Heartbreak for rescue dog 'back at square one' after 2 homes fall through and 500-day wait

Heartbreak for rescue dog 'back at square one' after 2 homes fall through and 500-day wait

Poor Charlie has been waiting for a forever home for almost 500 days (Image: RSPCA) The RSPCA is hoping it will be third time lucky for the five-year-old crossbreed (Image: RSPCA)“He’s come such a long way from the scared and nervous dog he was when he arrived at the centre back in January 2021.

Ukrainian service dog who ‘found 150 explosives during war’ is a very good boy

Ukrainian service dog who ‘found 150 explosives during war’ is a very good boy

Fearless Patron is rewarded with blocks of fresh cheese at the end of his working day (Picture: Instagram/patron_dsns) The two-year-old Jack Russel has been praised by the Ukrainian government for his tireless work (Picture: Instagram/patron_dsns) Unexploded ordinance doesn’t scare this hard working dog (Picture: Instagram/patron_dsns) Patron’s name means ‘bullet’ in Ukrainian (Picture: Instagram/patron_dsns)‘Be aware, look under your feet, and do not upset Patron’, the civil defence and rescue agency said in a post.

Expert tips on how to start running with your dog

Expert tips on how to start running with your dog

Ian Scarrott, a running coach and personal trainer at PureGym, says: ‘Like anything in life, exercise can become monotonous, so it is important to try new routes, vary types of sessions, time your run, and of course, if you have a pet that is able to run with you, make it more fun for them and you.

How to teach children to be safe around dogs

How to teach children to be safe around dogs

Whilst we can never know what a dog is thinking or feeling, teaching your children some basic doggy body language can be very useful, so they can see if a dog is feeling happy or scared.

John Travolta adopts the dog from the Betty White Oscars tribute — thanks to Jamie Lee Curtis

John Travolta adopts the dog from the Betty White Oscars tribute — thanks to Jamie Lee Curtis

It all started when Curtis stepped onto the award show stage with an adorable little dog named Mac & Cheese to give a tribute to the late Betty White, who helped countless animals throughout her life , during the in memoriam segment.

Cockapoo lost use of legs after being ‘poisoned’ by drugs left in park

Cockapoo lost use of legs after being ‘poisoned’ by drugs left in park

Willow the cockapoo was rushed to the vets after a daily walk in St George’s Park, Bristol (Picture: BPM Media/Google)A dog owner believes her cockapoo was poisoned after consuming drugs discarded in a park.

Samoyed loves making friends with shy orphaned calves

Samoyed loves making friends with shy orphaned calves

‘Yes you can speak to me and my son again’ (Picture: Krysten Pierre/Mercury Press) Meet Snow, the Samoyed who loves taking scared and timid new foster cows under his wing.

Rescue dog seeking home after being overlooked by adopters due to facial scars

Rescue dog seeking home after being overlooked by adopters due to facial scars

The lurcher cross also knows plenty of commands, and loves learning more (Picture: RSPCA)They say he’s great at walking on a lead and gets on well with other dogs (despite sometimes needing a little reassurance around other males).

Heartbreak as rescue dog receives no applications as adopters 'put off by facial scars'

Heartbreak as rescue dog receives no applications as adopters 'put off by facial scars'

Bronco has not received a single application (Image: RSPCA)Due to his past he also has to wear a muzzle when out and about, which the centre also believes is putting potential adopters off him.

Inseparable dog best friends Fred and Louis are looking for a home together

Inseparable dog best friends Fred and Louis are looking for a home together

They’re scared of the outside world but find confidence in each other (Picture: RSPCA)‘They find a lot of things in this world very scary but as long as they’re touching each other, they’re happy.

A Pennsylvania woman rescued a ‘scared’ animal. No one knows what it is

A Pennsylvania woman rescued a ‘scared’ animal. No one knows what it is

Eyth said that first, she thought the creature might be a coyote or a dog.Barron said that since the animal's behavior is on the timid side and it isn't exhibiting signs of aggression, she believes that the animal may be a dog.

Couple discover genius way to keep their puppy away from the Christmas tree

Couple discover genius way to keep their puppy away from the Christmas tree

That’s when inspiration struck: ‘When Jordan got the hoover out [to clean up the mess], he started barking at it and we remembered how scared he was of it,’ says Georgia.They plan to keep the vacuum cleaner as part of their Christmas decorations for years to come, unless Hugo starts behaving.

The dog who got me through 2021: Leo the Peke made my blood pressure drop and my heart swell

The dog who got me through 2021: Leo the Peke made my blood pressure drop and my heart swell

Leo is “one of the most polite dogs I’ve ever known”, Sandra wrote.“While I feel stale about his Instagram, helping a few people to have joy gives me a reason to keep posting,” Sandra said.2021 has been a tough year for her family, too, with three deaths (including their shih-tzu Chloe, Leo’s companion) and a health scare.

Terrified greyhound scared to death by fireworks outside his house

Terrified greyhound scared to death by fireworks outside his house

Tiger died after being left terrified as people let fireworks off to mark Bonfire Night (Picture: Kayleigh Coates/Getty)A family has been left heartbroken after their dog suffered a suspected heart attack thought to be brought on by the sound of fireworks.

Traumatised woman terrified of animals after lip ripped off in dog attack

Traumatised woman terrified of animals after lip ripped off in dog attack

Marie Fast, 48, has been scarred for life after her ordeal (Picture: Kennedy News and Media)A woman has been left traumatised after her lip was torn off in a horrific dog attack – leaving her screaming in agony and scarred for life.

How to keep your dog calm on Bonfire Night during the fireworks

How to keep your dog calm on Bonfire Night during the fireworks

Keeping calm around fireworks yourself will help your pets relax in return – but if they’re already scared and coming to you for some reassurance, then comfort them.It’s important to make sure your dog can’t bolt from the house if they hear loud noises.

Cockapoo nearly died after eating face mask tied around bone

Cockapoo nearly died after eating face mask tied around bone

Milo was sent home to recover after his life-saving surgery (Picture: PA) The metal nose clip made it dangerous for Milo to pass naturally or vomit up (Picture: PA) Becky said she is ‘so grateful’ to the vets and nurses who saved three-year-old Milo (Picture: PA)Ms Clancy went on: ‘Sadly this isn’t the first time our vets have seen pets who have eaten discarded PPE.

Shelter’s oldest rescue dog finally finds a loving home to live out his last days

Shelter’s oldest rescue dog finally finds a loving home to live out his last days

Poor old Duke was abandoned in an empty house and left to starve (Picture: SWNS)When Duke the Akita was found scared and abandoned in an empty house, he was underweight, had severe muscle loss, and his legs were covered in sores.

'Ugly' one-eyed dog no one would adopt has finally found a home

'Ugly' one-eyed dog no one would adopt has finally found a home

The Australian Cattledog and American Staffordshire Terrier cross spent a lot of time in the shelter as many people passed up ‘ugly’ Mia due to her scars in favour of other pups.

‘World turned upside down’: therapy dog stolen from boy, five

‘World turned upside down’: therapy dog stolen from boy, five

Oscar is on the autistic spectrum and had previously struggled to maintain friendships but his cockapoo therapy dog filled that gap, said his mother, Natallie Cobden.Oscar and his sister with Elvis, who was stolen from kennels along with two other dogs.

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