Spooktacular dog home being looked for in Caithness this Halloween

The Scottish SPCA are seeking a home for a long term resident in the care of their Caithness and Sutherland Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre this spooky season.

Scotland’s animal welfare charity is hoping to treat Buddy the dog to his forever home, after being with the society for over 400 days.

Centre manager Christine Urquhart said: "We hope it’s not witchful thinking that we can finally find a home for Buddy this Halloween. He is a boo-tiful dog who after some initial TLC is ready and waiting to enjoy his life with a new family.

"He is full of life and loves to say hello to everyone he meets. He can be very strong when out walking, however he does respond well to training and has the potential to walk very nicely on the lead when he is focused. It would be great to find a new owner who can continue his training.

"This ghoul-geous lad knows basic commands such as sit and paw and loves to do zoomies around the paddock chasing his ball. He can also jump very high so an enclosed garden with a fence of at least six foot is essential to keep him safe.

"Buddy does suffer from separation anxiety, and will need a home with owners who are around for most of the day to spend time with him.

"Buddy has had trouble with his ears in the past and will require a new owner who is happy to take this on and continue to clean them several times a week. He is very used to getting his ears cleaned now and is happy to sit for this to be done.

"He would prefer not to live with any other animals in an adult only home. Buddy would make a fangtastic companion and we are dying to find him a fa-boo-lous new home."

Anyone interested in rehoming Buddy should apply via the Scottish SPCA website.

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