A rescue centre has made a desperate appeal for a forever home for their longest staying resident - a greyhound called Boss . The ‘affectionate’ pooch has spent over a year in rescue, having arrived at Cheshire Dogs Home last December.
The Warrington-based kennels is looking for a very special home for the ex-racer, who has now spent 375 days at the rescue.
Boss, who recently celebrated his fourth birthday at the kennels, is described as a ‘lovely boy’ who needs a loving home with owners who can reassure him that the world outside dog racing isn’t such a scary place to be.
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Boss is a very nervous boy, and was previously adopted and returned when the family wasn’t the right fit for him. It does mean that he has had experience of living in a home environment, though.
Because of his nerves, Boss is looking for an adult-only home where his new humans can spend time bringing him out of his shell as well as working on his socialisation.
Staff at the Dogs’ Home have even put together a TikTok video showcasing Boss, as they’re so keen for him to find the right home after his long spell at the shelter.
A spokesperson from Cheshire Dogs Home added: “Due to his previous race training Boss has a high prey drive which means he can’t be rehomed with cats or other smaller animals. He’s good on the lead and trained to wear a muzzle on walks, which it’s strongly advised should be continued. A secure garden would also be ideal, as would two to three short walks a day.”
When relaxed and away from distractions, greyhounds are known to be very giddy and playful. Generally, greyhounds are a very lazy breed, being nicknamed the 40 mph couch potato.
The charity said: “Although greyhounds are very accustomed to living in kennels, they generally adapt well and love nothing better than a comfy place to stretch out and snooze the day away, greyhounds do well with two or three shorter walks a day, greyhounds are built for speed, not stamina, and use up their energy in short bursts, this leaves lots of time for napping, cuddling and playing.
“Greyhounds are quizzical, sometimes shy, very sensitive, and surprisingly gentle. They possess superior intelligence and can exhibit a quiet but surprising independence. These are not animals whose spirit has been broken by their training or racing experience.”
Anyone interested in meeting Boss at Cheshire Dogs’ Home with a view to adoption ahead of the festive season should contact the Dogs’ Home on 0300 102 1212 or visit www.dogshome.net for more information.
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