A blind St Bernard has found a new home in Fife after winning hearts on social media.
Four-year-old Barry spent 11 months at Saving Saints Rescue after his owner was jailed for drug offences.
He was featured on Instagram by Dr Scott Miller as part of Agria Pet Insurance’s Rescue a Rescue campaign, which aims to support rehoming efforts.
Despite his affectionate personality, Barry had struggled to find a home due to his size and blindness.
But the campaign brought him to the attention of Rachel from Kirkcaldy, who has now adopted him.
Rachel said: "I've always had a soft spot for giant dog breeds.
"I've rescued three St Bernards before, and I knew I had space in my heart for another.
"I came across Barry at Saving Saints, and I just knew straight away that he was meant for me.
"When we finally met, he came bounding up to me, showering me in kisses with his tail going a mile a minute. That sealed the deal."
Rachel said she was not deterred by Barry’s blindness and has been preparing her home to meet his needs.
She said: "Barry's blindness has never put me off.
"I've researched blind dog support groups, and where I couldn't find the answers to my questions, I've just tried to see the world through his eyes instead.
"Creating the perfect environment for Barry is really important for me.
"I've already turned my kitchen diner into his bedroom, complete with a proper mattress and tapestries of gardens and flowers.
"He might not be able to see how beautiful it is, but I believe positive spaces create positive energy.
"I've laid different textures by the doors so he can learn his way around by feel, and I'm getting him a clicker for walks, so he always knows I'm close by.
"There's a toy box with his name on it, a giggle ball, and natural treats waiting for his arrival, because I know mental stimulation matters just as much as physical exercise for him.
"Knowing he's waited 11 months for someone to love, I honestly cannot wait to bring Barry home."
Dr Scott Miller, Agria brand ambassador, said: "Barry is a fabulous big lad, and I'm delighted that after being surrendered to kennels for so long, he's finally found the home he deserves.
"There can be some misconception about the difficulties of looking after a blind dog, but Barry is a delightful and intelligent dog who just needed a patient handler to continue his training and give him a safe, fun forever home."
Despite his challenges, Barry is described as playful, cuddly, and food-motivated, with a love for toys and scent games.
Staff at Saving Saints Rescue say he has adapted so well to his blindness that he "acts like he isn't blind."
Barry can be reactive towards men, which the rescue believes may be linked to his past, where he may have been used by his owner to intimidate others.
His rehoming was supported by Agria Pet Insurance’s Rescue a Rescue campaign, which is donating £12,000 to be split between Saving Saints and 11 other UK rescue centres.
In addition to Barry, 11 other rescue centres across the UK are spotlighting selected animals in the hopes of helping them finally find a home.
Among the animals still waiting are an 18-year-old cat who was returned to the rescue she was born in, an eight-year-old Cypriot rescue dog, and a thoroughbred horse, all still searching for their own happy ending.
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