Neglected dogs seek new home together

Two doggy best friends who were frightened, bald and skinny when they were rescued have made an incredible transformation – and are now ready for a fresh start.

Two-year-old spaniel Stella and her best friend, 10-year-old terrier Lady, were rescued by the RSPCA in May after their owner, from Northampton, contacted local vets to ask for help as they were struggling to care for them.

They were taken in by the charity and moved to its Birmingham Animal Hospital before The Cotswolds Dogs & Cats Home took them in for rehabilitation.

Haley Medlock, from the home, said: “When Lady and Stella arrived they were emaciated and had chronic skin problems that had caused them extensive fur loss, and thickened, scaly skin. They were clearly in a lot of discomfort and made for a really pitiful sight.

“They were both really sad and timid and it took us some time to gain their trust. But, after weeks in our care, they started to show us hints of their cheeky, endearing personalities.”

Lady and Stella needed special medicated baths and medication, and after just a few months they now look like completely different dogs – and are ready to search for a new home together.

Haley added: “We can’t quite believe the change in Lady and Stella in such a short amount of time. However, their new owner will need to be committed to continuing their rehabilitation.

“Stella has a bright and energetic personality and Lady prefers the quiet life. They both love countryside walks and snuggles on the sofa. Stella really thrives off of human company and would benefit from having someone who is around for most of the day.

“Lady can be timid but she has built good relationships with our staff and absolutely loves food so can be won over with treats and tasty snacks! These sweet, gentle dogs have been through so much and really deserve to learn how wonderful life can be. They are loving and loyal and will be the very best companions to their new family.”

They’d like a home with adults or older children only and would like to be the only pets. They’re ideally looking for a calm and quiet home. They’d benefit from time and patience to settle into a new home and slowly build their confidence.

To find out more about Lady and Stella, visit their online profile and fill in a Perfect Match form to express your interest in offering them a home.

If you can’t offer this delightful pair a new home, why not sponsor them? Sponsor Lady and Stella – or one of the home’s other residents – online by pledging £2.50 or more a week.