Angel

About Angel

Hey there! I'm Angel – both by name and by nature. I'm a sweet, happy black girl with the most adorable glitter-dusted snoot and the cutest little white-tipped toes. I'm a pretty chilled-out girl who walks beautifully on lead, but there's one thing that really brings out my inner showgirl: a good wander around the enclosed garden! Once I get into my stride, my walk transforms into a rather spectacular trot-and-prance routine. My little white-tipped toes look as though they're gliding across a dance floor, while my floppy ears bounce along in perfect synchronisation. Honestly, it's quite a performance! I may not have mastered ballroom dancing just yet, but I've certainly got the moves. I've also recently been putting my independence skills to the test in the shelter's indoor 'flex space' – a big, open-plan office area where I've had the chance to explore a new environment and practise spending a little time on my own. And how have I been getting on? Well, I'm still finding my feet, but here's what my report cards had to say: Test 1: Alone time I spent about an hour in the flex space on my first visit. There was lots to investigate, and I was particularly interested in watching the world go by outside, keeping an eye on people passing and checking myself out in the mirror! I was quite busy and hadn't quite mastered the art of settling, so I'll benefit from more visits and a gradual build-up of alone time. Test 2: Hound for a day I was still pretty busy exploring my surroundings, pacing about and checking everything out. I did manage to settle on my bed, although whenever someone moved, I was up again to see what was happening and say hello! A very good girl, with a little more practice still to come. So, I'm not quite an expert at independent living just yet, but it's early days and I'm learning. With time, patience and a little encouragement, I'm sure I'll continue to make progress. I'm also still learning the finer points of canine social etiquette! I can be quite keen to meet other dogs, so I'll need to take things slowly and have time to adjust to life as a much-loved pet. I think I'd be happiest as the only dog in the home, where I can enjoy all the attention and settle into my new surroundings at my own pace. A safe, enclosed outdoor space would also be wonderful – not only for pottering about and enjoying the fresh air, but so you can witness my rather fabulous prance-and-dance routine whenever the mood takes me! I could potentially share my home with children over five, provided they're kind, gentle and understand that I'll need a little space and quiet while I find my feet. So, if your home and heart could use a little more sweetness, a sprinkling of sparkle and the occasional impromptu dance performance, perhaps there's an Angel waiting just for you! Good with children aged 5 and over.