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Every dog deserves a
forever home

Dublin Dog Hub provides shelter and rehoming services across Dublin and the surrounding areas. We work with Dublin City Council and run a private rescue in parallel.

About Us

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Dublin City Council Dogs

We are under contract to Dublin City Council's Animal Welfare Unit to provide safe, secure and comfortable accommodation to stray, seized or unwanted dogs. We strive to reunite lost dogs with their owners and to find new homes for dogs who need them.

Need to surrender a dog? Contact DCC Animal Welfare directly on 01 222 3368 / 01 222 5441 or 01 222 6060 (out of hours).

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Linda's Private Rescue

Founded by Linda Martin in February 2024, our private rescue works alongside the DCC contract. Every dog receives the same care and attention, and we work hard to rehabilitate where needed and find these dogs their forever home.

All visits are strictly by appointment only so we can keep the environment quiet, safe and restful for our dogs.

Dogs looking for homes

All adoptions are subject to a meet and a home check. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

DCC Dogs
Coco

Coco

Bull Breed · Female · Choclate

✨ Introducing the most darling girl .. 𝑪𝒐𝒄𝒐 🩷 🐾 She is approx 6-7yr old, bull x who came into our care as a “ surrender”.

This poor baby arrived at the Hub in an extremely poor state, literally torn to shreds after an obvious dog attack… we’ve never seen a dog come into our care so battered, torn & bruised 😭 From the moment she arrived, all she ever wanted was to be loved … she was terrified & rightly so! With lots of kennel time & cuddles from our volunteer Sam (her bestie) to boost her spirits… this little star started to shine 🌟

Coco is an absolute sweetheart, we all adore her for her beauty & her strength ♥️ She loves all the attention, all the pets & will do anything for a slice of 🧀 🤣 She is such an affectionate girl , she just wants to be close to you. She has a playful side too & loves playing with her teddies 🧸

Coco is great to walk on the lead, she loves getting out for her little sniffs & a toddle down the lane. Whilst she does not appear reactive with other dogs (more fearful if anything), she deserves a home where she will be the only dog & be treated like the queen she is 👑 She is not cat or child tested !

Coco has obviously had a rough start in life & despite everything, this hasn’t changed what a gorgeous girl she is … both inside & out 🫶🏽 She has the most lovable, playful, loyal personality… she just wants to be loved 🥹 Coco deserves the best of homes, where she can play until her heart is content & curl up on the sofa at the end of the day … in a safe & loving home .. it’s not too much to ask is it ? 🩷 🐾

Dani & Stella

Dani & Stella

🔗 Must be adopted together

Lucher · Female · Bk & Wh

✨ Introducing the cutest besties you’ve ever seen in your life … 𝑫𝒂𝒏𝒊 & 𝑺𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒂 🩷🐾🩷 These gorgeous girls came into our care as strays & were sadly never re-claimed 🥺 Stella, is an older beagle approx 9/10yr old & Dani approx 5 year old lurcher. These girls have been an absolute joy to have in our care … we are obsessed with them 🥰 Dani has come on leap & bounds , initially a timid girl she is now learning to love cuddles & Stella , the mamma of the duo is queen of attention & belly rubs 👑 Both girls have super temperaments, very placid & so gentle - They just want attention 🫶🏽 The girls are great to walk on the lead, house trained & love nothing more than a tag team cuddle up in bed to rest their little heads 🥹 Dani (lurcher) - Is such an elegant, beautiful girl with manners to burn. Her confidence is growing every day & she’s learning what cuddles are 🥰 She is a gentle girl who loves her treats … and tripping up on her sisters ears 🤣 Stella (beagle) - Is the 𝒟𝐸𝐹𝐼𝒩𝐼𝒯𝐼𝒪𝒩 of a cuddle queen , there is nothing she wants more than to be held & cuddled until she melts away in your arms. She’s a gentle baby too who just yearns for affection 🥰 Dani & Stella are the dream team , they are so easy breezy they make our job easy ! These girls are full of love , affection & just want a safe / cosy home to call their own 🥹 They are a bonded pair & at Stella’s older age we would hate to take her bestie / security blanket away - These girls really need to go as a pair … the easiest pair you could imagine 🥰 There is a fantastic forever home out there for these girls .. we just know it ! They will be the most cuddly , loving , loyal new best friends you’ve ever had .. we just know it 🐾🩷 🐾 #dublindoghub #dogoftheday #adoptme #lurcher #beagle

