Jupiter could qualify for Britain's most isolated pooch after spending over half his life searching for his forever home
Animal lovers may dread to think about a dog being unable to find a loving home. But an adorable pooch may qualify for the heartbreaking title of Scotland's loneliest dog after spending the majority of his life in a shelter.
Jupiter is a six-year-old Doberman who has spent a saddening three and a half years – that's more than 1,300 days – in the Dogs Trust in Glasgow. The “loyal” canine has been desperately hoping owners snap him up since he came into Dogs Trust care in April 2021.
Jupiter is a bit of an enigma – he came into the shelter as a stray so his past life is a mystery. Despite his puzzling past, animal welfare officials are adamant the dog is the perfect candidate for a home, albeit one with no other pets or children. And they are painstakingly searching for the right owner to take Jupiter off their hands once and for all.
Sandra Downie, Manager at Dogs Trust Glasgow, told Daily Mail: “Jupiter is the most affectionate of dogs, and we all adore him.
“He is one of our ‘Underdogs’ which is the term given to dogs who have been in our care for more than six months, but why he has been with us for so long is a complete mystery to us.
“Since he arrived in 2021, we have found homes for hundreds of dogs, but Jupiter continues to be overlooked by potential adopters.”
Jupiter is a “Velcro dog,” a phrase that describes canines who love being close to their owners. Although he forms a strong bond with his friends, he can be a bit anxious with new people and places and is “worried” by other dogs.
This means adopters will need to work slowly with Dogs Trust to build a bond and prepare him for life in his forever home. He is best walked in quiet places and happily wears his muzzle, and may be ready for walking buddies soon.
“He’s spent a lot of time on sleepovers with his favourite handlers and proven that he’s fully housetrained… but will need to have his own secure garden with high fence as he loves to play off-lead,” the Dogs Trust went on.
Jupiter will initially be a “project,” but if you are a calm and predictable, adult-only home that can provide him with a good routine and training, the charity promises Jupiter “will repay you with a lifetime of love and fun.”
