during the day to help teach them new life skills but also help build their confidence by teaching them how to walk on a lead. New owners need to have plenty patience, a gentle approach and have a kind heart. Summer loves a cuddle and Buzz gains lots of confidence from watching her interact with their human friends at the centre. Summer has taught Buzz so much over the last couple of weeks and in return he gives her a lot of love. New owners will need to respect Buzz’s space and let him come to you in his own time for comfort. He does however love a cosy bed right next to the radiator. Buzz has learnt so much in a matter of weeks, and we are confident in time Buzz will be very happy in his new home along with Summer. If you think you could offer Summer and Buzz a home please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
Read More →![New dog listed for rescue at the Dumfries & Galloway Canine Rescue Centre - Belle](https://www.caninerescue.co.uk/uploads/images/GalleryThumbs/2776-8.jpg)
New dog listed for rescue at the Dumfries & Galloway Canine Rescue Centre - Belle
Belle is described as a fox red Labrador. A sweet, gentle girl looking for love! Jade, Thistle, Jet, Meg and Belle came to us as ex breeding dogs who are now looking for somewhere they can receive all the love and affection they deserve. They are sweet, gentle souls who would love nothing more than to finally find a loving home of their own. These dogs haven’t been used to a normal home environment so will need to start from scratch with training including house training but they are clever girls so it shouldn’t take them long! They love getting out on walks and playing in the paddock. They would be happy to live with other dogs but we are unsure how they would react to cats. History These labs are all ex-breeding dogs so have never had a proper home of their own. Re-homing Criteria We are on the hunt for loving, patient homes for each of these girls. A secure garden would be ideal. They could live with other dogs but we are unsure how they would react to cats. We are looking for active homes. ADOPTION PROCEDURE Please support us ... DONATE NOW
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