Based in Whiston, Dogs Trust’s Merseyside rescue centre serves Liverpool, Knowsley, Sefton, Wirral and St Helens and has more than 50 dogs in its kennels, who would love the chance to find a permanent place to call home in time for Christmas.
The charity is seeing more and more people giving up their pets as a result of the cost of living crisis, and warns that abandonments often spike during and shortly after the festive period.
A large range of dog breeds and ages are available for fostering or adoption at Dogs Trust, including Bulldog, Lurchers, Spaniels, Pomeranians, Whippets, Akitas, Belgian Shepherds and more.
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The team at Dogs Trust Merseyside is also asking local dog lovers to help them make sure they can give the dogs in their care the best Christmas possible, by donating toys and treats in time for the big day. So, if you are hoping for a new companion, why not pop into the rescue centre and find a new friend?
Below are 25 of the rescue centre’s newest residents, who would love to find a permanent home in Liverpool and Merseyside in time for the most wonderful time of the year. But, it is important to remember that dogs are for life, not just for Christmas. More information about the adoption process is available via the Dogs Trust Merseyside website.
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9. Lulu - Patterdale Terrier
Lulu is a Patterdale Terrier. She will need to be the only pet and any children in the home must be of high school age. She will require someone at home all the time as she does not cope well when left alone. A secure garden will also be essential, as will need a refresher on house training. She is an active girl who loves her walks and loves doing our agility course. Lulu would make a great companion for someone. | Dogs Trust Merseyside
10. Brandy - Pomeranian
Brandy is a Pomeranian. She is looking for a home with her best friend, Binky. They can both live with children over the age of 10 but must be the only dogs in the home. They will need someone at home most of the day to help with their house training. Brandy does have a grade 2 luxating patella however this doesn't let her bother her and is not on any medication for it. | Dogs Trust Merseyside
11. Kyro - Italian Corso Dog cross
Kyro is an Italian Corso Dog cross puppy up for adoption in Merseyside. He is a young pup so will need somebody at home for most of the day to help with house training and socialisation, with a view to building his alone time up gradually. He could share his home with another dog following a successful meeting at the centre, and any children over the age of eight, but no cats. | Dogs Trust Merseyside
12. Princess - Bichon Frise
Princess is a Bichon Frise. She's a quiet dog who settles well at home, possible because she's hard of hearing so not much bothers her. Princess is a friendly girl with both people and other dogs and greets everyone politely. She needs to be rehomed with best friend Noodles. | Dogs Trust Merseyside