Two-year-old Raza, a crossbreed dog found wandering in the woods, has been waiting for a new home for eight months.
Rescued by the RSPCA after being abandoned and reportedly hit by a car, Raza’s journey has been marked by struggle, but now, RSPCA staff are appealing for her fresh start with a loving family.
Raza was first taken in by the RSPCA’s Finsbury Park Animal Hospital in London in February before being moved to RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre in Kent. Since then, Raza has shown a gentle nature and an eagerness to learn, but life in kennels has proven challenging for her.
Kennel Supervisor Laura Bowbrick explained, “Raza has had a difficult start. She was rescued by our teams after being found abandoned, wandering alone in the woods, after reportedly being hit by a car. Raza is such a sweetie and absolutely loves interacting with all of our staff and volunteers here. She loves to do training and learn new things, and loves playing with her toys. But in her kennel, she really struggles and she’s so unhappy in our care, which is breaking our hearts.”
A Loving Home for a Large Black Dog
Raza’s adoption prospects have been limited, with RSPCA figures showing that large dogs take longer to rehome. While smaller breeds are rehomed within 33 days on average, it can take 60 days or more to rehome a larger dog. Bowbrick believes that as a large, black dog, Raza may be overlooked by potential adopters.
“We’re hoping that we can find someone who will see Raza’s beauty, both inside and out, and give her a chance,” said Bowbrick.
Raza’s ideal home would be an adult-only environment where she is the only pet. Her love of treats and her quick learning make her an excellent candidate for ongoing training. Raza already knows several commands, including ‘sit’, ‘down’, ‘wait’, and she demonstrates good recall and heel-walking skills. Her energy and love of the outdoors make her a perfect match for an active adopter who enjoys long walks and adventures.
Dreaming of a New Life
When she’s not exploring, Raza enjoys spending quiet time with the RSPCA staff in the office, often sitting by the window and watching the world go by. As Bowbrick describes, “She’s such a fantastic, young dog who just needs the right family to give her a chance.”
For more information on adopting Raza, interested parties can contact the RSPCA Leybourne Animal Centre to discuss providing a stable, caring environment for a dog in need of a fresh start.
