This handsome boy is Pluto, a 7-year-old with a huge personality and so much love to give. He has been with us since 2023 and is more than ready to find the safe, loving home he truly deserves.

Pluto’s story has not been an easy one. He was found abandoned in Hull, tied to a lamppost overnight in freezing temperatures. He was already known to the dog warden after being recovered so many times. Despite everything he has been through, Pluto has kept his spirit, his character, and his trust in people.

He is a real character — clever, funny, easy-going, and full of life. Pluto is also very smart and likes to keep you on your toes. He does have a mischievous side and is a bit of an escape artist, so he will need a secure environment and someone who understands how switched on he is.

• Large, secure garden
• Experienced and understanding owner
• Children aged 10+ due to his size
• Can live with dogs, especially females
• No cats, birds, or small furries
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Pluto has pollen allergies which are well managed with Apoquel. The rescue will continue to fund this treatment.

Pluto has waited a long time for someone to see the wonderful dog he is. He does not need perfection — just someone willing to give him the chance he deserves.

If you think you could offer Pluto his forever home, please get in touch.

Beautiful Nellie is searching for the right home where she can finally feel safe, secure, and loved.

Nellie was abandoned on an empty travellers site, and sadly that experience has left its mark. Because of what she has been through, she struggles with separation anxiety and finds being left alone difficult. She will need an understanding home willing to give her patience, reassurance, and time to settle.

She is currently in foster care where she is doing really well. Her wonderful foster family are working hard with her on crate training, as she can become destructive and chew when anxious or left alone. With consistency, kindness, and the right support, Nellie is making great progress.

Nellie absolutely loves the other dogs in her foster home and has shown that she really benefits from canine company. For that reason, she would need to live with another friendly dog in her forever home. She has also previously lived with cats.

• Patient and understanding owners
• A home with another dog
• Someone willing to continue her training and build her confidence
• A calm environment where she feels secure
• Can live with cats

Nellie has no health issues and is due to be spayed shortly.

She has her whole life ahead of her and deserves the chance to enjoy it with a family who will love her for who she is. Nellie is ready for her happy ending.

If you think you could offer Nellie the caring home she needs, please get in touch.

Rusty - The one who is looking for someone to love him as much as he loves Hoomans

Rusty is a 4 year old border collie who found himself in the pound through no fault of his own after his elderly owner sadly died. 

Rusty is not well socialised, however he is adapting well. A little scared of men and not a fan of children. 

He is good in all ways, clean in his kennel. Great with the other dogs but not small animals or birds. 

He is house trained and very clean. Good at crate travel and improving very much on the lead. 

He is going to have a chemical implant for castration at the beginning of May and will be fully neutered in 6 months time if it doesn’t  affect his temperament.

Lovely Tilly is searching for a very special home where she can continue to grow in confidence and enjoy the simple life she loves.

Tilly was transported from Eastern Europe in 2021. She arrived as a very feral and frightened dog who relied heavily on her sister for comfort and support. Sadly, they were separated during transport, which was incredibly hard on them both.

Since then, Tilly has shown everyone what a sweet and unique little soul she is. She loves the simple things in life — her house, her pen, her routine, and all the little treasures she likes to collect from the other dogs’ kennels when they are out playing. She really is like a little mermaid with her trinkets.

Tilly will need a home that understands she cannot be rushed. She will need plenty of time, patience, and kindness to settle into a new environment and learn to trust at her own pace.

One thing we do know is that Tilly needs a constant canine companion. She would be happiest with an easy-going male dog who does not mind being gently bossed about now and then.

• Calm, patient, understanding owners
• Time to let her settle at her own pace
• A resident male dog for companionship
• A secure home with routine and consistency
• People who appreciate the little things in life
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Tilly is a gorgeous little dog who loves her life, enjoys long walks, and deserves a future filled with safety and love.

If you think you could offer Tilly the special home she needs, please get in touch.

Pearl 

Pearl has joined us recently from the pound after been abandoned by travellers when they moved on. 

She has been bred from a lot and was skeletal. It has left her with scavenger tendencies unfortunately. 

Very nervous and gentle, such a sweet girl. 

She is great with other dogs and loves children. 

Very respectful of the 2 lifers we have in the home that are chihuahua crosses! 

She has met the farm cats and wound chase if they ran. She Fosters in our home with birds but is not allowed to be in the kitchen when the parrots are free flying. She does have a prey drive but it’s not very strong but enough not to place her with animals she can chase or catch. 

Saluki x whippet around 5 years old.

She’s putting on weight slowly but surely and will be vaccinated soon with neuter to follow. 

Separation anxiety causes her not to be happy to be closed in but she is happy left for a couple of hours max when she is settled and relaxed.

Some of our dogs cannot be rehomed and will stay with us for life. They still need everything any loved dog needs — safety, food, veterinary care, warmth, patience, and people who will not give up on them. Right now, some of them are desperately in need of sponsors.

More information to follow.

Andrea Waddington sponsors Clover, who is pictured above. Andrea says she has a soft spot for those with attitude, and Clover may not be a person, but she certainly ticks that box in a dog’s world.

Clover belongs to Spaniel Assist and is fostered by us at Ruffs Rescue due to her many behavioural issues.  Clover has come from an abusive past and this sadly has meant she doesn't trust many.

Clover needs careful handling, which sadly means she cannot be rehomed. But being unable to live in a home does not make her any less deserving of love, comfort, and a good life.

Clover is not the only dog who will remain with us for life. Caring for our lifetimers takes huge amounts of love, time, energy, and money every single day.

If you feel you could sponsor Clover or another of our forever dogs, please get in touch.