If you're looking to introduce a new pet into your family there are plenty of dogs listed on Cardiff Dogs Home's website who are looking for a new home. But with so many adorable furry friends it could be hard to choose. Cardiff Dogs Home operates a re-homing procedure aiming to find the best possible placements for dogs who have been brought into its care.
The dogs have been vaccinated, checked, and wormed before being allowed to leave and adoption fees would include microchipping and first vaccinations. The dogs currently up for adoption range in breeds and sizes and are looking to be re-homed with all kinds of people and families.
Whether you're looking for a quiet older dog who's happy to curl up on the sofa or an energetic breed who loves to be out in the open there is a dog listed for everyone. If you feel like you could provide a good home and meet the needs of one of the dogs on the list you can find out more about the adoption application process here.
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Bluebell
Bluebell arrived at the home underweight and wounded. The four-year-old English bull terrier responded well to treatment and full recovery is said to be looking promising. Bluebell is "very foody" and loves to be the centre of attention. The home feels she would be best suited to a home with humans home most of time and who used to the breed. Bluebell is still under treatment and, while she isn't quite ready to leave, staff are happy to match her to the perfect home.
Hank
Hank was found alone on an area of wasteland when he came into the care of Cardiff Dogs Home. He is believed to be a bully crossed with possibly a Staffie and is approximately two to three years old. He has a "loving personality" but is unable to walk for long periods due to his body structure. However he would be suited to short strolls and people-watching. He may require regular vet visits and could potentially live with neutered dogs, cats, or children of all ages.
Purdy
Purdy is a seven-and-a-half-year-old greyhound who has a "gentle soul" and a soft nature. She is looking for a retirement home and enjoys gentle strolls to keep her brain active. She could potentially live with other neutered pets of similarly gentle temperaments and could also potentially live with cats.
Prince
Four-year-old Prince is a German Shepherd who came into the care of the home as a stray. He is described as "smart" but can lack confidence in new surroundings and be quite vocal when he is feeling unsure. He will need training classes and a detailed plan to help him progress. He is looking for a home that is used to his breed and could potentially live with children aged 12-plus as well as cats who are dog-savvy.
Romeo
Romeo is a four-year-old French Bulldog who arrived at the home after he was unable to settle. He will need a quiet home with no children living or visiting and can struggle with boundaries. However the home feels that with time, patience, and a good training plan he will pick it up in no time. He will need training classes and could potentially live with another dog who will be able to teach him. The home says: "He has the biggest heart and wants to love."
Zoe
Zoe is two to three years old and "has a lot of love to give." Cruelly she she has had her ears hacked and the home has said that she has been used for breeding. She loves tug games as well as soft toys and squeakers. She needs someone who has large breed experience and could potentially live with a neutered dog of similar size. The home would be happy to accept applicants who have cats and be able to do a cat test at the centre. She could potentially live children who are 16 and above.
Buster
Buster is a four-year-old terrier cross who will require patience and a calm training plan. Described as a "little worry wart" he finds new surroundings, noise, and busy places stressful. An independent dog, Buster doesn't like being handled. The home won't rehome Buster with children and would advise no visiting children as well. He may be able to live with a neutered female canine or cats.
Lenny
Lenny, a four-year-old Staffie, is looking for an active home with breed experience. He loves to play with toys and enjoys being on the move. Cardiff Dogs Home feels that a relaxed home with no living or visiting children would be best suited for him. He could potentially live with a calm female dog who is neutered. He could also potentially live with cats.
Arnie
Arnie is a three-year-old chihuahua who had been a stray for some weeks before he arrived at the home. According to the home, he "enjoys going for walks and doing zoomies in the enclosed garden". Arnie needs a quiet home with owners who are aged 16 and over and will need to be groomed daily due to his long hair. He could potentially live with other dog who will be able to help him settle.
Cerys
Cerys, a young adult German Shepherd, arrived at the home as a stray. At just a year old it was clear to the home that she hadn't received the love she deserved. She is underweight due to a poor diet and is suffering from skin irritation and fur loss. The home says her recovery will be "strong" and that she's already undergoing treatment and eating bigger meals.
Cerys is described as a happy-go-lucky and affectionate dog who walks well on a lead but will still need to attend training classes. She could live with children or even other neutered dogs or cats depending on introductions.
Kylie
Three-year-old French Bulldog Kylie loves to play and is always looking for something to do. She is described as a "busy bee" and a "little miss". As she is still young she will need an active home – possibly one with children or cats based on introductions. She can be hyper with other dogs but calms down after multiple introductions. It is important to note that any resident dogs will need to be neutered. Prospective owners need experience with French Bulldogs or other brachycephalic dogs.
