St Francis Dogs Home

St Francis Dogs Home

About MeHi, I’m Boris, a typical Bulldog with a big personality! I love meeting people, getting lots of fuss, scoffing tasty treats, and chasing my tennis ball. I can be a bit strong-willed (it’s a Bulldog thing!), but underneath it all I’m a big softie with a sensitive side who just wants lots of love.I do have a skin condition that requires daily medication to keep it under control, and I’m really good about taking it as part of my routine.I’m looking for a new home through no fault of my own. My owner has taken in another dog who struggles with resource guarding, which means I can’t enjoy my favourite things like playing with toys, getting lots of cuddles, or even relaxing around food without causing conflict. I deserve a home where I can be myself, enjoy all the fuss I love, and live a happy, stress-free life.________________________________________Home CompatibilityChildren: older childrenDogs: although social with other dogs, I would ideally like my own spaceCats: no________________________________________Home Alone TimeComfortable being left: YesMaximum Known Duration: 3 hours________________________________________Training and BehaviourCar Travel: GoodRecall: Good recall – can get distracted by other dogsHousetrained: YesLead Walking: Can be strongReactivity Towards Dogs: will react if they bark towards him – will lunge at the end of the lead. Is fearful of large black dogsReactivity Towards People: none – can get excited and jump up________________________________________Exercise and LifestyleExercise Requirements: Low / ModerateDaily Exercise Needs: needs 2 walks a day – ideally for 20 mins + and mental stimuation to keep his brain busyFavourite Activities:•Chasing ball•Snuggles•Having fuss and invading personal space________________________________________Public PlacesComfortable in Public Places (e.g. cafés, pubs, shops, town centres): not much exposure too would prefer a rural walk. Can be worried by loud traffic and bark and lunge at motorbikes. He would prefer walks away from busy roads.________________________________________MedicalNeutered/Spayed: NoVaccinations: In progressFlea Treatment: Up to dateWorm Treatment: Up to dateCurrent Medication: Zenrelia (tablets) at nightKnown Medical Conditions: Has skin issues, would need to continue medication and hypoallergenic specific diet at home. Stress of a move is likely to worsen skin issue initally until settled.________________________________________Ideal HomeBoris would thrive in a home that have had bull dog type dogs before and understand their cheeky characters. He would love someone to give him the time and space to allow him to flourish and get his energy out in a constructive way. He is full of character and needs owners that are strong enough to handle the bull dog strength. He has a lot of love to give to someone willing to give him the time back.________________________________________

St Francis Dogs Home

About Me: My name is Buddy, and I would love to be your best… buddy! I am a big cuddle bug, who loves nothing more than sitting at your feet and gazing into your eyes. I have not had much exposure to the outside world, and it can be a bit overwhelming at times for me, so I need a little bit of patience and a helping hand while I build my confidence and discover all the wonderful things the world has to offer.________________________________________Home CompatibilityChildren: Age 10 years +Dogs: Only dog in the homeCats: No catsHome Alone TimeComfortable being left: No- has separation anxiety, so will need someone who is home during the day while it is being worked on________________________________________Training and BehaviourCar Travel: Travels wellRecall: No, will need trainingHousetrained: YesLead Walking: Strong on lead when excited, will need some general lead walking trainingReactivity towards Dogs: Buddy is friendly towards other dogs, but due to limited socialisation can get overly excitable, and will need help learning and practicing proper doggy skills and manners!Buddy will need a patient and understanding home that can give him the time and training he needs, so he can live his best life and catch up on some of the things he has missed out on.________________________________________Exercise and LifestyleExercise Requirements: Medium/HighDaily Exercise Needs: Plenty of daily exercise alongside ongoing training, enrichment, and mental stimulation.Favourite activities: Cuddling, playing, running around in secure fields, following his person aroundPublic PlacesComfortable in Public Places (e.g cafes, pubs, shops, town centres): Has not had much exposure to so will need to be gradually introduced and built up.________________________________________Medical: No known issues.Neutering: Neutered________________________________________Cuddly buddy wants nothing more than a loving home that can continue his training, and give him the life he deserves- could that be with you? If you are interested in this sweet boy, please get in touch via the rehoming form below.

