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Bertie
I'm looking for my forever home. Could you be my perfect match?
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3663516
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Yes
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Are you right for Bertie?
Bertie is a gorgeous 4 year old Poodle cross with a sweet, gentle nature and a real love of people. He’s friendly and social with everyone he meets.
At home, Bertie is a lovely little companion. He enjoys relaxing on the sofa, especially with his head resting on his foster carer’s lap, and he’s happy to settle while they get on with things around the house. He can sometimes follow along to see what’s happening, but he is also content to stay cosy until something more exciting comes along, like playtime, a walk, or attention from his favourite people.
Bertie loves being brushed and will come over excitedly when the brush appears, ready to lie beside you and enjoy a pamper.
Out and about, Bertie enjoys exploring and is happy on his walks. He doesn’t pull heavily and will walk closer beside you when gently encouraged. He’s friendly and relaxed around other dogs, happily saying hello when given the chance, and has also spent time calmly around a visiting doggy friend. Bertie travels well in the car too and managed a longer journey without issue.
Bertie can live with calm primary school-aged children who are comfortable around a bouncy dog and understand when to give him his own space. He would prefer to be the only pet in the home, but he is happy to go on walks with doggy friends. If you’re looking for a friendly, affectionate little companion who loves sofa snuggles, squeaky balls and gentle company, Bertie could be a wonderful match. AWE licence number 13090 by West Lothian Council.
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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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