Due to the cost of living crisis, many owners are taking their pets to rescue centres, as they can no longer afford to care for them. Dogs Trust says every week, around 1,000 people are making the call to give up their dog.
Staff at the rescue centres are also encouraging dog lovers to consider becoming fosterers, after a lovely greyhound was finally placed in a permanent home after being fostered over Christmas. Jack was in kennels for 18-months but his time in a foster home allowed Dogs Trust to see how he would fit into a family dynamic.
There are a range of puppies and dogs, at Dogs Trust Merseyside hoping to make your family complete or be a temporary guest - including a Belgian Shepherd and Pug.
Looking for a new pet but believe in the ‘adopt not shop’ mantra? We’ve got you covered. Take a look at these wonderful dogs, who just want to be loved.
13. Bronson
Bronson can live with teenagers but when it comes to other dogs he can be rowdy and doesn’t listen, so he’s best as the only dog at home. He’s super friendly, but just needs a loving family to help him channel his energy. | Dogs Trust Merseyside
14. Sugar
Sugar is looking for a home together with her Mum, Lady. She is house trained but can have a little accident if she feels nervous. These girls need to be the only pets in the home, and will need to be separated for eating. Children of high school age should be fine. | Image: Dogs Trust Merseyside
15. Rocco
Rocco is a friendly little chap, eager to greet everybody, but he can be worried if a new person tries to handle him too soon. He doesn't need long though to have a little sniff and gain his confidence, then he really loves a nice fuss. Rocco happily shares his kennel with another small dog, and would live with another dog at home but it would have to be a dog of a similar size and temperament as he is very worried by larger dogs or any that are too OTT. | Image: Dogs Trust Merseyside