This young lady was picked up as a stray and needed rescue space. Willow is a GSD cross Mali with maybe a but of something else in her. She is 2 in December. Vaccinations to be restarted but she is microchipped. Unknown if spayed but doubtful. No young children as we do not know her history but she has been friendly with everyone she has met and not shown any major reaction to the other dogs at the kennels. Willow will need a home experienced with the breed please. Willow has been adopted. Sadly Willow has passed over Rainbow Bridge way too young after a tragic accident.    

Charlie is 2 and is now neutered. He is microchipped and vaccinations have been started. Good with children, other dogs and ignores cats. His owner says he tends to be picked on by other dogs sometimes and is scared of large livestock. Charlie’s owners have only had him a couple of months and his previous owners obtained him from an abusive home at 9 months of age. His initial reaction to visitors though is to seek fuss and attention and seems to have no malice about him. Happily travels on the back seat of the car but not the boot at present, as he will scream if you try to lift him in. A hang up from his old life where he was shut in a cupboard with another dog, but this is something that could be worked with if you have time and patience. Walks on the lead well until heading home and then will pull a bit. He is not allowed off lead as if scared he will run. Good basic commands.  Charlie can only be left for a couple of hours before he starts to stress and chew, being the reason he is having to be rehomed....

Well what can I say about this young man. He was born in October 2016 (according to his microchip). He is fully vaccinated and now neutered. Blue came to us from pound kennels where the elderly owner decided she might like to keep him. He was however in a kennel and not getting out and socialised so the staff convinced her he would be better in a home. So far we have had no problems with Blue. He likes people, he has been fine with other dogs in passing. He does need training and boundaries and lots of socialisation as he has seen very little of the world so can be skittish. This lovely young man will go a long way in the right hands. Blue has a new home and a new sister to play with. Gorgeous Blue has sadly passed over Rainbow Bridge after suffering from DM.

Sonny is just 3 years old. He is neutered, microchipped but his vaccinations have lapsed. Sonny has not really been around children so older children only. He does live with an older dog and is ok with large dogs but is not keen on small dogs and no cats. This lad can pull on the lead, but not too much, has recall and basic commands. Toy and treat orientated and when our volunteer saw him, he was fine off lead focusing on his ball and ignoring some other dogs across the park. He doesn’t always like giving back his toy though. Currently on a raw diet. Sonny travels well but is not overly keen on being groomed or being at the vets so an area to work on. Not a cuddly dog but likes attention on his terms and could maybe do with some leadership as the reason he is being rehomed is because of his protective nature. Recently he has become more protective of his owners and the elderly dog he lives with and has nipped a few people that have come too close to his home. In a GSD experienced home where Sonny is not allowed to become...

We were asked to take Missy in by another rescue as her elderly owner was finding her too much. Missy was born 3.12.19. She is a GSD cross with the other bit unknown. Not yet spayed but she is microchipped. We are told Missy loves people and other dogs but needs training and boundaries which she seems to have missed out on. So far she has loved everyone she has met and comes across as quite a sweetie. Can you give Missy the start in life she needs? Missy has been adopted. Gorgeous Missy passed over Rainbow Bridge way too soon after suffering multiple seizures, it was kindest.

Come along and meet the gorgeous Balou. Balou came to us from another mixed breeds Charity as they had had no interest in the gorgeous boy. He is neutered, fully vaccinated and chipped. He is 4yrs old, he has not shown dislike to any of the dogs on the group walks he has been on in fact he has been a very happy chap. He prefers large dogs to small ones. A no with cats. We would only place him with older teenage children as history unknown. Apparently he dislikes the postman and will chew the letters up, not sure about the postman! He loves human company and would love to break out of kennels and into your home…..how about it? After 10 amazing years in his forever home time has called this gorgeous boys name and he has crossed the bridge. A legend. x

Prepared to be stunned people, meet our Tango. 10yrs young, neutered, fully vaccinated and chipped. Poor Tango is blind and has been since around 5yrs old, due to his owner shaking him so violently after making a mess in the house at 4 month old he actually detached the retinas from his eyes…..nice eh? Now in foster with 4 other dogs of different breed and 4 cats who he is fine with. He has the sweetest nature and would add pleasure to any home without a doubt. Tango is staying with his foster mum.

Have a look at this stunner, called Gunner!! He is 4yrs old, chipped, not yet neutered but soon will be, his vacs will be restarted too. He has a fantastic nature, great around people, very relaxed around other dogs, cats unknown as is livestock. Lovely on the lead, he is quite a vocal lad when he sees you as in he sings quite loud but I think a lot of this is anxiety in the not really knowing what is happening. If anyone can offer this lad a home then please get in touch. Gunner is now in his new home with a new sister to look after him.

Cast your eyes over this handsome man, Stan the Man has landed! 7yo, chipped, vacs and neutered. Absolutely amazing temperament, fine with other dogs, great with people, cats unknown. Stan walks well on the lead, knows all his basic commands and has ok recall. This lovely lad will be an amazing addition to anyone’s family, grab him while you can! Stan has been adopted.

