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Living off site
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Are you right for Bernie?
Bernie is dreaming of a peaceful home where life is nice and predictable. He prefers the quieter things, so he will be happiest in a calm household with minimal visitors, where he can truly relax without lots of hustle and bustle.
Bernie is a 6-and-a-half-year-old Golden Doodle with a big soft side once he feels safe and secure. With his family, he enjoys being close, sharing cuddles, and spending time chilling together.
If you are wondering how to win Bernie’s heart, the answer is simple: treats, tug-toys, and games. Tug ropes are a firm favourite, he loves chasing balls and a game of hide and seek with his toys is guaranteed to get his tail wagging. He also knows his basic training, is housetrained and is a very good passenger in the car, making trips out together easy and enjoyable.
Bernie is not keen on lots of visitors or young children, but in the right home, his loving, playful side really shines through. If you have a calm home, a gentle routine and are looking for a loyal companion who will reward you with affection, fun, and plenty of cuddles, Bernie could be the perfect match.
He is looking to be the only pet in the home, soaking up all the love and attention for himself. A private garden is a must for Bernie, giving him a safe space to potter about, enjoy a sniff, or have a quick game before heading back indoors for a snooze.
Bernie is looking for an adult only home. He can feel worried around children so it is really important that any children around him are well managed and respectful of his space. Any visiting children will need to be aged 12+.
Out and about, Bernie is happy to spot other dogs on walks, as long as they keep their distance. He much prefers to enjoy his walk at his own pace. Bernie has been left for a couple of hours in the past without any issues, but any leaving time will need to be gently built up once he has settled into his new home.
Is Bernie right for you?
Bernie is a 6-and-a-half-year-old Golden Doodle with a big soft side once he feels safe and secure. With his family, he enjoys being close, sharing cuddles, and spending time chilling together.
If you are wondering how to win Bernie’s heart, the answer is simple: treats, tug-toys, and games. Tug ropes are a firm favourite, he loves chasing balls and a game of hide and seek with his toys is guaranteed to get his tail wagging. He also knows his basic training, is housetrained and is a very good passenger in the car, making trips out together easy and enjoyable.
Bernie is not keen on lots of visitors or young children, but in the right home, his loving, playful side really shines through. If you have a calm home, a gentle routine and are looking for a loyal companion who will reward you with affection, fun, and plenty of cuddles, Bernie 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 you...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 the chance...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 Card and...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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