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Meet our lovely boy Al Pacino, a greyhound lurcher type around 6 years old. Al Pacino has sadly come from a very traumatic background and we suspect he may have been used in illegal dog sports. He bears several scars from his past, but he is now safe and ready for a new chapter in life.He is a skinny lad with some old injuries which can cause him to limp when walking, but this does not seem to bother him. Despite everything he has been through, he remains incredibly sweet natured and is always excited to get out and about.Al Pacino has a missing part of his nose, which he takes completely in his stride. He continues to show us what a resilient and loving boy he is every day.Al sniffing the flowersAl showing off his smileAl waiting for a treatAl posing for his photoHe enjoys his walks and is very engaged with the world around him, including people watching and squirrel watching.He walks well on the lead and enjoys gentle strolls, enrichment and mental stimulation. He would be best suited to a peaceful home where he can retire in comfort, while still enjoying lots of short walks and brain games to keep him happy and engaged.Al Pacino could potentially live with other neutered, calm natured dogs following successful introductions. We feel he may also be suitable to live with older children aged 14 plus depending on meets at the centre.Al would benefit from joint supplements to help support his mobility as he builds up his stamina. He is also awaiting x rays just to try to have a better understanding of his pervious injuries.Despite everything in his past, there is still no stopping this boy. He is ready to move forward and enjoy the good life he truly deserves.Cardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Meet our handsome boy Bailey, a lovely middle aged lab/staffie mix who is now ready to find a forever home to call his own.Bailey is a happy, easy going boy who enjoys all the simple pleasures in life. He loves getting out for walks, taking in all the exciting sights and sniffs along the way, and if there’s water nearby, even better! Whether it’s the beach, a stream or a puddle, Bailey is always happy to make a splash.He is a clever boy who already knows a range of commands and will even “speak” on cue. Bailey loves a fuss from everyone he meets and is happiest when spending time with his favourite people.Bailey has a lovely, relaxed nature and nothing seems to bother him. He enjoys playing ball, has good manners and is always eager to please.He can be strong on the lead to begin with but soon settles once he gets going and enjoys his walk.Although Bailey already has a great foundation, we feel he would benefit from positive reward based training classes. This will help maintain his good manners, provide a consistent routine and support him as he adjusts to life in his new home, while also strengthening the bond with his new family.If you are looking for a loyal, affectionate companion who enjoys adventures just as much as relaxing by your side, Bailey could be the perfect addition to your family.Could potentially live with children age 16+ and other animals based on introductions.Cardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Bruno is a Mastiff cross, estimated to be around 17 months old, who came into our care after being abandoned as a fake stray.When Bruno first arrived, he was an extremely worried young dog who found the world overwhelming. He is still learning about the world around him and can be unsure of loud noises and unfamiliar surroundings. Through patience, training and positive experiences, he has made fantastic progress and continues to grow in confidence.Bruno is a big, powerful lad who is expected to reach around 70kg when fully grown. Our staff have worked incredibly hard building his lead manners and confidence. He has progressed beautifully, but due to his size and strength he will need a confident owner with large breed experience who can continue his training and development.Our staff and behaviour team have also worked closely with Bruno on his impulse control and resource guarding. He has responded well and continues to make encouraging progress. His future family will need to continue using positive reinforcement to help him feel safe and secure.Once Bruno trusts you, he is an affectionate boy who loves fuss, enjoys a game of tug and proudly carries his favourite toys around.Bruno is looking for an adult-only home. He may be able to live with a calm, neutered female dog of a similar size, subject to successful introductions. Any companion would need to be a good match for his play style and ongoing development.Bruno is a bright, resilient young dog who has already overcome so much. With patient, understanding owners, he has the potential to become a loyal and rewarding companion.Cardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Meet our handsome boy Blue, a wonderful French Bulldog who is around 5 to 6 years old. Blue arrived in our care as a stray and is now looking for a forever home that understands his fun loving personality.When Blue first arrived at the centre he was understandably worried, but he has settled in well and has shown us what a cheeky character he really is. He certainly is not for the faint hearted and is guaranteed to keep you smiling with his larger than life personality.Blue is currently working on his manners, especially when it comes to having his lead and harness put on