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Name: Bentley
D.O.B: 05/08/2023
Gender: Male
Breed: Mixed breed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Meet Bentley - the gentle boy with a heart full of love! Bentley is a handsome and lovable large/medium boy who is looking for his forever home.
Bentley may be a big boy in size, but his heart is even bigger! Bentley’s journey has not been an easy one. Rescued as a puppy, he spent his early years in a Romanian vet clinic after being diagnosed with diabetes. Despite his condition, Bentley remained a sweet and affectionate pup, but sadly, no rescues offered to take him on due to the ongoing medical costs. That’s when we stepped in and brought him to the UK in June 2024, giving him the second chance he truly deserves.
Since arriving in the UK, Bentley has flourished! With regular vet visits and medication, his diabetes is now stable. He is such a trooper and takes his daily medications and regular blood tests in stride. Bentley is THE most patient, gentle, and loving dog you’ll ever meet, and his calm, positive nature makes him a joy to be around.
Bentley’s diabetes does require him to follow a strict diet to keep his glucose levels stable. His adoptive family will need to commit to maintaining this routine, but Bentley’s loving nature and wonderful personality make it all worthwhile. He gets along beautifully with other dogs and has also lived alongside cats in the vets, so he’d be happy in a multi-pet household. His favourite things include sunbathing, cuddling with his human friends, and being the centre of attention (he’s quite the charmer!).
Bentley has won the hearts of everyone who meets him, and it's impossible not to smile when you see his sweet face. Despite his remarkable qualities, Bentley has had little interest from potential adopters. We believe this is largely due to his ongoing medical condition even though he rarely needs to see a vet now that his condition is well under control. As a charity, we are committed to continuing Bentley’s insulin medication costs for as long as necessary, but what he truly needs now is a family who will appreciate his kind spirit and give him the love he deserves.
Please note that Bentley would thrive in an adult-only home where he can live safely with his strict diet and no temptation for food outside of his prescribed meals.
If you think you can offer Bentley the loving home he deserves, please pop on to our website and complete a pre-adoption application at https://www.savingandrehomingstrays.org/dog-application-form. (Please note a home check and adoption donation will apply).
We know Bentley has so much love to give, and with your help, he’ll find the perfect home where he can live the rest of his days surrounded by warmth, love, and cuddles. Thank you for considering giving this incredible boy the life he deserves!
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Name: Tigger
D.O.B: 05/02/2024
Gender: Male
Breed: Mixed
Tigger is coming up for a year old so has already done most of his growing and still only weighs 11 kilos, so is going to remain a very small- medium dog.
Tigger was found on the streets in Romania as a puppy and taken to a lovely little private shelter where he stayed until he travelled to us in the UK.
Tigger loves everybody and his favourite thing is to be hugged! He lived with three other dogs in the shelter, who have all travelled with him to the UK, and they are currently still all living together and get along just fine.
He has never lived in a house so will require basic training, but will knock this off in no time as his desire to please makes him very trainable. He will fit into many different sorts of home and whoever gets to adopt this little poppet will have hit the jackpot!
He is fully vaccinated to UK standards, including his kennel cough vaccination, and has had all the recommended blood tests, including an additional brucellosis blood test in the UK.
If you have room in your heart and on your sofa to make space for Tigger I guarantee he will make you smile every day for the rest of his life! Please pop along onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete a pre-adoption application form. Please note, a virtual home check and £500 adoption donation will apply. Thank you!
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Meet Georgie: The Loving Giant with a Big Heart!
Age: 5 (as of January 2025) DOB: 05 Jan 2020
Weight: 35kg (He's not small, but with all that love, you won’t mind!)
Breed: Large white long-haired with a distinctive eye patch
Georgie is an affectionate, fun-loving dog with so much to offer. His playful spirit and loving nature make him a joy to have around—he’s always ready for a cuddle, a game, or a walk. Though he’s a larger dog, his heart is even bigger, and he thrives in environments where he feels safe and understood.
Likes:
1. Ball and Rope Play: Georgie is a big fan of chasing his ball and playing tug-of-war with his rope. He’s always ready to play and keep you entertained!
