Three dachshunds are starting the new year in a new home together after their owner died.
The owner of the dogs had hoped Hattie, Sophie and Phoebe could be found a new home together and had signed them over into the care of the charity in her will so Blue Cross could find them new homes.
The dogs, aged four, 10 and 14, went into the charity’s rehoming centre in Burford in November, where they were cared for in a foster home while they waited for a new home.
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Hannah Wiltshire, centre manager at Blue Cross, said: “It can be hard for us to find a home for pets together, and with these being three dogs of differing ages it was even more of a challenge.
"But we knew they were very bonded and wanted to do the best we could to find them the right home and meet their owner’s request."
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Hattie was also diagnosed with vestibular which means that she has a head tilt.
"It doesn’t require any treatment at this moment and doesn’t cause her any pain or discomfort, but we had to find owners who were going to be understanding of the condition," said Hannah.
However, after just 20 days in the charity’s care, the team were happy to find a loving new home for the trio who headed off just days before Christmas.
Hannah said: “They’re such gentle sweet girls, who all have very different characters.
“Hattie loves to come and have fuss but is happy to go off and find somewhere comfortable to snooze. Sophie loves people and wants affection.
Phoebe is shy naturally and takes time to warm to new people but if she classes you as a friend then she is wanting to be up and close to you all the time.
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“It’s great that we were able to find them a new home so soon and in time for Christmas."
For owners who may be worried about what would happen to their pet in the future, Blue Cross has a Pet Peace of Mind service.
This means the charity will take the animal into their care and find them a new home should the owner pass away before their pet.
For more information visit bluecross.org.uk/pet-peace-of-mind
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This story was written by Miranda Norris, she joined the team in 2021 and covers news across Oxfordshire as well as news from Witney.
Get in touch with her by emailing: Miranda.Norris@newsquest.co.uk. Or find her on Twitter: @Mirandajnorris
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