17/06/2026
Meet Roxy, a long-stay dog at Northumberland Dog Rescue 🐾
She’s full of energy, but her excitement can quickly become overwhelming — making it harder for her to settle and find the right home.
Our grant has helped the rescue create a dedicated training and meet-and-greet space, so dogs like Roxy can get the one-to-one support they need. From practising loose lead walking and recall to enrichment like sniffy games and simple agility, she’s learning how to channel that energy — and her concentration has come on in leaps and bounds.
She’s even showing off her skills (including dribbling a ball around a cone 🐶⚽) and has a natural talent for agility.
The space is also helping dogs meet potential adopters away from the kennels, in a calmer, less stressful environment — giving them the best chance to make a great first impression and form positive connections.
By supporting both their mental and physical needs, dogs are calmer, more confident and better prepared for life in a home 🏡✨
Because every dog deserves a second chance 💚
