Dog lovers looking for a new best friend will be happy to learn there are dozens of dogs up for adoption in Darlington.
Dogs Trust Darlington have plenty of rescue dogs looking for a forever home this month.
We have compiled a list of seven pups hoping to bring some light into their new owner's lives.
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Eli, Rottweiler - 5 to 7 years
This sweet lad has had an unsettled life and needs a patient family who will let him settle into his new home at his own pace.
The Trust said he needs a home with no other pets or children, but is happy to socialise with other dogs.
He can also be worried by men, so a slow approach when meeting new people is necessary.
Eli loves treats and these act as an excellent way to win him over.
Reilly, Labrador Retriever - 5 to 7 years
This canine is looking for an active family who can match his fun personality.
The Trust have said Reilly requires a calm, adult-only home with minimal visitors and no children.
He needs ongoing medical care due to a bit of pain in his hips, and he attends hydrotherapy sessions free of charge at the center.
A cheerful chap who loves taking walks in quiet areas and is comfortable wearing a muzzle.
Staff have said Reilly can be wary of people and dogs, and will need patient owners to help him with that.
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Echo, Rottweiler cross - 1 to 2 years
Echo has been described by staff at the centre as a "sweet girl" who loves her toys and and enjoyd a fuss.
She is looking for a home with no pets but can share her home with children aged 14 or older.
She is currently undergoing hydrotherapy sessions for a previously broken leg.
This pup can happily entertain herself, however, she will need her new family to come and visit her a few times to build a bond with her.
Tamara, Malinois Cross - 2 to 5 years
Meet Tamara, a sweet and friendly 2-year-old Malinois Cross who is looking for her forever home.
Tamara was found as a stray with her puppy, who has since found a loving new home, and has been in our care for a short time.
She loves people and is very affectionate and playful. She can live with children aged 12+ who will take things at her own pace as she can be worried at times.
Winston, American Bulldog, 8 years
This big lout has been described by staff at the centre as a "super friendly" and "affectionate" dog who adores a good fuss.
Winston will need a loving home where he can be the only pet, but he's good with dogs when out and about.
He loves meeting new people and is a big fan of toys and being in the garden.
Winston is housetrained and can be left alone for a few hours at a time according to the centre.
He needs ongoing medical care involving hydrotherapy due to a recent cruciate operation.
Winston travels well and is full of love, and would make an excellent addition to any home.
Arnie, Caucasian Shepherd Dog cross, 2 to 5 years
A big lad and big responsibility, Arnie is looking for a home that will dedicate themselves to his ongoing training requirements.
This beautiful dog has been described by staff as a "big puppy at heart" who loves his toys and a good fuss.
He is best suited to an adult-only home where someone is around to help him settle in.
He can share his home with another dog but he can get easily excited.
Arnie has hip dysplasia, which will require ongoing medication and a physiotherapy plan, to be carried out at home.
Maggie, Lurcher Cross - 2 to 5 years
Maggie is such a sweet little lady needing a bit of a confidence boost and ongoing training.
Because she loves being with people so much she struggles a bit being by herself and so will need her time being left alone built up gradually in a sympathetic way.
Maggie will prefer to be the only dog in the home but would love to have walking buddies to aid her sociability and she does have multiple walking buddies here and loves her doggy chums.
Anyone interested in adopting these dogs can find out more here.
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