2. Walks: Whether it’s a brisk, long walk or a slow, sniff-filled stroll, Georgie is always up for an adventure. His love for walks is only matched by his enthusiasm for sniffing out all the scents along the way.
3. Enrichment Games: Georgie enjoys using his nose to find treats. His inquisitive nature makes these games a great way to keep him mentally stimulated.
4. Water: Georgie loves being in the water, although he’s not the most confident swimmer—he still enjoys splashing around!
5. Cuddles & Scratches: Georgie’s perfect day includes snuggling on the sofa and receiving a nice chest scratch. He’s a true cuddle bug who craves affection from the people he loves.
Dislikes:
1. Loud Noises: Georgie is not a fan of fireworks or loud sounds, and he can be wary of postmen, delivery drivers, and bin men.
2. Bath Time: While Georgie tolerates getting washed when he’s muddy, it’s not his favorite activity.
Temperament:
Georgie is an affectionate and loving dog, especially with the people he knows. He’s been through a period of reactivity (barking and lunging) in the past, mostly related to food intolerance, which has now been resolved after a switch to a hypoallergenic diet. As a result, Georgie is a much more relaxed dog, though he can still have occasional reactivity to unfamiliar dogs, particularly in stressful situations or when he feels uncomfortable.
He has a soft spot for other dogs and enjoys playing with those he knows well. Georgie has been attending daycare for a few years and has formed strong bonds with the other dogs there. H
He has recently shown some reactivity toward young children due to a change in the home environment. While he has never bitten or nipped anyone, we are looking for a child free home for Georgie.
Georgie is also known to be a sensitive character, and while he’s generally friendly, he does take a little extra time to warm up to strangers. But once he’s comfortable, he’s all about those extra cuddles!
Training:
Georgie has good lead walking skills and is a pro at staying close to you when out on walks, although he might pull a bit when searching for the perfect spot to do his business. His off-lead recall is a work in progress, especially in areas with lots of distractions like deer. He does get time in a secure dog field a couple of times a week to burn off energy.
He’s mastered basic commands like sit, stay, go to your place, and come in the house, though he can get a little distracted when the doorbell rings or delivery people show up. Training has helped him stay focused, and a halti has been used when needed to help him remain calm.
Georgie is not crate-trained, and his ideal home would be one where he can have the space he needs to feel comfortable.
Diet:
Georgie’s diet is important for his well-being, and he requires a hypoallergenic hydrolyzed diet to keep him healthy.
Ideal Home:
Georgie would thrive in a rural home, where he can enjoy plenty of space and quiet. He’d be happiest in a household without children, as he’s more comfortable with adults or older kids who can respect his need for space. He’d also do well in a home with other dogs, especially those with a temperament similar to his but another dog is not a requirement. Experience with dogs would be beneficial for Georgie’s adopter, as he can sometimes be sensitive to stress and would benefit from a calm and structured environment.
Fun Fact:
Georgie has a distinctive eye patch—a unique and charming feature that makes him even more special!
Georgie is an amazing dog looking for a loving, patient home where he can continue to grow and be the affectionate companion he’s meant to be. Could that home be yours?
Georgie is currently in Glasgow, Scotland. If you think you are the perfect home for Georgie please pop onto our website and complete an application form. A £500 adoption donation and a virtual home check will apply xxx www.savingandrehomingstrays.org
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Name: Willow
D.O.B: 01/12/2021
Gender: Male
Location: Cornwall
Willow is a Welsh Collie living with his current family in Cornwall. He will be 3 years old in December and is up to date with his vaccination etc but has not been neutered at the advice of his vets (we would suggest that this is revisited).
Willow has been with his current family since he was a puppy and has been brought up around children. Unfortunately due to the family's circumstances, they are not able to keep Willow as they are unable to offer him the continued exercise, mental stimulation and training required for this very clever dog. Willows family explain that Willow is a lovely dog who is very loyal, smart, affectionate and amazing with their son. He also loves to play football!
Willow does have some areas that required further training such as recall (although he will come back to a ball thrower, as he loves a ball), he will try and chase cars (but this is managed using a particular lead) and he does not like some sounds e.g. the hoover and will snap at these.
Willow loves attention and walks, and is normally good with other dogs and plays nicely with the other dogs in the family. He does bark sometimes but not excessively, and he is not destructive at all in the home or garden. He is also housetrained.
