Adopt a Dog

Our opening times are: Tuesday – Sunday 10am – 2pm. Animal viewings are by appointment only. Appointments are available 7 days a week

Adopt a Dog

The animals available for adoption are always changing and we try to keep our website up to date but it is advisable to contact the shelter to see if an animal has found a home, or if there are any new animals for adoption.

To apply to adopt, please download an application form from the bottom of this page.

Sparky

Age: 6 years approximately

Sex: Male

Breed: Patterdale x

Size: Small

Energy level: Medium – high

About me: Sparky is a fun, energetic boy who’s always up for an adventure! He’s responding well to basic training and loves learning new things, especially when there’s treats involved. He would thrive in an active home where he can enjoy plenty of exercise, play, and ongoing training.

Cats: No.

Dogs: Yes, he could live with another dog after several meets here at the shelter.

Children: Dog savvy children, 12 years and over.

Ideal home: He would like a garden of his own.

Ernie

Age: 5 years

Sex: Male

Breed: JRT x Chihuahua

Size: Small

Energy level: Low – Medium

About me: Ernie is a sweet natured dog with a gentle soul and a truly wonderful temperament. He loves going on his walks or snuggling on the sofa for some quality cuddle time.

Cats: Yes, he has lived with cats previously and could live with them again.

Dogs: Yes, he could live with another dog after several meets here at the shelter.

Children: 5 years and over.

Ideal home: He will need a garden of his ow

Charlie & Buster

Age: Charlie – 11 years, Buster – 3 years
Sex: Males
Breed: Shih-tzu
Size: Small
Energy level: Low & Medium

About me: Charlie (black) & Buster (white & brown) came to us after their owner sadly passed away. Charlie is sweet, calm, and loves to be by your side, whether it’s curling up on the couch or trotting alongside you on a short walk. Buster is full of personality! He’s a cheerful, affectionate pup who loves making new friends.

Cats: No, as Buster wants to chase them.

Dogs: Yes, they are fine with other dogs but would prefer to be the only ones in the home for now.

Children: 12 years and over, as Charlie isn’t used to young children.

Ideal home: They would prefer a quiet home with a garden of their own.

Lady May

DOB: June 2020

Sex: Female

Breed: Greyhound

Size: Large

Energy level: Low – medium

About me: May is a smaller greyhound who has the most elegant trot when she goes out – earning the nickname Lady May! She is a happy girl who loves people and is learning how to play with toys and what sofas were made for!

Cats: No.

Dogs: Yes, she could live with another dog after several meets here at the shelter. She will need further socialising around smaller breeds of dogs but she has walked well with a terrier here.

Children: 8 years and over.

Ideal home: May is a retired racer, she hasn’t lived in a home before so will need to learn about living in a home environment. She will need access to a garden to have zoomies in, before lying on the sofa for the rest of the day.

Casper

Age: 1 year approximately

Sex: Male

Breed: Lurcher

Size: Medium – large

Energy level: High

About me: Casper is a happy young lurcher, who is very puppy like and will need further training. He loves attention from people, playing with dogs and is very food oriented!

Cats: No, he cannot live with cats or small furries.

Dogs: Yes, he could live with another dog after several meets here at the shelter.

Children: 12 years and over.

Ideal home: He will need a garden of his own.

WANT TO ADOPT A DOG?

Download our adoption form in a format that suits you: 

Word or PDF

The PDF will open in a new window, you can print it out or save it to your files to fill it out on a tablet or smart phone.

Once it is complete, send it back to us in an email and we can try and find the perfect fit for your family.

Want to Volunteer?

We need experienced dog walkers, help with cleaning kennels and socialising with the dogs

To apply for volunteering please telephone the shelter or call in for an application form. All volunteers MUST be over 18.