We try very hard to make sure our dogs and puppies have the best possible care, given that they are in a rescue environment. We hope to give them the best start to their new lives with you, their adopters, and our staff and volunteers commit a huge amount of time and resources to this. We expect adopters to match this commitment.
When you take on one of our dogs, you are taking on the responsibility for the rest of his or her lifetime. Please look ahead to the future with your dog.
Are you really sure that you are sufficiently committed to the time, effort, training and expense that your dog will need, not just immediately but for a lifetime? Are you going to be able to work through the challenges and issues that are part of dog ownership?
Rescue dogs are no different from other dogs: they all need to be continually trained and controlled, exercised and looked after, and loved and cherished.
The difference with rescue dogs is that humans have already let them down at least once. Please do not book or adopt one of our dogs unless you are completely prepared to work with them, come what may, and that you are COMPLETELY determined that YOU will not be the human who lets them down again.
OUR ANIMALS ARE NOT AN "IMPULSE BUY"!
It is absolutely essential that you view adoption as a LIFETIME commitment before you even consider offering a home to any DBARC animal, bearing always in mind that we do not sell animals but instead seek responsible adopters who will care for them for life.
If you offer a home to one of our animals, we then book the animal to you while a homecheck is arranged. Unfortunately, some people do this then change their minds.
Time-wasters cost too much. Let us explain:
We are very disappointed when people are Time-wasters in this way, nearly as disappointed as we are when people take on animals then return them after a short time without having the compassion and understanding to work with them, perhaps with training classes or with our advice and help. After all, any relationship, whether with animals or people, requires work and commitment! So please THINK very carefully before you book or adopt an animal. This is not a decision to be taken lightly, but it is essential that you have done all your thinking before you offer a home to an innocent little soul who has already faced rejection and trauma. There will be many more animals, so do not rush your choice or compromise the chances for an individual animal.
Our suggested minimum donation for one of our dogs is £120
Donations made by adopters are a vital contribution to our funds. They are not compulsory, as a good home is the first consideration for our animals. Our adopters almost invariably wish to make a donation at the time of adoption however, and the above suggestion represent approx. half the average cost to our charity of preparing each dog for rehoming, although many do cost the charity a lot more due to health and other problems. We try our best to give all animals in our care whatever help they need. Therefore larger donations are always much appreciated
If you are not comfortable with making a donation, please consider the effect this will have on the charity’s ability to help other animals in need in the future. Please also consider your ability to meet the considerable ongoing expenses that responsible animal care represents. These matters should be discussed with us before the adoption proceeds.
JESSIE & GLEN
BREED JACK RUSSELL & COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE Both 9 Years
SEX Female & Male (Both Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Please take a look at their Web Page to read more about these gorgeous dogs
Jessie and Glen have been together all their lives, and have been the lifelong companions of an elderly man.
Unfortunately he has now passed away and his family tried to re-home them but have been unsuccessful, so they came to DBARC to find a home
Jessie is definately the boss of the pair - but Glen seems to be quite happy with this!
They have recently been adopted but have come back after a week as Jessie has been naughty with another dog and also with a member of the family.
They will need time to adjust to their new home, and their new owner will need to understand this and be prepared to be patient and supportive towards them whilst they settle in - it is a very stressful time for any animal, but older animals find it very scary trying to settle into a new home
Jessie does not like cats, so a home without feline companions will be necessary!
DINGO
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE ? 2 Years
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Dingo is a very handsome boy who was originally found as a stray but never claimed. It is hard to see why, because he is a happy, extrovert dog who loves everyone, canine and human alike!
He is an active dog who loves his walks and games, so will need an interesting and active lifestyle. He would be ideally suited to anyone seeking a canine companion who they could also enjoy dog sports with, such as Agility or Flyball, or Search & Rescue work.
He has no long term history, so we would not wish to rehome him with children under 10 years.
