Why adopt?

Getting a rescue dog from us has many benefits, we can tell you a lot more about the dog before you take them into your home – we will be honest, explain any training that needs to be continued and we give lots of support on your adoption journey.

All of our animals are neutered and have had a vet check up for common health issues. Many have dental treatment here, which can be a very expensive cost to pet owners. They are also microchipped and had flea and worming medication. 

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The adoption journey is part of the experience, and can take anything from one week to several months. You can understan, this isn’t a shop where we can order in what isn’t in stock and we really want to make a great rehoming choice for you and the animal to make your friendship last forever.

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It is very good value to adopt, especially with the number of benefits you get as part of the adoption package. We don’t make a profit from the adoption fee.

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We consider every application and match a pet to suit your lifestyle. But please consider if you have enough time to give to a pet – wherever they come from.

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Yes we do, but we are cautious to protect an animal's welfare and the safety of your family.

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We consider every application and match a pet to suit your home - however unusual it may be.

Adoption centres have changed a lot to keep up with modern consumers, whilst keeping the animal’s welfare in mind. To get started we have one form, request photos of your home and garden, and have a conversation with you.

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We have a wide variety of breeds and crossbreeds, it may surprise you. In rescue it can be that we are a couple of years behind the trend of breeds, and also representative of what breeds are owned in the local area. We’re having a chihuahua and spaniel trend at the moment!

» Click here for a list of breeds we have seen recently – from yorkshire terriers to akitas.

Nobody’s perfect, and neither are pets, whether they are in rescue or in a home. We are very open about our animals’ quirks and issues so you know what to expect and we can support you after adoption. 

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We would argue not necessarily, as young animals are a LOT of work. Adult animals are more settled in their manners, often have had some training and have an understanding of us weird humans.

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About half of our dogs and over half of our cats are strays, and the rest come from private homes. 

Below is a pie chart showing the reasons why animals came into the Home in 2022.

Keep looking! We take in, on average, 14 animals every week, and one of them will be a perfect match for you.

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Every animal is unique and we use all of our expertise to make the matches – every animal is assessed by the Behaviour and Animal Care team, the Veterinary team and the Rehoming team too.

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You must be over 18 to adopt, but we have no upper age limit. We take the animal's needs into consideration when matching you with a pet to make sure you are a good fit.

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