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The following dogs are currently at the Stray Dog Kennels and need Rescue Places

The following dogs are currently at the Stray Dog Kennels where they will need to stay for 7 days to allow their owner to claim them.

They cannot leave before the stated put to sleep date.

Unfortunately, the majority of dogs are not claimed so we have to find a safe place for these dogs within 7 days otherwise they are at risk of being put to sleep.

We DO NOT rehome stray dogs directly to the public, but can provide more details on these dogs should they move to another rescue or be signed over into our care.

There are currently no dogs in the stray kennels.

The following dogs are now safe in the care of Rochdale Dog Rescue.

The dogs featured below are now safe in the care of Rochdale Dog Rescue. Once a dog arrives into our care they will be assessed, health checked, neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped. These dogs are available for rehoming; some of the more recently arrived dogs may be undergoing assessment still.

Please note that Rochdale Dog Rescue does not rehome to homes where there are children under 10 years of age.

We also need to ensure that if you do not own your own property the landlord has given their permission for a dog and any garden you have is fully enclosed and secure. We also need to make sure any dogs we rehome are not left 'home alone' all day and lastly that any other dogs you have are neutered.

We rehome within an approximate 100 mile radius of our base (but if you are close to this then please do ask us).

If you think you could offer any of the dogs a loving home then please complete our Rehoming Enquiry Form in the first instance.

Unfortunately sweet Dolly is back with us and is searching for a dedicated, loving forever home.

Dolly was recently returned after showing reactivity (lunging, barking, and growling) towards other dogs when out and about. It’s a challenging situation, but here is the key takeaway from her initial assessment with Manchester Dog Training Academy:

"Her behaviour is rooted in FRUSTRATION, not aggression.
Before her recent adoption, Dolly lived happily in a foster home with multiple dogs and showed none of these signs, which gives us huge hope! Her current frustration is often increased when owners move their dogs away—confirming her need for careful, constructive training.

She has so much potential and enthusiasm, and we are now working hard on a specific training plan to teach her to manage her frustration and choose calmer behaviours."

We need a home where her family are committed to continuing her positive, reward-based training.

If you are interested in giving Dolly the loving home she deserves and helping her continue this amazing training process, please contact us, details as below.

No. 4908: DOLLY (Spayed, Fully Vaccinated & Microchipped)

Dolly needs a new home.

Crossbreed, female, date of birth 16.04.2024. She is a brindle mix, she has a rough coat and she is a small medium in size. She was found as a stray and is now in the care of RDR. Dolly is a very friendly girl.

You will find full details of this dog in her album in the photo's section on Facebook or if on FB by clicking on the link above to their album.

If you are interested in offering Dolly a forever home please complete the form below, please put as much detail as possible, this helps us to build a picture of whether they would be a good match for your family.

Before completing the form please check the following criteria as you will not get a response if the criteria is not met:

* We will not rehome to families with children under the age of 10 years.

* We do like to confirm the landlord has given permission if you do not own your own property.

* You must have a secure garden.

* No cats for this dog as she has not been cat tested.

* Any existing dogs in the family must be neutered/spayed.

* Families must live within an approximate 100 mile radius of our base in Rochdale/Manchester.

We also do not rehome where the dogs are left for long periods each day, this may vary from dog to dog with regards to how long they can be left but any detail about hours and routines is useful for us.

https://www.rochdale-dog-rescue.com/RehomingEnquiry.html

All our animals are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered, microchipped, flea & worm treated before homing unless too young or upon advice from our vet/s.

Thank you to some kind and caring people we have been able to help Dolly! She originally came into the care of RDR on Thursday 24th July 2025. She needs a new home as soon as possible.

No. 4913A: LEXI (Spayed, Fully Vaccinated & Microchipped)

Lexi needs a new home.

Shih Tzu Cross, female, approximately 7-8 years old. She is pale tan and cream, she has a long coat and she is small in size. She has returned to the care of RDR; she is currently in emergency foster with other dogs, cats and older children.

"Here we have Lexi - I collected her along with her Daughter from kennels earlier in the week. I must admit that I knew very little about her as although they had been in kennels prior I have had a lot on and hadn't met her before.

I kind of like this scenario as an experienced foster I do like to go on my gut instinct and read the dog in front of me unphased by history.

Sometimes dogs are in homes/situations & their needs not met which throws up behaviours that do not need to be there & can be erased by routine/exercise & clear boundaries.

I have since looked back through her history & will finish with what kind of home I feel she will need from my experience with her going forward.

Also although Lexi & Coco get along ok I do not feel they are a bonded pair & they feed off each other in a negative way so this write up is only about Lexi as a team here at RDR we have decided that they will be happier if we home separately.