and taken off. His excitement can sometimes get the better of him and he may try to grab them during the process. He is a bright little lad who is easily distracted, is highly food motivated and absolutely loves his toys, making him a great candidate for continued positive reward based training.We feel Blue would be best suited to a calm adult only home with someone who has previous French Bulldog experience. He could potentially live with a well matched canine companion following successful introductions at the centre.Blue loves getting out for walks and exploring the world around him. Once he has settled into his walk, he has lovely lead manners and enjoys taking everything in at his own pace.Blue is quite an independent boy who will need time, patience and understanding to adjust to his new home and build a bond with his new family. He would benefit from continued guidance and positive reward based training classes to help him become the very best version of himself.If you are looking for a fun, cheeky companion who will keep you entertained every single day, Blue could be the perfect addition to your family.Climbing skills activatedCardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Bruce is approximately 3 years old and came into our care as a stray. Sadly, nobody came forward to claim him, but he is now more than ready to find his forever home.Bruce is a sweet, happy-go-lucky boy with a heart as big as his chunky frame. He was a little unsure when he first arrived and is finding kennel life quite stressful with so much going on around him, but once out and about his fun-loving personality shines through.Bruce is very much a typical bull breed lad — a bit of a bull in a china shop at times, often charging through life with enthusiasm rather than grace! With his stocky frame, big head, signature bully-breed chops and larger-than-life character, Bruce is impossible not to love. He is looking for a home that will appreciate him for exactly who he is.He absolutely loves getting out and about. Bruce is particularly fond of puddles and would happily spend his days exploring with his favourite people. In his mind he could walk for miles, but due to his breed and build he is best suited to shorter, more frequent walks with plenty of cuddle breaks along the way. Thankfully, Bruce is more than happy to stop and collect his cuddle tax before carrying on.Like many bully breeds, Bruce isn’t the biggest fan of hot weather. He may dream of epic adventures, but when the sun comes out, his inner diva makes an appearance! Warm days are best spent enjoying enrichment games in a cool home, lounging in shady spots, splashing in a paddling pool, and positioning himself directly in front of a fan so his handsome chops can catch the breeze. Once the temperature drops, he’s ready to get back to exploring.This affectionate boy adores people and will happily hand out slobbery kisses and lean in for fuss whenever the opportunity arises. If you’re looking for a loyal companion who enjoys company, cuddles and plenty of laughs, Bruce could be your perfect match.Bruce is looking for an adult-only home. He is a strong, substantial lad who doesn’t always realise quite how much dog he is! Like many bull breeds, he enjoys a rough-and-tumble play style and can become a little grabby when playing. Everything Bruce does is full of enthusiasm and affection, but his size, strength and excitement could easily overwhelm or accidentally knock over younger children. He is therefore looking for a home that understands and appreciates typical bully-breed antics.Bruce would benefit from continued dog socialisation and positive training to help him build confidence and become the very best version of himself.Bruce firmly believes that every human exists to provide head rubs and shoulder massages. A scratch behind the ears, a rub on his chunky shoulders, or a fuss over his handsome chops will earn you instant best-friend status. If there’s affection on offer, Bruce is always first in the queue!He is looking for a calm home without small furries, where he can finally leave kennel life behind and enjoy all the love, comfort and companionship he deserves.Could Bruce be the chunky, lovable sidekick you’ve been waiting for?Lapping up the attentionLapping up the attentionLapping up the attentionLapping up the attentionCardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Buddy is approximately now 1 year old and has been with us at the centre for around 5 months. He is a young, fun, working type crossbreed, likely a Dutch Herder x Mastiff mix. Since arriving, he has grown in confidence and is now really starting to show his cheeky, affectionate personality.Buddy is a lively lad who is still working on his social skills and learning about the world around him. He can be worried by children, some new people, and unfamiliar situations, so he will need understanding and patient handling as he continues to build confidence.He absolutely loves getting out on his adventures. Buddy enjoys water, shade, and quiet wooded areas where he can enjoy stress free sniffs, bird watching, and his favourite squirrel patrol. Walks are all about exploration for him, and he takes his time soaking everything in.Buddy is very affectionate and loves nothing more than spending time with his humans. While he enjoys a good game of tug and garden play, what he values most is human company and interaction.He has been working closely with our behaviour team and is making steady