Oscar the Lurcher cross Collie. (Photo: Dogs Trust)placeholder image
Oscar the Lurcher cross Collie. (Photo: Dogs Trust)

Dogs Trust: Oscar the Lurcher X Collie and crossbreed Rocket need rehoming in Northern Ireland

The Dogs Trust Ballymena team is caring for lots of lovely lads and lassies, of all ages, shapes and sizes, that are waiting on their tail-wagging happy ending. Oscar and Rocket are two gorgeous pooches currently in the charity’s care, waiting to find their forever families.

Oscar is a bouncy, lively three-year-old Lurcher cross Collie who loves to sniff and go on adventures. Typical of his breeds, Oscar is a very intelligent and energetic boy who loves to play and learn new things. Oscar would benefit from an active home where he is able to learn and be given plenty of enrichment to keep his mind busy. He enjoys walking adventures and likes to explore his surroundings when out and about.

Oscar is looking for a home with a family who understand his breed. He can live with older children who are familiar with dogs. Oscar is looking for a family that can help him with his training as he can be nervous. With the right family and ongoing support from the centre we know that Oscar will be a great and loving boy in his new home. Oscar will need to be the only dog in the home as he can be excitable with other dogs, however, after successful introductions, he will be able to have dog walking buddies to join him on his adventures.

Rocket is a four-year-old crossbreed with so much to offer his forever family. Rocket loves to spend time with people and is the friendliest, most loving boy. His favourite pastime is going on adventures, and he is happy to travel in the car to find the best spots. Rocket’s ideal walking location is somewhere quieter, as meeting lots of other dogs can be overwhelming for him. However, when he is properly introduced, he can make fantastic dog friends to have play dates with. Rocket has an infectious personality that leaves everyone smiling. His goofy ways and funny antics are adorable.

Rocket has been working very hard to get ready for his fresh start, and he can’t wait to show you what an amazing boy he is. He will need several meets at the rehoming centre prior to adoption so that the training team can offer all the tips and tricks for introducing Rocket to his new life. Rocket is best suited as the only pet, and he will need an active, adult only adopters that most importantly love to have fun.

A secure outdoor space would be amazing for him to run around, play and sniff in.

If you are interested in adopting Oscar or Rocket, 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.

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