St Francis Dogs Home

About Me:Life has not been kind to me, but despite everything, my heart is still full of love and I’m ready to find the home I’ve always dreamed of. I’m a big cuddly boy who adores his people, loves learning new things, and thrives when I can put my clever shepherd brain to work. I’m hoping to find a home with a secure large garden, where I can feel safe, avoid my triggers, and spend my days being a loyal best friend and devoted companion.My ideal home would be somewhere peaceful, with patient and understanding adopters who can continue my training, enjoy spending time with me, and give me the love and security I’ve missed for so much of my life. After spending 18 months of my life largely confined to a crate, and then months waiting patiently in kennels, all I really want is a place to belong.Everyone who meets me seems to fall in love with me. I’m a firm favourite amongst the staff and volunteers here, and they all tell me that my day will come. They see the loving, affectionate boy that I am and know just how much love I have to give. Every single one of them wants to see me finally get the happy ending I deserve.I’ve waited far longer than any dog should have to wait for a family of his own. Somewhere out there is the person who will look beyond my struggles, see the incredible dog I am, and give me the chance I’ve never had. In return, I’ll be your loyal shadow, your devoted friend, and your biggest supporter. I have a lifetime of love waiting to give—I just need someone willing to give me a chance.________________________________________Home CompatibilityChildren: Teenagers +Dogs: only dog in the homeCats: No catsHome Alone TimeComfortable being left: crate trained when left aloneMaximum known duration: 2 hours________________________________________Training and BehaviourCar Travel: Jumps in, gets very excited! Can be shepherd vocal on route to his destination, tends to be quiet on the way backRecall: Good recall – will need to be an on lead dog or long lineHousetrained: Fully housetrainedReactivity:Dogs: He is reactive towards other dogs and is currently undergoing training to help him build confidence and develop more positive responses. His adopters will need to be committed to continuing this training and management, and he would benefit from a home that can provide suitable space and avoid frequent close encounters with unfamiliar dogs.Traffic: He can also be reactive to traffic, particularly in busier environments. Ongoing training is helping him make progress, but he will be happiest in a quieter location with access to peaceful walking routes where he can continue to build confidence at his own pace.________________________________________Exercise and LifestyleExercise Requirements: Moderate/High – he thrives when his brain is exercised as much as his body.Daily exercise needs: Around 1-1.5hrs hours of combined physical and mental exercise per day – ideally opportunities to engage his active shepherd mind.Favourite activities: Training sessions, scent work, tracking games, enrichment activities, puzzle toys, learning new skills, and exploring quiet walking routes. He thrives when given a job to do and enjoys activities that allow him to use his intelligence and work closely with his person.Public PlacesCafés, pubs, shops, town centres: He is not comfortable in busy public environments and can find these settings completely overwhelming. He would much rather spend his time enjoying peaceful countryside walks, secure fields, training activities, and quieter locations where he can relax and feel safe.________________________________________Medical: Klaus was previously spending a lot of time in an adapted crate due to his previous owner’s medical condition and wasn’t walked for 18 months and has since spent a long time in kennels. Due to this, he has been having physio exercises to help rebuild his muscles. He absolutely loves these!Veterinary care: He finds veterinary visits very stressful and can be fearful when being examined. When he arrived in our care, his coat was severely matted and he required a full groom under general anaesthetic, which was understandably a traumatic experience for him. He also underwent treatment for a foreign body obstruction, which we believe may have been stress-related. Any future veterinary care should be approached with patience, understanding, and fear-free handling wherever possible.Grooming: Despite his difficult start, he thoroughly enjoys being groomed and is very cooperative with regular brushing and coat maintenance. Keeping on top of his grooming routine will help ensure his beautiful long coat remains comfortable and tangle-free________________________________________ Klaus is waiting patiently for his special someone to come along- could that be you?________________________________________