Another little pocket rocket for some lucky person to adopt, meet Sasha! This little pup is only 10 month old, already spayed, fully vaccinated and chipped. We were asked to take her after she has mouthed the kids when they go near their mum so just basic text book behaviour which should be so easy to sort. Since arriving in kennels she has been the perfect guest, loves all people she has met, has enjoyed walking alongside the other dogs with no issues at all, not yet cat tested, that’s next on the list, she will be absolutely fine to live with older children. This lovely little girl just needs some boundaries putting in place and training as per the norm. Can you offer this pup a new start?

Please meet the gorgeous Ivy who we believe to be around 6/7 years old. Sadly Ivy has been a breeding bitch but that stops right here now that she is in our care. Ivy has started her vaccinations, she’s chipped and she hasn’t yet been spayed. This girl is very switched on she would happily play ball all day and loves it when we hide the ball and send her off to find it. Ivy has no known medical problems, we have recently wormed her and she has a very good appetite. Everyone who meets this girl falls in love with her, she really is a sweetheart and has shown nothing but affection towards everyone. Ivy loves to go for a walk, she isn’t reactive towards anything and she also loves to carry her ball where ever she goes. We are looking for a home that is pet free and also one that has breed experience as we feel that she would like to be kept busy although afterwards she really does enjoy her down time and gets cuddled up to her toys in her bed. Ivy knows sit, down and stay although the staying part does need tweaking a...

We adopted brothers, Alpha (nee Chelsea) and Omega (nee Buster) from Vigil GSD Rescue in October 2012 when they were nearly 1 year old. After 2 months we returned Omega to Vigil as having both brothers in the same household was causing too many anxiety problems (littermate syndrome). This broke our hearts to take Omega back, but we knew they needed to be separated and hoped he would find a new, loving forever home. Alpha has given us over 12 wonderful years of joy and we sadly lost him 20.3.25 aged 13yrs 4months. Alpha now over Rainbow Bridge

DOB 5.9.14 Meet Freya, another lovely girl we have taken in from the pound, around 2/3yrs old, chipped, no season history and vaccinated. Lovely girl who has been great with all people she has met so far, needs more doggy socialising as does bark at dogs and a no to cats. Walks well on the lead, no issues when out walking or in the kennel. As with all our poundies we only have limited info on them so we are learning as we go. Could you offer this lovely girl her second chance? Freya is now in her new home. Freya has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

Shep arrived to us from the Essex pound where he had been picked up with an unregistered microchip. The microchip suggests he came from Romania poor lad. The vet that vaccinated him thinks he is only about 2 years of age. Now neutered. When he first arrived at the council, he was in such a state they thought he was a lot older! Due to lack of history we would not rehome him with young children however he is a very sweet and loving lad. Has been unfazed by the other dogs but no real socialisation yet. Unknown with cats. A handsome and loving lad that has already been through a lot in his short life! Currently in foster. Shep is now in a home of his own. Shep, renamed Zimbru,  passed over Rainbow Bridge after many happy years.

Rufus is 2 years old, currently entire and vaccinations out of date. He is microchipped. He is good with children and other dogs, although can be ‘gobby’ when out. He currently lives with 3 cats. Rufus and Theo are looking for a new home as their owner is moving in with her mother who already has 2 dogs and there will just not be room. Rufus walks nicely on the lead when walked alone but does not have recall. He will need further training. Typical young shep who needs a home that can give him further guidance but not a bad bone in his body. Rufus is now in his new home. After a wonderful long life, Rufus has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

May I introduce the beautiful Sandy who is about 14 months and currently unspayed. Sandy came to us from the pound where her time was up. She is now vaccinated and microchipped. She is now in foster and having a fantastic time with the other dogs. Here is an update from her foster mum: “Sandy is good with all dogs when introduced properly. Can be a bit of a show-off during the first encounter (especially with small dogs, which she likes chasing, but walks every day with a miniature dachshund and it took about 10 mins for her to start ignoring him) but is very responsive so that’s easy to control. Similar with people. She’s a shy girl and is trying to cover it with barking sometimes but it’s enough to give her a treat or sit with her on the floor (especially men) to get kisses and a new best friend. She’s good in the car and in the house. Very good off lead (loves frisbee!) and not bad on a short leash (pulling sometimes at first, but calmed down quickly as walks rather nicely). Pulls on a long lead though. She’s sweet and cuddly. Loves her walks and...

Max is 6 years old. He is neutered,microchipped and vaccinated. He has been with his family since the age of 1 and is now being rehomed as his owner is moving home and cannot take Max. Plus they are now working long hours and Max is not getting the exercise he needs and is starting to chew from boredom. Max is very excited when meeting new people but loves children and adults alike. He is not good with other dogs however so this will need to be worked with. A no to cats. He does need lead training as he does pull, but this may also be due to the fact he is not getting out much at present. Recall unknown as never let off lead but has basic commands. No issues over food or toys. If you are looking for a people companion then Max is the dog for you. He does not like being left for long periods though so somebody who is around most of the time would suit better. Can you give Max a home so he can return his thanks in love? Max has been adopted. Max has passed over Rainbow Bridge at the grand...