His family believe he would live a happier life with a family able to give him the time and adventures he needs and willing to continue with his training.
We would like to see Willow in a rural home, ideally with experienced collie / working dog owners who understand this breeds needs.
If you have a Willow-shaped hole in your life please pop on to our website and complete a pre-application application form (https://www.savingandrehomingstrays.org)
Please note a £350 adoption fee will apply and a virtual home will be required.Thank you!
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Name: Dora
D.O.B: 10/11/2017
Gender: Female
Breed: Mixed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Meet Dora! Dora is spayed, microchipped, fully vaccinated, up-to-date with flea and worm treatments and has an up-to-date EU passport.
Dora came over from Romania in September where she had lived outside in a dirty kennel for her entire life. She is the mother of Clovis (our beaten, blind boy) and “wife” of Dave (Clovis’ dad). Dora has just the sweetest of natures and loves nothing more than to cosy up on her new duvet and I think she’s scared someone will take away this new found warmth and comfort she gets from it !
Dora lived with Clovis and Dave in Romania before she was rescued and lived with other dogs, without issue, in the shelter while she was waiting to travel. Dora enjoys a nice gentle walk and would love a secure garden to potter round in too.
We would like to see her in a nice quiet home without younger children, but other than that she would make a lovely “low maintenance” addition to many different homes.
If you have room in your heart and home for this sweet, loving girl please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form.
(Please note a £500 adoption fee and virtual home check will be needed in order to adopt Dora) Thank you!
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Name: Dave
D.O.B: 05/05/2019
Gender: Male
Breed: Mixed
Meet Dave! Dave is neutered, microchipped, fully vaccinated, up-to-date with flea and worm treatments and has an up-to-date EU passport.
Dave came over from Romania in September where he had lived on a chain for his entire life. He is the father of Clovis (our beaten, blind boy) and “husband” of Dora (Clovis’ mum). We do not know Dave parentage's, but he looks very much like a Transylvania Hound and is truly a stunning looking lad.
Personality-wise he has just the sweetest of natures and loves nothing more than to play fetch with his ball (and would let you throw it all day if you have the time!).
Dave lived with Clovis and Dora in Romania before he was rescued. He has lived with other females in the shelter while waiting to travel and has no issues with male dogs when out on walks and doesn’t bother with the dogs that surround his pen in the rescue here.
Dave is an active younger dog and, as such, we are looking for an active home for him. He has not been tested around children, so even though we think he will be fine with them, we are looking for a child-free home for him.
As Dave loves to chase his ball so much he will need to go to a home with a secure garden and with a family who have an active life. I do not see him in a home where his daily routine would just be to go for a walk round the streets and would love to see him in a home where he will be constantly going out for “adventures”.
If you have room in your heart and home for this sweet, loving boy please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form.
(Please note a £500 adoption fee and virtual home check will be needed in order to adopt Dave - Thank you!)
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Name: Tina
D.O.B: 15/04/2023
Gender: Female
Breed: Mixed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Meet Tina!
Tina was found in a cemetery in Romania as a tiny baby with her 5 siblings and rescued by the lovely lady we work with out there.
Sadly the pups all caught distemper and 2 of the 6 did not survive. For some reason, these little souls were overlooked by all the other rescues and as a result have spent the first year of their lives living in a stable.
When we were asked to take them, the answer was obviously yes...as despite their initial shyness these pups are just perfect!
In Romania, Tina was the shyest of the sibling group, but since arriving in the UK she has come on in leaps and bounds. After a few minutes of shyness, she remembers that she just loves attention and is straight in there for a fuss and a cuddle!
Tina is neutered, fully vaccinated to UK standards and, although already tested for brucellosis in Romania, will have a second UK laboratory test before being rehomed (as some UK vets will not accept the results of the Romanian test).
Tina is the largest of the siblings, but still only what we'd class as a small-medium and she would fit well into many homes. As she has not experienced much of the outside world, she needs a family that will not rush her and will allow her to take things at her own pace - in return she will love you unconditionally for the rest of her life!
