Adopt a dog
Archie
D027/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Lhasa ApsoA bit about Archie
Archie needs an experienced owner as he needs alot of work doing with him. He as been spoilt in his previous home and can be very stubborn. A home without other animals would be better and older children 12 years and above may be ok. Please note we will be looking to match this dog with a home...

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Bobby
D036/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Bobby
Bobby is a very hyper dog,who will need furtherlead trainingas he grabs at the lead and wont let go. Bobby needs a experienced dog owner. He may go with another dog but no cats or

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Cass
D011/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Cass
Cass needs a home with older children preferably 16years and over. A home without other dogs or cats will be required. A home where someone is at home during the day as she isn't keen on being left.

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Chico
D108/2012
Type:
DogBreed:
Bull TerrierA bit about Chico
Chico is a sweet dog but is very scent orientated and getting his attention is very hard as he always has his nose to the ground. Chico will need an experienced bull breed owner who is committed to his training needs. He can not be homed with children, cats or other dogs. Once away from the every...

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Diesel
D015/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Diesel
A typical giddy staffy who as some basic commands sorted but needs some work on others. He can be quite pully on a lead and is a bit keen with toys to the point on not wanting to give them up freely. Children 10 yrs and over and he may accept another dog, A home without cats for him.

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Francis
D045/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Jack Russell TerrierA bit about Francis
Francis is a nice girl who is looking for a home where there is lots of love and affection, where she and her mother Freda can enjoy the company, no other animals for her and children need to be 7+, Francis will need some basic training.

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Freda
D046/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Jack Russell TerrierA bit about Freda
Freda is a nice girl who is looking for a home where there is lots of love and affection, where she and her daughter francis can enjoy the company, no other animals for her and children need to be 7+

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Geordie
D004/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Geordie
Geordie is quite insecure & over keen to please. He is very hyper & needs an owner who is calm & soft spoken around him in order to counteract his hyper behaviour. When calm he listens & responds quite well but he does need a lot of training in basic commands. A home without children for Geordie....

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Jess
D048/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Jess
Jess is an excitable dog who loves to play, she has lived with other dogs so she should be ok to live with one, introduction would be necessary, Jess is curious around cats but does not appear to take much notice she may accept a cat in her new home, Jess should be ok to live with children 5 years...

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Leo
CD018/2012
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Leo
Leo is a big dog but very sweet natured. He would be best suited to an owner who is used to big breed dogs. A home without children or cats for him but other dogs should be fine.

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Millie
D049/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
PointerA bit about Millie
Milly is a lovely dog who is very bouncy, she gets on with other dogs but would be best suited to a dog who is calm and tolerant, Millie should be fine to live with cats and children 5+, adopters need to know that she is quite giddy and has lots of energy, she has been clean in her kennel and has...

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Pip
D030/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Pip
Pip is a lovely dog who has not been treated properly and can at times be submisive. Pip has lived outside all her life and may need some house trainig although this should take no time at all as she is very reponsive and willing to learn. She should be fine with cats and other dogs, although a...

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Prince
D101/2012
Type:
DogBreed:
Staffordshire Bull TerrierA bit about Prince
A very excitable chap who needs a home with children over 15 years of age. No other dogs or cats in the home for Prince.He can be toy obsessive so care would be needed around toys.

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Rebel
D033/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
American BulldogA bit about Rebel
Rebel is a very boisterous, giddy dog who has had very little training prior to coming to the centre. At only 12 months old he is still a baby & needs educationg in the right behaviour for a big dog using reward based training. He needs an owner who will be firm with him & not allow him to run...

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Rex
D001/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Shar PeiA bit about Rex
Rex is a lively, playful dog who would benefit fro further training. He would be best in a home with someone who isused to big dogs. No children or other animals for him.

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Roxy
D029/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Roxy
Roxy is a very insecure little dog who is unsure of new surroundings. She really wants to please but her confidence is not good. She needs a patient owner who can build on her trust issues & work at basic training. A home without children or cats. She may accept a male dog.

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Sally
D098/2012
Type:
DogBreed:
English BulldogA bit about Sally
Sally is a very strong dog who needs a home with no children or other animals. A home with an owner who has experience with bull breed type would be more suited for Sally.

