Dogs Trust Salisbury is seeking adopters with rural homes for many of its dogs.

The charity believes that a countryside environment would be the ideal setting for several of its dogs.

These include dogs that have had a challenging start in life, those that are uncomfortable around other dogs or lack confidence, and dogs that have been in the charity’s care for more than six months.

One such dog is Bear, a lively two-year-old Patterdale Terrier.

The team at Dogs Trust Salisbury believe Bear would thrive in a peaceful countryside environment.

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Two-year-old Patterdale Terrier Bear is looking for a home in the country (Image: Dogs Trust Salisbury) Claire Rowe, manager at Dogs Trust Salisbury, said: "It’s not just humans who want to escape to the country.

"Lots of our fantastic dogs are seeking new homes in rural areas.

"We currently have a selection of dogs that would all hugely benefit from being rehomed in quiet locations away from neighbouring dogs."

The charity carries out comprehensive behavioural and veterinary assessments on all the dogs in its care to ensure they are matched with the right home.

Claire added: "Many potential adopters are looking for a dog that can cope with being walked in public parks, going to doggy day care and are comfortable around other people and dogs, but for some of our dogs, this busy life is not for them.

"Instead, they require routines and a much quieter life with minimum interaction with strangers, which includes being exercised in areas that are largely free from other dogs.

"We hope by highlighting some of our amazing dogs looking for the quiet life, we can find them their perfect matches."

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Bear, the Patterdale Terrier, is described as an active lad who would need a family that understands his enthusiasm and are comfortable around his friendly, bouncy nature.

He would need to be the only pet in the home but can live with sensible children aged 16 or older who are confident around lively dogs.

Bear would benefit from lots of mental stimulation, enrichment games and physical exercise to keep his mind and body active.

He is fully housetrained, understands basic commands and travels well in the car.

Once settled, Bear is happy to spend a couple of hours alone in his crate.

His love of food aids his eagerness for training.

His ideal home would be in a quiet countryside setting, where he can settle down with his new family.

To find out more about Bear and other dogs in need of rural homes, visit www.dogstrust.org.uk/salisbury.