Dingo is good on the lead, and comes when called if running free, especially if there is a tasty reward on offer! He travels well in the car.
Dingo will need company most of the time, as would any active dog of his age and type.
BERT
BREED MEDIUM CROSSBREED
DETAILS
AGE ? 2 1/2 Years
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Tan & White
Bert has come to us because his owner can no longer cope with his lively nature
He was adopted from DBARC 4 months ago, but unfortunately his owners have not taken him to training classes and he has become quite a bumptious young man!
When he was with us before he was pretty well behaved, sociable with other dogs with good manners towards people
He has been allowed to get away with bad behaviour and now jumps up at people for attention - which is not acceptable as he is quite a strong, stocky dog!
So - what Bert really needs is somebody who is prepared to put some work into his training - somebody who is prepared to teach him that bad behaviour is not acceptable, and not give up on him
He will need more socialising with other dogs as he can be very bossy with some dogs - especially smaller ones
Poor Bert has been let down once already, so please make sure you have the time and committment to work with him before offering him a home - please don't let this lovely boy down again
BRACKEN
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE ? 5 Years
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Bracken has been a family pet since he was a puppy, but unfortunately he has had to seek a new home as his former owners are now living in unsuitable accomodation for a dog.
Fortunately, Bracken is a very amicable and happy dog, so he does not seem unduly upset by the parting. Perhaps he has also been missing out on the fun and attention that a young dog should be able to enjoy.
Bracken is friendly with everyone he meets, but has not lived with children, so we would not wish to place him with youngsters under 10 years because he is a young and active dog who might be a bit too bouncy for little ones.
Bracken is good with other dogs, but has not lived with cats.
Bracken is a very attractive dog, with unusual markings, making him very eye-catching, and he does love to be admired and praised, bless him!
Although he walks well on the lead, and comes when called, he is a bright and active type who will need the mental stimulation of further training, so dog school is a must, as it should be for all young dogs.
Bracken will need an interesting and active lifestyle, and would enjoy a dog activity such as Agility or Flyball. He will need company most of the time.
ROVER
BREED SPROLLIE TYPE PUP
DETAILS
AGE ? 4-5 Months
SEX Male
DESCRIPTION Red & White
Rover was found straying in a very remote area where he simply could not have ended up under his own devices, so had clearly been abandoned there by some heartless person.
After being formally treated as a stray but remaining unclaimed, he has come to DBARC to find the loving home he deserves.
Rover is very handsome, and his lovely nature matches his good looks! He is a loveable and loving dog with both people and other dogs, and will make a rewarding companion as long as he is given an active and interesting lifestyle.
Rover will certainly need to attend dog training classes with his new owner, but he is a very bright boy so is likely to be top of the class!
He has already been let down badly by humans once in his short life, so please only consider taking him into your life if you are completely sure it will be for the rest of his life, bless him!
Please pay attention to the criteria listed below BEFORE considering coming to see any of our puppies
Please remember that pups are fun but also LOTS of work. They are a lifetime commitment, and will also be a lifetime of joy IF you raise them and train them right. So do not even consider having one in your life unless you are prepared to be completely responsible for their upbringing and also are the sort of adopter who will see any glitches as challenges rather than problems.
These little lives will literally be in YOUR hands, and it will be your responsibility to bring them along to be happy and well adjusted dogs.
You will also need to:
TEDDY
BREED TERRIER CROSS
DETAILS
AGE ? 3-4 Yrs
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION White & Tan
Teddy was re-homed 4 months ago, after initially being found as a stray
His adopter has now decided they no longer wish to keep him - due to behaviour which we feel is to be expected in a terrier!
He is good with other dogs and people, but his adopter has found that he will play with the other dogs for a while - but then disappear into the woods and not return for a while! We have suggested not letting him off the lead until he has been taught a recall - but unfortunately the people don't feel they can commit to train him
He has also started snapping whilst on the sofa - and with this we have suggested NOT allowing him up there in the first place, and using a long line to remove him if he refuses to get off if told - but again the people don't feel they can do this.
