Sandy is a 10 year old Shar Pei
This is Sandy. She is a 10 year old Shar Pei. Sandy has been assessed to live with children aged 12 years and above, she cannot live with cats but she may be able to live with another calm dog.
Pet Subjects Rescue
My Pet Subjects column in the Daily Telegraph highlights a different rescue pet every week – from mice to cats and dogs to horses, and many others too.
This section of my website displays photos and information about the weekly rescue pet and, where possible, updates to let you know the outcome.
You can browse all the rescues by category or use the search box to find a particular pet by name.
Chunky is a friendly 11 year old cat
Black cat Chunky is a friendly and cuddly 11 year old who is looking for a calm home where he can pop his paws up and relax. The 11 year old came into Blue Cross due to his owner sadly passing away.
Casino is a sweet natured Greyhound
Casino is a sweet-natured dog with a sensitive side. He is between 2 and 5 years of age. He likes human company but wants to be fussed on his own terms.
Outcome
Leo is a very handsome 5 year old cat
Leo with his love heart nose, is one of our FIV+ cats. Abandoned and living as a stray, Leo spent a cold harsh winter without a permanent home before he came to Wood Green, The Animals Charity.
Nemo and Dory the Chihuahuas
Nemo (male, black and white, 5½ years) and Dory (female, tan, 6½ years) are two Chihuahuas who have been with the centre since early January.
Missy is an affectionate 8 year old Boxer
Missy is an affectionate 8 year old girl, perfect in the home . She has had extensive surgery on her back leg and therefore needs minimum exercise only.
Outcome
Jet is a shy 7 year old Border Collie
Jet is a 7 year old neutered, black and white short coated border collie. He was transferred to our centre via another rescue after his owner relinquished him for reasons unknown.
Hook is a family friendly 8 year old cat
Hook is an energetic family friendly eight-year-old cat who is neutered, vaccinated and microchipped.
Tyson is a friendly 10 year old Staffy
Tyson is a gorgeous 10-year-old staffy. He is a sweet boy looking for a home where he can enjoycuddles throughout the day.
Outcome
Daisy Doo is an affectionate 8 year old cob cross
Sweet mare Daisy Doo has the potential to become a lovely ridden pony. This quick-learning and affectionate eight-year-old, 13.
Tess is a lovely 6 year old German Shepherd
Tess came to us earlier this year in a very shocking state – she was completely emaciated and was suffering from irritable skin rashes, gastrointestinal upset and severe anxiety.
Tick and Tux were abandoned in East London
These kittens, Tick and Tux, were brought to our rescue centre in Canning Town by someone who had heard their cries coming from a rubbish-filled alley in East London.
Tetley is a wonderful 7 year old Lurcher
Tetley is a wonderful 7 year old Lurcher who has been at Margaret Green Animal Rescue Lincoln Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre, Bere Road, Winterborne Kingston, Blandford Forum, Dorset DT11 9BP for ov ..
Outcome
Galvin and Garth would like a home together
Galvin and Garth are two very handsome 4 year old boys who are looking for a home together as they have a very close bond and are always together. We are looking for a quite home without children.
Treacle is an ex-free-range hen looking for a home
Here’s beautiful Treacle, an ex-free-range hen who is looking for a home. We coined the name Treacle because of her glossy, brown feathers.
Sparkie is a shy 4 year old Collie
Sparkie is a very shy wary collie. We were told she is 4 years old but she does look older. She is a neutered black and white short coated collie.
Outcome
Handsome Jack the 3 year old Lurcher
This handsome chap is Jack. He is a 3 year old Lurcher who has been assessed to live with children 12 years and above.
3 year old Whitefield is looking for a quiet home
Whitefield has been in Wood Green for over 150 days, and is looking for a nice quiet home. Whitefield was rescued as a puppy in India, along with her mum and sister.