If you have a Tina-shaped hole in your life please pop on to our website and complete a 'pre-adoption application form' (https://www.savingandrehomingstrays.org/dog-application-form)
(Please note a homecheck and adoption donation of £500 applies).
Thank you!
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Name: Ollie
D.O.B: 01/05/2020
Gender: Male (neutered)
Breed: Mixed
Size: Medium tall)
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Ollie came to us as rescue back up after seeing an appeal as he was passing between foster homes (5 different homes in 7 months) and he needed some stability.
Ollie is just the most amazing dog ever! He adores everyone from the second he meets them and is a big snuggle-bug. He just wants to share all his love and attention with everyone he meets. Ollie is known as the ‘Puppy Godfather’ as he is the first dog to greet and welcome new arrivals to the rescue to show them the ropes. He gets on well with new dogs/puppies of any age and is always ready to go make friends with them. Ollie is house, crate and lead trained and is so ready to have his own family to shower with love.
Ollie is the absolute best dog around other dogs when he is off the lead. He is quite submissive, so when he is on a lead he gets fearful and this has led to reactivity to other dogs whilst on-lead. Ollie has worked on this previously, with good progress, but would need a family who are willing to continue to work on this with him to help him get over his fear.
Ollie LOVES other dogs and would be over the moon to live in a house with another dog. Due to Ollie’s submissive nature, he would not fare well in a home with a dominant dog, but would love to live with a young and playful doggo (any size) who he could be best friends for live with! Ollie has not been cat tested and would be best in a child-free home.
As Ollie has been to-and-fro quite a lot over his short life we want to make sure this time is forever. We would therefore like him to have several meet-and-greets to make sure of this, and therefore potential adopters would ideally be placed within easy travelling distance of our rescue in Ayr, Scotland. We think he would fare better in a more rural location to help him flourish.
If you think you could be the family Ollie has been waiting patiently for, please complete a pre-adoption application form at the link below.
(Please note a homecheck and adoption donation of £500 applies).
Thank you xx
Link to form: https://www.savingandrehomingstrays.org/dog-application-form
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Name: Travis
D.O.B: 30/10/2017
Gender: Male
Breed: Mixed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Travis is a mixed breed (we think with some GSD) from Romania born on the 30 Oct 2017 and came into rescue along with his 2 siblings and has not been rehomed with them yet due to his disability. He has been with us in the UK since May 2018 and now we would love to find a very special home for this very special boy.
Travis was born with issues in his hips and the many vets in Romania diagnosed many different things but it was only when he came into our care and seeing our vets (and having more X-Rays) that we confirmed a diagnosis.
Travis does not have any hip sockets – they never formed. So his hips do not stay in place and move about which he moves. He has never needed any pain relief and is a strong dog and copes very well and isn’t in any pain. Initially our vets said he should be PTS but after seeing him playing very happily, in no pain and with the strength that he has in his front end he agreed he has a great quality of life and deserves a chance to live it to the full. He loves running round the garden and playing so needs a nice big garden and lots of space. We do need his home to have an understanding vet who is willing to work with us if necessary for any decisions on his future treatment and this would be part of our adoption contract.
Fabulous with other dogs especially boy dogs. He loves to play out with the boys.
Travis can be a funny with new people and can be a bit barky. It doesn’t take him long to warm up and we think it’s a bit of territory guarding as he is fine when out and about.
Travis walks fine on a lead and travels well in the car and has been well behaved at the groomers.
Travis would be perfectly happy in a home where he never goes for a walk as long as he has a big garden to run around and people to give him love and attention. He is a very sweet soul.
If you this you can offer Travis the extra special home and family he needs we would really like to hear from you. Please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form. Please note a home check and adoption donation will apply x
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Name: Zara
D.O.B: 27/06/2019
Gender: Female
Breed: German Shepherd
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Zara is a pure bred GSD bread in Romania born on the 27 June 2019 and came into rescue due to her disability. She has been with us in the UK since November 2019 and now we would love to find a very special home for this very special girl.
Zara was born with issues in her hips and the many vets in Romania diagnosed many different things but it was only when she came into our care and seeing our vets (and having more Xrays) that we confirmed that she has the same issues as one of our other wonky dogs.
