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Bruno – 12–15 month old male Pointer

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Bruno is a 12–15 month old male Pointer currently in Spain and is expected to arrive in the UK at the end of July. For the past 15 years, Starfish has worked alongside a wonderful shelter in Spain called Noah’s ARC. Twice a year I travel there with my own dogs and spend several weeks helping at the shelter, and whenever possible I choose one or two dogs who I feel would really struggle to find homes in Spain and offer them a lifeline here in the UK. Bruno was a bit of a last-minute addition to Kyle and Jackson, but sometimes a dog just quietly works his way into your heart and makes the decision for you. I first noticed Bruno while we were carrying out an assessment on a new dog at the shelter, using parallel walking with Bruno alongside him. The other dog was quite reactive towards Bruno, but Bruno’s response was honestly so impressive. He stayed calm, friendly and completely non-confrontational throughout, showing such a lovely, steady nature. Earlier that same day, I had watch...
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Zack – 8 year old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross Bulldog

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Handsome Zack is looking for a new home. Zack – 8 year old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier Cross Bulldog. Meet Zack – the gentleman looking for his next chapter. Weight: 29kg (though he wouldn’t mind losing a few pounds!) Location: Fostered in Ayr Status: Neutered, flea and worm treated, vaccinations to be restarted. Sometimes the very best dogs find themselves needing a second chance. Sweet Zack recently lost the only home he had ever known when his beloved owner sadly passed away after a spell in hospital. Through no fault of his own, Zack suddenly found himself alone, wondering where his person had gone and why life had changed so dramatically. For a month, his owner’s son visited twice a day to walk and care for him, but Zack spent the rest of his time waiting patiently at home. When it became clear that the family could not take him on and no rescue spaces were available elsewhere, we knew we had to find a way to help. Thankfully, Zack’s luck change...
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Rio – 11 month old male Labrador Retriever cross Akita

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This handsome boy is Rio. Rio – 11 month old male Labrador Retriever Cross Akita. He is a gorgeous young dog looking for his forever home where he can truly be part of the family. Rio loves people and other dogs and is currently in foster with multiple dogs, which he is really enjoying. Therefore, we will be searching for a home with another canine companion that he can play with. Although he is only 11 months old, he is very well-mannered. He is house-trained but, as usual, may have a few accidents at first until he settles into his new home. Due to his age, he would benefit from an active family. He can live with dog-savvy children. Due to being playful and enthusiastic, he may accidentally knock over small children, but this is never malicious. Rio is described as a medium-sized dog and weighs around 23kg. If Rio sounds like the pup for you, please get in touch. https://www.dogsblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/1000348487.mp4
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Tommy – 1 year old male Cross-Breed

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Tommy is a 1.5 year old male Cross-Breed, medium in size. He was rescued exactly a year ago from horrid circumstances, having been thrown into a yard with his sister, Suzy, at just a few weeks of age. They lived on piles of rubbish, frequently escaping due to inadequate fencing and roaming the streets among busy traffic, constantly in danger. When rescued, they were emaciated and full of parasites. Tommy and Suzy can be rehomed together or separately. Tommy has grown to be a kind-natured, healthy dog who is active and playful according to his age. He is medium-sized and has a lovely happy character. He is very affectionate with people and friendly around kids, too. Tommy is the more human-centred of the siblings. He loves giving kisses and is a lapdog by nature. He is also playful and happy around other dogs. Tommy would be happiest in a family where he is not left alone for extended periods and there is time for his training. We want him to be treated as a treasured member of th...
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Tilly – 2 year old female Cockapoo

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Tilly – 2-year-old Cockapoo girl (approx. 10kg) Currently being fostered in Gloucestershire in an adult family home with multiple dogs. Tilly was originally homed by Starfish as a puppy and has recently come back into our care due to a change in her owner’s circumstances. This is absolutely no reflection on lovely little Tilly, who has done nothing wrong. We are heartbroken for her, as returns are something that very rarely happen within our rescue. When Tilly first arrived, our hearts broke for her. For several days she sat by the door waiting, barely eating and seeming very sad and withdrawn. It was clear she missed everything she had known and was struggling to understand why her world had suddenly changed. Her coat was also in poor condition and our wonderful groomer spent nearly three hours carefully clipping it all off. Throughout the entire process, Tilly was incredibly patient and good. Fast forward a couple of weeks and we now have a very different Tilly – a happy,...
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Reyna – 9 year old female Border Collie

