Roy

Roy gives us the excellent and not to be squandered opportunity to pay homage to Ted Lasso’s Roy Kent — the sweariest man on the planet, cursed with a heart of gold.

“Roy is a big, handsome boy who arrived as a stray so we have little information on him,” staff say. As a result, we have no idea whether he knows any choice swear words, but since he can’t talk, we sincerely doubt it. “He enjoys being with people and probably wouldn’t do well left on his own. He is a very strong boy who will need some positive training around walking nicely.”

It seems a lot of the world is new to the Royster — patience and gentle guidance when discovering new sights, sounds and experiences will be important for him. We’d also recommend a beginner obedience course to assess his football training levels and help him bond with his new family over praise and treats, no swearing required.

Please ensure the below information, including the ‘please note’ section, is read in full if you are interested in viewing, meeting or adopting Roy.

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Compatibility guide

May not be suitable with young children/older persons
Loves human company
Secure fencing essential
Experienced owner needed
Limited exposure to the outside world

My health

Paw-fect match

Does your lifestyle and personality match Roy?

Energetic dynamo: Vibrant and spirited, exuberant energy levels, adventure seeking, thrives on activity and excitement.

If you are interested in a dog, please make a booking to visit the Home where that dog is located. We can’t guarantee that a particular dog will still be available at the time of your visit, as adoptions occur throughout the day. Our team updates the website as quickly as possible.

Your booking is simply an allocated time to view all of the dogs, and it allows us to ensure staff are available should you wish to have a meet and greet with a particular dog.

Please remember that if you are interested in adopting on the day, all household members — including any existing dogs — must attend the appointment. It’s vital that the dog meets everyone and gets along with them, and that the whole household is ready to welcome a new family member.

Please note:
• Rental agreements allowing dogs will be required for adoption into rental properties.
• Before adopting a dog, all members of your household must attend a meet and greet with the dog (including small children and existing dogs).
• Whilst the website is live and updates frequently, there is a chance that when you arrive a dog may already have been adopted by some-one else. Sorry, but we cannot put dogs on hold over the phone. You need to meet them first so that we can ensure a suitable match.
• While our Homes are open, not every dog available for adoption will be onsite and available in person. You will notice some dogs are listed as ‘foster care’. This means that they are offsite with one of our amazing foster carers. If you are interested in this dog, please contact the Home directly to discuss suitability and a possible meet.