Jet is a retired racer who has fully embraced life in the slow lane. His racing days are behind him, and now he's much more interested in comfort, cuddles, and finding the perfect spot for an afternoon snooze.
He is a very calm and well-mannered boy, he walks beautifully on the lead and loves his strolls around the field though we're not sure if he would fancy any mountain hikes maybe more forest meanders! That being said he still likes to stretch his legs with the occasional zoom around the playpen and will chase after toys, although he's yet to work out what they're actually for once he gets to them!
Jet is incredibly affectionate and loves being around people, he is very gentle and doesn't jump up. He'll happily stand for hours having a fuss and has already perfected the art of leaning up your leg for cuddles.
He is friendly with other dogs, particularly those his own size or larger so we think he could live with another dog provided temperaments suit.
If you're looking for a sweet, easy-going dog who is ready to enjoy the comforts of home and share plenty of affection, Jet could be the one for you.
Joni came into us as a stray and unfortunately no one came forward to claim her, meaning we know very little about her past. What we do know is that she has now passed all of her assessments and is ready to find a home of her own.
One thing you'll notice straight away is that Joni only has three legs – but don't tell her that! It certainly doesn't slow her down. She certainly isn't a dog who wants to spend her days curled up on the sofa. She is a busy little bee who is always on the go, so she will need an active home that can keep both her mind and body occupied.
In the playpen, she's much more interested in having a good sniff, mooching around, and zoomies than playing with toys, every so often she'll pop back for a quick fuss before getting back to exploring.
She is a very friendly girl who enjoys human company, but it's clear that she has missed out on training as her manners and commands are currently a work in progress, so she will need owners who are committed to continuing her training and take her to some training classes.
Joni also appears to have had very limited interaction with other dogs, she doesn't quite understand how to approach them appropriately or read their social cues, so she will need to build on her social skills to make some doggy friends!
Joni is a fun-loving, energetic character with a lot of potential, she will thrive with an active home who are prepared to invest time in her training and she will certainly become a beautiful little family member!
Nellie came to us as a stray, and it's safe to say she hasn't had much guidance in life so far. She's a big, friendly girl with a lovely nature, but she's starting from scratch when it comes to training.
Since arriving with us she has been a happy, goofy, super friendly girl and you can't help but smile at her! Unfortunately, Nellie is completely unaware that she's a large dog. In her mind, she's roughly the size of a chihuahua and therefore perfectly entitled to try to climb into your lap, lean her full weight against you, jump up and invade your personal space whenever the mood takes her.
On the lead, Nellie currently bounces, pulls and generally treats walks as an exciting adventure but we are working on this. Basic commands are completely new to her too, and asking for a sit is usually met with a very puzzled expression. None of this is through any fault of her own—she simply hasn't been taught. Because of this, any potential home must be committed to continuing her training and attending classes to get her up to scratch with her manners and commands.
Nellie is an active dog who will need a home that can provide plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. She hasn't quite figured out what toys are for yet, but she makes her own entertainment by racing around the playpen at full speed, enjoying every second of it though the enjoyment may not extend to her handlers who often have to dive out of her way as she has no idea where she is running to or how to stop. For this reason, Nellie is looking for a home without young children, as she would undoubtedly knock them over without meaning to.
Despite her lack of manners, Nellie has a wonderful temperament. She's friendly, affectionate and always happy to meet new people. She is also good with other dogs who are themselves friendly but would be best in a home as an only dog to get all the 1-2-1 training and time she needs.
Nellie isn't a ready-made dog. She'll need time, patience and training, but beneath all the excitement is a lovely girl who just needs someone willing to show her the way.
Chip is ready to get out of kennels and start the new chapter of his life, he has recently arrived with us from another rescue but unfortunately we have no history about his past. What we do know is that he is a very sweet, inoffensive boy who will need a calm, patient and understanding owner to help him along.
Chip can be quite shy and nervous, especially around new people. He takes a little time to build trust, but he does get there. He does get worried with sudden movements and unexpected noises, so he will need a calm and supportive home where he can continue to grow in confidence at his own pace.
One thing that brings Chip out of his shell is other dogs. He absolutely adores canine company and seems to take great comfort from having a dog friend around, he walks so much better if he has a friend in tow. Because of this, we feel that a confident, friendly resident dog will be key to helping Chip settle and make progress in his new home and we are actively looking for a canine companion for him.
Chip is currently struggling in the kennel environment bless him, we certainly haven't seen his full personality however once he is in a loving home, with patient owners willing to give him the time he needs, we have no doubt that his personality will continue to blossom and that he will become a gorgeous, cheeky and affectionate boy.
Chip is looking for a family who can see past his worries and give him the chance he deserves.
Jonathan has recently hung up his racing attire and is beginning his journey into retirement — although nobody has quite explained to him that he's retired yet!
Jonathan is a friendly, happy, affectionate lad who loves meeting people and is always happy to make new friends. At the moment, he's quite excitable as he discovers the world beyond the racing kennels, but he's settling a little more each day and we're sure that, with time and patience, he'll continue to blossom into a relaxed companion.
His lead walking wasn't the best when he first arrived, but he's already making good progress and improving all the time. As he learns to slow down and enjoy retirement, we would say his lead walking to continue getting better.
One thing Jonathan absolutely loves is toys. In a surprising twist for a greyhound, he not only chases them but brings them back too! He has a particular fondness for squeaky toys and can often be found galloping around the playpen at full speed with his latest find in his mouth.
While Jonathan does enjoy a fuss and good cuddle, he generally likes to make sure he's explored everything and had a good play first. He hasn't quite mastered the famous greyhound lean against your leg yet, but we suspect that once he discovers the comforts of home life, that skill may not be far behind.
