Adorable dogs who desperately need a new home in Greater Manchester

The Dogs Trust rehoming centre in Manchester houses up to 100 dogs while they wait for their forever homes. From Jack Russells to Labradors looking for long walks and games, to grandpa dogs just wanting to find a nice retirement home, the centre in Denton has a pup for everyone.

The centre was opened in 2014 with help from supporters and volunteers and offers future pet owners the chance to walk in and meet their potential future dog in person on Tuesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

The Dogs Trust is also looking for foster carers who would be happy to take dogs in and care for them while they wait for their forever home. This gives the dogs a chance to be in a home setting.

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However, the foster carers for the Dogs Trust need to be quite flexible and preferably work from home, or be home quite a lot to give the dog care and attention in this time. Here are some of the dogs currently waiting for their forever home.

Gizmo, nine year-old crossbreed

Gizmo has been at Dogs Trust for over six months. He’s a favourite of the staff and volunteers and even spends time in the contact centre, getting ear scratches and cuddles from staff.

He has a true love for tennis balls and will happily lay down with a ball or other toys to calmly enjoy. Emma, a canine carer at Dogs Trust said: “He’s an old boy, he just needs someone to play fetch and give him a cheeky cuddle. He’s a super nice guy, he’s my favourite.”

As Gizmo is a little older, he is looking for his retirement home. He gets a little worried with other dogs and would be perfectly happy with a tennis ball and a spot to snooze. It has also been suggested that he would make a great office dog.

Lexi, nine year-old Jack Russell

Despite her age, Lexi is a bundle of energy.