With Christmas just around the corner, Dogs Trust is seeing its biggest influx of dogs that are in search of their forever homes.

Although fostering is a great way to see if that adorable pup is for you, nothing beats the companionship and love of a dog that you know can call your own.

However as the saying goes, ‘a dog is forever not just for Christmas’, so think wisely about your decision to make the choice.

Here are five of the gorgeous dogs in need of a forever home at the Dogs Trust in Newbury.

Terry

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Male Terrier (Jack Russell)

Age: 7

Terry is very energetic and full of character. He loves to be on the go and enjoys exploring whilst out on his walks. He can have doggy friends but can be a bit fussy when choosing who can be his friend.

Once he knows you and trusts you, Terry will come out of his shell and make a very loving companion! Providing that time left on his own was built up slowly once he had had time to settle in, he could be left for up to four hours.

Terry is looking for an adult-only home that has limited visitors to the household as he can be worried by new people and when too much is going on. Ideally, Terry would like to live in a single-person household, as he doesn’t like to share his favourite person.

Eddie

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Male Terrier (Jack Russell) Cross

Age: 1-2 years old

Eddie is looking for a quiet and understanding home with adopters who are willing to help Eddie build on his confidence as he missed out on a lot of key experiences as a puppy.

Eddie would thrive being an only pet, as he can be worried by other dogs when out and about. He is looking for an adult-only home away from busy roads with adopters who are around all of the time to help Eddie settle in.

He is a very sweet but sensitive soul who has lots of love to give! He enjoys exploring known areas and eating yummy treats with his favourite handlers. With love and patience, Eddie will make the best companion!

Denzil

Male Retriever (Labrador)

Age: 1-2 years

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Denzil is a sensitive soul who can find everything a little overwhelming at times but once he has built relationships, he is a very sweet and playful pup! He enjoys playing with his toys, going on sniffy adventures and having cuddles with his known handlers.

Denzil is looking for understanding adopters who can take the time to help his confidence grow and continue socialising with him with new experiences.

Sulivan

Male Shih Tzu

Age: 5 – 7 year old

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Sullivan, AKA Sully, is a 6-year-old Shih Tzu who came into care after being found as a stray. He is a very sweet, but sensitive boy who is looking for a patient home where he can build relationships at his own pace. He loves to play with toys and is a very gentle boy when it comes to taking treats!

He is looking for a quiet, adult-only home for Sully where he can take the time to build up some more confidence.

Colada

Female Crossbreed

Age: 5 – 7 years old

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Colada is a sweetheart of a dog who is looking for very understanding adopters who are willing to take her on a foster to adopt. Ideally, Colada’s adopters would have previous experience in rescue dogs. 

Colada has not had the best start to life, she came to us around 8 months ago and was very shut down, she has made good progress, but it has been slow. She ideally needs someone with rescue experience, she is very very worried and needs a patient owner who will let her settle in her own time.