If you’re after a furry companion to cuddle up to through the long winter nights, take a look at these three dogs at Rushton Dog Rescue looking for their forever homes.

All of these pups have been rescued from China and are now in search of someone to give them the love they deserve.

These four-legged friends are looking for particular homes to best meet their needs so be sure to read the descriptions before applying.

If you do feel like you and one of these characters would make a great match, click the link at the end of their profile for more information on the adoption process.


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Bobby

Somerset County Gazette: Bobby is being cared for at Rushton Dog RescueBobby is being cared for at Rushton Dog Rescue

Breed: Crossbreed
Age: Approximately 18 months

Bobby is a survivor of the Chinese meat trade and a very nervous boy.

He is a lovely boy who is great with other dogs but he is terrified of people he doesn’t know. This is something that is being worked on however it is going to be an ongoing thing.

Bobby would prefer a calmer household - a single person or couple would be best. He would love to be homed with another dog or dogs to help with his confidence.

Click here for more information on Bobby and how to adopt


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Betty

Somerset County Gazette: Betty is being cared for at Rushton Dog RescueBetty is being cared for at Rushton Dog Rescue

Breed: Crossbreed
Age: Approximately 2.5 years

A survivor from China, Betty was rescued from the streets along with her siblings and mum.

Betty is a nervous girl who has been very frightened in her early stage of life so therefor she is untrusting of humans until she knows she is safe.

She would need to be homed with other dogs as she is much more confident in their company, the security of knowing she has other dogs around her will make her settle far quicker in her adoptive home.

Betty needs a experienced, a pressure-free zone, with no children and calm adults.

A very secure garden is also a must so Betty can enjoy her outside space safely.

Click here for more information on Betty and how to adopt


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Rama

Somerset County Gazette: Rama is being cared for at Rushton Dog RescueRama is being cared for at Rushton Dog Rescue

Breed: Rottweiler Cross
Age: Approximately 3 years

Rama is a survivor from China and had a really tough time before he was saved from the streets.

Rama loves to be in the company of females but he isn’t keen on men.

Rama is a very loyal once he knows you are kind. He is okay with other dogs but he’d rather live on his own.

As Rama doesn’t like men, he needs a female only household with no children due to his size and over-exuberant play.

Rama needs an experienced adopter, a calm homeand no busy outdoor areas as traffic and bikes worry him.

He needs a good-sized garden or even some land as he has discovered the English countryside is actually very fun and the air is fresh. It also needs to be very secure.

Click here for more information on Rama and how to adopt