Poor Teddy needs somebody who maybe has terrier experience, who can show him that he is not pack leader which he obviously believed he was in his previous home.
Please only offer him a home if you are prepared to put some work into his upbringing - training classes will be a must, something if his previous adopter had done he probably wouldn't be here now.
Teddy has already been let down once - please don't let this happen again
ROO
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE 18 Months (born 24/2/08)
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Roo has gone to a foster home so IS NOT AT THE CENTRE
Roo will need a very experienced collie owner, as he does show very strong collie behaviour - he is definately not for the 1st time dog owner!
He is really looking for a home where somebody is going to keep his very active brain occupied, so an obedience, agility, flyball or search and rescue home would be great for him
Roo has been a family pet since a puppy, but unfortunately, the committments of the family have changed, making it impossible to care for him, so they have had to make the hard decision to give him up.
Roo is a very friendly, happy dog. He walks reasonably well on the lead, although would benefit from some further training, but he is extremely good when running free, and always comes when called.
He is good in the house, and travels well in the car, although is used to travelling in the passenger foot well! He would soon adjust to a safer restrained location as he enjoys being in the car.
Roo is used to living with children over the age of 10 years, but is friendly with all ages. He has not lived with cats or other dogs, but is sociable when he meets other dogs on walks.
Roo is an active, clever dog who would love a home where he will get lots of walks and fun, and some training to learn new stuff such as Agility or Flyball. He will need company most of the time, as would any young dog.
JASON
BREED COLLIE X
DETAILS
AGE Aprox. 1 Year
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Jason has gone to a foster home so IS NOT AT THE CENTRE
Jason needs a very experienced collie owner who is prepared to make sure they are 'boss' with him and not take any nonsence from him!
Jason was adopted from us a couple of weeks ago - but has been returned because the family cannot cope with him - he is a very lively, active collie - so please bear this in mind if you wish to offer him a home. It is such a shame he has been returned, as he really hates the kennels - so we hope he finds another family very soon
Poor Jason was removed from a home where he was suffering abuse and violence, and where it wasn't only the dog that was being treated in this way.
He was taken in by a foster home while the necessary legal steps were taken, and although he was a very timid dog at first, he soon bonded very well with the fosterers. He remains wary of strange men, but comes round with gentle and kind handling.
To make sure he was ready to cope away from his original foster home, and to prepare him to come to DBARC for rehoming, he was then moved to a second foster home where he was immediately confident with the wife, but did take a few days to accept the husband, so he will need an understanding new owner.
Jason is brilliant with other dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes, and would do well as a second dog with a steady spayed female to give him confidence and an example to follow. He would not be suitable to live with children as they would worry him.
Jason will make a very loving and loyal dog once he has bonded with his own special person. He will need lots of walks and love, and company most of the time.
MERLIN
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE Aprox. 18 Months
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Merlin has gone to a foster home so IS NOT AT THE CENTRE
If you are interested in offering him a home, please telephone for more details
Merlin was adopted from DBARC in 4 months ago, and has bonded extremely well with the lady of the house, and had become a loyal and devoted companion
Unfortunately, this has not been the case with the her husband, and Merlin is fearful of him - so the hard decision has been taken to find him a new home
The main problem was that the husband worked long and late hours, so it was always the wife who did everything for Merlin, and Merlin just never bonded with him
Merlin is good with other dogs, and will ideally like a female doggie companion - preferably of similar size
He is fine with everybody he meets, including children - it is just the husband he seemed to have a big problem with
He is a timid boy, and would be ideally suited to somebody with previous knowledge of fearful dogs, who is prepared to work with him to overcome his insecurities
MACK
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE ? 1 Year
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Mack is an extremely handsome young dog, with a happy, friendly personality.
