A tiny disabled puppy who has been given a 'new lease of life' with a specially designed wheelchair is now desperately hoping to find her forever home.
The 11-month-old micro bulldog, named Latcha, is learning to jump around "like a little kangaroo" after being handed over to specialist rescue Breeds In Need last year.
The Lincolnshire team says it's "heartbreaking" waiting for a new family to choose her, with the "loving and affectionate" pooch yet to receive a single application of interest.
Speaking to the Mirror, charity volunteer Tammie Fox said: "She is such a happy dog and is getting the hang of her wheels.
"Her long legs have to be strapped up so she doesn't trip over them, but once they've been amputated they'll be no stopping her."
Latcha hopes to have the operation to remove her front legs soon, and will then be able to bounce around with more ease.
The miniature bulldog was surrendered to Breeds in Need last October, around the same time foster carer Tammie adopted a paralysed terrier named Pumpkin.
Tammie helped to give Latcha a "new lease of life" by raising £700 to buy a custom-built wheelchair for the pooch.
"It was the first time she'd ever been able to walk," Tammie recalled.
Despite being wobbly on her wheels at first, the determined pup is now able to run through the park and is building back leg muscle.
At the end of this month, Latcha will turn one years old and the charity's team are really hoping she will find a home of her own before then.
The "playful" bulldog would ideally like to be the only pet in the house, as she needs constant care and attention.
Breeds in Need are looking to find a home local to Lincolnshire, so they can continue to support her.
Potential adopters would need to be at home full-time, and be active, patient and caring. A family with children would be a bonus.
"Even though she only has two working legs, she is a perfectly healthy and normal dog. She does everything any other dog can do," Tammie said.
Latcha loves cuddling and playing ball, and "if she could sit on your knee all day, she would".
The micro dog has been at Breeds in Need for almost six months and hasn't received a single application, despite numerous efforts to share her story on their social media.
On April 10, Latcha will be taking part in Tammie's Disability Dog Walk to raise money for Breeds in Need in Lincolnshire.
She will join 100 other dogs owners and their disabled pets in Boultham Park.
"It'll be really nice to see all the dogs on their wheels together," Tammie said.
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