We were asked to help Kea and her daughter Karma by kennels contracted to the police. The girls had been signed over having escaped their home and were seen to chase and kill a cat. They then ran towards a young child who had their sandwich stolen but was not hurt in any way. Both girls came into us extremely thin as they had not being doing well in the previous kennels and have therefore both had initial health checks and were being fed up. As you can imagine they are both very food orientated. Kea is now quite a little porker which is great. Kea is 8 years young and is microchipped. Not spayed and had a litter at 4 years of age. Vaccinations out of date but now restarted. Kea has previously been a working security dog so has had NASDU training. She has not been socialised with any other dogs apart from Karma, but can be vocal and does not like bull breeds. She also does not like walking sticks (which I think says a lot)! Kea loves her toys and has been very friendly to everyone she has met so far. Karma is quite a confident...

Hello everyone…..my name is Jack and I am very sad. I used to live at home with my dad who I loved very much and he loved me. One day my dad became ill and then he was gone. Some other people came to the house who I did not really know, I now know they were family but the next place they took me was a place called the vets as my dad was now gone and they did not want me so they asked the vet to put me to sleep. Luckily for me the lovely vet nurses thought I was such a lovely boy, because I am you know, and said I deserved better and asked if I could be signed over to them and they would try and find me a home that deserved such a good lad as me. The lovely vet also removed a big lump from my head and tested it and lucky me it was clear! They contacted a local rescue lady who found me my place with this fab charity here! As I have only ever lived alone with my dad I am finding kennels as lovely as mine is very...

Kunga’s mum is splitting up with her husband and is having to move into a much smaller property that does not allow any pets.  Also she works long, and often unsocial hours so is unable to devote the time to Kunga and is very reluctantly looking for a new home. Kunga is 5 years old, neutered and in very good physical condition: ears, eyes and teeth are all good, although her nails could do with a trim.  When I arrived at the property, she greeted me in a friendly, inquisitive way.   She is an average size, weighing 33Kgs.  She has a beautiful coat which is Black/tan with a redish tint. Her vaccinations have lapsed, her last vaccination was on 9th December 2016. She was treated for worms and fleas, last month. Kunga has been very well trained and knows lots of commands, although she only understands commands in Polish. She loves her ball on a rope and her mum has used her ball as a reward when training rather then treats.  A whistle is used for her recall.   She walks well on the lead, her mum uses a harness, rather than a collar.  Kunga can get a little excited a...

This lovely lad is Thor who is a 2 year old Akita saved from death row a year ago by GSRE. This lad is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Thor found himself a home but has recently started being very dominant with the older dog which has escalated into major fights, hence he needs a new home where he will be the only dog. A super dog with people and children, but selective with dogs and a no to cats. Very treat orientated, Thor walks well with a halti, and has recall and basic commands. He loves water teddies, socks and balls. He does love to play with other dogs but this can escalate to aggression when things become over excited. If you want a fun and loving dog and do not have any other dogs in your home, Thor is the perfect addition. Kuma has joined the Marines and is settling into his barracks really well! Gorgeous Kuma has passed over Rainbow Bridge after a long and happy life.  

Duchess is coming up to 8yrs old, vaccinated, microchipped but not spayed. We have been told she had pups while in the pound. She’s been brilliant with everyone & everything she’s met since arriving earlier this week. Shown no toy or food aggression, not reactive to other dogs, we will be dog testing her to see if it’s possible for her to live with another dog as she did arrive at the pound with another dog. No to cats or young children as we have no history and no way of testing. She’s quite vocal if you don’t throw the ball quick enough or make her wait for cars to go by, she knows what she wants and isn’t afraid to tell you! Beautiful Duchess passed away peacefully in her sleep after nearly 4 years with her foster dad.

“Benny was born September 2020. We are told he is a GSD cross Mali. He is neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. Benny is good with children but we would suggest older children only as he can be possessive over food on occasion. Fine with most dogs but like many, will take a dislike to some. Benny is unknown with cats and curious of livestock. This lad is fine being left a few hours and loves the car. Good on lead and recall and basic commands well established. Benny can be protective of his front door but greeted our volunteer in a friendly manner and she saw no malice in him during her visit. However, Benny has shown a dislike to single men when out walking and hi viz jackets more recently. He has also nipped both owner over food which is part of the reason he needs a new home as there is a young child in the house. They also feel he needs more time and stimulation than they are able to give.” Having taken Benny into our care he is actually a very dominant dog who has a select few people he will allow to ‘handle’ him. Anyone else...

