Blind dog in race against time to find new home

A three-year-old blind dog has received "not one application" for a new home despite a video of him reaching nearly 70,000 views.

Benedict, who is described as "happy and loving", had to have his eyes removed after he caught an infection.

Currently with a foster family, he will have to return to Immingham Dogs Home on 25 March if he does not find a new home.

Kelly Magee, founder of the dog centre, said people are "scared of the unknown" but assured people his blindness has not held him back.

Benedict, who is fully vaccinated, microchipped and neutered, first arrived at Immingham Dogs Home in November 2023 after coming from another rescue.

His time with the foster family is coming to an end due it it no longer being suitable, with their own dog being sent across from abroad.

Quirks of his blindness including following people's voices or a bell on his walks.

The kennels in North Lincolnshire currently has 36 dogs with 16 on a waiting list.

Immingham Dogs Home said it was "praying" he did not have to come back to kennels.

Kelly Magee said: "I think people are scared of the unknown. We don't see many dogs with their eyes removed.

"It is very sad because he deserves a home, he has done so well with adapting.

"You can't meet him and not fall in love with him."

Benedict has not met any cats and would prefer children over 12 years old as he would need a quieter home.

Due to work put in by his foster family to socialise him with other dogs, he could live with another calm female dog.

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