If you’ve entered 2025 and realised you have a dog-shaped hole in your life, this is a perfect opportunity to rescue a pup.
At Dogs Trust Darlington, there are dozens of dogs awaiting the chance to find a new an loving family.
Each week, we showcase four dogs at the trust up for adoption – could any of them be your new best friend?
Bruno
Bruno the Mastiff Cross’ profile describes him as a “sweet lad”, who needs a quiet home he can settle into.
A garden to lounge in and humans to dote on him only would be his idea of heaven.
Bruno the dog. (Image: DOGS TRUST DARLINGTON)
Chief
This goofy rottweiler is aged between two and five – and is said to love a roll around on the sofa and playing with his toys.
His new family should only have children aged 14 and above and should be the only dog in the home.
Chief the dog. (Image: DOGS TRUST DARLINGTON)
Val
A stress-free home with quiet and understanding humans is what Val the Belgian Shepherd is looking for.
Her profile reveals that if you strike up a bond with her her affectionate nature will shine through.
Val the dog. (Image: DOGS TRUST DARLINGTON)
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Zena
Beautiful Zena, nicknamed ‘the ballerina’, is described as a clever girl who loves nothing more than exploring.
She’s a bulldog cross, is fully trained and is even said to enjoy a ride out in the car.
Zena the dog. (Image: DOGS TRUST DARLINGTON)