New lease of life for terrier cross as he finds his '˜forever home'
Rusty is a loveable little chap with a slightly narrower jaw than your average Jack Russell, which gives him a cheeky looking smile. His personality was an instant hit with married couple Mal and Sarene, who have made room for him in their heart as well as their home in Banbridge.
Sarene said: “My husband and I have been dog owners for around 17 years. Our previous pet passed on some time ago and it took us a while to really feel ready to get another dog. We agreed that adopting a dog would be the best route for us as a couple. Giving an older dog, that perhaps didn’t have the best start in life, another chance at their forever home felt like the right thing to do.
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Hide Ad“After visiting the Rehoming Centre in Ballymena, it wasn’t long before we realised Rusty was the one for us. He has so much energy and charm but he had his challenges which we are not unused to, having previously rehomed a three-year-old terrier from another dog rescue charity.
“Having Rusty in our lives has been a really rewarding experience and we would definitely recommend adopting an older dog to anyone looking for a family pet. Older dogs have so much to give and their maturity usually means they can adjust to their surroundings quickly.
Oonagh Phillips, Rehoming Centre Manager at Dogs Trust Ballymena, said: “We are thrilled Rusty has settled in to his new home so quickly and it is clear his personality has really shined through as part of a family again.”