There are lots of amazing dogs currently being cared for by the fantastic team at Dogs Trust Ballymena, including Doris and Mason.

Doris is a super sweet 10-year-old Dachshund who loves all her home comforts and being treated like the princess she is. Doris is a lovely lass, which endears her to everyone she meets, so she will make a wonderful canine companion.

Doris is currently enjoying all the comforts of home in foster care, where her foster carer has said she is a wonderful house guest. Doris spends much of her day lounging in her favourite spots in the home.

She enjoys walkies, especially on dry days, not so much when it’s wet. She loves company and can be a little anxious being left alone initially in a new environment, so would love an understanding adopter who is willing to build up her time alone, at her own pace.

placeholder image — Doris. (Photo: Dogs Trust Ballymena)

Doris loves sleeping in her foster carer’s bed at night, so she would love a home where she is allowed to snooze in all the comfy spots.

Doris is an affectionate lady who loves a fuss and company, so would like an adopter who is around for much of the day until she is comfortable being left alone. Being long-haired, she will require regular grooming. She is looking for a forever home where she is the only pet, and she could live with children of primary age and above.

Mason, meanwhile, is a beautiful two-year-old Labrador cross who loves people and has a real zest for life. He loves using his nose and enjoys daily walks where he can enjoy all the sights and smells of nature. Mason will happily jump in the car for journeys to exciting new walking locations.

Due to his size and go-getter approach to life, Mason can be strong on the lead so will require adopters who are confident and can handle his strength, and who will put in the effort with further training. Mason will make an amazing addition to an active family due to his sprightly nature and happy attitude to life.

Mason is very excitable around other dogs, so he could have walking buddies, but may be better suited as the only dog in his forever home.

He could live with secondary school-age children and he would love a large, enclosed garden space where he can burn off some of his energy and enjoy fun enrichment games.

Mason would prefer someone to keep him company during the day until leaving time can be gradually increased, once he's had the chance to settle in.

If you are interested in adopting Doris and Mason, please get in touch with the team at Dogs Trust Ballymena or pop along to meet them.

Dogs Trust Ballymena is open for general browsing on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm to 4pm, and by pre-arranged appointments on Wednesday and Friday mornings.