Britain’s most unloved dog who was found dumped on a roundabout has finally got a new owner after a two-and-a-half-year wait.
Teddy the lurcher cross was found in July 2023 by a member of the public.
He was collected by the RSPCA and treated for a serious wound to his back right leg.
It was believed to have been caused by tethering.
Teddy had been tied up on the roundabout in Maidstone, Kent, as reported by Need To Know.
The traumatised dog had clearly suffered a tough start to life, and staff spent months helping him recover physically and emotionally.
Teddy was rehomed in March 2024, but sadly returned to the centre when he struggled with behavioural issues while settling in.
RSPCA staff continued to work patiently with him, building his confidence and helping him cope better in public spaces.
Then, just before Christmas, Teddy’s luck finally changed when he was picked out by Gaz and Wendy White, from Gillingham, Kent.
They visited him 15 times making a 90 mile round trip each time.
“He is an absolute delight,” said Gaz.
“We think we fell on our feet, and he fell on his paws.
“We will love him forever.
“We had cold feet a few times because we didn’t think he liked us.
“But on the fifth visit, I fell in love with him.”
Teddy has now settled happily alongside the couple’s other lurcher cross, Buddy.
Gaz added: “Teddy has brought Buddy back to life after we lost our previous dog, who was his companion.
“He’s like a puppy again.
“Teddy loves a cuddle and sleeps on our bed at night.
“We call him Teddy-roo because he jumps like a kangaroo. If there was ever a dog who needed a home, it’s Teddy.”
Staff at the RSPCA Isle of Thanet Branch said Teddy’s journey had been a long one, but one they were determined not to give up on.
Teddy at the vets after rescue. (Jam Press/RSPCA)
Animal Centre Manager Hannah White added: “We are so delighted to have finally found Teddy his perfect forever home.
“The work our team has put in to allow Teddy to get to a point of rehoming has been incredible.
“There was no chance we were giving up on him, but it’s been a long road.
“Gaz and Wendy were so patient with us and with Teddy, and understood he needed time to figure them out. Now we get to see Teddy at home, relaxed, happy, and even singing with his new canine brother.”
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