Zaras hip and ball joints did not form properly so do not stay in place so they move about which she moves. Even though Zara is quite long and tall she still copes well and isn’t in any pain. She loves running round the garden and playing so needs a nice big garden and lots of space. We do have some wheels that can fit her, however as she isn’t actually paralysed her back legs don’t bend and they point forward so don’t work well in a typical cart but there may be different options that can be explored. We do need her home to have an understanding vet who is willing to work with us if necessary for any decisions on her future treatment.
Zara adores loves everybody. She gets on great with most dogs especially little dogs and could potentially live with another small dog. She is not as happy with bigger dogs and can sometimes growl and snap but will never start a fight. She could also live with children and she is a lovely soul.
Zara does have a sensitive stomach which is a common problem in GSDs. She has had lots of tests and there is nothing wrong but it can be a problem keeping weight on her as she doesn’t process food properly. She is on a special diet and takes probiotics at the moment and we are also about to try her on a raw diet to see if this helps. As a result she is skinny. This is a balance for Zara as being lighter helps her get about and having too much weight on her may limit her mobility. Zara is booked in for a dental cleaning later this month as she does have a tendency to hoover up food and sometimes a bit of poop!
Zara is fine on a lead, travels great in the car and happy at the groomers.
Zara would be perfectly happy in a home where she never goes for a walk as long as she has a big garden to run around and people to give her love and attention. She will sit and ask for attention as she loves a cuddle.
If you this you can offer Zara the extra special home and family she needs we would really like to hear from you. Please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form. Please note a home check and adoption donation will apply x
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Names: Tessa & Tosca
D.O.B: 20/06/2018
Gender: Female (neutered)
Breed: Mixed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Please note that Tessa & Tosca must live in a child free, pet free and dog free home and would ideally be rehomed together.
Tessa and Tosca were in a shelter together for 3 years before coming under our care. During that time they were well cared for, but did not receive as much human attention as they perhaps needed. As a results they came to us as very timid pups and have both been adopted separately and come back to us as they were too timid apart to live in a home. We would therefore love to see these girls adopted together as they rely on each other for their confidence. At the rescue they enjoy playing, sleeping and cuddling. Tessa and Tosca have done a little lead training at the rescue, but we would need a family willing to put in the time and effort to gain their trust and work on their training slowly and with our support. We know it’s a big ask to find these two a home together, but we like to dream big for our dogs. If you have the time, patience and love for these girls please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form. Please note a home check and adoption donation will apply x
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Name: Mischu
D.O.B: 01/05/2012
Gender: Male (neutered)
Breed: Mixed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Please note Mischu must live in a dog and pet free home.
Mischu came to us with his sister Iza after spending 8 years in a shelter with very little human socialisation. When they came to us they were very scared and shy dogs. He is very bonded with his sister, but isn’t keen on other dogs so if they are rehomed separately it needs to be into a pet and dog free home. When they arrived they were both very scared of everything, but over time have relaxed into life here and become firm favourites with our volunteers. Mischu is the most confident of the two, but his little sister Iza definitely wears the pants in their relationship. Mischu loves doing the zoomies, snoozing, food and a cuddle. He will need work on lead training so his family will need a secure home and garden to begin his training. If you can offer him love, comfort and patience we would really like to hear from you. Please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form. Please note a home check and adoption donation will apply x
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Name: Iza
D.O.B: 01/05/2012
Gender: Female (neutered)
Breed: Mixed
Location: Ayr, Scotland
Please note, Iza must live in a dog and pet free home.
Before coming into our rescue Iza had spent her entire life living in a shelter. She had been rescued as a puppy (along with her brother) by a well-meaning rescuer, but 8 years later was still sitting in a pen having never known much social interaction. As a result she arrived with us as a very timid little thing. Over time her confidence has grown and she is now an absolute delight. She loves a good fuss and cuddle and despite being much smaller than her brother, she definitely is the boss out of the two. She is a friendly lady and is happy with new people pretty quickly after being introduced and she really loves to snuggle. She will need work on lead training so her family will need a secure home and garden to begin her training. If you can offer her love, comfort and patience we would really like to hear from you. Please pop onto our website at www.savingandrehomingstrays.org and complete an application form. Please note a home check and adoption donation will apply x
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