This episode explores Charlotte's journey with Gizmo, a rescue dog from Bulgaria. Despite a traumatic start to life, Gizmo found a new home with Charlotte in the UK.

Charlotte shares her story, describing the complexities of building trust with a pet carrying the weight of a traumatic past. She talks about the joy that comes from forging a bond through understanding and compassion. Charlotte and I also discuss the adoption process, including the frustration of rejected applications and the surprising twists of virtual home checks.

If you, like Charlotte, are looking to adopt a pet from overseas, this episode offers a raw look at the challenges and triumphs you can expect.

Fur Real Conversations is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.