St Francis Dogs Home

About Me:Hello world! My name is Nala, I am a gorgeous husky mix looking for a home to call my own. I am a clever, sensitive and curious girl who loves the great outdoors and exploring new places. I love my training and am always eager to please my humans! Speaking of humans, my favourite hobby is spending time with the people I love, and I am the most loyal and sweetest companion one could ask for. I am not the biggest fan of other dogs, and will need ongoing training to manage this (which I have been told I’m doing very well with.)________________________________________Home CompatibilityChildren: No young children (14 years+ ONLY)Dogs: Dog-free (No other resident dogs)Cats/Small Animals: No cats or small animalsHome Alone TimeComfortable being left: No- has separation anxiety, will need someone who can support her with this________________________________________Training and BehaviourCar Travel: Travels wellRecall: Yes, in a secure field or long lineHousetrained: YesLead Walking: Walks well on lead, but can be strong when excited so will need a confident handlerReactivity towards Dogs: Mild reactivity. Needs ongoing training around other dogs, prefers to keep her distance from dogs(St Francis will provide full training support for this)________________________________________Exercise and LifestyleExercise Requirements: Moderate/HighDaily Exercise Needs: Needs min 2 walks a day. 1 ½ hours+ of activity/mental stimulation a day.Favourite activities: Sniffing games, exploring new places, agility, trainingPublic PlacesComfortable in Public Places (e.g cafes, pubs, shops, town centres): Can get overwhelmed, prefers calm, outdoor environments________________________________________Medical: No known issues.Nala is neutered, up to date with vaccinations, flea and worm treatment.________________________________________Nala is so full of love, loyalty, and affection to give, and is a firm favourite amongst the staff and volunteers here. She truly deserves a calm, loving home, where she can thrive and be cherished as part of the family. Could you be that special someone she’s been waiting for?

St Francis Dogs Home

About MeObie is a handsome, affectionate and sociable young lad with lots of enthusiasm for life. Like many adolescent large breeds, he’s full of energy and loves being active. He’s a clever boy who enjoys learning and thrives when given training, structure and plenty of positive interaction. ObIe is looking for an experienced home that understands large, powerful dogs and is committed to continuing his training.________________________________________Home CompatibilityChildren: Adult-only home preferred, or a home with sensible older teenagers due to his sizeDogs: only dog. Although he has doggy skills, would prefer to be the only dog in the home, as he enjoys having his family’s attention all to himself.Cats: No cats.________________________________________Home Alone TimeComfortable being left: YesMaximum Known Duration: Up to 4 hours.Additional Information: Obie settles well when left but does not like being shut in a room or confined in a crate.________________________________________Training and BehaviourCar Travel: Travels well in the car, provided he is not crated.Recall: Basic recall in place but requires further training and consistency.Housetrained: Yes.Lead Walking: Very strong on the lead and will require ongoing lead training with a confident, capable handler.Reactivity Towards Dogs: Can become over-excited when seeing other dogs on walks but settles well with calm, appropriate introductions.Reactivity Towards People: Excitable when meeting new people but quickly calms down.Basic Training: Knows some basic commands, enjoys training sessions and is very eager to learn.________________________________________Exercise and LifestyleExercise Requirements: High.Daily Exercise Needs: Requires plenty of daily physical exercise combined with mental stimulation and ongoing training.Favourite Activities:•Training sessions•Learning new skills•Walks and outdoor adventures•Spending time with his people________________________________________Public PlacesComfortable in Public Places (e.g. cafés, pubs, shops, town centres): Can become excited around new people and dogs, so would benefit from continued training and confidence-building in busy environments.________________________________________Personality•Friendly and sociable•Happy and affectionate•Intelligent and eager to learn•Energetic and playful•Confident•Can be boisterous due to his age________________________________________Medical•Neutered•Vaccinations up to date•Flea treatment up to date•Worm treatment up to date________________________________________Ideal HomeObie is looking for an experienced home with confident handlers who are familiar with large, energetic breeds. His new family should be committed to continuing his training, providing plenty of exercise and mental enrichment, and helping him develop into the wonderful adult dog he has the potential to be. He would be happiest as the only pet in the home, where he can enjoy all the love and attention for himself.

