Rocko was Edmond Elephant

Edmond is a wonderful boy who has been an absolute joy in his foster home. He is incredibly affectionate and super cuddly, adoring everyone he meets – especially anyone he can snuggle up to. He has a lovely way of quietly “sneaking” affection, always finding a way to be close to his people.

Out and about, Edmond walks beautifully on the lead and has happily ignored other dogs he’s passed. In fact, he was far more intrigued by a cucumber at the veg market than anything else – which says a lot about his gentle and easygoing nature!

He is patient, respectful, and just an all-round lovely boy to have around. Despite clearly having had a tough start in life, Edmond still greets the world (and everyone in it) with warmth and trust.

Edmond is currently living happily with other sighthounds, but he could also thrive as an only dog.

Follow us on Instagram or Facebook to see where he goes when she starts his adventures.

In these early days, it’s your responsibility to keep your new dog safe by keeping his world small and calm. Take things slowly and gently build up to more exciting experiences – too much, too soon can be overwhelming and may make the adoption harder for him.

Please remember to stay calm and relaxed throughout this settling-in period. If you feel anxious or stressed, your new dog is likely to feel the same. Greyhounds and some lurchers are incredibly sensitive, emotional souls and are very good at picking up on our moods.

Before applying to adopt, please take a moment to familiarise yourself with the 3-3-3 rule. This is some of the best advice available to help a new dog settle successfully into their new home.

3 days – In the first three days, your dog may feel scared, anxious or overwhelmed. He may also test boundaries as he tries to understand his new environment.

3 weeks – After around three weeks, he should start to feel more settled and become familiar with his routine. This is often when his personality begins to shine through.

3 months – By three months, your new dog will truly understand that this is his home. He’ll feel relaxed, secure and trusting, and much more like himself.

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