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Walter
I'm looking for my forever home. Could you be my perfect match?
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Ref ID
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Living off site
Yes
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Are you right for Walter?
Walter is a lovely 4-year-old Dachshund who's looking for a home to call his own. He's a really sweet little man who loves nothing more than curling up on the sofa for a cuddle with his favourite people. He can be a little unsure when meeting someone new, especially men. He can be very vocal when he sees men he doesn't know, we aren't sure if he has had a bad experience in the past, so he appreciates being given the chance to take things at his own pace. For this reason he would be looking for a home with older secondary school children. Once he knows you, he's incredibly affectionate and will happily follow you around looking for fuss. He would make the perfect lap dog as he is so affectionate. Walter enjoys getting out for short walks, where he loves having a sniff and saying hello to his doggy friends. He's happy around other dogs when he's out and about, but at home he'd much rather be your one and only. Like many Dachshunds, he enjoys being the centre of attention and would be happiest in a home where he doesn't have to share it. Being a typical sausage dog Walter can be vocal, mainly when he hears the door knock or when visitors come over.
Is Walter right for you?
Walter is a little chunky so is on a strict diet while in foster, this would need to be carried on when he’s in his new home. Walter does unfortunately get car sick when travelling, so his home can't be too far away from the centre because he would struggle. Walter has so much love to give and is looking for someone who'll give him the chance he deserves. If you're after a loyal little companion who'll happily keep you company on the sofa and make you smile every day, Walter could be the perfect match.
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How our rehoming process works
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Create an account and fill out our application form
In our form you can tell us all about your home, your lifestyle and the kind of dogs you’re interested in. You won’t be applying for a specific dog, but you can add favourites to give us an idea of the dogs you like. We’ll use this information to find a great match for you.
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Choose a rehoming centre
We’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found...
Show detailsWe’ll also ask you to select a rehoming centre. The team at this centre will look after your application and assess you against all suitable dogs in their care. This doesn’t have to be your nearest centre, but you will need to travel there within a few days once we’ve found you a match.
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We’ll review your application
We’ll review your application against the dogs in our care at your chosen centre. If we think we have the right dog for you, we’ll be in touch as soon as possible. If we don’t hear back from you, we will close your application for now, and you can reapply when you’re ready.
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We’ll keep your application open for three months and keep looking for a match
If we don’t have a dog for you right now, we’ll keep your application open for three months and keep you in mind for any new dogs that arrive. If within this time you see another dog you are interested in, you won't need to apply again but you can amend your application by...
Show detailsIf we don’t have a dog for you right now, we’ll keep your application open for three months and keep you in mind for any new dogs that arrive. If within this time you see another dog you are interested in, you won't need to apply again but you can amend your application by calling us on 0303 003 0000 or visiting your local rehoming centre.
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When we find a match, we’ll invite you to meet them
If we’ve found a dog who seems right for you, we’ll invite you to come and meet them at the rehoming centre.
Some of the dogs in our care will need to meet potential owners several times to get to know one another. This lets us see you’re compatible and gives you...
Show detailsIf we’ve found a dog who seems right for you, we’ll invite you to come and meet them at the rehoming centre.
Some of the dogs in our care will need to meet potential owners several times to get to know one another. This lets us see you’re compatible and gives you the chance to build a bond before making a commitment to give them a new home. By taking some time at the beginning to make sure everyone’s comfortable, an adoption is more likely to be successful.
We may also arrange a home visit with you, to see how your house will be set up and check that the garden (if you have one) is secure. This may not be necessary, though, especially if you’ve adopted from us before. Where you already have dogs, we may accept a reference from your vet as an alternative.
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If we haven’t found the right match, we’ll continue the search together
If we haven’t found the right dog for you within three months, we’ll let you know your application is closed. We’ll invite you to apply again so we have up-to-date information about you, and we’ll keep looking.
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We’ll support you to embark on a new life with your dog
When we’ve matched you with a dog, we’ll help you welcome them to your home. After adoption we’ll keep in touch to see how you and the dog are doing. If you need any advice or support, we’re just a phone call away.
With our free behaviour support, our Canine Care...
Show detailsWhen we’ve matched you with a dog, we’ll help you welcome them to your home. After adoption we’ll keep in touch to see how you and the dog are doing. If you need any advice or support, we’re just a phone call away.
With our free behaviour support, our Canine Care Card and more, we’re here to support you and your dog for as long as you need us.
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