He was originally found as a stray, but despite every effort to trace an owner, nobody came forward to claim him, so he is now looking for a new home.
Mack is good with other dogs, and friendly with people of all ages, but because he has no history, we would not wish to place him with children under 10 years. Mack walks on the lead and comes when called.
He is an intelligent and active dog, so will need an outlet for his mental and physical evergy, as would any dog of his type and age. He would be ideally suited for training for a dog sport such as Agility or Flyball, or Search & Rescue work, and would make a great companion for anyone who enjoys the company of a bright dog.
Dog training classes would be an essential part of Mack's new life, as would an interesting and active lifestyle, and company most of the time.
FINN
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED LABRADOR TYPE
DETAILS
AGE ? 1 Year
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black
Finn is a lovely dog, extremely active and playful, but is inclined to jump up for attention, so he would not be ideal with smaller children and for that reason we would not wish to place him with youngsters under 12.
He would make a great prospect for anyone interested in training a keen and intelligent dog for a dog sport such as Agility or Flyball, or just to have a bright and energetic companion.
Finn LOVES other dogs, but does expect them to want to play with him all day, so if he is to live with a doggy companion, it will need to be a younger and fun-filled one! He has not lived with cats.
Finn is just a youngster, so of course will need company most of the time.
BRAN
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED COCKER SPANIEL
DETAILS
AGE ? 18 Months
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black
Little Bran became homeless due to a catstrophic change in his owner's circumstances, and not through any fault of his own.
He has spent the past two weeks in the care of a fosterer whilst waiting to come to DBARC, and she confirms his former owner's view that Bran is a very sweet little boy, friendly to everyone and to other dogs, good in the house, good in the car, good on walks - an all round good dog!
Having said that, Cocker Spaniels can be very determined little characters, and so we would not wish to place him as a first-time dog or to a home with children under 10. He is friendly to children but has not lived with them.
Bran loves his walks, and enjoys playing with a ball. He is an active and energetic youngster, so will need plenty of exercise and would benefit from attending training classes to keep his quick little brain in shape.
He will certainly need an interesting lifestyle and company most of the time.
MAJOR
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED BEAGLE CROSS PUPPY
DETAILS
AGE ? 4-5 Months
SEX Male
DESCRIPTION Tri Colour
Major is a really sweet youngster, who will be a medium-sized dog when adult.
He is a happy, bouncy young chap, just like a pup of his age ought to be, and he loves to play with other dogs, or with people, and is an extremely confident and outgoing pup.
He will certainly need to attend dog training classes with his new owner, and will need a fun and active life with plenty of exercise for both his body and mind!
Please pay attention to the criteria listed below BEFORE considering coming to see any of our puppies
Please remember that pups are fun but also LOTS of work. They are a lifetime commitment, and will also be a lifetime of joy IF you raise them and train them right. So do not even consider having one in your life unless you are prepared to be completely responsible for their upbringing and also are the sort of adopter who will see any glitches as challenges rather than problems.
These little lives will literally be in YOUR hands, and it will be your responsibility to bring them along to be happy and well adjusted dogs.
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MINTY
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED CROSSBREED PUPPY
DETAILS
AGE ? 4-5 Months
SEX Female
DESCRIPTION White & Tan
Minty is a sweet little crossbreed puppy who is likely to be a medium-sized dog when adult.
Although she is an active and happy little girl, she is exceptionally sweet and gentle for a puppy of her age, and is never pushy or overwhelming, so will make a wonderful addition to the right household.
She is very good with other dogs, but because she is quite placid, she would be unhappy with large or bouncy dogs as they would dominate her too much.
Minty, like any puppy of her age, will certainly need to be enrolled for dog training classes, and this will help her build a loving bond with her new owner.
