'Affectionate' lurcher searching for forever home after 176 days up for adoption

A fresh appeal has been launched for a dog that has been up for adoption for almost 200 days with “little interest”.

Scottish SPCA issued a new appeal for a young lurcher, named Crypto, at their Angus, Fife and Tayside Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre.

The “sweet and affectionate” dog has been at the rehoming centre for 176 days but has received “little interest” from those looking to adopt.

Rebecca Raitt, senior animal care assistant said that despite Crypto’s “challenging past” he has a “heart-warming nature” and gets along with staff and visitors at the centre.

The pup is described as being “responsive to praise, affection and treats” and ready to learn with plenty of guidance in his new home.

“Crypto is seeking a home where he can spend his days having adventures and his evenings cosying up on the sofa.

“He has a heart-warming nature, getting along effortlessly with all the staff and visitors to the centre,” she said.

The charity said that Crypto would “fit right in” with family that has older children who are comfortable being around dogs due to him being a larger dog that “still thinks he’s a puppy”.

“This beautiful boy loves exploring the outdoors and having zoomies so will require a secure garden with high fencing where he can play freely with his toys and run around to his heart’s content.

“He would thrive in a home where he’s provided with daily walks or runs in secure areas, along with mental enrichment to keep him stimulated indoors.

“Crypto can be quite selective about his canine companions, often forming close bonds with carefully chosen friends, particularly favouring female dogs.

“With patient introductions and ongoing training in his new home, he can continue to develop positive relationships with compatible companions,” Ms Raitt said.