George

George

Bully Type · Male · Fawn & White

🐾 Meet George – A Livewire Looking for His Forever Home! 🐾 When you can't get a dog to sit still for photos, you know you've got a character on your hands — meet George! 😂 We only managed to snap two shots of this energetic boy, and honestly, that tells you everything you need to know about him! George is a 3-year-old Bully cross who came to us as a stray. When he arrived, he had a broken toe and a few other minor issues, but we've got him all patched up and he is now fully healthy and ready to find his forever home! ❤️ He's full of life and personality — but we won't pretend he's a finished article. George hasn't had much training along the way, and he'll need a patient owner willing to put in the work. The good news? He is hugely motivated by food and balls, which makes him a trainer's dream! With the right guidance, this boy has so much potential. What George needs: 🏡 Space to run — he's not a flat or apartment dog, he needs room to stretch those legs 📚 Consistent training — he's ready and willing to learn with the right motivation ❤️ A patient, loving home — someone who sees past the rough edges to the brilliant dog underneath Could you open your heart and your home to George? He's been through enough — now it's time for his happy ending. Drop us a message if you'd like to find out more! 👇
Shep

Shep

Lucher · Male · Bk & Tan

✨ Introducing the most demure chap … 𝑺𝒉𝒆𝒑 💙 🐾 He is approx 2 years, lurcher x & we absolutely love him 🥰 He was found as a stray & sadly not re-claimed 🥹

Shep is just a gorgeous boy through & through. From the moment he arrived in our care he has just been a dream. He is super social , loves meeting people & doggies alike 🐶 He just aims to please & is a dream boat 🥰

Shep is such a sweet natured boy, he loves the pets & human affection .. he just loves to be close to you 🫶🏽 He is so easy to walk on the lead , he happily trots on beside you & gives a big waggy tail to any dog he meets. He could re-home with sibling dog pending successful meet & greet 🐶 Due to his larger size & bouncy play , he would be best suited to a similar sized dog. He is not cat tested.

Shep really is a sweet natured boy who just wants to find his forever family … he needs a family dedicated to helping him settle, he has shown some typical lurcher traits of separation anxiety, which improves with a doggy friend & usually this settles within a few weeks of perseverance & understanding until they learn their routine & you leaving them is only temporary 🥰

Poor Shep deserves a fresh start in life .. a loving family who will shower him with love & show him how dogs are meant to be treated .. as part of their family 🫶🏽 We just know the perfect forever home is out there waiting for him 💙 🐾

Bob

Bob

Terrier x · Male · Tan

🤝 Meet & Greet in progress

✨ Introducing the little cutie pie … 𝑩𝒐𝒃 🩵 🐾 He is approx 3 year old, guess the breed mix 🤣 Bob was sadly found tied to a fence, with only his buddy Marley & a tin of dog food by their side 🥹

Bob was petrified when he came into our care & we don’t blame him one bit 😔 After weeks of trying to gain his trust & a mountain of bribery treats … he finally decided that we were alright after all 😏 🦴 Since then we have loved getting to know the real Bob, watching his confidence grow & his little playful side come out 🧸

Bob is a boy who has a lot of love to give … he can be a little nervous at first but once he realises you are his friend his true little cheeky chappy personality comes out 🥰 He’s a great little lad to walk on the lead & is non reactive with other dogs. He could re-home with a sibling pending successful meet & greet 🐶 He is not cat or kid tested, but has met older children at the Hub & he was great ☺️

Bob is an absolute dream of a boy, he’s gentle , mannerly & will do anything for his teddies 🧸 He doesn’t understand why he was left tied up to a fence, but we’ve shown him that the world isn’t such a scary place after all & he’s taking it all in his stride 🫶🏽 Bob deserves a fresh start…a caring , patient family who will show him the true meaning of a loving … a forever home full of love & cuddles 🩵 🐾

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JIMMY

GREY HOUND · Male · GREY

📋 Booked — pending home check
Applications closed
Louie

Louie

Frenchie · Male · Grey

📋 Booked — pending home check
Applications closed
Pongo

Pongo

Staffy X · Male · White

📋 Booked — pending home check

❤️ Meet the gorgeous Mr Pongo. He's approx 1.5 year old staffie X who came into our care as a stray. He is a really happy go luck boy and loves to meet people and gives you the biggest grin and tail wag as he does. He has a goofy, clumsy nature and wants to always be under your feet getting belly rubs. We think he would be best suited as the only dog in the home as he seems never to have been socialised with other dogs, but with patience this could be improved. What is a guarantee is that he will love his peeps with every bone in his body. Come and meet him for yourself.