St Francis Dogs Home

Hi, I’m a beautiful Pocket Bully girl with a heart as big as my smile. I have the classic bully breed personality—loyal, affectionate, and always happiest when I’m close to my people.I’m sweet-natured, full of character, and love making everyone laugh with my funny little quirks. Whether it’s cuddling on the sofa, playing in the garden, or greeting everyone with a wagging tail, I bring joy wherever I go.I have a gentle temperament, a loving nature, and a confident personality that makes me a wonderful companion. I adore attention, thrive on human interaction, and get along well with people when given the chance to show my friendly side.I’m the perfect mix of strength and softness—a true bully breed with a loving heart. If you’re an experienced dog owner looking for a loyal best friend with endless affection and a personality that shines, I’m your girl.________________________________________Home CompatibilityChildren: Older 10 years +Dogs: I could possibly live with a well rounded, older dog that understand the bulldog bargy nature. Although, I may prefer to be the only dog in home to soak up all the attentionCats: No – high prey driveOther Pets: Not good with livestock – high prey drive________________________________________Home Alone TimeMaximum Known Duration: 3 hours maximumAdditional Information: I can settle well here in kennels but I prefer the company of my people so wouldn’t want to be left longer than 3 hours. We would recommend building this time up and introducing a crate at home________________________________________Training and BehaviourCar Travel: goodRecall: Good – not reliable would need training on this and be an on lead dog at the momentHousetrained: yesLead Walking: can pull on lead – would need further trainingReactivity Towards Dogs: interested and happy to play, have good impulse control and frustration skills around other dogsReactivity Towards People: Can be wary of large males in hats and bark________________________________________Exercise and LifestyleExercise Requirements: Low / ModerateDaily Exercise Needs: Needs min 20 min 2 x a day walks. Would need plenty of mental stimulation, training and brain games at homeFavourite Activities:•Sniffing•Playing•Cuddling________________________________________Public PlacesComfortable in Public Places (e.g. cafés, pubs, shops, town centres): Unknown – has unknown history in busy places, would recommend slow introductions to not overwhelm her________________________________________MedicalNeutered/Spayed: NoVaccinations: In progressFlea Treatment: In progressWorm Treatment: In progressKnown Medical Conditions: came to us with an ear infection that required a course of steroidsAdditional Veterinary Information: needs grain free diet, has sensitive skin. Isnt keen on vet handling, would need to be treated gently and introduced to an understanding vet slowly that is not going to push her or use force ________________________________________Ideal HomeShe is looking for a patient, loving home where she can continue building her confidence. Having come into rescue as a stray, very little is known about her background, so she is still learning about the world around her. She would benefit from owners with bull breed experience who understand the breed’s loyal, people-focused nature. She enjoys plenty of company and will need gentle, understanding handling including during veterinary visits.________________________________________

St Francis Dogs Home

ABOUT ME: Hi, my name is Sylvie. I am a gentle but nervous soul, who needs time to feel safe. I can find meeting new people and unfamiliar situations a little overwhelming, so I need someone who will be patient with me and let me learn to trust at my own pace. Once I know I’m safe with you, my true personality starts to shine. I enjoy cuddles, being close to my favourite person, and I’ll happily follow you around just to keep you company. If you’re willing to give me the time I need, I promise I’ll repay you with lots of love and loyalty________________________________________HOME COMPATIBILITYCHILDREN: Age 14+DOGS: No other dogsCATS: No catsCOMFORTABLE BEING LEFT: Not initially, will need time to settle firstMAXIMUM KNOWN DURATION: 2-3 hours________________________________________TRAINING AND BEHAVIOURCAR TRAVEL: Travels well, though can be a bit nervousRECALL: No, will need trainingHOUSETRAINED: Yes, may have the odd accident if signals are missedLEAD WALKING: Pulls on the lead when nervous or scaredREACTIVITY TOWARDS DOGS: Okay with gentle introduction, and with calm and social dogs________________________________________EXERCISE AND LIFESTYLEEXERCISE REQUIREMENTS: ModerateDAILY EXERCISE NEEDS: Minimum 2 walks a day, 50+ minutes of activity/mental stimulation per dayFAVOURITE ACTIVITIES: Cuddling with her favourite people, playing tug, would benefit from confidence building activities and basic trainingCOMFORTABLE IN PUBLIC PLACES (e.g cafes, pubs, shops, town centres): Has not had much exposure to, prefers more quiet and less busy environments. Wary of sudden loud noises.________________________________________MEDICAL: No known issues.NEUTERING: UnneuteredVETERINARY CARE: Can be a bit nervous at Vets, does not like her nails being cut________________________________________Little Sylvie is looking for a quiet, special home, that understands sometimes the best friendships take time. She will need time and kindness to help her build confidence and blossom into the happy and loving girl she’s meant to be. If you think that could be you, please get in touch via the rehoming form below.