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Sophie
D047/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Sophie
Sophie is a very sweet dog who can get a little giddy off the lead, she has lived with other dogs so should be fine with them she has lived with cats but may chase as a game. She will be fine to live with children of any age but they should always be supervised. Sophie is a lovely girl who needs a...

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Stella
D009/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Staffordshire Bull TerrierA bit about Stella
Stella is very nervous at the moment and unsure of new places and people. Once she trusts you she is lovely. Stella needs a home without children and is scared of cats, althought she seems ok with other dogs, she would need a lot of introducing as she isnt sure of what to do.

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Suzie
D050/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Labrador RetrieverA bit about Suzie
Suzie is a timid girl who hasn't had the best of times. She needs plenty of cuddles in a home where there isn't alot of noise, so older children 12 years and over is ideal. She may accept another dog and maybe a cat. She is shy at first but as soon as she knows you she is fine.

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Tess
D023/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
RottweilerA bit about Tess
Tess is still a very young dog, who needs to learn basic commands.Tess is very lively so children 10+ for her. She may accept another dog but no cats.

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Toby
D044/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Staffordshire Bull TerrierA bit about Toby
Toby is an energetic dog who loves toys & treats so used correctly as part of his training he will respond well. He is possessive of toys & wants to keep hold of them but not aggressivley. A second toy or treat can be used to swap or take the toy from him. He is a typical staffy in that he likes to...

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Turbo
D014/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Turbo
Turbo is quite nervous & has not been socialized much at all. He needs an experienced dog owner who will be able to train him whilst observing signs of what makes him uncomfortable & respecting his boundaries. He understands some basic commands but more work is needed. A home without children &...

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Twiggy
D021/2013
Type:
DogBreed:
Cross BreedA bit about Twiggy
Twiggy is an excitable dog who is full of energy. She does need further training & would be best suited to someone who has had bull breeds before. No dogs, cats or children for her. Twiggy has a lot of love to give & with the right owner will make an excellent companion.

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Adoption Procedure
Adopting an animal from the Altham animal centre is not as easy as turn up, choose an animal and go home. But don't let that put you off!
The animals in our care are very precious to us and we want to ensure that their new home and owners are suitable, so that the new owner and the animal have the best possible start. With this policy in mind, there are certain things that we need to check. For example, anybody who wishes to adopt an animal will require a home check before the animal can leave the centre.
Please do not expect to turn up, choose a pet and leave. Many people do and feel disapointed that this isn't the procedure.
Here is a quick and simple guide to the adoption process
1 : Visit the animal centre and select an animal
2 : Fill in an adoption Questionnaire
3 : Meet the animal or walk the dog
4 : If meeting is successful, place a reserve fee on the animal
5 : Dogs must be walked twice on seperate occasions
6 : All family members must meet a cat or dog. If other dogs are owned they must be brought to the animal centre to meet with the dog being adopted
7 : A home visit will be carried out
8 : If the home visit is successful an appointment must be made to collect the animal
9 : When collecting the animal, all adoption paperwork will be completed and the balance of the adoption fee paid. Please bring ID with you
10 : All cats and small animals must be transported in a suitable carrier
11 : All dogs must leave the premises with a suitable collar, dog tag and on a lead
Six to eight weeks after adoption, a follow up home visit will be made to see how the adoption has gone
Important note : Some animals may leave the animal centre before they have been neutered. A free neutering voucher will be issued which must be used within 6 months of the adoption date.
Adoption Fees
The fee to adopt a dog is £110.00 with a deposit of £10.00
The fee to adopt a cat is £55.00 with a deposit of £10.00
The fee to adopt a rabbit is £30.00 with a deposit of £5.00
The fee to adopt a ferret is £30.00 with a deposit of £5.00
The fee to adopt a guinea pig is £15.00 with a deposit of £1.00
The fee to adopt a hamster is £5.00 with a deposit of £1.00
IMPORTANT
• DEPOSITS MUST BE PAID IN ORDER TO RESERVE AN ANIMAL FROM THIS CENTRE
• THE DEPOSIT WILL BE DEDUCTED FROM THE ADOPTION FEE ON COLLECTION OF THE ANIMAL.
• DEPOSITS ARE NON REFUNDABLE
• NO ANIMAL CAN BE RESERVED UNLESS A DEPOSIT HAS BEEN PAID
• PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGE
