Northern Ireland

Almost Home NI

Alba is a 4 year old German Shepherd girl with a heart as big as her paws. She’s incredibly sweet with people and absolutely adores attention — especially belly rubs, which she will happily roll over for at every opportunity. If you’re looking for a devoted companion who bonds deeply and loves being near her humans, Alba is ready to fill that role. As a typical shepherd, she’s still learning about the world. She can be a little unsure around other dogs and will benefit from slow introductions and positive experiences to build her confidence. With patience and guidance, she has every potential to blossom. Alba will need ongoing training to help her grow into a well-mannered, confident girl She’s smart, eager to connect, and at the perfect age to shape into an incredible lifelong companion. A home committed to consistent training, structure, and plenty of affection will see her truly thrive. If you’re ready to invest in a bright, loving shepherd and gain a fiercely loyal best friend in return, Alba is waiting to meet you.

The Barn Animal Rescue

Alsa-mazing Opportunity: Meet Our Gentle Giant! Meet Alsa– the almost one-year-old Central Asian Shepherd who’s ready to find her forever home! This big, strong girl is fully vaccinated and will need to be spayed at a date determined by our vets. Central Asian Shepherds are known for their loyalty, protective nature, and intelligence. They thrive on having a strong leader and need someone with breed experience who can provide the time and patience required for training. Alsa is best suited to be the only dog in the household and would do well with children aged 14 and older.If you think you’re the right match for Alsa and can give her the love and guidance she deserves, please submit your application using the link below!Let’s help this sweet girl find her perfect home!

Almost Home NI

Meet Bailey & Chunky Bailey and Chunky are a beautiful bonded duo who have sadly found themselves in rescue due to unfortunate circumstances. Despite the changes in their lives, these two girls remain full of love and personality. A lovable pair aged 4 and 7, Bailey and Chunky are fun, affectionate, and incredibly loyal. They share a special bond and are looking for a home where they can stay together, as they truly are happiest side by side. They would suit a home with children aged 8 and over who can respect their space and enjoy their playful, loving nature. Please get in touch for more information or to register interest in Bailey & Chunky.

The Barn Animal Rescue

Calling All Collie Lovers: Meet Lady, Your Future Best Friend! We’re excited to introduce Lady, a stunning 3-4-year-old Collie who is searching for her forever home! Lady has received her first vaccination, is microchipped, and will need to be spayed. Why Lady?Collies are known for their intelligence and loyalty, making them one of the most trainable breeds. They thrive on companionship and excel in various activities, from agility training to simple family outings. Their loving nature and eagerness to please make them a wonderful addition to any household. Lady's Compatibility:- Other Dogs: Lady can live with other dogs, given a successful introduction.- Children: She would do best in a home with children aged 10 years and older.Collie Charisma:It’s a mystery why these magnificent dogs are often overlooked in rescues. Their gentle demeanour and playful spirit bring joy to every home. Lady embodies the very best of this breed, and we know she will bring love and laughter to your life.If you believe you can provide Lady with the loving home she deserves, please submit an application. Let’s help Lady find her happily ever after!

Paws and People

Bella is a special girl who needs a suitable home.Bella is a beautiful little Cocker spaniel x Retriever who needs a suitable adult only home. She isnt suitable around kids, so needs a home with no kids and if any kids are visiting she would need to be kept seperately. She is crate trained, so could be placed in a crate in a seperate room. Bella is ok with other dogs on walks and can share her play area with other dogs no problem, but she would like to be the only dog in the home as she much prefers her own space. She likes playing with her toys and would play fetch all day if you let her. She is also happy to content herself running around with a toy in her mouth or watching the birds. She does walk ok on the lead in quiet and rural areas, but in busier areas she has a tendancy to pull towards fast moving objects such as cars, cyclists etc. Aslong as she gets her needs met through excercise or brain games she is a happy girl. If she doesnt and she gets bored, she can start staring at shadows/reflections due to boredom. She is used to sleeping a crate at night time. She did have a nipping/biting incident in her previous home when they tried to pick her out of the carboot while she was sleeping, so its believed she may have some sleep startle. We have had no aggression from her during her time with us, she is very food and toy orientated which makes training easier. She is a good girl who just needs a suitable forever home. Before coming into our care, Bella did suffer from ongoing tummy issues. Tests were done and it was discovered she had been dealing with an ongoing parasite infection which required special medication to treat. She has now completed two courses of this medication to make sure all the bugs are dead. But as a result of the years without treatment, she has been left with a sensitive tummy and can have flair ups of soft stool at times.

