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Bam
I'm looking for my forever home. Could you be my perfect match?
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3626536
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Yes
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Are you right for Bam?
Bam is a handsome two-year-old Lab Cross Poodle with a loving nature and lots of potential. He is looking for a home with teenage children aged 16 years and over and would like to be the only dog in the household. Bam will need a home without cats or small furries, and care may be needed around livestock. Bam is housetrained, travels well in the car for shorter journeys, and can happily be left alone for a few hours at a time once this has been built up gradually. He could settle well into a reasonably busy household, although he can be a little shy around new visitors initially and appreciates being given time to get to know people at his own pace. To help him feel relaxed and confident, Bam will need access to quieter walking locations where he can enjoy his walks without encountering large numbers of dogs.
Is Bam right for you?
Bam is a bright, affectionate boy who forms strong bonds with the people he knows and trusts. Once you've become friends, he absolutely loves snuggles, spending time close to his people, and being part of family life. Although he can be reserved when meeting new people, Bam's playful side soon shines through. The quickest way to his heart is often through a tasty treat or a game of fetch! He loves chasing tennis balls, playing tug, and carrying around his favourite squeaky toys. Bam is a clever lad who enjoys learning and picks up training quickly. He already knows several cues, including sit, paw, and wait, and is always keen to show off his skills. Especially if cheese, chicken, or broccoli are on offer as a reward.
At home, Bam is a settled and easy-going companion. He enjoys pottering around the garden, relaxing with his family, and happily taking himself off to bed when he's ready for some downtime. While he's not a fan of the hoover or particularly loud environments, he thrives in a home where he can enjoy a calm and predictable routine. Bam prefers quieter walking areas because he can feel worried when unfamiliar dogs come too close. He would benefit from adopters who are willing to continue helping him build positive associations and confidence around other dogs at a distance where he feels comfortable. With patience, understanding, and ongoing support, Bam has every opportunity to continue making progress. Our team will be on hand to provide advice and guidance to help him and his adopters succeed. For someone looking for a loyal, intelligent, and affectionate companion, Bam has so much to offer and is ready to become a much-loved member of the family.
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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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