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23-year-old rescue dog celebrates ‘gotcha’ anniversary
Ty loves snuggling on the sofa and listening to Classic FM.

It is one year since Dogs Trust’s oldest dog was adopted.

A 23-year-old Staffordshire bull terrier cross has celebrated his one-year ‘Gotcha Day’ anniversary with his owners at a Dogs Trust rescue centre.

Ty returned to the centre in Bridgend with his owners, Bruno di Brito and Lee Szopa, on Wednesday 30 August where a party was held by the staff in his honour.

He became famous after his appeal for a retirement home made national news, where Ty's carers discussed his love of snuggling on the sofa and listening to Classic FM.

Ty is believed to be the oldest dog ever cared for by Dogs Trust, and the charity say he highlights the impact that senior rescue dogs can have on people’s lives.

Angela Wetherall, the rehoming centre manager for Wales, “Ty's journey is a testament to the resilience and boundless love that older dogs bring with them.

“We are honoured to have played a part in finding him his forever home and witnessing the joy he brings to Bruno and Lee.”

Bruno di Brito, Ty’s owner, said:  “When Ty came into our lives, we felt complete. We already had two dogs and hadn't considered getting another, but when we saw Ty, we knew we had to give him a home.”

“Ty has changed our perception of senior dogs; despite having a heart problem, he shows incredible resilience. The way Ty looks at us feels like he's saying thank you for everything.”

Image © Dogs Trust

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The guidance can be found here. More detail is expected as negotiations progress. 

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