He has three legs, just a few teeth and a face only a mummy could love, but little Rafferty is hoping his charming personality will help find him a new home.
The rescue team at Almost Home believe he is around five or six years old and is a cross-breed Lhasa Apso and Chinese Crested Dog.
This little fella was removed from a dog pound a few months ago and has been cared for in Co Down ever since.
A spokesperson for Almost Home said: "He’s a Lhasa/Chinese created so has the most wonderful hairdo along with a few balder patches of the Chinese crested.
"His three legs don’t hold him back in any way, neither do his missing teeth on one side.
"So we're not painting a great picture but in spite of all his little ways Rafferty is the most loving and kind dog you could ever meet.
"He is an absolute gem of a dog and it's time for him to find a family that will love him as much as we do."
If you are interested in helping Rafferty find his forever home, email the team at almosthomeadopt@gmail.com
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