Dogs Trust Shoreham, in West Sussex, is caring for a variety of pups of different breeds, sizes and temperaments.
No matter what you’re looking for in a companion, Dogs Trust should have something for you.
Take a look below at the pups who are currently available.
Find out more at: www.dogstrust.org.uk.
1. Pippa - ten-year-old Jack Russell
Pippa is searching for a peaceful retirement home where she can enjoy quiet days with her humans, relaxing and snoozing the day away. While she prefers her independence and isn’t fond of being picked up, Pippa is friendly toward new people, often approaching them in hopes of a tasty snack. However, she can be a bit snatchy when it comes to food, so a gentle approach is recommended. To help her feel more at ease, it would be beneficial for her to eat in a quiet, undisturbed space where she can enjoy her meals in peace. She is best suited to a home with older teens, who could be respectful of her space, while being calm around her. Pippa does enjoy meeting other likeminded pooches on her walks, but she prefers her own space indoors and will need to be the only pet at home. It is likely that she will need some assistance with toilet training once she settles in, so a garden of her own is essential. Photo: Dogs Trust
2. Alfie - seven-year-old Collie
Alfie has a gentle, quiet character and a lot of love to give. A sensitive chap at times, he can find new experiences overwhelming and will often seek reassurance from his humans. He’s hopeful to find patient adopters, who will allow him plenty of time to settle into his new routine, without too much pressure or expectation. Alfie is a real ‘foodie’ and highly values his mealtimes and chews. He can find it challenging when people approach him whilst he is eating, or if they try and take food items away from him. Due to his timid nature and his worries around food being taken from him, he would best be suited to an adult-only family. He is selective when it comes to socialising with other dogs and can be apprehensive around larger breeds, or those that are bigger than him. Alfie will need to be the only pet at home but could have well-suited walking buddies. A garden of his own is an essential requirement. Photo: Dogs Trust
3. Tina - three-year-old Greyhound
Tina has a gentle and sweet nature, but isn't familiar with a home setting, according to Dogs Trust. She will need time and patience to adjust, including support with house-training. She’ll need a quiet, peaceful space to eat as she can be possessive of her food, so she would benefit from eating without interruption. She would best be suited to a home with older teens and would, at this stage, be happier as the only pet in the home. Though she walks calmly on a lead, Tina remains alert to her surroundings, particularly when wildlife is nearby. She enjoys her walks but will need to wear a muzzle in residential areas or places with lots of birds and small animals, as she can become fixated on them. A quiet, calm environment during walks will help Tina thrive, so she would do best in a home with peaceful, low-traffic areas to start with. Photo: Dogs Trust
4. Harper - one-year-old crossbreed
Harper loves nothing more than trying to sit on your lap for cuddles. While she’s a loving companion, she’s also worried around strangers and will need a calm, peaceful home where she can build trust at her own pace. Harper can feel overwhelmed if unfamiliar people invade her space or attempt to pet her head, but with patience, a little space, and some tasty treats, she’s quick to warm up. Given her sensitivity, Harper would thrive in a home where the youngest family members are in their later teens, and she’ll need to be the only pet. Although she’s had some disagreements with a dog she previously lived with, Harper enjoys meeting other dogs on walks and loves to initiate play. Harper highly-values her human friendships, so can find being left alone for long periods difficult. Her new family will need to gradually build up her alone-time tolerance once she’s settled. Ultimately, she’s looking for adopters who can offer love, patience, and understanding to help her build confidence and enjoy a lifetime of adventures. Photo: Dogs Trust