progress with his canine social skills. His new family will need to continue with positive reward based training to help him continue to thrive and grow in confidence.Buddy is looking for a calm semi rural home environment where he can work on himself and gradually build his confidence. Over time, he can then be gently introduced to new experiences, people, and places outside his comfort zone at his own pace. Confident patient handlers are essential for this young exuberant boy to help him feel secure and supported.He also enjoys garden play and would benefit from secure enclosed outdoor spaces or fenced exercise areas where he can safely burn off energy and enjoy enrichment activities.Buddy has come such a long way during his time with us and is now ready to take the next step into a home of his own, where he can continue to flourish.If you are looking for a fun affectionate and characterful young dog with lots of potential, Buddy could be the perfect match.We would be happy to consider homes with resident neutered canines, multiple introductions at the centre on a weekly basis would be required.Cardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Copper is a handsome, leggy, blonde wire-haired Lurcher who arrived in our care as a stray. When he first came in, he was suffering with some skin issues and is currently receiving veterinary treatment alongside weekly baths. We are pleased to say he is already looking much better and is well on the road to recovery.Copper is a very sweet-natured boy who loves human company and will happily lean in for a cuddle whenever the opportunity arises. He has settled in well, is enjoying his walks and has been busy making new friends along the way.As you would expect from a Lurcher, Copper enjoys stretching his legs and having the occasional zoom around. He walks nicely on the lead for much of the time, although he can become strong when he catches an interesting scent and follows his nose. He has shown a slight prey drive, which is typical of the breed, and this should be considered by potential adopters.We feel Copper could potentially live with sensible children who are comfortable around larger dogs, as well as other neutered dogs following successful introductions at the centre.Due to his difficult past and likely uncertainty around where his next meal would come from, Copper has shown some low-level guarding behaviours around his food bowl. We feel this is something that can be managed successfully within the right home and improved further with ongoing guidance. Simple management techniques, such as feeding him in a quiet separate area where he can eat undisturbed, alongside advice from our Behaviour Team, will help him continue to build confidence around food. As this behaviour is currently low-level, we feel it can be managed easily with understanding and consistency.Copper would benefit from a home with people who understand large breed sighthounds and their needs. Ongoing training, including loose lead walking and breed-appropriate activities, would help him continue to thrive. His wire coat will also require regular maintenance to keep him looking and feeling his best.If you’re looking for a gentle, affectionate companion with long legs, a big heart and plenty of love to give, Copper could be the boy for you.Showing off my tricksCardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Our sweet Crumpet has found herself back in our care through no fault of her own. Sometimes things don’t go quite as planned, but we’re here to help her find her true forever home this time.Crumpet originally came to us as a stray, with sore, itchy skin and a lot of fear in her little heart. She was terrified of being touched and would scream if anyone tried — but with patience and kindness, she began to trust us and show her beautiful personality.During her time in rescue, the vets discovered a large bladder stone during her spay. This was removed successfully and made a huge difference to her comfort and confidence.Crumpet unfortunately returned to us with some lameness on her hind limbs. After veterinary investigation, it has been advised that she has some spinal pain which is the cause of her hopping. This is currently managed well with daily pain relief, her future adopters will need to be prepared to continue with her veterinary care.Before her first stay with us, Crumpet had a kennel buddy and showed good social skills with other dogs. Since returning, she’s been a little unsure around them and has lost some of that confidence — but she’s learning fast, and we’re hopeful she’ll continue to rebuild her doggy manners with the right support and patient owners.After everything she’s been through, Crumpet’s confidence is slowly blossoming once more. She’s taking life at her own pace and learning to enjoy all the little things — wiggly greetings, happy snorts, and gentle fusses from the people she trusts most. She makes us laugh every single day with her cheeky Frenchie personality and adorable expressions.Crumpet enjoys her daily walks with our volunteers and will make a brilliant walking buddy once fully back to strength. She would benefit from positive training classes to help rebuild her social skills and confidence, as she can still be wary of other dogs and will use her voice to ask for space.Crumpet is looking for a calm, understanding adult-only home where she can have the peace and quiet she needs to truly relax. Her new family should have experience with