MEET Billy, an 11-year-old Golden Retriever who is looking for a new home.

A big softie, he loves everyone and lets children stroke him but he really needs a child free home.

Billy does not need a lot of exercise, he likes to charge about like a puppy for 10 minutes but the rest of the time he sleeps. In the house he is as good as gold and very well house trained. He only barks if someone knocks the door, then just welcomes them into the house.

Billy is an older dog who still has a lot of life and a lot of love to give. He would be an ideal companion for a fit, active, dog-experienced retired couple with visiting grand children.

West Yorkshire Dog Rescue (www.westyorkshiredogrescue.co.uk has a home check process, adoption contract and donation required, contact Kathy Trout 07711 617148.

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Patsy and Jack featured last time still need a home. We are desperate for fosters to care for dogs until a forever home is found (expenses paid).