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Reyna is a medium Border Collie, 9 years old. Reyna is a beautiful Border Collie in foster in Cambridgeshire, her passport says she is 9 years old, although her vet believes she may actually be younger. Reyna came into the shelter with her three puppies, Ares, Sena and Zeus, after being surrendered by a family who had kept her outdoors for her entire life. We believe she may have spent much of that time chained up, with very little opportunity to interact with people, other dogs or the world around her. Her puppies are all in wonderful homes now, and although Reyna is going from strength to strength, we would love to find her a home of her own. When Reyna first arrived at the shelter, she was extremely frightened and overwhelmed by everything around her. Reyna was at the shelter for a few months before one of our wonderful foster homes offered to foster her in June 2025 and Reyna has been there since. She shares her home with several resident dogs and, despite likely having very...
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Richy – 7 month old female Cross-Breed

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Richy is a 7 month old female Cross-Breed. This poor girl was dumped outside a shelter when she was only 12 weeks old. Richy was quite poorly and almost didn’t make it. Now fully recovered and in good health, she is ready for her forever home. Richy is now 7 months old and a lovely and gentle natured girl. In her short life so far she has known nothing but a cage but at least she has known the kindness of humans in the shelter. Richy will need to be shown how to live in a home, just like any puppy! She is great with all other dogs, people, and children. She will suit most home scenarios and will grow to be medium sized. Richy will travel with a passport and has been tested for infectious diseases. She will be fully vaccinated. Breed type: Cross Breed Sex: Female Age: 7 months Size: Medium Weight: 10 kg Estimated DoB: 30/06/2025 Neutered: No Good with Dogs: Yes Needs resident dog: Can live with a resident dog or alone Good with Cats: Unknown Good with Children: Y...
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Apollo – 3 year old male Cross-Breed

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Meet Apollo – a gentle soul ready for a new life. Apollo, a 3.5-year-old medium size cross-breed boy, whose life until now has been far from kind, has finally been freed from a life lived on a chain. Yet somehow, despite everything, he has held onto his sweetness, his trust, and his huge heart. Apollo is incredibly human-centred, affectionate, and loving — the kind of dog who just wants to be close to people and soak up kindness. He is wonderfully sociable with other dogs, big and small, and plays beautifully and politely with them. He’s also an absolute dream at the vets, calm and cooperative — everyone who meets him falls for his sweet nature. He even has the potential to live with cats; in his previous life, he used to sleep in his dog house with a cat companion, sharing warmth and comfort. He travels nicely in the car, walks well on the lead, and is more than ready to start discovering what family life means. Currently, Apollo lives in boarding kennels, hoping that one day so...
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Freya – 4-5 year old female Segugio Italiano Cross

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Freya is a beautiful Segugio Italiano cross, estimated to be around 4-5 years old. She’s on the smaller side of medium and has been patiently waiting for almost three years to find her forever home. Found abandoned and severely underweight, Freya has been cared for by a local boarding kennel in Cyprus, where she’s blossomed into a gentle, affectionate, and sweet-natured dog. Freya is slightly reserved and shy when meeting new people, but she has made significant progress in building her confidence, thanks to her kennel mate, Ira. She thrives in calm and predictable environments and would do best with a patient family who can help her continue to grow. Freya gets along well with other dogs and has a submissive nature in group settings. She enjoys canine company but is also content living as the only dog, provided her adopters give her plenty of attention and reassurance. If there is a resident dog, it might help Freya settle in faster, but it’s not a requirement for her to thrive. F...
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Betty – 7 month old female Cross-Breed

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Betty is a small cross-breed puppy of approximately 7 months old. Betty is currently living in a cage-free foster home in Bulgaria and will be ready to travel to the UK via DEFRA-approved transport. Betty was rescued as a young puppy and has blossomed into a happy, affectionate little girl who is now ready to find a family of her own. Expected to remain a small dog when fully grown, Betty is the perfect size for those looking for a companion who can easily fit into family life, whether that’s countryside walks, days out, holidays or simply curling up beside you on the sofa. Betty has a sweet and loving personality. She enjoys human company, loves affection and is always happy to be involved in whatever is happening around her. She is playful without being overly demanding and has a gentle nature that makes her a pleasure to be around. She mixes beautifully with other dogs and enjoys playing with her canine friends. Betty is also comfortable around cats and has been raised in...
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Indie – 18 month old female Cross-Breed

