How big? Medium
How old? Adolescent (around 1-2 years)
Male or female? Female
Living with kids? I can live with children (10+)
Living with dogs? I can live with other dogs
Resident dog required? Preferred
Living with cats? I’ve not been tested with cats
Where can I live? I’d like a calm, semi-rural home
Where am I from? Cyprus

About Vicky

Poor Vicky came to us in a bit of a state after being found as a stray. She was very, very shut down and withdrawn, and although we can’t be certain about her history, we don’t think she’s been treated with very much kindness in her short life. She was paired up with another mild mannered pup and the two of them immediately cuddled up together in their kennel. The comfort of being alongside another dog immediately made her feel more at ease.

Vicky is an unusual looking girl and we actually think we might have rehomed her siblings in the past. We can only assume, but we’ve only had one other Dalmatian lookalike litter in the same area. What’s sad is that those other puppies went on to become confident young dogs, whereas whatever Vicky has been through has left her feeling quite uncertain about new people. She is as good as gold but she is definitely quite reserved and anxious at the moment. She is looking for a calm, patient home who can help build her confidence and show her that everything is okay now.

Vicky doesn’t have a bad bone in her body and is a very gentle soul. You can see she really wants to trust humans, but she’s still learning at the moment. She does however really love a belly rub, so we’ve found this to be the fastest way to heart so far! The outside world is still a bit scary for her right now, but she’s gradually taking everything in her stride and learning that she’s safe now.

We think a home with another dog would be really beneficial for Vicky. She really likes being with other dogs and is comforted by their presence, so having a friend would help her to adjust to a companion home more quickly. That said, she has also made a lot of progress on her own terms since arriving in the shelter, and she will approach new people, take treats, accept strokes and she really likes being talked to as well.

Vicky’s ideal home would be based outside of the city where it’s calmer and more relaxed. She would really love a home with a garden, and a patient family who can take things at her pace. We’re confident that given some time, Vicky will really overcome her nerves and once she recognises that she’s home it’ll be a game changer for her. She might be a little more shy than some of our other dogs, but gaining her trust and seeing her shine will be such a rewarding experience. She really deserves a second chance.

Vicky is currently based in Cyprus and has a clean bill of health. She is ready to travel once she finds her forever home.