Lexi is about 8 years old. We know that she started out in a home & had at least one litter (Coco is her Daughter). Sadly her owner suffered an illness which meant they were left alone for long periods of time raising concerns amongst extended family & neighbours so they were signed over to RDR.

They were adopted before Christmas but once they got their paws under the table they began displaying behaviours & the adopter being alone struggled to manage them both as they act like a little pack backing each other up. They were returned to us on 5th January and I collected them both on the 6th January. They came out of Kennels all confident as they thought they were off on a walk, into my van they went and we came home.

Once home Coco bared her teeth which was a reaction to her situation (strange van / surroundings & very strange woman in wellies staring at her) and Lexi barked to back her up.

Out of the van they came, I had the foresight to leave leads on and can move like a viper when it comes to smaller dogs! However neither wanted to eat me, it was very much a tried and tested 'If we dont know you we will flash and bark and scare you away' scenario which they quickly realised wasn't going to work here as I'm on a time schedule and was overdue a coffee.

Into my home they came into a quiet room to 'decompress/adjust ' etc & I basically ignored them till feed time because dogs like to weigh you up & work out a survival plan in this new environment. Only time will help them realise they are safe & they don't understand humans crowding to comfort them.

At tea time a miracle occured. Both girls were no longer wary/grumbly or stand-offish. These little ladies are very much food lovers. I was minding my own business doing the evening feeds and felt a polite tap on my calf. It was Lexi gently pawing me and sitting beautifully with her bestest 'I'm a good girl who deserves feeding' eyes. Two dishes of kibble disappeared like a 90's hungry hippo game. Then the slow feeder bowls the previous adopter had packed for them made sense; the pair of them eat like starving Labradors! No fussy lap dog mentality here.

Then the confidence appeared. They realised they had a food source & shelter & both girls started strutting about ready to stamp authority on my own dogs. My own big dogs are super laid back with visiting dogs however my smaller dogs won't accept being pushed about in their own home. I nipped that in the bud at the first hint of potential handbags by telling the girls to go to bed in my 'I've raised 2 sons & own 5 shepherds & 4 lapdogs, two being bratty chihuahuas so don't be thinking you are the boss of me' voice.

They both gave me a glance and toddled into an open crate with a bed. You don't have to be mean to be firm but these two definitely need to be told rather than asked.

We had a few days of establishing home rules & boundaries. They are not allowed to free rein my home. They need to realise like my own dogs that I need to work/shop/clean and leave them in order for us all to play the hungry hippo game twice a day.

They tried their paw at running into the garden to yap as a pair or yap at the door as I left so they got temporarily separated throughout the day.

I noticed during their time separated they relaxed more. They didn't have back up but also didn't have to worry about the other.

So back to just Lexi.

Despite being 8 years old Lexi is fit/bright and active - she is the more confident of the two at being handled. Doesn't mind being picked up/teeth checked etc. She is food mad & I feel would definitely steal unattended food - this may come from abandonment & having to hunt for food. Easily managed and it's not like she's tall enough to counter surf.

She can be clumsy when taking treats. I'm guessing there's a bit of Jack Russell in there and she sometimes goes to grab the treat or food & excitement and grips your fingers - No big issue for an adult but wouldn't want a child offering a treat. She is super polite and will sit/wait for the food - she's just a tad keen & clumsy.

Cats she ignores. Literally averts her eyes like she knows they aren't to be messed with.

Other dogs she has been absolutely fine with calm dogs. She will however 'correct' young, inquisitive or rude dogs a way a bitch would correct an adolescent. She wont do damage but she will send them packing or tell them to pipe down. She has raised at least one litter & is impatient.

I feel that she could be homed with another dog or dogs but would need to be a mature/calm dog & definitely not one with reactivity issues as she will likely join in. My own big dogs are not reactive & she's great with them.

I always say with foster dogs that they are like treasure chests. We see the outer weathered box but once they open up little gems appear. She will hunt out & bring you her lead when she fancies a walk! Now apparently she has been reactive when walked with Coco. As we are not homing together I've not taken her walking with Coco (they have been out together in a secure field) but I have not found her to react while on solo walks or if walked with my own steady dogs.

That said, I always give new dogs space from other walkers, carry treats & of course my 'I've raised 2 sons & own 5 shepherds & 4 lapdogs, two being bratty chihuahuas so don't be thinking you are the boss of me' voice.

