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#ADogIsForLife, not just for Christmas® 🎄
Athena was found as a stray, under-socialised and in need of medical attention. After spending 2 months in foster care at Dogs Trust Cumbria, she worked on her dog interactions and confidence building.
She then packed her yellow bag and headed off to her forever home in April 2025 💛 We couldn't be happier for this beauitful girl!
[Image 1: A black crossbreed sits with a yellow Dogs Trust bag behind her.
Image 2: the same dog sits in a garden, looking off into the distance.]
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Flynn was swept off his paws in April 2025 when he found his pawfect match 💛 After a few meets, he packed his bag and said goodbye to Dogs Trust West London.
Since then he has been on holiday, learnt new tricks and enjoyed his first Christmas with his family!
[Image 1: A black staffy sits on a sofa and looks up with a neutral expression.
Image 2: The same dog stands on a pebble beach and looking to the shore.
Image 3: The dog sits on a bed with a happy expression whilst being stroked.]
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This litter of puppies was found abandoned in a woodland at just six weeks old 💔
They arrived at Dogs Trust Leeds in a terrible state, underweight, dirty, shy and very unwell.
The team immediately gave them special medical care, socialisation and nurturing to help give them the best chance at making it through their tough start to life.
Now, at three months old, with their medical worries behind them, Badger, Hedgehog, Fox, Mouse and Bunny have all found their forever homes! 🎉
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In the coldest months of the year Dora was living on the streets. Underweight, a broken tail and infected skin, she desperately needed our help.
Hundreds more dogs face abandonment this winter, we need your help now. You can help abandoned dogs like Dora, so they will always have a safe place to go. 💛
👉 bit.ly/3KJOdXf
[Image description: A brindle and white medium dog looks into the distance with a happy expression and her tongue sticking out.]
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Did you catch the first episode of Pete Wicks: For Dog's Sake season 3 on Monday?
We are delighted that the cheese Chihuahua's, Sapphire and her pups, and lovely Eddy all got a happy ending and are loving life in their forever homes 💛
Catch episode 2 of Pete Wicks: For Dog's Sake on UKTV's free-to-air channel U&W on Monday 12th January at 9pm 🐶
[Image 1: 3 Chihuahua's stamd together looking up in a kennel.
Image 2: A brown spaniel stands in the grass, looking up with a happy expression]
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Freya was searching for an active family who could help build her confidence and provide her with lots of mental and physical stimulation. After over 450 days in our care 2 year old Freya found her pawfect match!
She was adopted from Dogs Trust West Calder and since then has been on lots of adventures with her favourite people and is living her best life 💛
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After spending 443 days patiently waiting, Underdog Marley was delighted to start his new chapter in his forever home 💛
He's clearly settled in amazingly and is living life to the fullest! His adopters describe themselves as 'smitten' and we couldn't be happier for them all!
Isn't this the best news?!
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Dora was left to fend for herself at the coldest time of the year. She was found broken and alone.
This winter, we expect nearly 900 stray and abanonded dogs to need our help. Your gift today could help provide a dog like Dora with:
✔ A warm bed
✔ A full belly
✔ The comfort of knowing they’re finally safe
You can help abandoned dogs like Dora, so that they always have a safe place to go.
👉 bit.ly/3KJOdXf
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Did someone say season three? 🐾
Pete Wicks: For Dog's Sake is back on your screens Monday 5th January at 9pm! Tune in on UKTV's free-to-air channel U&W or stream on U.
Set your reminders now! 😃
[Image description: Pete Wicks stands in front of a Dogs Trust yellow welcome sign with his arms crossed.]
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What is your New Years Day mood? 👇
1. Sleepy like Tigger at Basildon.
2. Ready for a long walk like Jago at Loughborough.
3. Enjoying your Christmas goodies like Oswald at Shoreham.
4. Ready to have some fun in 2026 like Freddie at Salisbury.
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Abandoned in the freezing cold, Dora was found all alone.
She was dangerously underweight, her tail broken and her skin showing signs of infection.
This winter we expect to take in nearly 900 stray and abandoned dogs. Help dogs like Dora so they will always have a safe and happy place to go 👉 bit.ly/3KJOdXf
[Image description: A brindle and white medium dog sits on agility equipment. She has a slight head tilt and looks forward.]