Well, what can I say about this smiley lad! Winston was born in 2023 we believe. He was microchipped but not registered and a foreign microchip at that. We believe he is a Herder cross Mali maybe. This is how Winston arrived in rescue: “I have a Mali x who is a lovely older man that was brought in via local authority. He was found left in a locked car on a hot day and the police had to smash the car window to save him. There is no trace of the owner after investigation. He is underweight where hip bones are visible, has a few lumps & bumps, his teeth are very worn and is currently on synoquin. He is fully vaccinated, microchipped, been wormed, had flea treatment and not neutered. He has been fine with all dogs he has met, walks lovely on lead, knows basic commands and is very well trained. He loves food and is very food orientated can catch your fingers when giving treats as so hungry. He is quite Spritely for an older man and has some life left in him yet! Winston has had a health check with the vet which the vet said he is in good health considering his age and needing to gain weight. The vet has taken bloods...

This boy urgently needs a foster home. He’s broke the door on his kennel as he’s desperate for human company. Another day and another poundie! Sadly we are now full unless of course a dog gets lucky, finds a home and frees up a kennel space! Yesterday this big, fluffy gorgeous boy popped himself into my van and asked if he could join the Notts Dogs – how could we say no when we knew he was going to be put to sleep to make room for the next dog. Please give a warm welcome to Jack! This lovely boy is ( we think) around 6 years of age, entire and he is chipped but it has never been registered so what was the point in that?! Jack is a real sweetheart and it’s quite clear that he hasn’t had the best life. His coat is a little worse for wear, he’s desperate for a good bath but we will let him settle in before we begin his beauty treatment. So far Jack has shown us that he is fine around people, he loves a cuddle and a good belly rub. He has meet several dogs and given them all...

May I introduce Marley who is a GSD cross. Marley’s owner died and then the son who she and her friend were left with, had a heart attack. Marley is 5 years old. She is not spayed but finished her season in October so can be done January. She is microchipped but not vaccinations will need to be restarted. Marley is currently in foster with other dogs as she was extremely stressed in the kennels were she came from. Fine with older children and has met a cat and not shown any real interest. This lovely lady just wants company and love please and will be a devoted addition to your family. Can you help Marley? Marley has been adopted. Beautiful Marley has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

This gorgeous young man is Sparky who is a Belgian Malinois Shepherd. Sparky was born in November 2016 so is still a baby, however found himself in the pound due to an eye injury which we assume his owner could not be bothered to treat, and possibly rejected him as assumed he could not be a full working dog. Well his nose still works! Sparky is the most delightful little soul, full of puppy energy and play. Has loved all people and dogs he has met. He is vaccinated and microchipped and is now also neutered. His eye is still under investigation but the vets believe it is primarily a congenital problem as the eye is a lot smaller than the other, plus a trauma injury which left it very red with an infection tract that seemed to run down his face (see slide show as to how his eye has improved). Sparky has not let any of this bother him in the slightest. We will be looking for a very special home for this lad, preferably with other dogs, a home that understands the high energy levels of this breed and can give him the exercise and mental stimulation...

Let me introduce you to the lovely Mishka who is 7 years old and spayed. Mishka is being offered for adoption due to the current owners ill health which prevents them being able to give her the exercise and walks she needs. On first meeting Mishka (on the doorstep due to Covid restrictions) she was initially vocal and also whilst out on a short walk. Mishka has a tendency to bark at people on the walk and sometimes try to lunge however, it is believed this would be from a lack of socialisation/training and could be worked on and corrected. The previous owners to this adoption were apparently elderly and never provided the adequate guidance and training therefore some of these traits are due to this and the current lack of integration and regular exercise. Mishka can also be reactive to other dogs when out although the only ones met during the walk were in gardens where the reaction was from them barking. At the end of the walk and whilst continuing with the assessment Mishka showed no interest in the volunteer apart from wanting attention and of course some treats. The volunteer had previously carried out the follow up...

Dora came into us at the end of January having been picked up as stray with no microchip. As you can see the poor lass came in a dreadful state. She had a full check over at the vets and fortunately nothing more than underweight and terrible skin condition. Basic neglect! We think she is about 2 years old. Her vaccinations have been started and she is now microchipped. Doubtful that she is spayed. The kennels have worked hard with her skin giving her regular baths and applying cream, and as you can see she is improving all the time. Lovely with people despite whatever she has been through, but not keen on other dogs and a no to cats. Dora would like a home where she can be the only dog please where she will get the love and tlc she has so obviously missed out on until now. Older children only as we do not know her full history. This is what one of our volunteers had to say about her having taken her home for the afternoon: “aDORAble Dora (sorry couldn’t resist!).. 😍 What we learnt about her today: 🐾inquisitive – anything you touch, she wants to know...

This beautiful girl is Scarlett who is 2 years old. She is now spayed, microchipped and vaccinated. Scarlett came into the rescue along with 5 other dogs and 3 pups having been voluntarily surrendered to the council by a breeder who was described as a puppy farmer. The dogs had been found living in sheds and were being neglected in the sense that the owners did not even go up there once a day on many an occasion. Unknown if Scarlett has been used for breeding. All dogs have super temperaments and just need some lead training and boundaries put in place. Scarlett found herself a home but unfortunately circumstances have changed so she is looking again. She is a truly loving girl who needs a home who has time to continue her socialisation and training. She is both toy and food orientated! Needs an owner who has confidence to give her as she did not see much of the world as a youngster. Can you give Scarlett the home she deserves please? Scarlett is now settling with her new family. Beautiful Scarlett had  10 wonderful years with her family before passing over Rainbow Bridge.  