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Indie is an 18 month old female small Cross-Breed. This gorgeous girl is an absolute joy – calm, gentle and full of love. She is affectionate and has a very sweet nature. She can be a little shy in new situations and meeting new people but a good natured resident dog will make all the difference. She travels well in the car especially when she realises there is a good walk in the offing. She loves to smell all the different things around her from wildflowers to rabbit poo! She really loves going to the beach where she can roll in the sand and have a really good run around. Indie walks beautifully on the lead and her recall has come on well. Indie loves playing with other dogs and having a friendly dog to snuggle up with. She is an absolutely super little girl and all she wants now is a loving home of her own with a resident dog to be her best friend. Originally from Romania, indie was rescued with her siblings from a hoarding situation there. Please get in touch if you can ...
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Dolly – 4 year old female Cross-Breed

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Dolly is a beautiful large breed cross of just over four years old who is searching for a home where she can truly thrive. Sadly, Dolly is returning to rescue due to a mismatch in energy levels within her previous home. This isn’t because she is a difficult dog or has done anything wrong. Instead, she needs a calmer environment with clear boundaries, consistency, and owners who understand how to help her feel secure and relaxed. Once Dolly feels safe, her wonderful personality shines through. She is affectionate, loyal, and forms incredibly strong bonds with her people. While she can initially be a little nervous around strangers, a handful of treats and a little patience are usually all it takes before her soft, loving side appears. Dolly adores human company and is a real cuddle lover. One of her favourite places to be is curled up next to her person, soaking up affection and enjoying life’s simple comforts. She enjoys her walks and loves exploring new scents and env...
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Lucia – 10 month old female Cross-Breed

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Lucia is a 10 month old cross breed fostered in Swadlincote. Lucia is an very pretty, medium-sized puppy girl Cross breed, with a fluffy off white soft coat She is a lovely gentle girl, and at times quite nervous but very affectionate and loves attention from the volunteers and enjoys being cuddled and groomed. She gets on well with her kennel mate, but definitely prefers to be with people. Lucia has just started her lead training which is going well, as we don’t think she is used to being walked because she came with chain round her neck and black stains on her fur so we think she’s just been chained up all her life. Poor girl, but we are happy she is gaining confidence on a daily rate. Lucia is not cat tested yet. We really want a loving home for this girlie with another friendly dog and children over 12 years. Very friendly with people and dogs. gentle nature, and is obedient, enjoys learning new things and a laid back. Breed : cross breed pup Age : 9/10 months Gender: Femal...
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Seth – 10 month old male Pointer

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Seth is a young male English Pointer, approximately 10 months old, was found as a stray when he was just 6 months, and has been in a shelter in Cyprus ever since. He is a typical pointer: super friendly, loving, cuddly, extremely human oriented, good with other dogs, and loves children and anyone he meets. We suspect Seth may have been from an unwanted litter produced by a hunters dog. He was probably then dumped on the roadside to fend for himself away from everything he had ever known. He was found with 2 other male pointers a few years older than him and has been happily living with them in a pack with some other female pointers aswell. Seth will be a real treat to train and welcome into your home. Just as any pointer does, for those that are familiar with the breed, they make the most wonderful companions. They don’t ask for much: a full belly, a warm sofa, a human to cuddle up with, and regular physical and mental stimulation. They go hard with their exercise but also enjoy t...
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Ray – 6 month old male Hound Cross

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Ray is a Male, 6 months old, hound cross. He will be medium size when fully grown appropriately 20 -25 kg. He is currently in a wonderful foster home here in Cyprus and will be ready to fly to the UK in July. This is what Ray’s fosters say about him… He is incredibly sweet and an absolute dream dog. Typical for his age, he’s playful, gets along well with cats and other dogs, and while he’s a little unsure of unfamiliar dogs at first, once he warms up, he wants to play. He cuddles a lot and actively seeks physical contact. He has good recall outside and can walk off-leash (he hasn’t shown any prey drive so far). He already knows commands like “down,” “leave it,” and “no.” We’re currently working on “come” and “sit.” We’ve also done crate training, and that’s going great. He does have a little separation anxiety. He’s really wonderful; you can take him anywhere, and he...
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Mona – 6 month old female Shepherd Cross

