Seventeen dogs are currently awaiting adoption at the Ballymena rehoming centre, located at 60 Teeshan Road.
They include Margot, Gusty, Olly and Zebedee who are “underdogs” – dogs that have been in the charity’s care for over six months.
To read more about all of the dogs, visit the Dogs Trust website.
9. Buddy
Buddy is a beautiful, super friendly Labrador cross who is looking for his forever home. Buddy would prefer a home in a quieter area with no other pets so he can enjoy all the attention to himself. He could live with children 14+ who are used to spending time around dogs. Buddy would benefit from a large, secure garden where he can play and enjoy enrichment games to help burn some of his Labrador energy. He will thrive with a daily routine where he does not encounter other dogs, as he finds interactions with them overwhelming. Because of his love for people, Buddy would like someone to keep him company during the day until leaving time could be built up. Photo: Dogs Trust
10. Rocket
Rocket is a two-year-old Crossbreed with so much to offer his new, forever home. He will need multiple meets at the Rehoming Centre prior to adoption so that the training team can offer all the tips and tricks for introducing Rocket to his new life. Rocket is best suited as the only pet, and he will need an active, adult only household that most importantly love to have fun! A secure outdoor space would be amazing for him to run around, play and sniff during the day. His adopters should also be able to be at home with him at the beginning, and until leaving time can be gradually increased. Photo: Dogs Trust
11. Nicky
One year old Beagle crossbreed Nicky is full of so much fun and energy and will make a great addition to a family. Despite only having three legs, he still enjoys getting out and about for sniffy walks, and going for new adventures where there are lots of smells to explore. When out walking he can be strong on the lead so his foster carer is teaching him how to walk more politely. In his new home it would be ideal for someone to be around initially until he settles into his new routine and surroundings but over time he can gradually be left alone for longer periods of time. Due to a recent hind leg amputation Nicky still needs some physical stimulation in the form of walks but due to being a busy breed and a young boy he thrives on any extra training and mental stimulation which really helps him to settle. Photo: Dogs Trust
12. Cuan
Cuan is a sweet seven-year-old Lakeland Terrier ready to start searching for his forever home. Cuan loves his carers at the centre and once he gets to know you is super affectionate and will happily jump up on your knee for a cuddle. Cuan is housetrained and enjoys his home comforts. In his previous home he liked to sleep in the living room or bedroom. Cuan is a sensitive fellow, so he will need a specific home. He previously lived in a very quiet home so is used to this environment. An adult only home with no other pets will suit Cuan best and allow him to relax. He can be worried by new people and will need some management with visitors. Cuan walks lovely on the lead although can be worried around other dogs and heavier traffic so quieter walking areas would be ideal. Photo: Dogs Trust