As the festive frenzy wears off, many animals that were gifted for Christmas are quickly becoming a real responsibility for owners.
And irrespective of the time of year, there are always loving dogs who are searching for a home to be loved and cared for in. And while many of us wish we could adopt all of these pets and spend our days taking care of them, work and real life often gets in the way.
Thousands of animals across Scotland are given up for a number of reasons, whether it be through financial struggle or just finding the time to take care of them. Charity Dogs Trust takes these pets in and gives them a temporary living space before they move on to their forever family.