Pendle Dogs

Pendle Dogs

Hello… I’m Boris. ️Everyone says I look like an XL Bully.To be honest, I don’t know what that means. I only know I’m me.I love cuddles. I love leaning into people. I love a soft bed, a kind voice and a gentle fuss.But apparently, none of that was what decided whether I got to live.A tape measure did.When I was measured by the police, I came in just under the legal height, and we have confirmation that I’m exempt.Just under.Less than half an inch.Think about that for a moment.If I’d been half an inch taller, I wouldn’t be writing this.I’d still be the same Boris. I’d still have the same gentle nature. I’d still have the same squishy face that loves kisses. I’d still want nothing more than to curl up beside someone who loves me.The only difference would have been what a tape measure showed would of said i must die That is how close some dogs come to living or dying in this country.We know many people will look at me and say, “That’s an XL Bully.”But before you see my shape, my height or the label attached to me, please see MEA gentle, affectionate boy who simply wants a chance.Because of my unknown history, I can’t live with children or cats, and I need a foster home where someone is around most of the time while I settle in. I may be able to live with a spayed female dog but she’s need to come to the kennels to meet me.If you can offer me that, I promise I’ll repay you with all the love my big heart has to give.Pendle Dogs would like to add just one thing. Whatever your views on the XL Bully legislation, Boris’s story is a heartbreaking reminder that, for some dogs, the difference between life and death can come down to a tape measure measuring just a fraction of an inch. Boris is one of the lucky ones. Many others haven’t been and that thought makes our heart hurt Do you have a Boris shaped hole in your life?Please head over to the home page, read all the information about how we work and the area we cover prior to filling in our application form in.

Pendle Dogs

DANIEL IS SAFE… BUT HE’S STILL WAITINGDaniel is one of the lucky ones. He’s out of kennels and being cared for in a wonderful foster home.But what he really wants is a family to call his own.Daniel is a 4-year-old Bull Lurcher with the biggest heart. He’s affectionate, gentle and loves nothing more than being with his people. Everyone who meets him falls for his sweet nature.Like many ex-working dogs, Daniel has a strong prey drive. Squirrels, rabbits and cats are simply too tempting, so he’ll always need to stay on lead unless he’s in a safely enclosed area. It’s part of his breeding, and we’re looking for a home that understands and accepts him for who he is.Around other dogs, Daniel can be a little uncertain at first. He hasn’t had the easiest experiences, and sometimes that uncertainty comes out as frustration rather than confidence. Give him a little time and reassurance, though, and he realises everything is okay. We believe he could live with the right calm female dog after careful introductions, but he’d also be perfectly happy as the only dog, soaking up all the love and attention.We’re not looking for a perfect dog because Daniel doesn’t need to be one. We’re looking for the perfect people—people who understand that every dog has their quirks, and that his are more than outweighed by the love and loyalty he has to give.He’s been waiting for months now, and we simply can’t understand why. Every day that passes is another day this lovely boy goes without a family of his own.Somewhere, Daniel’s forever home is out there. We just need to find the people willing to look beyond the words “ex-working dog” and see the beautiful, gentle soul standing in front of them.Could that be you?To offer our Daniel a space in your heart and home, please fully read all the information on our home page prior to filling in our application form

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MEET SONICSometimes, a dog arrives in our care with more questions than answers.This handsome young pup is one of those dogs. Sonic is another bull lurcher type ( one of our favourite breed mixes) and he’s only 10 months old.He came into the stray dog system in the strangest of circumstances. Someone walked into a local veterinary practice, placed all of his paperwork on the reception desk, dropped his lead… and walked away.He didn’t arrive with nothing. In fact, he’s probably the first stray we’ve ever had to come with a full history of paperwork, including his vaccination records. What we don’t have are the answers to the biggest question of all… why?From what we’ve managed to piece together, life hasn’t always been kind to him. Yet despite everything, he remains one of the sweetest, gentlest boys you could hope to meet.He walks beautifully on the lead, keeps his kennel clean and has quickly stolen the hearts of everyone who’s met him. He’s affectionate, calm and simply a pleasure to spend time with.Around other dogs, we’ve seen no concerning reactions so far, although we’d carry out further assessments before considering him for a home with another dog.As he’s a working-type dog, he cannot live with cats or other small furry animals. That’s simply part of responsible rehoming, and we won’t compromise on that.We don’t know how he would cope left for long periods, so we’re looking for a home where someone is around for most of the day while he settles and learns that he’s finally safe.This lovely lad deserves so much more than whatever life has thrown at him so far. He deserves stability. Kindness. Patience. And, most of all, someone who will never walk away from him again.If you think you could offer this beautiful boy the fresh start he so deserves, we’d love to hear from you.Please visit our home page to read all of our adoption information before completing a home check form