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Max

Max

JRT · Male · Brown & White

🏠 Now rehomed!

✨ Introducing the ultimate cool customer .. little 𝑴𝒂𝒙 🩵 🐾 He is approx 2-3 yr old , JRT who came into our care as a stray & was sadly not reclaimed 🥺

Max is such an easy breezy little boy, he just oozes personality & loves affection ! He is super friendly with everyone he meets , a flash of his cutie eyes & waggie tail .. how could anyone resist 😍

Max is a dream to walk on the lead, doesn’t pull & happily trots on his merry little way sniffing the world 🫶🏽 He passes by other dogs no bother & is such a friendly chap with those he stops to meet … he could re-home with a sibling dog pending successful meet & greet 🐶 He is not cat or kid tested.

Max is a busy body who loves sitting watching the world go by , he loves to know what’s going on & wonders why he isn’t being included 🤣 He’s a playful chap .. loves a little tussle with a squeaky teddy 🧸 Most of all he loves to be close to you , getting his bum scratchies & giving you a little “ Thank You” kiss after ♥️

Max is just a wonderful boy, his happy, smiley face says it all ! This bundle of joy deserves the most loving forever home … he’d make the most perfect cheeky boy family addition or equally the ultimate, cuddle companion 🥰 We just know this little super start isn’t going to be with us long .. he too deserves a fresh start in his life 🩵 🐾

🏠 Now rehomed
Scrappy

Scrappy

Jrt/Dash X · Male · White & Grey

🏠 Now rehomed!

✨ Introducing this lovely distinguished little gentleman … 𝑺𝒄𝒓𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 💙 🐾 He is approx 6 years young, a dachie x who sadly came into our care as a stray & has not been re-claimed.

Scrappy has been a delight to have in our care, when he first arrived he was very scared & confused … he didn’t really want to know us at all … but finally after some perseverance & tasty treats - He’s decided he likes us now 😅 Since then, we’ve discovered what a tennis ball chasing, belly rub lover, cuddle bug he was hiding inside this whole time 🫶🏽

Scrappy can be a bit shy with new people, but once he realises you are there for playtime & rubs he is all over you. He is thriving now he is getting all the attention & is such an easy going boy. He loves being close for cuddles, rolling over for good ole belly scratch & chasing after balls 🎾 He’s a playful, loving chap underneath it all !

Scrappy is great to walk on the lead & loves his little nosies down the road. He can be a little barky with other dogs & may be more suitable to any only dog home where he can be the king of the castle 👑 He is toilet trained & not child or cat tested. Due to his cautious, older nature, we would not re-home with children.

Scrappy is an absolutely stunning little boy, I mean just look at him 😍 He has such an easy going, pleasant nature .. he wouldn’t require endless walks , a little toddle down the road & a roam in the garden to lie in the sun & chase his tennis ball would do him. This little gent deserves a second chance, a new chapter to his story … and we know the perfect forever home is out there waiting for him 💙 🐾

🏠 Now rehomed
Winnie

Winnie

Staffie · Female · Grey/White

🏠 Now rehomed!

✨ Introducing this little doll … 𝑾𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒆 🩷 🐾 She is an 18 month old staffy who came into our care through no fault of her own & is such a fabulous girl 🥰

Winnie is a pure delight in every way, we are all crazy about her ! She has the sweetest nature & just aims to please 🫶🏽 Despite going from home life to kennels, she’s taking it all in her stride & is loving meeting all of our staff & volunteers, she is a super social girl 🦋

Winnie is great to walk on the lead, she doesn’t pull & happily passes by other dogs not even paying attention. She adores a good roll in the grass & sniffing away until her heart is content! She is non reactive with other dogs & could re-home with a sibling pending successful meet & greet 🐶

Winnie is an affectionate girl, she loves her belly rubs & showing you how much she loves you with face licks 🥹 She is gentle & mannerly, with some basic training & the scope to learn so much more 🤓 She’s got a playful side too & will do anything for a squeaky toy 🧸

Winnie really is a special girl, I mean just look at her… she is stunning 😍 She doesn’t deserve to be already searching for her forever home, this girl has too much fun & love to give. We are already besotted with her & know she will make the most fantastic new best friend to a lucky family really soon 🤞🏽 🩷 🐾

🏠 Now rehomed
Linda's Rescue
Bronco

Bronco

German Shepherd · Male · Black and Tan

✨ Introducing the gorgeous Mr 𝑩𝒓𝒐𝒏𝒄𝒐 💙 🐾 He is a 5 year old GSD, who came into our care as a surrender through no fault of his own 😔

Bronco is an absolute beauty , just look at him 😍 He has been a dream to mind whilst in our care & we all love him !! He’s a super affectionate boy who just aims to please. He has basic training with some cool tricks up his sleeve , he’s an all round gentle & mannerly boy 🫶🏽

Bronco thrives on human attention, he’s a Mr Busybody who loves to know what going on around him. He has a playful side too & loves a good aul game of fetch 🎾 He is great with young teens, however has not been tested around young children. He is not cat tested ! He is non reactive with dogs , more just wants to say hello 👋 so could re-home with sibling dog pending successful meet & greet 🐶

Bronco’s world has been turned upside down, he doesn’t know why he has ended up in kennel life but we’re giving him all the TLC we can to help him settle 🥰 He truly is a gorgeous boy, who has so much love to give ! He’d suit a more active home, with GSD experience .. but we have no doubt this boy will be snapped up soon 🤞🏽 💙 🐾

Clyde

Clyde

PatterJack · Male · Black and White patch on chest

✨ Introducing the most distinguished little chap … 𝑪𝒍𝒚𝒅𝒆 💙 🐾 He is an 8 year old Patterjack who was surrendered into our care through no fault of his own. Clyde is the coolest guy, very easy going & just loves being by your side. Since arriving at the Hub he has been such a joy to take care of. He’s friendly with everyone he meets , loves getting out for his walkies & having a good roll in the grass 🥰

Clyde is a dream to walk on the lead, doesn’t pull at all & does the cutest little jump when he gets excited 😍 He is good with other dogs & happy to say hi, but he prefers his own space & only dog home would be the goal 👑 He is not cat tested.

Clyde is a slightly older boy but you wouldn’t know it, he has a lovely bounce of energy & is starting to show his playful side too 🫶🏽 He’s a firm favourite amongst the volunteers, we just adore him ! Clyde’s world recently turned upside down & he doesn’t understand why he is with us , but he too deserves a fresh chapter in his story .. a loving new forever family to call his own 💙 🐾

Nala

Nala

German Shepherd X · Female · Beige

✨ This girl is now in the care of the Hub, and we're working hard to find her forever home 🫶🏽 𝑵𝒂𝒍𝒂 🩷 🐾 ✔️ 19 month old German Shepherd cross ✔️ Basic training, good re-call & following commands ✔️ Goofy, fun personality ✔️ Can be reactive with some dogs ✔️ Preferably dog only home ❌ No young kids - Teenagers, dog savvy only as she's a big strong girl ❌ Not cat tested Nala is a sweet, affectionate girl who just wants to be by your side. She's happiest with a job to do and a bit of room to stretch her legs, and in return she gives back total loyalty & an unbreakable bond 🩷 She's eager to please and loves nothing more than spending time with her favourite humans. A few things to keep in mind: 🐾 Enjoys an active routine — a bit of exercise and mental stimulation keeps her happy & settled 📚 Training is important — Nala is intelligent & eager, but she needs structure and consistency 🐕 Breed experience is strongly recommended If you're looking for a devoted companion to share your days with, Nala is the girl for you 🩷🐾
DAISY

DAISY

JRX TERRIER · Female · TAN

🤝 Meet & Greet in progress
HANK

HANK

SHEPHERD · Male · SABLE

🤝 Meet & Greet in progress

✨ Introducing the most clever boy there is … 𝑯𝒂𝒏𝒌 💙 🐾 He is a 4 year old, neutered, GSD, who was surrendered into our care through no fault of his own 😢

Hank has been the best boy since coming into our care, he hasn’t given us an ounce of trouble. He is such a cool customer, he loves getting to know everyone & just aims to please 🥰 He’s super playful too, loves playing fetch with his ball 🎾 & getting his toes wet in the paddling pool 🙃

Hank is a gentle boy, despite his size & he has manners to burn ! He loves nothing more than getting out for a good run & zoomies , then the work starts where he obediently sits & gives paw on demand (for treats of course 🦴). He can be a little strong at times on walks, but nothing you wouldn’t expect from a GSD 🫡

Hank has such a lovely soul, you could get lost in his eyes 😍He really has such a loving, giving personality. He does seem to prefer his own company, so would only be suitable as an only dog home. He is not cat or child tested.

