Dog of the Week: Buster @ West Calder

Introducing... Buster!

There are so many deserving dogs of the week, that blog editor Alex had to ask our Twitter followers which one she should choose! @jrJuliejr chose me because her kids 'love my smile' and she enjoyed visiting me recently! Thanks, Julie.

Age: 10

Breed: Large Crossbreed

Likes and Dislikes: I'm a friendly, eager fellow who is a great favourite with walkers and volunteers who reward me with the biscuits I love! I'm housetrained and not destructive, but I do get a little anxious being left for long, so I'd need some work on that once I was securely settled in.

My favourite thing is getting off the lead to play football or dog tug-of-war! Don't be fooled by my age - there's plenty of life and enthusiasm in this slightly-older dog yet.

I'm fine with kids, but not cats. I'm sociable and happy to share my kennel with both male and female dogs.

Needs: I was well cared for in my last home, but developed a very strong bond with my owner to the point that I have a few anxieties and nervous behaviours. My carers say my new owner needs to be experienced and confident to help me get along and gently work on my fears without accidentally reinforcing them.

Contact: Call Dogs Trust West Calder on 01506 873459 or look online for more of my friends who need homes.

Dog of the Week: Robbie @ Dogs Trust West Calder

Introducing... Robbie!

Age: 2

Breed: Crossbreed

Likes: I had a pretty rough start in life, being alternately mistreated and neglected, so my favourite thing is being treated really gently and lovingly. Once you've gained my trust, my favourite thing is curling up on your lap and getting a lovely cuddle! Long walks and fetch / tug games are also high on my list of fun things to do. I'm currently living with a foster family and getting on well with them and their three friendly dogs, and I'm gaining confidence gradually.

Dislikes: I find it hard to trust people, and men in particular, though I've come a long way in the foster programme, Home from Home.

Needs: I'll need patient adult owners, preferably who don't have any other pets although I could benefit from a calm, older female who'll help me keep making progress. I'm very clean in the house but couldn't be left alone much. Dogs Trust have said they'll be there to help my new owners every step of the way, and they know from experience that when I feel happier I'm the most playful and affectionate friend you could have.

Contact: Call Dogs Trust West Calder on 01506 873459 or see more dogs seeking homes online.

Previous Dog(s) of the Week: Carna @ Dogs Trust Snetterton | Cloud @ Dogs Trust Bridgend

New Dogs Trust video on YouTube: dogs playing in Glasgow

Vicky Kelly in Glasgow sent these to me because she knows the importance of video in helping to find homes for dogs at our centres. "After all, that's how Ebony and Larka got their homes - Internet video", she wrote in an email.

Let's hope the same goes for Caz (with the red ball), Jack and Murphy, seen running around like mad things with some of Dogs Trust's canine carers!



Fancy taking one of these lovely dogs home? Call 0141 773 5130 for Glasgow Rehoming Centre or visit Dogs Trust's website for more information on rehoming.

Dog of the Week: Poppy @ Dogs Trust Merseyside

Introducing... Poppy!

Breed: Border Collie

Age: 1

Likes: I am a really active girl, typical of my breed. I'm very well-behaved thanks to my previous owner's training, but I do like to keep my owners on their toes by showing my escape artist skills and opening doors. I don't get called "a Houdini" for nothing! I've also been described as the "David Bowie-eyed girl".

Dislikes: I'm really not too keen on kennels as they make me nervous; I'd much rather have a lovely home.

Needs: I'd rather not live with young children - over 14s or adults only for me, please! It would be ideal if my new owners also knew a thing or two about Collie types and how energetic we are...

Contact: Call Dogs Trust Merseyside on 0151 480 0660 or visit Dogs Trust Rehoming online for more information about adopting a dog.