If you are in a position to take on a new pet, rescuing one in from a shelter is always worth considering.

There’s no shortage of animals in need of a forever home who might just make the ideal addition to your family.

From tiny terriers to a great big greyhound/husky crossbreed, there’s a wide range of four-legged friends looking for a forever home at Waggy Tails Rescue in Wimborne right now.

Here are six of the pooches looking for that someone special to give them the love they deserve and there are even more on the Waggy Tails Rescue website.

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Celia

Bournemouth Echo:

Breed: Maltese Terrier

Age: 9 years

Celia is initially nervous with people and other dogs but is progressing well.

She is definitely a character when you get to know her too.

For details on how to adopt Celia, visit the Waggy Tails Rescue website.

Willow

Bournemouth Echo:

Breed: Greyhound cross Husky

Age: 3 years

Willow is initially a shy girl, but once she knows you, she is very friendly and excited to see you.

True to her husky side, she can be quite vocal too.

She will lean against your leg when she wants attention, and is very clever knowing commands such as sit, give paw and lay down.

An active dog, she enjoys running around and playing fetch with the tennis ball.

Willow can sometimes be reactive on the lead towards things that scare her but with the right patience, love and time, Willow will be a very loyal, loving best friend.

For details on how to adopt Willow, visit the Waggy Tails Rescue website.

Dudley

Bournemouth Echo:

Breed: Shih Tzu cross

Age: 13 years

Dudley is very affectionate and despite having very limited vision gets around remarkably well.

He loves his walks and is looking for a quiet retirement home.

For details on how to adopt Dudley, visit the Waggy Tails Rescue website.

Flower

Bournemouth Echo:

Breed: Saluki Cross

Age: 2 years

Flower is an elegant, gentle, loving girl who gives warming cuddles and loves attention.

She still has a lot to learn as she hasn’t had the best start to life being a stray, but with time and patience she will learn as is eager to please.

For details on how to adopt Flower, visit the Waggy Tails Rescue website.

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Daisy & Scamp

Bournemouth Echo:

Breed: Jack Russell

Age: 6 years

Daisy and Scamp are both very friendly with people.

Scamp is a cheerful bouncy little boy who is very good with other dogs. He loves cuddles and will approach anyone for them.

Daisy is a very loving girl who loves to be centre of attention. She will nudge under your hand for more strokes.

She is a bit wary around other dogs and looks out for her brother. They have a strong bond so will need to be rehomed together.

For details on how to adopt Daisy & Scamp, visit the Waggy Tails Rescue website.