Several pets in Dorset are looking for their forever homes, including at the Ashley Heath Animal Centre.
Located on the border with Hampshire, the centre offers care for its animals in rural surroundings.
A few animals from the centre are listed below but more can be found on the centre's website.
To help the Ashley Heath Animal Centre carry on their work you can donate to their website here.
Nero
Gender - Male
Age - One year old
Breed - Crossbreed/unknown
Colour - Black and Tan
If you want to adopt Nero you can view their full profile here.
Nero came into the care of the RSPCA after being removed from a large multi-dog household.
It is unlikely he has had much experience of a life outside the one home and garden.
He is looking to find a new home with adopters who are patient and understanding as he needs to adjust to being in a regular home environment.
The RSPCA adds: "Due to the unknown contact with children in their previous home, we are looking for a home where any children are dog confident older teens."
Max
Gender - Male
Age - Two years old
Breed - Crossbreed/unknown
Colour - Black, brown and white
If you want to adopt Max you can view their full profile here.
Max came into the care of the RSPCA from the same multi-dog household that Nero was in.
As a result, he will need patient and understanding adopters so he can get used to a regular home environment.
At first, Max was quite nervous about meeting new people and walking on leads but has gained confidence over time.
Milo
Gender - Male
Age - Six years old
Breed - French Bulldog
Colour - Grey and White
If you want to adopt Milo you can view their full profile here.
Milo is a dog who is described as being full of energy and one who also loves meeting new people.
He would like to be the only pet in the home and could live with dog-confident children over the age of 11.
Initially, Milo will require company through the day to help him settle and adjust to his new routine, but after that he should be fine to be left on his own for short periods.
Gabriel
Gender - Male
Age - One year old
Breed - Crossbreed
Colour - Chocolate/Tan
If you want to adopt Gabriel you can view their full profile here.
Gabriel is described as a "bouncy" and "energetic" dog who loves meeting new people but finds the outside world a little overwhelming.
He has grown up in kennels so has missed out on socialisation and exposure to the world.
Gabriel will need an experienced adopter who has owned large dog breeds before to help him adjust to the outside world.
The RSPCA adds: "We are looking for a home for Gabriel where he will have access to a reasonable-sized, well-fenced garden.
"Ideally, his new home will be situated close to quiet walking areas for him to start building his confidence outside the home."
George
Gender - Male
Age - Five years old
Breed - Domestic Shorthair crossbreed
Colour - Tabby/White
If you want to adopt George you can view their full profile here.
George came to Ashley Heath after being removed from a large multi-cat household and he is now ready to find a new home.
He will need understanding owners to help him settle in as he is quite nervous around people.
It would be best for him to have his own room before being introduced to the rest of the house.
George will also need to be the only pet in the home and not live with any children.
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Sapphire
Gender - Female
Age - Three to six month sold
Breed - Lionhead crossbreed
Colour - White
If you want to adopt Sapphire you can view their full profile here.
Sapphire came into the care of the RSPCA after being found in a property with over 100 rabbits.
She is looking to live with an existing neutered male rabbit and to be gradually introduced to become a bonded pair.
Sapphire can be a little nervous and would appreciate a home that can give her the time and patience to build her confidence.
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