German Shepherd Petra entered into the care of the charity’s Warrington, Halton & St Helens branch as a puppy in May 2021.
Until now, the charity had actually been not able to rehome her since of court procedures however has actually now been provided the consent to discover the three-year-old dog a caring brand-new home.
Staff at the centre in Slutcher’s Lane, Warrington, state Petra, who had actually invested restricted time living inside a house, has actually made fantastic development and will make a terrific buddy for owners who have experience of big types and anxious dogs.
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Animal care supervisor, Katie Buckley, said: “All the staff have actually not surprisingly grown extremely keen on Petra as she’s been with us for the huge bulk of her life and we’ve invested a lot time in training her, building up her self-confidence and presenting her to brand-new experiences.
“She was nervous about numerous things to start with – and even providing her a bath is something that still makes her anxious – so she’s going to require owners with time, perseverance and understanding who are prepared to put in a great deal of work to acquire her trust and continue the training we’ve begun.
“Petra was just young when she got here however her love of tennis balls quickly emerged. If you discover Petra, there will be a tennis ball – or 10 – in sight, which is why we feel an activity like fly ball would actually match her.
“She stays scared of other dogs, nevertheless, so this is something prospective owners will likewise require to supply continuous assistance for, although she’s improving and we feel this is something that will enhance with time once she’s out of a kennel environment.
“Even though she has her worries, the quantity of love she needs to offer is limitless. We’d enjoy to see her gladly settled in her own location now we’re lastly in a position to be able to rehome her.”
The animal charity said the love Petra needs to offer is limitless (Image: RSPCA)
Petra is believed to have actually invested restricted time inside a house prior to getting to the centre and has actually been having ‘sleepovers’ with a foster carer to help her ended up being more acquainted with a home environment. Centre staff have actually likewise been getting her utilized to taking a trip in a car.
The German Shepherd has actually been on medication to assist with stress and anxiety throughout her long remain in kennels which she will require slowly weaning off when she’s settled in her own home. Her brand-new owners will be provided assistance and assistance to assist with this.
The centre is searching for an adult-only home without any other animals for her, preferably with individuals who have actually had experience of big types and dogs of an anxious personality. Previous owners of German Shepherds would be a bonus offer. She will likewise require a garden to run around in – a rural and peaceful area would be perfect.
To discover more about Petra and the adoption procedure – or other animals in requirement of a home – visit the branch’s website.