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Mona is a 6 month old female Shepherd cross. She is currently living in a foster home in Leeds and is available for meets and greets with potential adopters. Mona weighs 12kg now and is not expected to grow larger than 20-25kg. This sweet girl has been through a lot of hardship since she came into the world and would love to find a home and family to call her own. She was born in a work yard in Sarajevo, Bosnia in the middle of winter, and has survived almost freezing to death, serious illness, and being chased by dog catchers. Sadly, she lost half her tail before she was rescued, and she was in a lot of pain at the time. Fortunately, it doesn’t cause her any discomfort now and she loves to wag it! Despite everything she’s been through, she is so very, sweet, loving and gentle. She is still a puppy and loves to play and run around! Mona lives in a foster home with other dogs, and she could live with another dog (or dogs) or as an only dog. Mona is doing really well in her foster h...
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Brandon – 3 year old male Pointer Cross

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Brandon has to be on the next flight. He’s 3 years old and when he arrived at the shelter last year he was emaciated. He was nothing but skin and bone. Completely starved and mistreated. We suspect he was a hunters dog – made to go hungry to ‘make him a better hunter’. Brandon is a pointer and ready to find his forever home. Unfortunately Brandon entered the shelter nearly a year ago. He has been well cared for and did initially put on some weight. But the stress of being caged up all day has got to him and he has lost weight again. That’s why we need him in a home asap. He’s struggling. Perhaps he once knew a home and had a family. He can be fostered or adopted. Brandon is friendly and curious of everyone he meets. He’s happy to be getting regular meals, but what he really needs now is a human to give him the life he deserves. He enjoys any time he gets to spend with people. He’s super cuddly – true to the pointer breed. He shares a space with both male and female dog...
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Alba – 5 year old female Cross-Breed

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Alba is a small to medium sized crossbreed. Her passport states her to be five years old but we feel she is probably at least seven or eight. Alba fostered Hempnall, Norfolk. Alba was found in a cemetery in Romania and was rescued a few weeks ago. She is now in a UK foster home. Her fosterer says, “She’s a lovely girl who likes to rest outside, she’s great with other dogs but would also be happy to be on her own. She’s no trouble, you literally don’t know you have her. She loves walks where she likes to plod beside you. She has the happiest tail waggle and sweet soul who just wants tummy tickles and love. Shes great with children and all people. Shes house trained and cat tested. Alba would be the bestest friend to anyone.” Alba can live with cats and would like a quietish household. She can live with respectful children aged eight plus. TERMS AND CONDITIONS When you adopt a Safe Rescue dog, you MUST use a slip lead. This will keep your dog safe: your new dog will be nervous ...
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Indie – 10 month old female German Short-Haired Pointer

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Indie is a 10 month old female German short haired pointer located in Spain. Gorgeous puppy Indie is a beautiful looking German pointer girl. She’s very loving, friendly and affectionate. She gets on well with her kennel mates but really loves human company. Indie stands at medium height and she’s approximately 10 months old. She weighs 16kg so she needs to put some weight on, but she lively and healthy and has a great personality. Poor Indie arrived at the shelter via a local vet who found her abandoned with two other dogs, so unfortunately we don’t know much about her background except she’s not had much training so she is a blank canvas for a family wanting to train for obedience or agility, she would be brill at either! Indie isn’t a couch potato and loves to be exploring and having fun, so for that reason we need to look for a home with other young dogs and older children over 12 years old. She hasn’t been tested for cats Very friendly with people and dogs. She’s a lively...
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Bracken – 2 year old male Breton

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BRACKEN – FOR ADOPTION Meet Bracken – a sweet, soulful young 2 year old Breton boy who is patiently waiting for the family he can finally call his own. He is 48cm tall and weighs 14 kg. Bracken is an ex-hunting dog with a gentle, affectionate nature. Despite his working background, he shows little sign of trauma (comparatively to other dogs) and has adapted beautifully to shelter life. What he wants most in the world is simple: people to love, and to give him what a Breton needs: exercise and enrichment. He is often found waiting at his kennel door – not desperate to leave, but hoping that whoever passes by might stop for a moment of attention and cuddles. Once you give him that connection, he completely blossoms. Personality & Temperament Bracken is: Affectionate, calm, and people-focused Friendly with other dogs Good with children (8+ due to size/energy) Active and enjoys his walks and exploring Content to play independently if no humans are available, but a...
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