Julie McCafferty writes: "Bonnie who we adopted from Almost Home 18 months ago. They had rescued her from a puppy farm. She wasn’t used to human interaction at all but now she loves nothing more than cuddles on the sofa. We all adore her."

placeholder image — Julie McCafferty writes: "Bonnie who we adopted from Almost Home 18 months ago. They had rescued her from a puppy farm. She wasn’t used to human interaction at all but now she loves nothing more than cuddles on the sofa. We all adore her."

National Rescue Dog Day: 29 lovely photos of rescue dogs in the Newtownabbey area

By Helena McManus

Published 21st May 2025, 16:30 GMT

Updated 27th May 2025, 16:56 GMT

Following National Rescue Dog Day (May 20), we’re celebrating the joy, loyalty and unconditional love a rescue dog can bring.

We asked Newtownabbey readers who’ve opened their hearts and homes to a rescue dog to share their photos with us and let us know what makes their pet so special.

29. Rescue Dogs

Rachael Ferguson writes: "Always had rescues. This is my current dog Frida, adopted from Almost Home Animal Rescue NI in August 2023." Photo: Rachael Ferguson

Newtownabbey

National Rescue Dog Day: 29 lovely photos of rescue dogs in the Newtownabbey area

Following National Rescue Dog Day (May 20), we’re celebrating the joy, loyalty and unconditional love a rescue dog can bring.

29. Rescue Dogs

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