This young pup ended up in rescue after the man who had just bought him called his vet which luckily was also my vet and wanted to PTS him as he said he was attacking him and couldn’t control him. He delivered Ronnie to our kennels and what we saw was a scared young pup of 8 month old not having a clue what was happening ….so here his life begins. Here is what one of our vollies has to say about Rocket Ronnie man : Ronnie was apparently hand reared after being dumped outside a pet shop when he was only a few weeks old. His carers then handed him over to a farmer who then decided that he wasn’t suitable so he came into the rescue. Ronnie is around 9 months old, very good with other dogs and very playful. He is wary when meeting new people but once he’s had a sniff he’s fine. He will bark and back off if he is scared. Ronnie has a tendency to jump up and nip, this is something we are working on and he is getting much better. He’s good on the lead and has shown no signs of...

This lovely lad is Max who is 4 years old and is looking for a new home as his dad is unwell and no longer able to care for him. Max is neutered and microchipped but his vaccinations have lapsed in the last year. We are told Max is good with children of all ages but reactive to dogs when on lead. A no to cats. However when our volunteer took Max for a walk, he did not react and was easily distracted by treats and praise. He is strong on the lead but doubtful if he is getting enough exercise at present and recall unknown. Max loves playing with his toys and he is toy and treat orientated however no issues over either. He travels well in a car and typically greets visitors with a bark and then allows them into his house without any issues. Max would fit into most homes without other animals and who can work with his lead training, recall and socialisation with other dogs. Max has been adopted. Sadly after happy years with his new family, Max has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

“Kaiser -Male, GSD -Est 2-4 years old -People Friendly -Reactive to other dogs passing The pound have described him as a lovely boy. He currently reacts to other dogs in the pound environment but it is believed with training and a different environment this can be corrected ” Kaiser was born February 2023 (est). He is microchipped but it was not registered. Vaccinations being restarted and he will be neutered once settled. Kaiser has been super with everyone he has met and so far has ignored the other dogs both at the kennels and when out on walks in the park and in the pub! Will need some lead work. No young children as we do not know his history. Kaiser should fit into most GSD experienced homes looking for a people friendly addition. The handsome Kaiser sadly passed over Rainbow Bridge way before his time. It was a week after he had been neutered when he was lethargic one morning and being sick. He was taken to the emergency vets as it was a bank holiday where he was examined fully. No temperature, no problems with his neuter site, which was healing nicely, no issues with abdomen palpatations. He...

Have a look at this lovely older boy who goes by the name of Brom. Sadly he finds himself in rescue because his dad passed away and his world has been turned upside down. He is fine around other dogs, unknown with cats and loves all people he has met. It would be lovely for him to find a comfy sofa for his retiring years. Brom has been adopted. Brom has sadly passed over Rainbow Bridge after he started developing seizures.

May I introduce Saffron who is not a full GSD as you can see, and definitely not the size! This dear little girl came out of a small rescue who did not know what to do with her, telling us she was a GSD! Specsavers comes to mind! Saffron is just 2 years old. She is spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. This is what the kennels have to say about her: “Please meet and greet this dear little girl,  cute as sixpence, extremely loving, very respectful of other dogs quite rare these days.  I have shortened her name to Saffi. Someone has done a lot of training with her as she behaves beautifully and very playful. Walked through the cattery and she rolled over on her tummy in the walk way pawing one of the cat pens so think she has had a cat friend at some point. Very delightful little lady.” Saffron, whilst no problem with the dogs at the kennels, when out on lead, she reacts very badly towards them. We believe this is due to an incident in the first home she went to, where she was attacked by another dog when on lead, and know is in...

Yes, I know she is not a full Shep, Ok not a shep at all, but she was very nearly not here so that’s good enough for us. Little Moomin, we think about 2yo, likes all animals that she has met, dogs, cats, horses, she has a fantastic temperament. She is very wary when meeting new people but if given the time she soon comes round and will be your best friend, she really is a sweet little girl. She has not been in season since being in rescue so do not know if she is spayed, fully vaccinated and chipped. Whoever adopts this little lady will certainly have bagged themselves a real prize!

