Islay Dog Rescue

Islay Dog Rescue

Bandit is an adorable 7-year-old crossbreed who was rescued from a kill shelter in Romania and is now looking for a loving forever home.From the moment he arrived at Islay Dog Rescue, Bandit captured the hearts of the staff and volunteers with his big heart, goofy smile, and gentle nature.Despite his difficult start in life, Bandit is incredibly trusting of people and loves attention, fuss, and plenty of tickles. He is a friendly, affectionate boy who enjoys human company and is sure to make a wonderful companion.Bandit walks beautifully on the lead, making him a pleasure to take out on adventures. He is also an intelligent dog who already knows several basic commands, including sit, down, and paw.As we cannot be certain of Bandit's past, we are unable to say whether he has previously lived in a home or is fully house-trained. However, his relaxed nature around people and the training he has already received suggest that he has spent a great deal of time with humans and may well have been a much-loved family pet.He gets on well with other dogs, and we believe he could happily live with a compatible canine companion following careful introductions.Bandit is a gentle, special boy who may be able to live with children. Although he has not yet been formally assessed in this area, we would be happy to arrange introductions with any children in a prospective adopter's family before an adoption is finalised.He has not yet been cat tested, but this can be arranged if required.

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Bleu is a 5-year-old English Bullmastiff weighing an impressive 51.6kg. He came into Islay Dog Rescue through no fault of his own, following a change in his family's circumstances.When Bleu arrived, our team quickly recognised that he was suffering from severe Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome, which was causing significant breathing difficulties. Thanks to the incredible generosity of a kind couple who support Islay, Bleu has now undergone corrective surgery. The improvement in his breathing, overall health, and comfort has been immediate and truly life-changing.Bleu is a gentle, affectionate giant who loves spending time with people. He has previously lived with children, but due to his size and strength, we feel he would be best suited to a home with dog-savvy children aged 12 years and over.He gets on well with other dogs and, with careful introductions, we believe he could happily live with a resident canine companion.He is an intelligent boy with a typical Bullmastiff stubborn streak, so he'll need experienced adopters who understand the traits and needs of large mastiff breeds. Bleu already knows several basic commands, including sit, down, and paw.He generally walks nicely on the lead, although if he catches an interesting scent, he'll happily follow his nose! As Bleu is an incredibly strong dog, his new family should be physically capable of handling him on walks and committed to continuing his training using positive, reward-based methods.Bleu has not yet been cat tested, but this can be arranged if required.His previous owners advised that he is house trained.

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Meet Henry – The King is Ready for His Castle!Henry is a handsome Bull Type crossbreed who recently arrived at Islay Dog Rescue after being found as a stray. Despite his unknown past, he has quickly won everyone over with his larger-than-life personality and affectionate nature.A friendly, happy boy, Henry greets everyone he meets with enthusiastic tail wags and a warm welcome. He absolutely loves fuss, cuddles, playing with his toys and being the centre of attention.Henry is an energetic lad who thoroughly enjoys his walks. He's a pleasure to walk on the lead, paying little attention to passing traffic and remaining calm and curious around livestock. Whether you're exploring the countryside or strolling through the neighbourhood, Henry will make a wonderful walking companion.Henry gets on well with other dogs and could happily live with a resident canine companion following careful introductions. He hasn't yet been cat tested, but this can be arranged if needed.Travelling is no problem for Henry either. He happily jumps into the Islay van and settles down without any fuss, making him an excellent companion for adventures.Although he hasn't met children since arriving at the rescue, we believe Henry would be best suited to a home with dog-savvy children aged 12 years and over who understand the importance of respecting his boundaries and giving him time to settle into his new surroundings.Because Henry was found as a stray, very little is known about his previous life. However, his behaviour strongly suggests he has lived in a family home before. While we can't guarantee he is house-trained, he has all the makings of a wonderful family companion.

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Milan is a 3-year-old crossbreed from Romania, weighing around 21kg. This medium-sized boy has been through a lot, but his gentle spirit and heart warming “smile” shine through.He can be a little sensitive and nervous when meeting new people or facing unfamiliar situations. However, once he learns to trust you, Milan becomes incredibly affectionate and loves spending time with his humans. He has a playful side too—he enjoys toys, games, and walks beautifully on a lead.Milan gets along well with other dogs and, with careful introductions, could happily live with a canine companion. He has met a cat before and showed little interest until it ran—then the chase instinct kicked in—so a cat-free home (or one with a very dog-savvy cat) would be best.It’s unlikely Milan has lived in a home before, so he may need support with toilet training and settling into domestic life. Due to his initial wariness, he would be best suited to a calm home with no children or older, dog-aware children.Despite everything he’s been through, Milan is a happy, loving soul. With patience, reassurance, and time to adjust, he will blossom into a loyal and devoted companion.He is fully vaccinated, microchipped, and treated for parasites and neutered.His adoption fee is £400, which helps rescue other dogs in need.Could you be the calm, patient, and loving home Milan is waiting for?

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Roo is a handsome 9-year-old crossbreed who came to Islay Dog Rescue from a kill shelter in Macedonia. Despite the hardships he has endured, Roo has remained the perfect gentleman, with a trusting, gentle, and loving nature.Roo enjoys his walks and is a pleasure to take out, walking beautifully on the lead and showing no reactivity towards other dogs, cars, or livestock. His calm and easy-going temperament makes him wonderful company wherever he goes.He loves his ham and chicken treats, always taking them politely, and his eagerness to please will make training a rewarding experience. Roo is a clever boy who responds well to positive reinforcement.Roo gets on well with other dogs and could happily live with a resident canine companion following careful introductions. Although he hasn't met children since arriving at Islay, we believe his gentle nature means he could live with respectful, dog-savvy children aged 12 and over.Roo has not yet been cat tested, but this can be arranged if required.As with many of our rescue dogs, we don't know whether Roo has ever lived in a home or is house-trained. His new family will need to be patient and committed to helping him learn his house manners using kind, positive training methods. Given his calm nature and love of treats, we're confident he'll enjoy learning alongside his new family.Although Roo is a senior boy, he still has plenty of life, love, and companionship to offer. He deserves a family who will see beyond his age and give him the happy retirement he's waited so long for. In return, we're certain Roo will reward them with endless loyalty, affection, and unconditional love.He is fully vaccinated, microchipped, treated for parasites and neutered. He has a APH certificate.