Here You Will Find Information About The Dogs

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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.

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

Dolly needs a new home.

Crossbreed, female, date of birth 16.04.2024. She is black and fawn mix, she has a rough coat and she is medium in size. She was found as a stray and is now in the care of RDR. Dolly is a very friendly girl who is strong on the lead. Dolly is still looking for a home, she's a little excitable with other dogs at the minute so until she's had some training and learns how to greet dogs politely we feel that she would be better as an only dog. She is currently in emergency foster with other dogs, cats and older children.

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 came into the care of RDR on Thursday 24th July 2025 and moved to emergency foster on Thursday 14th August. She needs a new home as soon as possible.

No. 4912: RED (First Vaccinated)

Red needs a new home.

Staffie Cross, male, approximately 12 months old. He is a golden colour with white on his chest and feet and he is small to medium in size. He was found as a stray and is now in the care of RDR. Red is a bit nervous of his current situation; he is a friendly boy who knows 'sit', is clean in his kennel and he is good with other dogs.

"I met Red this morning. Red is very handsome and has a lovely soft coat. As Lucy walked him up to me, I could see he was very nervous and lowered his body close to the ground. I put my hand out to him, let him sniff me and then I gave him a treat, which he took very gently and immediately we were friends. I had a little slow walk around with him and he was very unsure. We decided to see what he would be like with another dog, so we met Aunty Cheryl who was walking Macie. Macie was happy to lead the way and Red was happy to follow. Red had a harness on and also a slip lead around his neck, I found that everytime he felt tension on the lead around his neck, he freaked out and tried to get it off. As it was only on for safety, I attached another lead to it, making it longer and I handled him using only the harness and Red was much happier. He is new to walks and kept stopping then darting forward, so he wasn't the easiest to walk but he will get better the more he gets used to things. He found confidence in following Macie and when I tried him up front, he was not happy. We walked through the woods and kept things nice and quiet for him, nice steady steps for this boy. Red is only young and a total sweetheart. He was constantly looking at me and loved every cuddle and stroke."

"I met the lovely Red this morning. Fran brought him out the kennel and I could tell he was nervous. His tail was tucked between his legs, but he was happy to sniff my hand and then take a biscuit. He was very alert to everything going on, and we took our time walking down the lane, and I had to offer biscuit sprinkled on the path ahead for him to sniff and keep moving. When we got to the bottom where the path meets the road, he was very unsettled with the cars and tractor passing and backed against the wall. We crossed over to the grass verge and he enjoyed sniffing and then got his mojo back, enjoying lots of sniffing and little spurts of energy. He seemed happy to see dogs, but we kept a respectful distance, as I was conscious it was a lot to take in on our first adventure out together. His confidence grew and we were out for just over an hour, with lots of sniffing and by the end his tail was up, and he walked back next to the road with no frights at all. He took treats gently and had a little forehead rub when he looked up with his big beautiful eyes. I’m sure it won’t take long for lovely Red to find his way in this lovely world, and will have a spring in his step!"

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.

If you are interested in offering Red 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 he 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.

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 Red! He came into the care of RDR on Monday 15th September 2025. He needs a new home as soon as possible.

No. 4913: COCO & LEXI

Coco & Lexi need a new home.

Shih Tzu Cross, female, both approximately 4-6 years old. They are pale tan and cream, they have long coats and they are small in size; they have now been groomed. They have been signed over to the care of RDR. Coco and Lexi are lovely, friendly girls who are a bonded pair looking for a home together. They have previously lived with a cat.

"Today I had the absolute pleasure of collecting two very special little ladies – Lexi & Coco. Two terrier cross girls I’d say.

As soon as we all met, their tails never stopped wagging. They happily trotted to the car, let me scoop them up and were clipped in safely for our adventure (that’s how I pitched it to them as it was an hour long drive).

I was expecting nerves, noise or travel sickness. Instead I got silence. They were very content in the car. Great start girls well done. Not a single peep the entire journey.

When we arrived they hopped out of the car, tails wagging, full of trust and ready for the next chapter of their adventure.

These two girls are clearly a bonded pair and it was beautiful to see them looking at each other for reassurance and comfort as their worlds have been turned upside down. But they’ve got each other.

Lexi & Coco you’ve already stolen my heart. Whoever is lucky enough to adopt you both is going to be very, very happy.

You’re safe now girls now and loved already!"

"I met the two newbies this morning. Fran and I went into the kennels and popped their leads on. They seemed happy to go out for a stroll and immediately were very friendly. Coco is definitely the most confident and outgoing of the pair and planted her paws on my leg looking for fuss and treats. I’d been warned that they can be a little snatchy with treats but they were really good. We had a lovely stroll along a roadside before heading down to a nice park with an orchard. On the way a man came out of his home and Coco had a little bark, but no issues at all. They walk really nicely side by side, and although they weave a little they are pretty focused and it’s pretty rare for them to stop and sniff. They walk at a good pace and Coco usually takes the lead. Lexi is a little more gentle and tended to walk with no tension at all on the lead and just took it all in her stride. When we got into the park, two dogs off the lead came running over and the Labrador had his hackles up. The two of them couldn’t have handled it any better - they didn’t react at all, or send out any “vibes”, they just let the dogs sniff them, they sniffed a little back, then were happy to continue walking. These two are so lovely and gentle and I can’t wait to see their characters develop. An absolute joy to walk!"

You will find full details of these dogs in their 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 & 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 Coco and Lexi! They came into the care of RDR on Wednesday 1st October 2025. They need 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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