This annual RSPCA campaign is about adopting rescue pets, especially as animal rescue centres are seeing a surge in demand. With the rising cost of living and a wave of post-lockdown pet surrenders, many lovable dogs across the UK are waiting for the right families to bring them home.
By adopting a pet, not only are you giving a deserving animal a fresh start, but you're also helping to ease the pressure on welfare centres that are stretched to capacity.
The animal charity said: “The RSPCA’s month-long rehoming campaign Adoptober aims to boost adoption rates. The charity faces the biggest rehoming crisis in recent memory. Rescue centres and branches across England and Wales are ‘full to bursting’. This means more unwanted animals are coming into care than being adopted.
“Sharing our lives and homes with pets can be so rewarding and fulfilling. Throughout this month, we want to celebrate all the many wonderful things that animals bring to our lives. We want to inspire those who are in a position to adopt a pet to open their homes to an animal in need. Giving them a new start would help reduce the pressure on the RSPCA centres and branches.”
Here are just a few of the adorable pups looking for a second chance this Adoptober, and if you think you are able to give them a loving home, get in touch with RSPCA by filling in an adoption form.
9. Lady
Lady is a six-year-old charismatic and sassy Chow Chow crossbreed who came to the RSPCA after being removed from a multi-dog household. Now settled in, her vibrant personality is shining through. She can be aloof but is full of energy and quite cheeky once she bonds with you. Lady loves squeaky toys, especially playing catch, and enjoys long walks and off-lead play in secure areas. Due to her high prey drive, she’s not suitable for off-lead walks in open spaces and will benefit from longline walks. Lady needs an active, experienced home, ideally with owners familiar with breeds like Chows, Samoyeds, or Akitas. She has never lived in a home before, so she'll need gradual introductions. Lady would thrive as the only dog in the household and can live with children of secondary school age who have experience with energetic breeds. | RSPCA Photo: RSPCA
10. Mia
Mia is a highly intelligent and active Dutch Shepherd who came into RSPCA care as a 9-day-old puppy after her mother was involved in a welfare investigation. She spent her first six months in a foster home but returned to the kennel after issues arose with the resident dogs. Mia, aged four, is now looking for a dedicated, experienced adult-only home, where she can continue her training and receive plenty of mental and physical stimulation. She needs a secure garden to play in, and while she can live with a male dog, careful consideration is needed. Mia is muzzle trained and requires a quiet space at home to prevent overstimulation. Potential adopters will need to visit her several times to build a bond, as she is a bright dog with great potential but needs stability and structure in her life. | RSPCA
11. Biscuit
Biscuit is a lively and affectionate Bulldog who came to the RSPCA after being mistreated in her previous home. Despite her past, she is incredibly trusting and loves people, belly rubs, and especially playing in water. Biscuit is full of energy and enjoys walks, though she can pull on the lead when excited by other dogs, so her new owners will need to continue working on her training. She is looking for an experienced home where she can be the only pet and live with older children familiar with bouncy breeds. Biscuit has hip dysplasia, so her adopters must be prepared for her medical needs, including managing her exercise. | RSPCA