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Are you right for Gusty?
Gusty is a young Staffie with a huge personality and an equally big zest for life. This lively lad is looking for an adult-only home with patient adopters who can embrace his energetic nature and continue helping him learn how to settle and switch off. Gusty will need to live in a multi-person household where there’s plenty going on and where his family can share the fun of training, enrichment and adventures with him. He can become frustrated when life doesn’t move at the speed he’d like, so having understanding owners who can guide him through those moments and provide him with his own safe “Gusty zone” for calm resets will really help him flourish. Gusty would love to be the only pet in the home, though he still enjoys socialising with other dogs out and about. He can sometimes come on a little strong when making new friends, so calm introductions and continued guidance will help him build his confidence and manners. Time left alone will need to be introduced gradually, but for the right people willing to invest in him, Gusty has all the makings of an incredibly rewarding companion.
Is Gusty right for you?
There’s never a dull moment with Gusty around, and everyone who meets him falls head over heels for his cheeky charm and affectionate nature. He absolutely loves keeping busy, whether that’s exploring exciting new walking spots, engaging in enrichment or enjoying a spirited game of tug with his favourite people. Beneath all that enthusiasm is a sweet boy who looks to his humans for reassurance when he’s unsure, and once he feels safe and settled, his softer side shines through beautifully. Gusty adores affection and will happily soak up fuss and cuddles after a day of adventures, likely curling up beside you on the sofa as if he’s always belonged there. He’s clever, eager to learn and full of potential, and watching him grow in confidence with positive guidance will be such a rewarding journey for his future family. Please note: If you already have an open adoption application and are interested in knowing if Gusty is a match, please let us know you are interested in him by emailing us on shoreham.rehoming@dogstrust.org.uk. Appointment slots are available everyday from 11.
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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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