Charm, a three-year-old greyhound, has become the longest-staying resident at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, having spent 461 days in their care. As National Rescue Day is marked, the charity is hoping to find her a loving forever home.
Charm was previously a racing greyhound and arrived at the Battersea centre with little knowledge of life outside racing. Over the past year, her confidence has blossomed, and she has been prepared for a home environment through time spent with a foster family.
Most dogs at Battersea are rehomed within an average of 38 days, but Charm has been waiting over 450 days. Staff say this is largely due to misconceptions about greyhounds, with many people assuming they require excessive exercise.
Hannah Gee, Rehoming Team Leader at Battersea Old Windsor, said: "Lovely Charm lives up to her name in every way. She can be initially cautious around new people, but once she gets to know you, her playful and friendly personality shines through."
Charm has shown she can settle well in a home, proving herself an "excellent house guest" during her foster placement. However, due to past traumas, she would benefit most from a quieter area where she can gradually familiarise herself with her surroundings.