This little mature girl is a fun, cheeky & entertaining companion dog that would thrive with someone who wants a proper dog in a small body. She's easy to feed, no need for fancy food as she's not picky. A bowl of kibble twice a day and she's happy. I will not give her high sugar treats - RDR have provided natural dehydrated training treats which we are using (she likes a natural chew at bedtime & will recall in my field in seconds at the hint of a training treat). She will walk as far as you do & then chill out in the home. I'm sure she can be a monkey if her needs aren't met or with an owner she feels she can push but while here, 2 walks a day & tapping into her character by hiding a few treats for her to find 'Ready Lexi... go find it!' a puzzle game & playing retrieve with her lead and she's been a dream. She would suit an active person or couple & can be left while you shop. She sleeps downstairs here & will settle in a crate (I now leave it open so she has access to water). She needs her own person or people to bond with & will bring happiness with a bit of terrier cheek to their home!"

"PS she's probably best to go with no other dogs or a tolerant calm dog as she's a tad bossy with lively or rude ones; she's just handbags & can cohabit perfectly well but she will not be shy in 'correcting' any rude or daft behaviour. She loves people & food!"

You will find full details of this dog in her album in the photo's section on Facebook or if on FB by clicking on the link above to their album.

If you are interested in offering Lexi a forever home please complete the form below, please put as much detail as possible, this helps us to build a picture of whether they would be a good match for your family.

Before completing the form please check the following criteria as you will not get a response if the criteria is not met:

* We will not rehome to families with children under the age of 10 years.

* We do like to confirm the landlord has given permission if you do not own your own property.

* You must have a secure garden.

* Any existing dogs in the family must be neutered/spayed.

* Families must live within an approximate 100 mile radius of our base in Rochdale/Manchester.

https://www.rochdale-dog-rescue.com/RehomingEnquiry.html

All our animals are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered, microchipped, flea & worm treated before homing unless too young or upon advice from our vet/s.

Thank you to some kind and caring people we have been able to help Lexi! She originally came into the care of RDR on Wednesday 1st October 2025. She needs a new home as soon as possible.

NO MORE APPLICATIONS FOR THIS DOG. THANK YOU

No. 4913B: COCO (Spayed, Fully Vaccinated & Microchipped)

Coco needs a new home.

Shih Tzu Cross, female, approximately 2-4 years old. She is pale tan and cream, she has a long coat and she is small in size. She has returned to the care of RDR; she is currently in emergency foster with other dogs, cats and older children.

"This little delight is our Coco or little Miss Coco Pops/Cokey Dokey or Coco the clown as she gets called here as well as the occasional 'Oi little madam.'

I collected Coco along with her Mum Lexi from kennels after they were returned to our care due to not turning out to be a good match for their adopter once paws were under the table. Prior to a brief adoption they had a stint in kennels & prior to that had had a bit of a rough time being left for long periods etc.

We can take into account their past but sadly can't change it but we can take it on board to get Coco & her Mum Lexi the future they deserve.

Coco was quite happy to come with me from the kennels, she clearly thought she was going for a walk. She was ok going in my van. Once home she gave me a good display of pearly whites & a bit of verbal when I went to get them both out of the crate. I removed Lexi first and then quickly negotiated a quick exit for Coco before she got too worried. Once out of the van in an open area she was a tad grumbly but less toothy & I was cautious but she definitely gave me all the indications that this was a habit out of fear and not aggression.

I did what I normally do with new dogs. Put them in a safe area and cracked on with my daily animal slave duties.

Like her Mum Coco is very much won over by food! So come their first meal time any nervous behaviour miraculously disappeared and was replaced by two sets of very eager to show off nice manners in exchange for some dinner. Both dogs love food! No fussy eating from either.

Coco is much led by Lexi and this has become apparent as their time here has gone on. However Lexi is confident in her own right whereas Coco appears to have been raised by Lexi & is not as confident around humans she doesn't know. Both dogs are a mix of 'watch dog/tenting breeds' which makes them super smart/watchful/alert/highly trainable but also lovable rogues if they can get away with it. Lexi has some JRT in her and will alert bark & Coco will follow suit, together they act like a pack & will try to scare unknown humans away (esp males) with an array of yapping/empty threats to scare the unknown entity away. What I have seen from Coco is similar in litter mate syndrome situations & as a team we have already made the decision to split them up for homing this time around. Lexi is a lovely cheeky companion dog & has a separate write up.

Coco needs a different type of home.

