More about Dallas

Dallas is a gentle, sensitive Lurcher who can find the world a rather worrying place. He is still learning to navigate new situations and will need patient, understanding owners who are happy to let him take life at his own pace. Dallas can be easily overwhelmed by noise, busy environments and unfamiliar people, so finding a calm and peaceful home where he can feel safe will be important for him.

He will need to live in a quiet household with owners who understand that building trust takes time. He isn't a dog that will enjoy lots of hands-on attention from people, and he may initially prefer to keep his distance while he gets used to his new surroundings. When unfamiliar people come to see him, he can often avoid interaction altogether. He can also find groups of people overwhelming when out and about, keeping as much distance as possible. His new owners will need to respect his boundaries, allow him to approach people in his own time and ensure he always has somewhere quiet to retreat to when he needs a break.

Dallas can find meeting new people daunting and often finds introductions easier when another dog is present, allowing him to observe from a distance and choose whether he wants to approach will help him build positive associations at his own pace. Although Dallas can be a very worried boy, once he has built a bond with someone, his affectionate side really begins to shine. With his trusted people, he enjoys leaning against them, resting his head on their lap and asking for more fuss.

He can initially be worried when meeting other dogs but warms up quite quickly. Dallas has shown that the company of another dog can make a real difference to his confidence. He could potentially live with a calm canine companion who could act as a reassuring role model. He particularly enjoys having a walking buddy, and when he feels worried, he will often position himself between his dog friend and a trusted person, leaning against them both for comfort.

Dallas will need a private, secure garden where he can potter about and gradually grow in confidence in familiar surroundings. Walks will need to be introduced slowly, starting with simple outings in quiet areas where he can take in the world without feeling overwhelmed. Passing traffic is particularly worrying for him, so he will need to be walked away from busy roads where cars are passing close by.

Dallas is a unique boy who simply needs a little extra help to feel safe in the world. Beneath his worries is an affectionate companion who, once he trusts you, enjoys leaning in for cuddles and being close to his favourite people. With a quiet home, a patient family and potentially a calm canine friend to show him the way, Dallas has every opportunity to continue growing in confidence and discovering the joys of home life.

Potential owners will need to speak with a Battersea vet prior to rehoming Dallas.

If you have already completed our online rehoming form and would like to know more about Dallas you can e-mail our rehoming team on bow.rehomers@battersea.org.uk to register your interest.

We ask every customer to first complete our online form before we discuss an individual animal, so if you have not filled in our form yet you can find the details on how to do so here https://www.battersea.org.uk/rehoming.

Please be aware that we have a large amount of interest in rehoming our animals, so we are only able to contact those that are a match for the dog you have contacted us about.