Overlooked rescue dog finally rehomed after 1,000 days

Overlooked rescue dog finally rehomed after 1,000 days

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Key Points:

  • Bobby, a greyhound rescue dog, was rehomed after spending 1,064 days at Woodside Animal Welfare Trust in Plymouth, where he had been repeatedly overlooked.
  • The dog arrived at the sanctuary in February 2023 and staff feared he might spend another year in the kennel due to lack of interest.
  • Bobby was adopted by Peter Hart, an experienced dog owner, who instantly bonded with him and took him to his new home on Tuesday.
  • Factors such as Bobby's color, age, misconceptions about greyhounds needing extensive exercise, and his reluctance to share toys contributed to his prolonged stay at the sanctuary.
  • Mr. Hart expressed surprise at Bobby's long time in kennels and was motivated to