the French Bulldog breed and be happy to keep up with her ongoing care — including cleaning her face folds, supporting her joint health, and continuing to help her confidence grow.Crumpet would prefer to be the only dog in the home, but she could have dog friends for walks following successful introductions over a period of time and eventually have a canine friend to share her home with in future. She may also be able to live with a cat, depending on introductions.Crumpet has been on quite the rollercoaster, but her resilience and gentle spirit shine through. She’s ready for her next chapter — could you be the one to give this brave little lady the calm and loving home she truly deserves?Crumpet has been lucky enough to spend time in a lovely foster home with people who have worked with her behaviours and help her continue her learning journey.She is the perfect house guest and has settled in lovely.Crumpet waiting for a treatCrumpet standing on the grassA little update from her foster mum and dad-Firstly, Crumpet is a little angel. She is very well behaved, obedient, cuddly, funny and easy going.Crumpet has a routine which she is used to, but it doesn’t seem to phase her if it changes as she demonstrated on her week away to Scotland to stay with relatives ( an eight hour drive, which she took in her stride). She enjoys her walks, which are usually twice a day for around 30-40 minutes and sometimes a quick walk at lunchtime. She is always keen to go out. You only have to pick up her harness and she’s ready. Even though she is still doing her little skippy trot, it’s not all the time and sometimes hardly at all.Crumpet can be a little wobbly from time to time, especially if she has been snoozing for a while (which is one of her favourite pastimes). She hasn’t shown any signs of being uncomfortable and is happy to be picked up. She also hasn’t shown any signs of having a problem with her breathing.We have given her toys, but she hasn’t shown but interest in them. She tends to gag on them if they are fuzzy. She likes to do tricks (paw, spin, middle) and she likes to chase in the garden. There isn’t a stubborn bone in her body.Crumpet is very good around food and has a good appetite. She doesn’t beg at the dining table. She stays in her place (bed) and waits patiently as she knows she might get a yoghurt pot to clean. She doesn’t guard her food at all either.Crumpet is very good at going out for a ‘wee wee’, although sometimes in the evening, before bed when she is snuggled up she needs to be enticed with a treat. She sleeps through the night in her bed in the bedroom.I have left her for up to 3 hours for work and she has coped well as she has had a walk before I leave. When we are at home and have things to do she is happy to snooze on the sofa or in her bed.We are managing her interactions with other dogs

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Say hello to our gorgeous GSD Dakota the 6 year old German shepherd !Dakota was brought into our care as a stray and was unfortunately never claimed , so she is now looking for her forever home! Dakota is such a loving and gentle girl , she is very smart and knows sit, paw and down and picks up all her training bits and bobs super quickly.She is your typical GSD and loves water and swimming , a good ol’ game of tug ,likes to be close to her humans and often has a good whine when she’s not getting attention. She is looking for an active home that will take her on nice long walks and give her the mental enrichment she needs to be a happy and fulfilled dog!Dakota can be a little weary of fast approaches whilst out and about and likes a gentle introduction with people; however she’s far from gentle when she’s giving you her shepherd love!Dakota could potentially with cats & dogs depending on intros at the centre.Looking at the passing dogsWaiting for my treatsCardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Introducing our gorgeous boy Dave , who has been with us for a while now. Unfortunately Dave arrived with us in a sad state, he had torn ligaments in his leg and was unable to walk properly . The team kicked into action and it was decided that he needed major surgery to fix this as a leg amputation will have put too much pressure on his other joints .Thanks to your fundraising Dave has been able to have his operation! When he arrived at the vets they also realised that he had an old fracture in the same leg that had healed itself. We are devastated that Dave had to go through this and be in pain but luckily he is in good hands and is now on his road to recovery.Dave is such a loving boy, he has proper puppy dog eyes and will stare into your sole until you give him some belly scratches. He absolutely loves his stuffed toys (especially his lion teddy) and will carry them around proudly! He can be a little nervous of quick movements initially but once he trusts you he settles down and enjoys a good fuss .At the moment we are looking for a pet free home for Dave whilst he recovers , having a major surgery is tough on a dog and Dave is feeling a little sore – so to avoid any conflicts and help Dave recover fully we are looking for this. This is not to say he cannot have a doggie sibling in the future or have friends over post recovery !Dave has a long journey a head of him, he will require a quiet adult only home with minimal disruption. He lacks confidence so a place to grow at his own pace with calm humans is something that is beneficial for him.Cardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Frenchie the lurcher has sadly been returned to us at the centre. Unfortunately, sometimes placements don’t work out. She was very loved and had a lovely time with her family, but it simply wasn’t meant to be.Frenchie is approximately 3 years old and is still a shy girl at heart. She may take a few minutes to warm up to new people, but once she feels safe, her playful and affectionate personality begins to shine through. She lacks confidence in the outside world and will need a calm, patient home that can help her build this slowly and at her own pace.When Frenchie first came into our care, she was kennelled alongside a spaniel and coped well with shared space. She has also spent time in a quiet foster home, where she proved herself to be the perfect house guest — settled, gentle, and respectful in a home environment.As a lurcher (sighthound), Frenchie naturally has a prey drive. Her new owners will need to understand her breed traits and help channel her instincts in positive ways, such as structured games or dog sports like agility or similar activities. This will allow her to use both her brain and her body — chasing her dreams around the course as she was born to do.Frenchie is an incredibly loyal and loving girl. Once bonded, she will happily follow you around the house to make sure she isn’t missing out on any daily activities — whether that’s working from home or keeping a close eye on the snack cupboard.She would love a secure garden where she can enjoy zoomies and then relax in the sun with her family. Frenchie would also greatly benefit from access to a large, secure enclosed dog field once or twice a week, giving her the chance to stretch her long legs, run off steam, and enjoy a proper sighthound sprint.Frenchie can be strong on the lead, but with consistent training classes and owners willing to learn alongside her, she will continue to improve and settle into her routines.All introductions will take place at the centre, and we would be happy to introduce her to any resident dogs, who could offer companionship and play once suitable matches are confirmed.Frenchie is a sensitive, loyal soul who just needs the right home to help her feel safe, confident, and truly settled.Rolling in to her new life with easeMaking eye contact to get belly rubsNot going anywhere, gona lay here all dayFinding the best sniffsIf you have a quiet home, a kind heart, and space on your sofa, Frenchie could be your perfect match.Local celebrity at the pub on my own chairChecking out the local wildlifeCardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team

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Please welcome George to our hotelGorgeous George is a handsome 6-year-old Dogue de Bordeaux who has recently arrived into our care following neglect from his previous owner. He has been through a lot, but George is now ready to look forward to a much brighter future filled with love, care, good food and all the comforts he deserves.George is a real sweetheart who just needs a little extra love, patience and understanding while he settles into his new life. He has already spent some time in foster and has proved himself to be the perfect house guest. He loves the comforts of home, enjoys a gentle potter, a good snooze and, of course, drinking straight from the hose! He really is happiest enjoying the simple things in life.George is very food-motivated and his meals are carefully managed. He is currently on a gastrointestinal diet to support his digestion and help maintain a healthy weight. He is fed little and often using a raised feeder, which works really well for him and allows him plenty of time to digest his meals comfortably.George absolutely adores his walks and loves getting out to explore. As you might expect from a big Dogue de Bordeaux, he can be strong on the lead, particularly when he picks up an interesting scent. Having missed out on some important social learning in his previous life, George may benefit from some positive dog training to help build his confidence and continue developing his lead manners and appropriate behaviours.George can be a sensitive soul and will need owners who understand that he may take time to settle and build trust. In return, he has so much love to give. He is a big, slobbery boy with an enormous heart, a love of food and a gentle, affectionate nature.George would be best suited to a calm and relaxed home where he can finally feel safe and enjoy the quieter life he deserves. Knowledge and experience of the Dogue de Bordeaux breed is essential, as George is a large and powerful boy who will need committed owners who understand the breed and are prepared to meet all of his needs.George will require multiple introductions at the centre to give him the time he needs to build a bond with his new family and get to know them at his own pace.After everything George has been through, he deserves nothing less than the very best life — a loving family, a comfy bed, plenty of affection, good food, gentle adventures and lots of opportunities for those all-important snoozes.Gorgeous George has waited long enoughWith my bestie enjoying the sun 9Cardiff Dogs HomeWestpoint Industrial EstatePenarth RoadCardiffCF11 8JQWe work in partnership with:Support us by making a donation or by donating food and other items.All donations are very gratefully received.© Cardiff Dogs Home 2024 - Website designed by Cardiff Council Web Team