Homes For Pups: Dog abandoned in freezing conditions hoping for a second chance
She was abandoned in a snow-covered garden for three days.
Police feared the nine-month-old Staffy cross was dead when she was found at a Derbyshire property in November 2024.
Shivering and lying in the snow, the frightened puppy was collected by an RSPCA officer and taken for veterinary treatment before moving to a private kennel where she was looked after on behalf of the charity.
Last April, she was transferred to the RSPCA Lancashire East Branch’s rehoming centre near Accrington, and is currently in foster care.
Now just over two-years-old, Bonnie, who is believed to be part Belgian Malinois, has only had a handful of rehoming enquiries and is the centre’s longest-staying dog.
Sue Abraham, the branch’s Fostering Co-ordinator, said: “Bonnie was finding kennel life very stressful, but thanks to one of our amazing foster carers, she’s been able to enjoy the creature comforts of a home environment where we’ve been able to continue to support her rehabilitation and help her heal from her past experiences as she waits for a new home.
“Bonnie can be very excitable, especially when she meets new people, so she’s having ongoing training to help her stay calm, which has really benefited her. She’s already been doing some dog socialisation work with us, which has been going well, but she’ll need to continue this in her new home.
“She’s a really sweet and affectionate girl who thrives on attention and cuddles, but she can be a little sensitive to loud noises, so she’s looking for a calm and understanding home. We think she’d suit an active, adult-only household where she can continue her training and enjoy plenty of enrichment and playtime.
“She’s doing so well in her foster home, and whoever is lucky enough to adopt Bonnie will be sure to have a very loving and loyal companion.”
Initially, Bonnie would be best as the only pet in the household while her socialisation work continues, and any children will need to be older, as she can be boisterous, says the charity.
To adopt her, call 01254 231118 or visit https://www.rspca-lancseast.org.uk/dog/bonnie/c772c366-dca8-44ac-b2ba-8ef94dbde9dc
To learn about fostering, email [email protected]