Lurchers can typically spend longer within the charity’s care than different breeds, regardless of their loving nature.
Dogs Trust is now asking folks to contemplate giving a without end home to one in all its long-legged residents .
Lurchers are sighthounds (corresponding to a Greyhound, Whippet or Saluki) crossed with one other breed, and due to this fact differ in measurement, with variable hair lengths, and are present in all kinds of colors. They are identified for his or her lengthy, swish frames, deep chests, and loyalty as a companion.
So far this 12 months, greater than 350 have come into Dogs Trust’s care throughout the UK.
Adel Burnett, supervisor at Dogs Trust Shoreham, stated: “Lurchers tend to spend longer in our care than other breeds and are often overlooked. So, it’s important for us to try and dispel any misconceptions that may exist about the breed and urge people not to rule out a Lurcher as their perfect pet.
“Lurchers are loyal dogs that form very strong bonds with their owners. They are trustworthy and renowned for being affectionate so will bring a lot of love to their owner’s lives. It is a myth that they need a huge amount of exercise and long walks, they do need regular exercise like every dog, but they also very much relish lounging on the sofa. Lurchers really are at their happiest when they are with their owner, the one they love.”
To discover out extra in regards to the Lurchers at present ready to be adopted at Dogs Trust, go to: www.dogstrust.org.uk/dog-advice/getting-dog/breeds/lurcher
One loveable lurcher ready for his or her without end home at Dogs Trust Shoreham is Tula – a brilliant, younger canine who likes to study.
Tula would make a incredible companion to an energetic household who want to do a number of enjoyable coaching with their canine, and who can decide to maintaining the assorted coaching plans that her carers have carried out on the centre.
She finds it overwhelming to be with different dogs and animals, and is extra snug along with her human pals. She might want to go for walks in quieter areas.
Tula can be finest suited to a home with older, secondary-school aged kids who’re assured round vigorous pooches.
