About Wallace Kennels

Wallace Kennels is a small, family-run dog rescue that has operated for over 45 years, originally founded as a boarding kennels and cattery by Vera Robinson MBE. Now run by her son Mark and daughter-in-law Dee, the kennels serve as the stray dog pound for Brentwood and Chelmsford while also rehabilitating and rehoming unwanted and abandoned dogs. With space for up to 60 dogs, the team focuses on providing individual care and finding each dog a suitable forever home, operating largely under a non-destruct policy. As a non-profit organisation, Wallace Kennels relies entirely on public donations and community support to continue its vital work.

Contact Information

LocationBrentwood, Essex

Dogs Available from Wallace Kennels

8 dogs available
Banksy, a 2 years old male Crossbreed available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Banksy

Essex
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedCrossbreed

Lurcher - neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and currently weighing in at 23.6kg. He is 16-18 months old.If you love a sighthound and are looking for a new BFF then you will not go far wrong with giving this gorgeous cuddle buddy a home. He is extremely people friendly and greets all of the other dogs with a constant wagging tail but gets really excited when he comes across another sighthound.When travelling in a van he will sing to you but is less vocal if he can see you and where he is going.He is excited to go out for his walks and does walk well without too much pulling. In the enclosed area he loves to do his zoomies and will throw a toy around.We have no idea if he is cat friendly and are unable to test.Any children in the home need to be 5+.We do require a secure a garden with adequate height fencing.We would ideally like to see Banksy go to a home with another sighthound for play and companionship if possible.He does need someone who is not out of the home for more than a few hours.

Bentley, a 4 years old male French Bulldog available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Bentley

Essex
SexMale
Age4 years
BreedFrench Bulldog

French Bulldog, 4 years old, neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and he was a proper little shit so needs an owner used to this type of dog.Write up UPDATED:This boy has come along so much from the badly behaved dog that arrived with us back in September 2025. Don't get me wrong he can still be a little shit but he seems to be our little shit now and has accepted the staff and most of the volunteers as his people.Bentley is seeking a very experienced handler who will not take any of his nonsense. He has failed in several homes mainly because the advice given wasn't followed. 12 hours in a new home is not what this boy needs, it will take weeks for him to adjust and bond with his new person but once he does he has so much genuine love and affection to give - we see it here daily from him.He goes out on a daily basis with all the different dog walkers - that was an impossible job at the beginning. He now wants fuss and affection and lets you in to his "space". Don't get me wrong he does still have the odd day where he reverts back to demon dog but then he remembers that being good = rewards and good things.Bentley is definitely not for a novice dog owner but if you have had previous experience with dogs that like to get their own way and occasional temper tantrums and are up for a challenge then Bentley may be the dog for you.Personally I would say he would be better off as the only pet in the home as you don't want his bad habits rubbing off and also he could not be homed with another male dog as he is a bit hit and miss with them - seems to prefer the pretty girls He will need a home where he is going to get the love and attention he needs (in time) as well as the right amount of exercise, training and stimulation.He has obviously previously been shut away for hours in a small space which has caused his guarding of his space so maybe not go to a home where he will be left for long periods of time and no crates.Definitely no children under 16 years old, older or none preferred.Cats and other small furries are unknown and untested.A secure garden with adequate height fencing is a must.When Bentley first came in to us:-Bentley has guarding issues with his "space" be it a crate, a kennel, his room basically anywhere that he is shut in or where he feels enclosed. Approaching that space he behaves like a rabid beast on crack but open the door, let him out and you are able to carry on the day as if nothing has happened so for a dog that has found himself stuck in the kennel system it is very hard.There is a very nice dog inside the little monster that we see most mornings. He goes out quite happily with the dog walkers without issue. He loves his toys especially stuffed ones that he can rip apart, the quicker the better. He loves his food and treats and takes them nicely.If you feel you are up for a challenge then this is the ideal dog for you. He will need a home where he is going to get the love and attention he needs as well as the right amount of exercise and stimulation. He has obviously previously been shut away for hours in a small space which has caused this hatred so maybe not go to a home where he will be left for long periods of time.

Hudson, a 2 years old male German Shepherd available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Hudson

Essex
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedGerman Shepherd

2 year old Dutch Herder (GSD type of dog) very strong boy - neutered, fully vaccinated, microchipped and up to date with fleaing and worming.HUDSON has been with us since November 2025 and May bank holiday Monday was the first time he had any visitors but sadly he was not the right dog for them so we continue in hope that this really lovely boy will find his forever home soon.He is a really nice lad, super people friendly and with the right people will be fantastic addition to the home.He is fully house trained. He does know and understand some commands and is quite a clever boy.Hudson is very strong but many of our female volunteers are able to take him out without issue as he does stop pulling after a few minutes in to his walk.We have no background information on him so not sure why he never got claimed.Although strong he does walk nicely on the lead and he travels well.Hudson will need to go to a home as the only dog for now and work on a friend for him at a later date as he is very hit and miss with and around other dogs.Cats and small furries are unknown and untested but this is very likely to be a no.Any children in the home need to be 6+ and used to being around bigger dogs.A secure garden with minimum of 6ft fencing is required.