Almost Home NI

Meet Belle, a 9-year-old Shih-Tzu x Lhasa Apso with a gentle, loving nature. She is a quiet little girl who enjoys nothing more than cuddles on the sofa and curling up in front of the fire after a nice long walk. Belle can struggle with anxiety if left alone for long periods, so she would be best suited to a home where someone is around for most of the day, or where she has the company of another friendly dog. She is good with people, children, and other dogs, although she can be a little shy when she first meets new people. Once she feels safe, her sweet personality really shines through. Belle is looking for a calm, loving home where she can relax, feel secure, and enjoy the comforts she loves so much. •

Mid Antrim

Name: Bert Sex: Male Age: 8 years old Breed: Shih Tzu X Size: Small (12kg) Arrival Date: 01/10/2024Name: BertSex: MaleAge: 8 years oldBreed: Shih Tzu XSize: Small (12kg)Arrival Date: 01/10/2024Bert has had some negative experiences in his life which has led to some fears around meeting new people. Bert certainly appreciates a slow introduction but he is a little guy that’s worth taking the time to get to know. This means that potential adopters would need to be prepared to make lots of visits to the Sanctuary over quite a period of time in order to build up a positive relationship with Bert.When Bert learns to trust you get to see a lovely playful little guy full of energy.Bert also struggles with some resource guarding issues so we would prefer adopters to have knowledge of resource guarding and be prepared to manage this behaviour in a positive way.Bert will be part of our Aprils Wish program so you will have the added benefit of some sessions with a highly qualified behaviourist pre- and post- adoption in an effort to help you understand and manage Bert’s issues.Due to his issues, Bert will need an adult only home.Although Bert has been an only dog we will consider homes with other dogs pending successful meet and greets.AN APPLICATION FORM MUST BE COMPLETED TO BE CONSIDERED We are open Wednesdays and Saturdays from 1.30pm – 4.00pm.If you are interested in offering this dog a home and you meet the criteria listed, then please click on the following link to complete an online application or visit us during the above days and times.If you are being considered we will be in touch to arrange an appointment for you to meet the dog and start the rehoming process.All parts of the form must be completed to ensure your application can be processedIf you are being considered to commence the adoption process you will receive a call from a mobile number ending in 081; due to time constraints there will be a limited timescale to answer or respond to our message.https://midantrim.org/dog-application

Almost Home NI

Meet Betty, our little Pomeranian girl with bags of personality Betty is around four years old and is an absolute character who makes us smile every single day. She’s full of fun, very loving, and is just beginning to discover that life — and adventure — can be a really good thing. Betty loves the company of other dogs and could happily share her home with a canine friend. She enjoys being part of the action and has a lovely, cheerful nature that is starting to shine through more and more as she settles. Betty is still new to the shelter, so we are all still getting to know each other, but so far she has been a joy to have around. We expect her personality to keep growing as her confidence does. A bright, happy little girl who will bring a lot of fun to the right home.•

Almost Home NI

Everyone meet Betty Betty is the most adorable, well-behaved and chilled-out British Bulldog you could wish to meet. She is great fun to be around, has a lovely calm energy, and is just an all-round wonderful girl. Betty currently lives with her daughter Winnie. They are not a bonded pair, but they get along well and could happily be adopted together by someone looking for two lovely companions. They are also perfectly fine to be rehomed separately. Betty is lovely on the lead, gentle, well-mannered, and a real pleasure to spend time with. She has such a sweet nature and there truly aren’t enough positive things we could say about this pretty girl. Betty will make a fantastic addition to a lucky home.

Assisi

This is Max, a beautiful shepherd cross with a heart as big as his paws. He found himself back at Assisi through no fault of his own. Loved by staff both old and new, this gentle giant has charmed everyone who takes the time to earn his trust. While Max is quick to warm up to familiar faces, he can be wary of strangers – particularly men- but with patience and positive interactions he comes around. Once you’re in his circle, you’ll be greeted with bonding enthusiasm, a wagging tail, and a tongue-out grim as he races through the field like a pup, ball in mouth. On walks, Max is strong on the lead but loves a good sniff around. In his younger years, he was more reactive to dogs and strangers when out on walks, now he can cope with both at a distance and is able to glance and return to his favourite hobby – sniffing. Due to his size, strength and history, Max would need an adult-only home as well as being the only pet.

The Barn Animal Rescue

Bruce is a charming 5-year-old Shih Tzu who is ready to find his forever home! He’s had his first vaccine, with the second coming up soon, is microchipped, and will be neutered as part of the adoption process.Bruce is calm on his walks, making him a joy to have by your side. He can live with other dogs after a successful meeting and is suited for dog-savvy children aged 12 and older. Shih Tzus are known for their affectionate nature and gentle demeanor, making them wonderful family companions.Please remember, adopting a rescue dog like Bruce requires patience and commitment. If you’re ready to provide the love and care he deserves, we’d love to hear from you!To submit an application for Bruce, please use the link below. Let’s give this lovely boy the home he’s been waiting for!

USPCA

Bruce is a handsome boy who was admitted into our care through our social rehoming scheme, he is now ready to find himself his new home! Bruce is a happy, friendly chap who thrives on human company, he has an energetic and adventurous personality, who loves spending time out on his daily walks, using his nose to explore the world around him! Once he is settled in his environment and once he gets to know you, he really loves people and loves being the centre of attention, he enjoys spending time with his human friends and just loves to hop onto your lap, where he sits and watches the world go by. Bruce is not used to being left alone for long, so would be best suited to a family who are around most of the time initially to help him settle into the home as he is happiest when he is included in all the comings and goings of daily life! Bruce has two luxating patellas that are a low grade and do not require surgery. This condition does not hold him back in his day-to-day life, and he is able to stay active and happy. To help keep his joints healthy, he will need to continue taking joint supplements, stay at a healthy lean weight, and avoid overdoing exercise. Bruce could live with children over the age of 12 years who have a sensible approach and experience with dogs. He could possibly live with another well-suited small dog upon successful meeting at our centre. It is unknown how he would react around cats.