Jonathan is looking for a home without small furry pets or other dogs. He finds smaller animals far too interesting but he could potentially live with another dog his size.
Overall Jonathan is a gorgeous boy just waiting for the right home so he can find out what it's like to be the center of a family and explore the world!
Jack came into our care from another rescue, and unfortunately, we have no information about his past. What we do know is that this lovely lad has a bright future ahead of him and is ready to find a family to call his own.
When meeting new people, Jack can be a little nervous and unsure at first, he likes to take a moment but once he's ok he is your best friend! he really is a friendly, affectionate boy who absolutely loves being around his people, he'll happily soak up all the fuss and attention you're willing to give.
Jack is a happy dog who enjoys getting out and about, although his leadwork is still a work in progress as he can be a little erratic on walks at times, but with some continued training no doubt he will learn to walk on a loose lead. he can be a little worried around unfamiliar or sudden loud noises such as bangs/tarpaulin rustling so this may be something he needs to work on in his new home with the noises of the big wide world.
One thing Jack definitely love is other dogs, he is very sociable and would happily share his home with a canine friend who could help show him the ropes provided temperaments suit equally he would be just as happy being an only dog with friends to meet on walks.
Toys, however, remain a complete mystery to him! He hasn't quite worked out what they're for or why everyone seems so excited about them so hopefully his new family can show him but in the meantime he just enjoys a good run around and mooch in the playpen.
Jack is a sweet, happy boy who simply needs someone able to help him find his confidence and discover just how good life can be.
Tessie is a young girl who has sadly found herself looking for a new home due to her owner’s ill health. She’s still very much a youngster with lots to learn, but she’s full of potential and ready to find an active family willing to guide her along the way.
When meeting new people, Tessie can be cautious at first and takes a minute or two to warm up — although a tasty treat certainly helps speed things along! She has come on massively in her foster home and attended our car boot sale - what a different dog, a real social butterfly!
Tessie walks relatively well on the lead and may even show off a sit when there is a gravy bone on offer, but she would definitely benefit from attending some training classes to get her up to scratch with her basic commands and obedience - as you may have guessed already she is a big foodie so training should be easy when armed with tasty treats. She’s a bright little dog who just needs time, patience, and consistency.
One thing Tessie absolutely loves is charging around the playpen and having fun. She is going to be an active dog who enjoys adventures, woodland walks, exploring new places, and keeping busy. She is not the type to spend all day curled up on a lap or snoozing by the fire, so she’ll be happiest in a home that can provide plenty of exercise and stimulation.
Tessie seems to like other dogs and is always keen & wagging to say hello, although she likely hasn’t had much experience with them before coming into our care. Because of this, there are some dogs she’s still unsure about, and she will need continued socialisation to help her be more comfortable around dogs, although she has now made so many new friends (and a few boyfriends!)
Tessie is a beautiful girl who is super loving and will make someone a gorgeous companion!
Kyera has completed her assessments and is now looking for her very own forever home, after coming into us as a stray with no history we are determined to find her a home as lovely as she is!!
Kyera is a gentle, affectionate girl looking for a calm and understanding forever home where she can have all the TLC, lazy days and cuddles she can as she absolutely loves a good fuss and to be close to you.
Generally she is a calm soul — more often than not you’ll find her completely spark out in her bed as you walk past her kennel during the day! She does enjoy going out for walks and is generally good on the lead, although she can occasionally become strong if she spots someone she recognises and is excited to say hello. She can also be a little bit of a trip hazard at times, with the odd pirouette thrown in for good measure, so she would benefit from some continued loose lead training to help her perfect her walking.
Kyera absolutely loves a good bomb around the playpen and enjoys stretching her legs, although toys are still a bit of a mystery to her and she’s not quite sure what to do with them yet.
She can initially be shy around new people, particularly men, but with patience and gentle encouragement she does come around and gains confidence nicely. Because she can be a little timid and startled by sudden movements or loud noises, Kyera would be best suited to a home with no children or older, calmer children who can respect her sensitive nature.
We have found her to be good with other dogs and could happily live with a calm brother or sister who loves a run around like she does.
Overall Kyera is a gorgeous girl with a beautiful nature who will make someone a fabulous companion!
MACS is looking for a new home due to family circumstances meaning he isn't get the time or attention he needs. On assessment the staff member said he was one of the easiest dogs she has assessed in a long time!
We did manage to find him a home however, he has since returned to our care. During the settling-in period, he reacted when being handled while having flea treatment applied and when being moved by his collar, which is understandable given the stress of a new environment, new people, and unfamiliar routines. Aside from this, he has shown himself to be a lovely, affectionate boy who enjoys companionship and has so much to offer.
Macs is a friendly and loving lad who has a typical collie brain. He loves to be doing something whether that is going on adventures or playing with toys. He is good with other dogs pretty much ignoring their existence but has never lived with another dog and his owners would prefer him to be the only dog in the home if possible.
Macs can get a little anxious especially in built up areas due the traffic and hussle and bustle. He would much prefer a rural setting with fewer visitors - just a calm and peaceful environment with either an adult only home or older children. He is not cat tested.
Macs had to have surgery when he was 7 months old and can stiffen up if he has too much exercise so although he would love go on all day hikes this wouldn't be advisable. Saying that he is still up for longish walks and limited ball playing - he has been seen by a vet on a continuous basis and they have no concerns.
He would benefit from an owner who is patient, willing to take the time to build trust, and able to read and respect his body language as he adjusts. With understanding and consistency, we believe he will make a wonderful companion.