Karl, a 2 years old male Lurcher available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Karl

Essex
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedLurcher

Lurcher - 14/16 months old, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Has been de-flea'd and wormed. 22kg.Super friendly boy and very loving and affectionate. He is great with all people he meets and likes to snuggle in to them. He will make a great companion for another sighthound that is looking for a zoomie partner.He walks nicely on the lead and travels well. Was no problem at the vets either.Karl will be fine in a home with children 5+ but will probably steal any toys on the floor as he does love to play.Cats and other small furries are unknown and we cannot cat test.We are ideally seeking a home for Karl that ideally has another sighthound needing a friend but he is super friendly with all the dogs he has met so far.Would prefer for him not to be left all day every day.A secure garden with adequate height fencing is a must.

Mahlia, a 2 years old female Belgian Shepherd available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Mahlia

Essex
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedBelgian Shepherd

Belgium Shepherd, approx 18 months old, spayed, vaccinated and microchipped also flea'd and wormed.Really lovely girl who is eager to please. Loves cuddles and very friendly and playful.Has her likes and dislikes with other dogs so as always careful intros would be required around dogs. Cats and other small furries are unknown and untested.Any children would need to be 6+ and dog savvy.Mahlia travels well and walks quite nicely. She is young and excitable but does calm down.She has shown no signs of being destructive and is clean in her kennel.We would love to find Mahalia a home where she is not going to be crated or left for many hours by herself as she loves her human companionship.A secure garden with adequate height fencing is a must.

Sassy, a 2 years old female Labrador available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Sassy

Essex
SexFemale
Age2 years
BreedLabrador

1 1/2 years old, registered as a Labrador x Spaniel mix, spayed, fully vaccinated, microchipped and up to date with flea and worming treatments.When Sassy first arrived at kennels she was muzzled, scared and an absolute fruit loop having been rescued from a pretty bad situation. The muzzle has not been back on her since she has been with us. It took weeks to get her to the point where she could go up for homing - she needs people/a family that can give her the love and attention that she craves, kennels is not the best place for her to be. Sassy needs an experienced owner who is prepared to put the time and effort in with her and she will reward you with the love that she shows to us.Sassy bounces around like a kangaroo. She loves a game of fetch and will bring the ball or toy back to you to throw again. She does know some commands and when she chooses to will obey.She may need a bit of a house training refresher but will pick this up really quickly as she is a clever girl.Travels well and when calms down will walk nicely.She has not had much outdoor socialisation so does need to be the ONLY pet in the home.Outside of the home Sassy will chase and lunge at vehicles. She will also go in to protect mode if approached by strangers.** If Sassy was rehomed to a property with a large enough outside space for her then she may not need to be taken outside of the property where she encounters lots of problems and it is outside of the property that would need working on.Any children need to be 6+We would ideally like to see Sassy go to a home where she is not going to be left all day.A secure garden with adequate height fencing is a must.

Theodore, a 2 years old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier x Rottweiler available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Theodore

Essex
SexMale
Age2 years
BreedStaffordshire Bull Terrier x Rottweiler

Staffie x Rottweiler - 18 months old, neutered and microchippedTheodore knows and understands some commands and if you are his person he will pretty much do anything for you. He does have a loving and affectionate side but you do need to be his person for this to shine as he can be wary of strangers.In the right home and with training and understanding he is going to make an excellent addition to the household.Theodore is going to need an experienced handler who is willing to give him the time and patience he needs.He travels well and will walk nicely on the lead.No young children.Cats and other small furries are unknown and untested.A secure garden with minimum of 6ft fencing is a must.

Umbra, a 1 year old male Border Collie available for adoption from Wallace Kennels in Essex

Wallace Kennels

Umbra

Essex
SexMale
Age1 year
BreedBorder Collie

Border Collie - he will be 1 years old end of September, fully vaccinated and microchipped - will go to his new home on a neutering agreement. Up to date with flea and worming and will be homed with 4 weeks free Petplan insurance.Umbra has lived with children so can go to his new home with children from age of 5 years upwards and has also lived with a pair of kittens.He knows and understands a few commands, is fully house trained and travels well.Umbra is going to need a home that understands the breed and one that give him the life and exercise a Collie needsWe are ideally seeking a home where Umbra is not going to be left for long periods of time.A secure garden with adequate height fencing is a must.