Thornberry Animal Sanctuary, in North Anston, is caring for dozens of animals of all kinds - including many adorable dogs from chihuahuas to lurchers.
If you’re looking for to welcome a new dog into your home, there are so many dogs to choose from in South Yorkshire.
Many of these dogs, of all ages and sizes, have ended up in kennels through no fault of their own, including their beloved owner falling poorly and having to give them up for adoption.
Kennels are always ready to look after a dog, but they’re no place compared to a loving home.
How about bringing home Dopey the Doberman, who unbelievably was found as a stray in a sorry state, but has a “lovely, friendly temperament” and loves having people around.
Or how about Chase the Sharpei x Labrador, a handsome boy who “loves everyone he meets!”
Below we have listed just 15 of the many dogs that are looking for homes at Thornberry at the moment.
5. Buddy the Yorkshire Terrier, an "affectionate, happy little boy" in need of TLC
"Buddy arrived to us last year when his human mum passed away. He was incredibly frightened and reserved, however with some TLC warmed to his carers and became a very affectionate, happy little boy with his safe people. Buddy was rehomed since, but the home was too busy for him to really thrive! so we are desperately seeking a quiet home, with adopters committed to building a strong bond with little Buddy to help him feel secure again. He loves his walks and playing with toys, which is a great way to bond with him. Once familiar Buddy loves a cuddle and will sit on your lap all day. Buddy struggled to live with 3 people, so a home with 1-2 people is preferred." - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/buddy/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
6. Little Scully the Chihuahua, who was found "tied to a tree in a busy park!"
"Little Scully was found tied to a tree in a busy local park. He arrived with painful eyes, barely able to walk and in a sorry state. He is such a lovely, little boy that would thrive in a quiet and comfortable home. He likes to bury himself in a blanket, enjoys a fuss and a potter in the garden. Scully will need eye lubrication on going, so adopters should be confident to do this. He could potentially live with a very placid, quiet dog subject to meets here. He could be introduced to confident, dog savvy cats." - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/scully/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
7. Hachiko the Akita, "a bouncy, bubbly and fun lad!"
"This bouncy, bubbly and fun lad is a petite male akita! he’s high energy and would thrive in a home that are knowledgable about the breed, their traits and care. Hachiko could potentially live with another dog that is the right match / energy levels. Unbelievably Hachiko arrived as an unclaimed stray, despite this he is very friendly and does have some basic training. We feel confident to introduce him to older children that are happy with a bouncy lad." - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/hachiko/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary
8. Dopey the Doberman! Can you believe he was found a stray?
"It is unbelievable that this gorgeous boy was left as a stray, incredibly underweight and incredibly stressed by whatever it is that he had been through. Despite this he has a lovely, friendly temperament and would thrive in a home that are familiar with the breed and that are committed to rebuilding his health and body condition. Dopey should have moderate leaving hours as he prefers it when people are around – he has interacted well with other dogs here so could live with another pending introduction and well matched energy levels. Dopey could live with older children aged 14+" - https://www.thornberryanimalsanctuary.org/animals/dopey/ | Thornberry Animal Sanctuary