Just take a look at this gorgeous duo, Sabre and Bailey. Both are around the 9/10yrs age mark, neither are neutered, both are chipped and have started their vaccinations again. These 2 poor souls were picked up by the dog warden in very poor condition and needed to see the vet straight away which they have done and are now enjoying some TLC at our kennels where they can now enjoy life and put some much needed weight on. They have been very friendly with all people they have met and seem unfazed by other dogs, unknown with cats and do not need to be around young children. We would ideally like this bonded pair to stay together if possible, they came in together and are clearly very happy with each others company. If you think you can help please do get in touch. ** Update Sabre has now gone into foster, updates to follow. Bailey is due to have surgery to remove stones from her bladder and will be going into foster to recuperate but will still need a home of her own.** ******SABRE HAS NOW BEEN ADOPTED BY HIS FOSTER MUM*****

Phoebe is a Bernese Mountain dog x German Shepherd who came in with her brother Toby after they escaped from their last home and attacked a sheep. Phoebe travelled well in a crate in my van and ignored cars as we walked to the park. Phoebe is quite strong and will pull on the lead but this should be correctable with the right training. On walking round the park Phoebe showed herself to be inquisitive paying interest in everything that was going on. Once put on a long line Phoebe became much more attentive to her handler and responsive to comands such as come, sit and down. Phoebe was not interested in playing with a ball at all and totally ignored it. On meeting other dogs after careful introduction, she was quite happy to run around and play with them but she can be a little rough in her play. She was also happy to meet people but does tend to jump up to greet them however she does enjoy a fuss. Phoebe is a lovely pretty girll who due to her working breeds should respond well to training and will make a loving addition to the right home, possibly...

Toby came to us with his sister Phoebe after they escaped from their last home and attacked a sheep. Toby is a large and strong Bernese Mountain dog X German Shepherd and as such is a cross of two working breeds and needs to be kept physically and mentally occupied. When I took him out he travelled fine in a crate in the back of my van. Park Toby ignored cars that went past as we walked from the van to the Park. As we entered the Park he was very interested in all the smells and scents that can be found in a busy public place and although he pulled on his lead it was from smell to smell. Away from the nice smells Toby will pull on the lead but this is can be corrected with training, something that given his breed Toby will enjoy. Toby will walk OK on a long line often looking back to see where his handler is. Toby has basic commands like sit and come but will take his time in responding to them. He showed some interest and played a little with the ball but was not excited by it. So far...

We were asked to take in Jasper and Lola due to their family struggling to cope with their behaviours and expecting another child. Jasper is 4 years old. He is neutered and microchipped and vaccinations are being restarted. Jasper is a very protective lad in the home we are told and he appears jealous of the daughter. Once he knows you are not a threat he is fine, but he most definitely needs work on his boundaries and training as he is a very high energy dog and needs some manners, as he has a very naughty side. Jasper loves to play with balls and we are told he also loves swimming. No children because of his protective and jealous streak, and he can be very selective of other dogs so will need to be the only dog unless rehomed with Lola. Jasper will need a confident and experienced home to show him his he cannot rule the house but will give a bundle of fun and love in return. Jasper and Lola have been adopted together. Jasper has passed over Rainbow Bridge,  

This gorgeous girl is Ellie. According to her microchip she is 8 years old and has been in the same home since a pup. She is not spayed and vaccinations are out of date. Being rehomed as her owners have been given notice to move. Ellie has lived outside in a kennel all of her life but we are told she is house trained. Good on lead and has basic commands but recall unknown so guessing she is not let off lead. No issues over food or toys. No real experience of children so older children only. We are told she is fine with other dogs and unknown with cats. This is what our volunteer had to say about her: “Ellie is a gorgeous girl but very shy. There was no reaction from her as we entered the yard, she just came up to me, gave me a sniff, and a lick, refused my biscuit offerings and then went back to her human. Ellie has a lovely heart and soul and she’s so gentle. Ellis sadly is a victim of circumstances that’s no fault of hers. Ellie is a very calm and quiet girl who would fit nicely into any...

Enzo is just a year old. He is neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. Enzo came to us from another rescue. Older children as we do not know his full history however he is as soft as he looks but needs some manners and training. We were told he is good with other dogs but in fact needs a lot more socialisation. Enzo will thrive in an experienced home that can continue his training and socialisation. Enzo has been adopted. Gorgeous Enzo has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

Eva will be 11 years old in July. She is microchipped but currently not spayed. Being rehomed along with Archie as their owner is moving abroad. Eva is good with older children, can be verbal around other dogs and a definite no to cats and livestock. Eva was a working dog so can be protective on walks but greeted our volunteer into her home with a slight bark, but a warm welcome as if he was a long lost friend. Good on lead, recall and basic commands as you would imagine. No issues over food or toys and very treat orientated. Eva is in good health and just needs a retirement home with Archie please. Archie and Eva are now in the rescue’s care. Eva has passed over Rainbow Bridge and can reunite with Archie.

Say hello to Kano, 4yrs old, neutered, his vaccinations have run out so will need to start again, he is chipped. We are told he is good with children of all ages, he is lead reactive to other dogs and will lunge to get to them, a no to cats, has seen livestock with no real interest. He greeted our assessor once she was in and sat down with saggy tailed kisses. Will need further lead training especially when around other dogs, knows his basic commands and recall is ok as long as no other distractions. Sadly for Kano he is not getting anywhere near the stimulation he needs and is spending longer periods by himself which is only adding to his frustration and need for human company. There was a small biting incident when he was at the owners partners house. Her ex came back earlier than expected with the children, Kano did not know him and ran out into the garden and nipped his arm. He then said the dog had to go as didn’t want him around the children who Kano adores. There are not been an incident before or since this. Our assessor found him to...