Coco has come on leaps & bounds during separate walks & training from Lexi. She bonds with her people & is so much more confident now around strangers. She is a very fit little dog & would love an active home. Despite her early nerves I'm finding her a lot more relaxed with confident handling, routine, boundaries & exercise. I have videos of her running loose, her recall is great. She is absolutely fine with all of my own & my customer dogs. Whereas Lexi is a bossy Mother hen, Coco doesn't rock the boat with other dogs, however is easily led by them so will not be good with a naughty or reactive dog or dogs. She loves running with my Shepherds & will walk as far as you will. Short sturdy legs and plenty of enthusiasm for outdoors. She is great with cats. Sometimes barks if on a lead at approaching humans but pipes down if told ' Oi little madam pack it in and sit on your butt!' She is great in the home - does have the odd accident if you don't let her out often but this is now much less & I'm not sure if it was early nerves. I can lift her/mess with feet/check teeth etc - she has not grumbled at me since day 3. She absolutely loves going out, like her Mum she will bring you her lead. She loves running and carrying things in her mouth - I have a Biothane tag with my mobile number on that i clip to her collar and she will keep catching it and retrieving it for me. She has a lovely long Maltese like coat which will need care & trips to the groomers. Like her mum she will walk over weaker/less confident owners. She will not do well in a home that will not give regular exercise. She would be an amazing hiking buddy & has told me that she quite fancies moorland/beach and lake adventures. She will sit up on her bum & politely beg for treats. She walks beautifully to heel for me. I won't lie if I didn't own 9 and have several dogs in training for various sports & activities I'd keep her!

So this is not just an adoption application - this is more like a 'Send us your CV and tell us what you can offer our cheeky little Miss Coco Pops. You will need to own a crow bar or an excellent home to get her off me!

I feel she would be fine with a steady non reactive dog/dogs. She can happily live with cats. Although she's been the more nervous of the two I find her to be pretty steady to handle so sensible dog savvy children over 10 should be fine (as long as they like hiking!). She does need a savvy, no nonsense home & not being treated like a total couch potato lapdog. See the vids of how happy she is on the moors, if you are not naturally active then please do not apply, she's a young dog and won't be happy in an inactive home."

You will find full details of this dog in her album in the photo's section on Facebook or if on FB by clicking on the link above to their album.

If you are interested in offering Coco a forever home please complete the form below, please put as much detail as possible, this helps us to build a picture of whether they would be a good match for your family.

Before completing the form please check the following criteria as you will not get a response if the criteria is not met:

* We will not rehome to families with children under the age of 10 years.

* We do like to confirm the landlord has given permission if you do not own your own property.

* You must have a secure garden.

* Any existing dogs in the family must be neutered/spayed.

* Families must live within an approximate 100 mile radius of our base in Rochdale/Manchester.

https://www.rochdale-dog-rescue.com/RehomingEnquiry.html

All our animals are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered, microchipped, flea & worm treated before homing unless too young or upon advice from our vet/s.

Thank you to some kind and caring people we have been able to help Coco! She originally came into the care of RDR on Wednesday 1st October 2025. She needs a new home as soon as possible.

No. 4919: LEO (Neutered, Fully Vaccinated & Microchipped)

Leo needs a new home.

Cockerpoo, male, date of birth 11.04.2020. He is black and he is a small medium size; he is currently slightly overweight. He has been signed over to the care of RDR due to his owner's ill health; he is currently in emergency foster with another dog and cats. Leo is a lovely, friendly boy who knows some basic commands; he has previously lived as an only dog but is fine living with the bitch in his foster home.

"This is Leo, a 5 year old cockerpoo who is over weight, he is a big loving softy, but not around his food. If you just leave him to eat then all is good. Leo is a puller on the lead so some training will be needed. He's currently living with a female cockerpoo who is 15 years old and he is a good boy with her. Leo has a ball fetish but this is usually a cockerpoo trait anyway. If the cats run he will runsgfter them but he's not too bad with them. He sleeps on the landing but once he knows he's not getting in your bedroom he goes downstairs either on his bed or the couch and he is no trouble and quiet through the night. "

You will find full details of this dog in his album in the photo's section on Facebook or if on FB by clicking on the link above to their album.

Before completing the form please check the following criteria as you will not get a response if the criteria is not met:

* We will not rehome to families with children under the age of 10 years.

* We do like to confirm the landlord has given permission if you do not own your own property.

* You must have a secure garden.

* Any existing dogs in the family must be neutered/spayed.

* Families must live within an approximate 100 mile radius of our base in Rochdale/Manchester.

https://www.rochdale-dog-rescue.com/RehomingEnquiry.html

All our animals are fully vaccinated, spayed/neutered, microchipped, flea & worm treated before homing unless too young or upon advice from our vet/s.

Thank you to some kind and caring people we have been able to help Leo! He came into the care of RDR on Tuesday 13th January 2026. He needs a new home as soon as possible.

The following dogs have rescue places if not claimed or have a new home ...

The following dogs will be moving into the care of another rescue if not reclaimed or are now reserved and will soon be going to their new home.

There are currently no dogs waiting to go to their new home.

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