"Roo is a beautiful blue staffy girl who is around 5 years old and after a difficult start in life This beautiful soul is hoping to find a home where she can be someone’s companion and to enjoy the simple things in life. She was bought to Bristol ARC by the RSPCA who had to intervene in her previous home as she needed medical attention. They have since given her the care and love she has deserved all along. Likely due to her past, she will show appeasement behaviours when she is a little worried. It would be beneficial that her adopters have experience with this or would be happy to research appeasement signals as this is something Roo does frequently. The wonderful Animal Carers will talk you through this when you meet Roo and continue the good training they have done with her. For this reason, Roo would need to live with adults only. Roo is currently in a foster home where she is thriving by having routine and lots of cuddles too. Bristol ARC’ve found out she isn’t overly fussed playing with toys but she loves her food and will gladly accept a nylabone to settle down and chew on. She walks nicely on her lead and wears her harness like a good-girl for her short walks. She’s friendly with other dogs and gets wiggly and excited when seeing other dogs. She could potentially live with another, easy-going dog pending successful introductions at Bristol ARC. They have identified that Roo has luxating patella (knees) this doesn’t affect her day-to-day and she is such a happy girl! They want to ensure Roo is set up for the best quality of life in her future, so once she is adopted and settled, Bristol ARC would invite her back to Bristol ARC to have patella surgery. Recovery in her new loving home will be the best option for her success. Quite typical for a staffy, Roo also has some skin allergies but she is doing great now and is happily managed by a sensitive diet and prescription medication for healthy skin."placeholder image
"Roo is a beautiful blue staffy girl who is around 5 years old and after a difficult start in life This beautiful soul is hoping to find a home where she can be someone’s companion and to enjoy the simple things in life. She was bought to Bristol ARC by the RSPCA who had to intervene in her previous home as she needed medical attention. They have since given her the care and love she has deserved all along. Likely due to her past, she will show appeasement behaviours when she is a little worried. It would be beneficial that her adopters have experience with this or would be happy to research appeasement signals as this is something Roo does frequently. The wonderful Animal Carers will talk you through this when you meet Roo and continue the good training they have done with her. For this reason, Roo would need to live with adults only. Roo is currently in a foster home where she is thriving by having routine and lots of cuddles too. Bristol ARC’ve found out she isn’t overly fussed playing with toys but she loves her food and will gladly accept a nylabone to settle down and chew on. She walks nicely on her lead and wears her harness like a good-girl for her short walks. She’s friendly with other dogs and gets wiggly and excited when seeing other dogs. She could potentially live with another, easy-going dog pending successful introductions at Bristol ARC. They have identified that Roo has luxating patella (knees) this doesn’t affect her day-to-day and she is such a happy girl! They want to ensure Roo is set up for the best quality of life in her future, so once she is adopted and settled, Bristol ARC would invite her back to Bristol ARC to have patella surgery. Recovery in her new loving home will be the best option for her success. Quite typical for a staffy, Roo also has some skin allergies but she is doing great now and is happily managed by a sensitive diet and prescription medication for healthy skin." | Bristol Animal Rescue Centre

Meet 11 adorable dogs, puppies, cats and kittens at Bristol ARC looking for a forever home

By Adriana Amor
Published 4th Dec 2025, 18:00 GMT

Could you be the one to give a forever home to one of these 11 adorable dogs and cats at Bristol Animal Rescue Centre?

Bristol Animal Rescue Centre on 48-50 Albert Road, St Philips, BS2 0XA is home to various adorable dogs and cats looking for a forever home.

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Some of the breeds at the shelter include Huskies, Shar Peis and Domestic Short Haired cats.

Could you be their new fur-ever family?

Below are 11 of the rescue centre’s residents, who would love to find a permanent home in Bristol. More information about the adoption process is available via Bristol Animal Rescue Centre’s website.

"JoJo is a beautiful 13 year old grey and white cat who came into Bristol ARC's care after their beloved owner became unwell. JoJo is after adopters who are ready to give up their laps for all the cuddles that JoJo will expect from her home. JoJo will happily stay on a lap for as long as possible! JoJo is on medication so is after adopters who are experienced and confident in administering medications to cats. As well as laps JoJo also loves her cardboard scratcher and would like a couple of these in her new home. JoJo is a cat of discerning taste who does get bored of the same cat food so does request that her adopters are willing to keep a variety of cat food to keep her taste buds happy."

9. Jo Jo, 13 year old female Domestic Short Haired

"JoJo is a beautiful 13 year old grey and white cat who came into Bristol ARC's care after their beloved owner became unwell. JoJo is after adopters who are ready to give up their laps for all the cuddles that JoJo will expect from her home. JoJo will happily stay on a lap for as long as possible! JoJo is on medication so is after adopters who are experienced and confident in administering medications to cats. As well as laps JoJo also loves her cardboard scratcher and would like a couple of these in her new home. JoJo is a cat of discerning taste who does get bored of the same cat food so does request that her adopters are willing to keep a variety of cat food to keep her taste buds happy." | Bristol Animal Rescue Centre

"Lola is a very pretty kitten who has come into Bristol ARC's care after a very stressful start to her young life, Lola is not your usual kitten, as her past experiences have taught her to be wary of new people so Lola will show signs of anxiety and nervousness. Despite all of this Lola is being so brave and sweet and is beginning to trust her animal carers at the centre , Lola is now becoming very vocal and will now meow when it is time for her food. Food is definitely the way to this little kitten’s heart and a treat is always appreciated! Once Lola does trust you she will allow you to give her a head scratch which she adores and she will then cuddle in."

10. Lola, 6 month old female Domestic Short Haired

"Lola is a very pretty kitten who has come into Bristol ARC's care after a very stressful start to her young life, Lola is not your usual kitten, as her past experiences have taught her to be wary of new people so Lola will show signs of anxiety and nervousness. Despite all of this Lola is being so brave and sweet and is beginning to trust her animal carers at the centre , Lola is now becoming very vocal and will now meow when it is time for her food. Food is definitely the way to this little kitten’s heart and a treat is always appreciated! Once Lola does trust you she will allow you to give her a head scratch which she adores and she will then cuddle in." | Bristol Animal Rescue Centre

"Myrtle was found by a member of the public, straying and heavily pregnant. She has since given birth to 4 beautiful kittens and had a wonderful time in a loving foster home. Here is a little of what her foster carer had to say about Myrtle: “From the very first day with us, Myrtle has been nothing but affectionate and loving. She adores being close to her humans and will happily rub her head against your nose any chance she gets. When you’re working, she loves settling on your keyboard, or as close as she can manage, just to be near you. Myrtle has been a phenomenal mum, and now she’s ready to enjoy her freedom again by exploring the great outdoors. She absolutely loves her food and treats, and a sturdy scratching post is an absolute must for this queen.”"

11. Myrtle, 1 year old female Domestic Short Haired

"Myrtle was found by a member of the public, straying and heavily pregnant. She has since given birth to 4 beautiful kittens and had a wonderful time in a loving foster home. Here is a little of what her foster carer had to say about Myrtle: “From the very first day with us, Myrtle has been nothing but affectionate and loving. She adores being close to her humans and will happily rub her head against your nose any chance she gets. When you’re working, she loves settling on your keyboard, or as close as she can manage, just to be near you. Myrtle has been a phenomenal mum, and now she’s ready to enjoy her freedom again by exploring the great outdoors. She absolutely loves her food and treats, and a sturdy scratching post is an absolute must for this queen.”" | Bristol Animal Rescue Centre

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