Meet Amber. She is 12 months old, fully vaccinated, chipped and can be spayed in November. Amber is a GSD X, with a fantastic temperament with people, dogs and cats a like. She is a real fun dog who does everything at 100 miles per hour! She did pull on the lead but since being walked on a dog matic that is a thing of the past and walks beautiful to heal. She is a present living with 8 other dogs large and small, 3 cats who she is fine with. The horses are more interesting but has not been off lead with them yet. A lovely dog to have around, very loveable, playful, friendly and would brighten up any home! Can you offer Amber her forever home? Amber has herself a lovely family of her own! After over a decade with her family, Amber has passed over Rainbow Bridge.    

Hiro is just 19 months old. He is entire and vaccinations are out of date but he is microchipped. Hiro is good with children and other dogs. He does chase cats however but is fine with cows and ducks. Hiro has been with his family since a pup but due to a change in working hours, they are very sadly looking to rehome him as it is not fair leaving him alone for so long, and he is starting to chew from boredom. Hiro is a very friendly boy, apart from with the vets, who is scared of. He does pull on the lead to start but will settle, has good recall and basic commands. No possession issues over toys or food, but not very good at giving his ball back! This lad would benefit from having someone around most of the time, or the company of other dogs. Can you give this stunning lad a home please? Hiro has been adopted. Hiro, renamed Marmite,has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

This gorgeous girl is Elsa and sadly has found herself in rescue due other dad passing away. She is a ripe age of 12/13yrs and having her retirement in a foster home.

Feast your eyes on this little beauty, her name is Penny who originally came to us from a dog pound. At approximately 12 months old Penny is still very excitable and bouncy, but she is but a baby, she is spayed, fully vaccinated and chipped. Penny adores people and loves to play.  Her personality will certainly have you smiling.  She has started her training and has a genuine willingness to please.  She has now been taught her basic commands and is also being clicker trained to walk to heel, which is going well. Penny does have prey drive so it’s a no to cats and livestock. Currently Penny will need to be the only dog.  However, as her training and socialisation continues this may change. She is currently in foster with a male shep but that is after many weeks of socialisation. This girl ideally needs a family that are committed to her on going socialisation and training.  In return you will get the most loving ball of fluff you could ever wish for. Can you offer this baby a place of her own? Penny has been in foster and her foster family have adopted her. Penny went on to...

Cast your eyes over this beautiful girl! Here we have Tara who is currently staying in the Notts hotel. This girl is an absolute gem of a dog, her nature really is the best! Tara is an ex poundie so we have very little info on her but we do know that she is 9 years old and that she’s started her vaccinations. Tara loves people but also likes her own space, she will play ball and also likes to dip her toes in the pool to cool off. She would be better being the only dog in the household but she does ignore other dogs while out. She’s quite strong on the lead but settles down and walks quite well after her initial pulling. Tara is looking for a quiet home where she can just chill out and be waited on hand and foot – she deserves this! She could live with teenagers but is a no to young children and she wouldn’t appreciate sharing her home with a cat either. The gorgeous girl will be on the website shortly so if you are interested in giving her the home she deserves please do get in touch. Tara was...

May I introduce the rather lovely Vidar who is a GSD cross Akita. He is 3 years, neutered and microchipped and his vaccinations are being done. Vidar is an exceptionally friendly dog however we would not rehomed him with young children as he is quite big and boisterous, probably also due to the fact he is not getting much exercise at present. He is very strong on the lead and does not have recall at present but knows basic commands. Vidar is good with other dogs and just wants to say hello. In good condition, he is well cared for. Only being rehomed as his owner has a chronic respiratory illness which is further inflamed by Vidar’s hair, this friendly young man desperately needs a new home please. Vidar is now in his forever home. Vidar had over 10 wonderful years with his family and has now passed over Rainbow Bridge.

Archie is 12 years young. He is microchipped and neutered. Being rehomed along with Eva as his owner is moving abroad. He is good with children of any age but can be selective around other dogs. A no to cats and livestock. Like Eva, Archie greeted our volunteer into his home very warmly. He does have a wheat allergy but easily avoided with the right food. Good on lead, recall and basic commands. No issues over food or toys but is ball driven. Archie is in good health for his age and is looking for a retirement home with Eva. Archie and Eva are now in the rescue’s care. Archie had a wonderful time in his foster home but has now passed over Rainbow Bridge having nearly made his 14th birthday.

“This handsome lad is Jax who is 5 years old, neutered, microchipped and up to date with his vaccinations. Jax has been in the same home since a pup and is sadly being rehomed due to a change in working hours meaning he is being left too long and not getting the attention he deserves. Jax is fine with older children (teenagers), never really met younger and would be too boisterous. He can be selective with other dogs, but really does not like small dogs. He has lived with a cat in the past with no issues. Unknown with livestock. Jax is wary when you first meet him but then relaxes and wants to be your friend and play, especially with his ball which he loves. Will pull initially when on lead, but has recall and basic commands. No issues over food or toys. Jax is in excellent condition and is an obedient and responsive dog. He now needs a more stable environment where he is the only dog and is not left too long. In the right home, Jax will thrive and be a joy to have as part of the family.” This is Jax’s write up one year...

