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Kiki
Smooth saluki Kiki is a gorgeous, loving and gentle girl looking for a home. She is a UK stray who came to Helping Hounds in terrible condition and with a permanently lame back leg. The vets advised amputation, which went very well and she's made a full recovery in a foster home. Kiki is estimated to be about 3 years old.
Gentle and super affectionate with everyone, great with other dogs and children. Kiki is calm and quiet around the house and is clever and responsive to training. She travels well in the car. As a sighthound through and through, she has a high prey drive, so cannot be homed with cats or small furries.
She has some separation anxiety due to everything she's been through and her love of her people, her time alone will need to be built up. Living with another dog may help this.
Recall not tested as she is walked on lead, but assume it will be zero, will need to continue walking on lead and build up recall with training.
All vaccinations up to date. She will need to be spayed at the appropriate time.
IMPORTANT INFO
Thinking about adopting a rescue dog?
Please think about these points before applying:
Many rescue dogs have had a tough past and may need time to adjust.
Some aren’t used to living in a home and could find new things scary.
You may need patience and sometimes help from a trainer or behaviourist.
A secure garden is essential.
Ask yourself:
Do I have enough time and commitment for a dog?
What will I do during holidays, nights out, or if I’m unwell?
Can I cope if my dog takes a long time to settle?
Do I have the finances for food, insurance, vet bills, training, and care?
If adopting a puppy, can I cover the cost of neutering/spaying?
ADOPTION PROCESS
What are the steps to Adopt a Dog from us
1. Browse dogs on our website
See if the dogs you like are a good fit for your home and routine.
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If you see a dog you like, you can apply to adopt them directly.
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If you don’t find the right dog, you can still fill out an application in advance.
Once a dog matching your requirements becomes available, we’ll contact you first.
2. Fill the adoption application
Tell us about yourself and your lifestyle. Adopters are required to complete an application form.
We’ll chat to make sure any dog you choose is a perfect match for you, taking into account your home, routine, and experience.
3. Home visit & Meet the dog
Before meeting a dog, a successful home visit by the rescue is required.
Once approved, you’ll visit the rescue and spend time with the dog. You’ll get to know their personality, ask questions, and see how they interact with you. We’ll discuss your lifestyle and the dog’s needs to make sure it’s a great fit for everyone.
4. Adoption
When you’re ready, we’ll complete the adoption process:
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Sign the paperwork
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Pay the adoption fee (£495). In most cases, this doesn’t cover the full costs incurred by the rescue, so we’re always grateful if adopters wish to make an additional donation.
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Take your new dog home and start your journey together
About spay/neuter:
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Adult dogs will always be neutered by the rescue either prior to homing or, in occasional cases, shortly after with arrangements made with the adopter.
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The rescue does not spay or neuter dogs under 12 months of age, and this cost is the adopter’s responsibility.
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Recommended ages: males 8–12 months; females after their first season (typically 8–12 weeks after). The rescue will ask for proof that this has been done.
5. Post adopton support
Our support continues after adoption. We’ll stay in touch and offer advice as your rescue dog settles into their new home.