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Basil
I'm looking for my forever home. Could you be my perfect match?
Are you right for Basil?
Meet Basil, the gorgeous 1.5-year old Pomeranian looking for a special home. Basil is a cheeky chap, who needs owners that are looking for a dog to do lots of training with. Basil is a very affectionate boy once he knows you, but will need an understanding home, preferably with breed experience, to give him everything he needs. Basil is looking for a home with all children at least college school and over and would like to be the only dog in the home.
Basil is looking for a quiet but active home, where he can get out for all the fun adventures he desires but in areas that are less dog populated. Basil travels well in the car and walks well on lead, though, does struggle with over-handling so will need owners to go slow with his harnessing and general handling at first. Basil has been good with his intros to people in the centre, but will be looking for a home with minimal visitors as he can find this a bit worrying. He can also be a bit vocal towards people, as well as dogs, out and about so he would much prefer a more rural, quieter area for his walks.
Though Basil can be reactive to dogs on his walks, he does have wonderful doggy friends in the centre that he loves spending time with, partaking in fun wrestling and playing with them. He can sometimes get a bit OTT but listens to the other dog well. Even though he does love his doggy friends, he would ideally be an only dog so his training needs can be met.
Is Basil right for you?
Basil is a gorgeous boy, who has a real personality and zest for life. He loves his walks and his people, and is a very clever chappy. He needs a home that is willing to commit to his training needs and put the time in that he needs. He will need his people to advocate for him on walks and not allow strangers/children to approach, so is a lot happier in quieter areas where he can enjoy his sniffs and wees in peace.
Basil is an excitable boy, who can, at times, spin on the spot and pace so does need encouragement to rest and relax appropriately. Basil has smashed so many skills, and is an incredibly clever boy, who is very receptive to training. Basil will make a wonderful companion for the right home, and will love having his brain kept busy followed by a cuddle on the sofa. We can't wait to see him in his forever home!
The Pomeranian
Everything you need to know about the Pomeranian
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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