Feast your eyes on this gorgeous young lad, his name is Marco, he is still very much a baby at around 12/18 months. He is now chipped, fully vaccinated and neutered. This poor lad bless him was so scared when he first arrived with us he had no idea at all how he should act with people, dogs but over the weeks he has been here he is a totally different dog now and is looking for the right owner to help take him to the next stage in his life. Once he knows you he is such an affectionate lad but with all new people he can be very barky and unsure but that’s all due to lack of confidence which is growing all the time. Now walking out quite happily with other dogs at the kennels and really starting to enjoy life. Could you be the special person to adopt this lad? Update on Marco from a volunteer who walks him on a regular basis: When Marco first arrived at the kennels he was a very nervous boy, he was scared of everyone and everything. During the time he has been with us he has now realised that...

Another gorgeous lady arrived with us from the stray pound. Poppy is really not keen on other dogs and will remind you of it at all opportunities. Great around people, unknown with cats but I think safe to say it will be a no. Now happily settled in foster. Now adopted by her foster family! x After 4 wonderful years Poppy has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

This handsome young man is about 11 months old and currently entire. He is vaccinated and microchipped. Cole came to us from one of the pounds and arrived in an appalling state of neglect. He was underweight and his coat was filthy and matted so much it was pulling on his skin and making him sore. Described by the kennels as a wonderful, playful, cheeky rascal, Cole loves training and is very loving. He is scared of dark rooms or corners and will freak out if he sees any sort of chain which is not surprising as by the looks of the wound on his back leg when he arrived, he may well have been chained up. A little star who so deserves a home to love him. Cole is now with his new family. After 10 wonderful years with his family, Cole has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

Have a look at this lovely girl, her name is Gemma, she is 8/9yrs young, she is spayed, vaccinations are out of date and she is chipped. We are told she is good around children of 7yrs and upwards, fine with dogs and does live with a male GSD, a no to cats and no reaction seen around livestock. Enjoys a good sing song in the car, ok to be left – no chewing, knows all her basic commands, good on the lead after initial excitement with good recall. Gem is very treat / toy orientated so good for training with a new owner. If you could offer this girl her forever home please get in touch. Gemma and Bailey have found a new home where they can stay together. Gemma has passed over Rainbow Bridge to be reunited with Bailey.

Say hello to Gizmo, she is one of 6 dogs we took from a rather unpleasant home and she is now the only one still looking for her forever pad. She is still very nervous and unsure of everything but thanks to our fantastic vollies she is getting more confident all the time. She is around 5yrs old, still entire, fully vacs and chipped. Gizmo will benefit greatly from living with another confident dog who will hopefully show her the ropes of family life and some of the confidence will rub off. Gizmo is going into foster at the weekend to hopefully help her learn that not all people are scary, we will keep you updated.

This lovely lad is about 22 months old. Taken in as stray he was taken into foster and was neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Benji has been fine with all the other dogs and loves to play! He seems to have a super nature and has just fitted in. Benji was adopted a few months ago but his lady owner is finding him too energetic and demanding. He is a very active dog and over fixated with balls. This lad needs an experienced home that can detract his focus away from balls to give him the training and boundaries he has so obviously missed out on. A super dog in the right home! Benji is staying with his foster dad. After 10 wonderful years with his dad, Benji has passed over Rainbow Bridge.

May I introduce Hettie who is 9 years young, spayed, microchipped and vaccinated. Hettie came in with Ava after we were asked by the police if we could take them in to relieve some pressure off a family on their patch. They are both good with other dogs and have lived with children. Unknown with cats. This is what the kennels have to say: “Really lovely girls, quiet, extremely friendly with everyone and all the dogs. Love spending time together but also like their own space and peace. Ava likes to talk while yawning. Very unassuming ladies.” Can you give one of these girls a home please? Hettie has been in foster and has decided to adopt them. Hettie, renamed Ava, has passed over Rainbow Bridge at a grand old age.

“We are looking to find a placement for Opie, a 3-year-old Belgian Malinois. He found his way to us after been taken to a local vet as a ‘stray’.  He is not. His owner who is currently under mental health services had entrusted him to a friend; this is the friend who took him to the vet. The owner is homeless and in no position to take him back, which has upset him greatly.  He has signed him over to us so we can start trying to find him a placement rather than wait the 7-day statutory stray days. We have been told he has been around children from 3 years upward, brought up with cats and gets on with most dogs however introductions should be slow. He has been trained to walk to heel and does tricks.  He is food motivated. Understandably he is confused but he travelled well, allowed us to handle and touch him. He is described as a loyal and typical of the breed, he likes to stick with one person.” So please meet Opie. We believe he has actually more GSD than Mali. He is microchipped but vaccinations need to be restarted and once he...