Missy
Missy, described as a "sassy" Shar Pei, was found as a stray with a "charming smile" and personality. An active dog, she loves to run around her surroundings. Missy could be suitable for a home with older children and cats but not with other dogs and will need an owner who's active, home a lot of the time, and familiar with her breed. Unfortunately, due to her breed, Missy gets sore ears and might need medical treatment for this.
Leo
Leo is a smiley nine-month-old greyhound-collie cross. He's "full to the brim with energy" and "absolutely toy-mad" and loves nothing more than running around after a squeaky ball. He has separation anxiety so he'll need a committed home where he won't be left alone. His new owners should be prepared to work with him and help him overcome this and settle by himself. He could live with children who are used to large energetic breeds and with neutered resident dogs. This will all be based on introductions.
Rocky
This Staffordshire bull terrier is described as "distinguished" and "a right charmer". Arriving at the home as a stray he is thought to be between six and eight years old but has never been claimed. Rocky requires a home used to his breed meaning: "Absolute carnage, full of cuddles, zoomies, exploring, kisses and tug-of-war games." He will also need to be enrolled in training classes to learn social skills and calming techniques. He could live with children who are dog-savvy or a neutered female dog but cannot live with cats.
Pat
Pat is a year old and an "absolute legend", according to Cardiff Dogs Home. He came to the home as a stray but has missed out on the structure and positivity needed as a puppy. "Lovely little man" Pat requires a loving and happy home that can create the right environment for him to be inquisitive. Based on introductions homes with children and neutered dogs and cats will be considered. He can sit and give paw.
Teddy Bear
One-year-old Teddy Bear is a border collie who came to the home after his previous owners couldn't meet his needs. Growing up on a farm he is energetic and will need an active lifestyle – all the better if he has a job to do – and ideally an owner who will work with him and put his mind to good use. He loves an adventure, especially in the car. He's strong on the lead but loves his walks and passes other dogs nicely. He could live with another similar dog or a dog-savvy cat based on introductions.
Gomez
"Ladies' man" Gomez arrived as a stray and is looking for a home experienced with Malamutes. He's described as an "independent gentleman" and loves to lead the way when out on adventures. He could live with older children, other dogs, or cats depending on introductions. Gomez has been well-behaved while at the home.
Bentley
Eight-year-old Staffie Bentley is searching for his perfect retirement home. He is described as "an incredibly loving boy" with people he knows and will make a perfect companion for someone committed to him. However he will need a strictly adult-only home with lots of Staffie experience. The home says it will only rehome Bentley with people who are confident with reactive dogs. He cannot be rehomed with resident or visiting children and would do best away from busy dog-walking spots.
Hazley
Hazley, a nine-year-old Shar Pei cross, arrived in the home as a stray. While she walks well on the lead she needs some work on social skills. The home says that experience with her breed is preferred. Hazley, described as a "very sweet girl," loves food. She should only be placed with children aged 16 or older and could be slowly introduced to a home with resident neutered dogs.
Sherman
Sherman is a happy dog who loved to be fussed over and going for walks. Staff at the home believe that he's a boxer cross dog de Bordeaux. While he initially took time to trust he is now more relaxed, especially after being castrated. He passes other dogs well while out on walks and loves food.
Sherman would suit a continued training plan as well as an adult-only home with a someone familiar with large breeds and who is willing to train him with boundaries and positive reinforcement. A lover of toys, Sherman is learning to give both paws and bring toys back. The home says that they feel that "he has come on so much since arriving". They would also consider placing him to live with a female canine friend who is the same size and of a calm nature.
Kenno
Kenno arrived at the home after being mistreated. The nine-year-old American Bulldog enjoys exploring new sights and smells and is generally gentle on the lead. Kenno will need a calm home with adults and, according to the home, would also like his own chair. The home adds that he "won’t ask for much" and says: "He is quite an independent lad."
The home is happy to introduce him to resident dogs but feels that he would best suit a calm similar-sized older female as a companion. The home says: "In a nutshell he loves his food, he loves his toys, he absolutely goes nuts for zoomies, and is a real water baby."
Ragner
American Bulldgog Ragner is looking for a home with someone who has a lot of experience handling large breeds. He loves to swim and laze around in the sunshine but can sometimes get overstimulated when he sees other dogs. The home says he "seems to be spooked easily" and needs to work on his confidence. The home feels that he would be best suited to somewhere quiet and rural.
Bandit
Bandit is looking for a home that has experience of his breed. The eight-year-old Malamute has "a lovely fluffy coat" that requires daily grooming. He is calm in nature and enjoys a gentle stroll. The home says Bandit would rather be the only resident dog in his new home.
Baxter
Baxter is 18 months old, and, according to the home, is "the brightest boy". He is looking for an active home with experience of his breed and would prefer to live outside the Cardiff area where he can get to know new people and go to training classes.
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