Hank just a stunning lad who just to be your friend, that’s all he’s asking for 🥹 He is such a loving, cuddly boy who just wants you to throw the ball all day for him 🎾 We don’t think you could find a more loyal boy than our Hank … and he deserves a fresh chapter in his life… a second chance at a loving home 💙 🐾

Molly

Molly

Staffy X · Female · Tri

🤝 Meet & Greet in progress

✨ Introducing the most gorgeous little girl .. 𝑴𝒐𝒍𝒍𝒚 🩷 🐾 She is approx 3 years old, staffy x & came into our care through no fault of her own 😔

Molly is an absolute beauty with a heart of gold, she just wants to be by your side & thrives off attention 🥰 She has been such a pleasure to have in our care & a firm favourite amongst volunteers 🫶🏽

Molly is a super playful girl… if you haven’t already guessed from her photos 🤣 She loves nothing more than playing fetch or having a good run around with her toys 🧸 It doesn’t take long for her to tire once she gets all of her energy out .. then she’s ready for belly rubs on the sofa & a face massage … this girl sure knows how to play us 💁🏽‍♀️ 🩷

Molly is great to walk on the lead, initially a little excited to get out, she’ll play tug with the harness but once it’s on, we’re good to go for a lovely stroll along the lane & she’ll happily trot alongside 🫶🏽 She does not seem reactive with other dogs & could re-home with sibling dogs pending successful meet & greet 🐶 Molly is great with kids but seem anxious around small/young children, older child (>12 yrs) home only! She is not cat.

Molly is such a catch of a dog, just look at her happy face & waggy tail .. she’s a dream 🥰 Sadly kennel life is taking its toll on her, she knows she is not meant to be there & is stressing … which is heartbreaking to see 💔We’d love her to find her forever home as soon as possible, so she too can have the happy ever after we wish for all our dogs - A caring, loving family & a cosy sofa to call her own 🩷 🐾

OPAL

OPAL

STAFFY · Female · TAN

🤝 Meet & Greet in progress

✨ Introducing the most gorgeous golden girl… 𝑶𝒑𝒂𝒍 💛 🐾 She is a 5 year old staffy who came into our care as a surrender through no fault of her own 🥹

Opal has been the model girl since joining our care, the ultimate happy, smiley girl 🫶🏽She is super affectionate & loves all the attention being on her. She is a social gal, loves meeting new people & always greats you with that staffy smile & waggiest of tails.

Opal loves to get out on her walks & is very easy on the lead, she’ll happily trot beside you , enjoying her sniffs ! She is non reactive with other dogs & she loves the company, could re-home with sibling dog (or happily live alone) but would be best with a similar height / energy buddy as she can be a little boisterous with the smaller doggos out there 🐶

Opal really is a delight of a gal with the sweetest of personalities … she just aims to please & be told what a good girl she is 🥰 Her world has been turned upside down in recent weeks & she doesn’t deserve that .. she’s done nothing wrong 😔 She is such an easy going, fabulous girl … we just love her & we know there is someone out there who will fall in love with her like we have 💛 🐾

Bailey

Bailey

Labrador · Male · Black

📋 Booked — pending home check

✨ Introducing this dashing chap … 𝑩𝒂𝒊𝒍𝒆𝒚 💙🐾 He is a 3 year old , lab surrendered due to owner ill health 🥺

Bailey is a fantastic boy , so full of joy & fun , we just love him 🥰 He is super friendly with anyone he meets .. he’s all for making friends ! Squeaky toys & tennis balls are life … he is obsessed 🎾 🧸 Such a playful chap .. he’s a bundle of fun!

Bailey is great to walk on the lead, doesn’t pull & will happily wag his tail as dogs go by. He is non reactive & could re-home with sibling pets pending successful meet & greet 🐶 He is not cat tested, we were told he is good with kids but so far we’ve only tried with teens & he was the best boy 🤩

Bailey is well trained , mannerly & gentle .. he even has a few tricks up sleeve 🪄 He can be the typical jumpy lab at times , but that usually means he just wants his toy 🧸 He is a beaut inside & out .. we know he will make the most perfect new addition to any family .. he too deserves to find his forever home 💙 🐾

Applications closed
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