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Shortly after celebrating his 12th birthday, Hector packed his bags for his forever home 💛
From discovering his love of cuddly toys, to following his family around, its fair to say that Hector has found his happy place. His adopters say "We love our old boy to bits—he means the world to us!" 🥹
[Image 1: a greying tan staffordshire bull terrier sits with a large silver dog looking up.
Image 2: The SBT lies asleep on someone lap.
Image 3: The same dog lies down outside in the sunshine.]
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Buster didn't spend long at Dogs Trust Glasgow before finding his happy place in November 2024 💛
He loves exploring, spending time with his loved ones and watching the World go by from his arm chair.
[Image 1: A medium dark crossbreed lies down near a Christmas tree with a toy inbetween his paws.
Image 2: A medium crossbreed sits on some agility equipment and looks into the distance.
Image 3: The same do sits on a arm chair with one leg up on the arm.]
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T'was the night before Christmas,
we wanted to spread some joy,
all across the nation,
photos of Dogs Trust dogs to enjoy 💛
Shakira at Dogs Trust Kenilworth
Lillie from Dogs Trust Cardiff
Opie and team at Dogs Trust Leeds
Jeff at Dogs Trust Cumbria
Olly and Santa Paws at Dogs Trust Ballymena
Mikey from Dogs Trust Shoreham
Bree at Glasgow
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Tune in to Channel 5 tonight at 8pm to watch very wholesome The Yorkshire Vet Christmas Special, featuring Dogs Trust!
The vets and nurses from The Yorkshire Vet take part in a festive fundraising challenge to support charities close to their hearts, with Peter and Julian supporting us. We were delighted to see them sporting some gorgeous jumpers with our slogan 💛
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This is everything Frank ever dreamt of- finding his happy place and spending Christmas with his loved ones 💛
Frank was adopted from Dogs Trust Basildon, since then he has gone on lots of adventures, demanded snuggles and had lots of cosy naps. He's living his best life!
[Image 1: A small crossbreed lies down, curled up with a Christmas tree in the background.
Image 2: A woman wearing a knitted hat and glasses holds the small crossbreed in their arms.]
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We are absolutely delighted that Kobi has found his happy place in time for Christmas 💛
After being cared for at Dogs Trust Leeds, it wasn't long before Kobi packed his bags, ready for his next adventure. Everyone wish him good luck!
[Image description: A black and tan crossbreed sits in front of a Christmas wreath and a bench with signs that say "I found my happy place" and "Kobi, 3rd December"]
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For the last 4 Christmases, Captain has wished for a home to call his own 💛
Well, Christmas has come early this year as 12-year-old Captain is preparing to spend the season in his happy place with owner Tom after being adopted from Dogs Trust Glasgow! Lovingly known as Captain cuddles, he spends his days with lots of snuggles, tasty treats and following his owner around.
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We hope their stay with us is only short, but whilst they are in our care we try our best to make kennels a happy place 💛
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After over 900 days in our care, Cody finally found his happy place!
Cody had experienced a lot of change in his life and found it difficult to build relationships with new people. The team at Dogs Trust Evesham worked on building his confidence and he made remarkable improvements.
In December 2023 Julia and Martin fell in love with Cody and started the adoption process. It was clear that Cody had found his forever family. He packed his bags in January 2024!
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A recent survey, polling over 5000 dog owners, highlighted the strong relationship between dog and owner. Swipe through some of the results.
Do you agree with the results?
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You might remember gorgeous Harry and his love of all things unicorns 🥹
We are delighted that after 580 days in our care, Underdog Harry and his unicorns have been adopted from Dogs Trust West Calder and are ready to enjoy Christmas in their happy place together💛
Underdogs are dogs who have been in our care for six months, or more. They may need extra training, ongoing veterinary treatment or a home with no children or dogs. Or, in some cases, they are simply overlooked.
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Luna is getting us in the Christmas spirit 🎄
She's been in her home for 2 years after being adopted from Dogs Trust Glasgow in November 2023. From Husky walks, to exploring new places, and finding the best nap spots, Luna is loving life in her happy place💛
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When 4-year-old West Highland Terrier, Muffin, was found abandoned, she was lying alone near a busy motorway 😢
Her frail body was covered in sores, and her fur was patchy and matted from neglect 💔 Muffin is one of the lucky ones, now safe and loved in her forever home.
Over the Christmas period, we take in over 100 stray and abandoned dogs.
You can help support dogs like Muffin, so they will always have a safe and happy place to go 👉 bit.ly/3XZlyQJ
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