Please pay attention to the criteria listed below BEFORE considering coming to see any of our puppies
Please remember that pups are fun but also LOTS of work. They are a lifetime commitment, and will also be a lifetime of joy IF you raise them and train them right. So do not even consider having one in your life unless you are prepared to be completely responsible for their upbringing and also are the sort of adopter who will see any glitches as challenges rather than problems.
These little lives will literally be in YOUR hands, and it will be your responsibility to bring them along to be happy and well adjusted dogs.
You will also need to:
LUCKY
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED COLLIE TYPE PUP
DETAILS
AGE ? 4-5 Months
SEX Male
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Lucky has not in fact had the luckiest starts in life!
They say one should never give a pet as a present, yet Lucky was given by someone as a present to his 82 year old mother!!
I guess his luck did change then, however, because his reluctant new owner was very sensible in realising that a young puppy of a high energy breed was not ideal for her, and found him a place in Rescue!
Lucky is a beautiful boy who is going to be a very handsome dog when adult. Collie types do not suit a quiet life, so please only consider offering him a home if you have a good understanding of the needs of a collie in terms of exercise, training and ongoing mental stimulation.
Please pay attention to the criteria listed below BEFORE considering coming to see any of our puppies
Please remember that pups are fun but also LOTS of work. They are a lifetime commitment, and will also be a lifetime of joy IF you raise them and train them right. So do not even consider having one in your life unless you are prepared to be completely responsible for their upbringing and also are the sort of adopter who will see any glitches as challenges rather than problems.
These little lives will literally be in YOUR hands, and it will be your responsibility to bring them along to be happy and well adjusted dogs.
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BENNY
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED SMALL SCRUFFY CROSSBREED
DETAILS
AGE ? 18 Months
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Tan
Benny is a typical, lively terrier boy - and is looking for a home with somebody who has experience of terrier types
He is a friendly boy who is good with other dogs - but does not like cats!
He is looking for a home without younger children - as he needs people who are going to be boss with him to make sure he doesn't get away with cheeky terrier ways, something children are not always able to achieve!
He is very active, so will need somebody home much of the day who is prepared to exercise him both physically and mentally. Training classes will be a must for him - as he is a very intelligent little dog who will love to use his active brain.
If you are looking for a quiet little lap dog - then don't pick Benny - as although he is very friendly and would love to sit on your lap, he needs a much more stimulating lifestyle
A lovely lively boy for some lucky active family!
GLEN
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE ? 10 Months
SEX Male (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Young Glen was found by a lady out walking in the countryside, who suddenly found she was also walking a handsome young collie boy!! Believing him to be a stray, Young Glen's new friend made strenuous efforts to find his owner during the following days, but nobody claimed him so he had clearly been abandoned in the middle of nowhere to take his chances.
Fortunately, this unkind act has not damaged Young Glen's good nature: he still loves everyone and wants to be their best friend!
He is a very happy dog, and just what a young collie boy should be - full of energy and joy. He loves other dogs too, and is just an all round sociable chap!
Young Glen has no history of living with children, and is quite a bouncy chap so would be too boisterous for children under 10 years.
He will need further training, as would any dog of his age, and will need an interesting and active lifestyle, and company most of the time.
KATHY
BOOKED SUBJECT TO HOME CHECK
BREED COLLIE TYPE
DETAILS
AGE ? 3-4 Years
SEX Female (Neutered)
DESCRIPTION Black & White
Kathy is a lovely girl, who was originally found as a stray, but having remained unclaimed, she has been living with a lovely couple who care for homeless animals in their own home, until she could come to DBARC to find a permanent, loving home of her own.
Her carers say she is an absolute diamond. Kind and gentle, loving and affectionate but never pushy or demanding, Kathy is brilliant with other dogs and with people, although as she has no history of living with children, we would not wish to place her with youngsters under 10 years.
Kathy is well mannered in the house, good on and off the lead, and travels well in the car.
She will make a wonderful companion, but she has not been left on her own whilst in foster care, so we would like her to have a home where there will be someone there for her most of the time.
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