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5 months • Maltese cross
Listing confirmed 16 November 2026
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🍂🐾 THE CURIOUS CASE OF BENJAMIN BUTTON… OTHERWISE KNOWN AS BENJI! 🐾🍂 Once upon a time, in a land filled with squeaky toys, comfy beds and unsuspecting humans, there lived a very handsome little fellow named Benji. That's me, by the way! And this is MY story! ❤️ Now, you may have heard of Benjamin Button, the chap who got younger as he got older. Well, I'm a little different. I'm not getting any younger, but apparently I'm getting CUTER by the day! Personally, I think I've always been rather good-looking, but who am I to argue with my admirers? You see, I'm a little gentleman with a puppy heart, a curious nose and a very important mission in life… TO INVESTIGATE ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING! 🍂 CHAPTER ONE – THE GREAT BENJI ADVENTURES! Every morning I wake up ready to explore the world! What's behind that bush? Who left that leaf there? Has someone been digging without my permission? And most importantly, is there anything edible lying around? I'm basically a professional explorer, although my humans seem to think I'm just being a nosy little puppy! I absolutely love going for walks, and I'm rather good on my lead, thank you very much. A gentleman must maintain certain standards, even if he occasionally gets distracted by a particularly interesting smell! 🐶 CHAPTER TWO – FRIENDS, FUR AND A LITTLE BIT OF MISCHIEF! Now, I'm a very sociable little bloke! Other dogs? Fantastic! Cats? No problem! Humans? OH, I LOVE THOSE! I reckon having another dog in my forever home would be pretty wonderful. Someone to explore with, play with and perhaps blame when a toy mysteriously ends up on the other side of the room. Not that I would ever do anything naughty, of course. Adjusts imaginary bow tie and looks innocent. And speaking of toys… I LOVE THEM! Squeaky ones, chewy ones, ones I can carry around looking terribly important. I'm not fussy! ❤️ CHAPTER THREE – THE ART OF GETTING ATTENTION! Now, there's something you should know about me. I LOVE my humans, and I particularly LOVE snuggles! In fact, I believe cuddling should be considered an Olympic sport, and I'm already training for gold. However, occasionally my humans seem to forget that I exist. SHOCKING, I KNOW! So I've developed a very effective communication system. WOOF! Translation: Excuse me, human, I require your attention. WOOF WOOF! Translation: I'm still here, and your cuddling services are required immediately! Apparently I'm a little vocal when I want something. I prefer to call it excellent communication skills! 🌙 CHAPTER FOUR – THE GENTLEMAN RETIRES! After a busy day of exploring, playing and supervising my humans, even a handsome little adventurer needs his beauty sleep. And here's the impressive part. I sleep ALL NIGHT! That's right! No midnight parties, no demanding someone entertain me at 2 am. I'm quite happy sleeping on my own. I'm also perfectly happy spending time outside with my doggy friends, enjoying the fresh air and discussing important dog business. Although, when it's time for cuddles, I expect my humans to be available! 🍂 THE FINAL CHAPTER – MY HAPPILY EVER AFTER! So, dear reader, this is where YOU come into my story. I'm a happy, playful, affectionate little fellow who loves his toys, enjoys his adventures and has an enormous amount of love to give. I would especially love a family with another friendly dog to share my adventures with, and humans who appreciate a little character, a few puppy antics and plenty of snuggles. Unlike Benjamin Button, I can't turn back time. But I can promise to make the years ahead a whole lot more entertaining! And now I'm looking for someone to help me write the most important chapter of all… MY FOREVER HOME! ❤️ Love, cuddles and a very enthusiastic WOOF! Benji 🐾 The little gentleman with a puppy heart and a big personality! 🐾 To apply to adopt Benji, please follow the adoption application link provided.
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