Dogs Trust Leeds: Every adorable dog and puppy urgently looking for a forever home
These rescue dogs in Leeds are in desperate need of a permanent, loving home. Can you help them?
By Immy Share
Published 26th Jun 2021, 11:45 BST
Updated 26th Jun 2021, 12:20 BST
Dogs Trust in Leeds has several dogs and puppies and these are the ones that currently need rehoming (all photos from Dogs Trust Leeds):
13. Otis
Otis is a friendly lad and really enjoys being around both people and dogs. When he first arrived in kennels, his world fell apart and his anxiety manifested in humping people and grabbing at the lead when on walks. These behaviours became a very consistent coping strategy for Otis and made it difficult to do much with him, so he was taught some new strategies to help him cope with everyday life. Otis has done fantastically with his training, and he is more than ready to take the next step and find his forever home. He needs a home that he will be able to transition into easily without too much to get his head around. He is good with dogs, but it'll be easier to settle him in as an only pet. Once settled however, there's potential that another dog could be introduced in time. He is looking for an adult only home with few visitors. He is worried about heavy traffic, so can't live directly on a main road, however he does travel really well which opens up walking opportunities.
Major is big handsome American bulldog who at 11-years-old needs to find a new family to call his own. He can be a little shy when you first meet him but comes round quickly if there are some tasty treats coming his way! He's a very sweet lad who can get very playful when the mood takes him. He enjoys his walkies too but he is very strong on his lead so not for the faint of heart. He has a history of being housetrained but may need a little refresher as he settles in to his new life. One thing is for sure, with Major around you'll never be lost for affection! He cannot live with very young children but over 14s will be fine, as long as they're happy around larger dogs. He is fine around other dogs when out and about but doesn't like to share his home so he'll need to be the only pet. He will need someone around all the time, but that just means more fun and snuggles with him! Major has a few medical issues and new adopters will need to take these costs into account.
Four-year-old Pippa is a very friendly ex racing Greyhound who loves to meet new people. She is a fussy affectionate girl who likes to play with teddies and has a really sweet nature. Pippa should be fine with children aged 12 and over. Pippa may not have lived in a house before so will need an enclosed garden with high fencing for house training and crazy 40 mph zoomies. Pippa does have a prey drive and may chase small furry animals but like must ex racers she is happy to wear a muzzle out and about. Pippa is okay around dogs as long as they are aren't too OTT or in her face. She would prefer not to share the sofa with another dog in the home though or any other furry pets. Pippa is prone to counter surfing so any unattended food is fair game in her eyes.
Wilbur is a wonderful boy with loads of potential. He is two years old and still has a lot to learn, but he's getting there. Unfortunately, he is a real worrier and doesn't like sudden noises or busy environments. He has a tendency to chase traffic and other small animals so he'll need to live in quite a rural area where he has immediate access to peaceful walks directly from his home. He prefers his own company and is not one for much fuss. He really enjoys playing with his toys and he's slowly learning how to include people in his games. Tug seems to be his current favourite! Wilbur needs a home with understanding, patient owners who are willing to continue his training. He needs an adult only environment with people who will give him the space he needs and love him just as he is. He will initially need you around all the time to settle him in. He is not keen on other dogs and has a strong natural chase instinct so cannot share his home with any other pets. He'll need a secure garden with 6ft fence.
Six-year-old Stanley is a big strong boy looking for an active home. He will need to be the only pet in the home. Stanley likes to know where his owners are and will need a home where his family are at home with him during the day. Stanley is looking for a quiet home with no neighbouring dogs and quiet walks available locally. He should be fine living with children aged 15 years upwards. Stanley travels well and would enjoy finding new quiet walks to explore. He is a smart boy and is looking for a family that enjoys training. Stanley will make an incredibly fun addition to the home.
Stuart is big strong lad who is looking for a very special home. He's only one and unfortunately hasn't had much training in his life. His training MUST be continued in his home. His owners will need plenty of previous experience of large breed dogs and be prepared to put in a lot of effort at the start with things like lead training, confidence building and gradual dog socialisation as he does tend to bark when he sees them. He is full of potential so your hard work will be rewarded with a fun, playful and loyal companion. He loves his food so he really is a trainers dream! He is housetrained but he will only toilet on grass, so his home MUST have a fully secure garden with high fence and lawn. Due to his size and training needs he must live in an adult only environment as the only dog with no visitors during his settling in period, and very few after then as he is nervous around new people. He cannot be left at all at the moment.
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