Roxy is looking for a new home and will remain with her current owners while we search for the right match. This allows her to avoid the stress of going into kennels, which we feel is the best option for her.
She is being rehomed through no fault of her own. Her owners have made the difficult decision that they are no longer able to meet her needs, so we are looking for someone who can offer her the time, patience and understanding she deserves.
We know finding Roxy the right home won't be easy, but we also know there is someone out there who will be the right fit.
Roxy has a history of abuse before coming to her current home, and this has left her very wary of men. She will take time to build trust with any male in the home, and introductions will need to be slow and managed. Her current owners have made good progress with her confidence, but this will need to continue in her new home. She will also need access to a safe, quiet space when visitors come to the house, particularly men.
In the home, Roxy is calm and quiet. She enjoys fuss and cuddles from the people she knows and is happy relaxing with her family. She loves her walks and can be excitable at the start, but soon settles. She also enjoys being in the water and knows her basic commands.
Roxy currently lives with another dog, is gentle with the resident cat and has lived with teenage children.
She does struggle when left home alone and will need owners who are around for much of the day initially and are prepared to work on this over time. Travelling is another area where she lacks confidence, although she has been on trips with her current family and can travel with support.
We are looking for a patient home that understands nervous dogs and is prepared to let Roxy settle at her own pace. She has plenty to offer the right family, but she will need people who accept her for who she is and are willing to continue building her confidence.
If you think you could offer Roxy the home she needs, please get in touch.
Our big handsome cuddly boy Nolan has now finished with his assessments and he's definitely ready is to get his paws into a new home and say goodbye to kennels for good!
Nolan has come into us from another rescue with no history but he has swiftly got settled here and shown us all how cuddly he is, sometimes he is too cuddly as he does jump up for human hugs so he will need to be taught that fuss can also be received with all four paws on the floor!
On the lead he has made improvements from when he first came into us, he isn't one to pull your arm off but he will need a bit of guidance to get that lead looser. He is also very much lacking in the way of basic commands and manners, he can and will sit but it's certainly more luck than judgement so we do think training classes would be beneficial for him to work on everything and engage that clever brain of his!
in the playpen he does like a good zoom about, good sniff then stroll back for (you guessed it) more cuddles! At the moment he doesn't see what the fuss is about toys but we are trying to show him how much fun they are.. this task may well have to be continued by his new hoomans to get him ready for a game of tug or ball.
We have introduced him to dogs since being here and he has been good as gold, he can be a bit overwhelmed if there are several dogs at one time but on a 1-2-1 he had greeted them very pleasantly gave them kisses on their ears and gone about his day. He could potentially live with another dog but we do think he would much prefer to be an only dog in the home so he doesn't have to share his family, food or fuss.
Overall he is SUCH a lovely, friendly, adorable and happy boy with the right home and a bit of training we have no doubt he will make a wonderful family pet!
Our gorgeous Barney is on the lookout for the loving forever home he's always deserved. We know Barney has had a very difficult start in life, he then found himself in another rescue where, despite waiting patiently, he just wasn't having any luck finding a family so we were asked if we could help - how could we say no!?
On first meeting Barney can be a little shy and unsure but it doesn't take too long until his wiggly tail & whole body start wagging! He is the sweetest, most affectionate boy who absolutely adores fuss, cuddles and being close to his people. More than anything, Barney simply wants to be loved.
He's walking really well on the lead and has recently been introduced to a Gencon, which he's taken to really well though he will benefit from a little continued work in his new home, but he's already making fantastic progress.
Once Barney gets into the playpen, his playful side really comes out! He absolutely loves a good zoom around, although watching him can be like watching Bambi on ice, with legs flying everywhere and not always knowing where they're supposed to go! He really is a puppy in an adult dog's body, and it's impossible not to smile watching him. He's also discovering the joy of toys, he loves a game of tuggy and when you go into his kennel and he proudly picks up a toy to bring over to you - SO cute!
Barney is still working on his manners though he does know 'sit' & 'paw'! At the moment everything is so exciting that he can't help but jump up to ask for a cuddle. With some training he'll soon learn that all four paws on the floor still earn him plenty of fuss.
He's great with other dogs and has become best friends with our lovely Reggie, he could potentially live with another dog provided temperaments suit but he would be entirely happy as an only dog with all the TLC, attention and treats all for him!
Barney truly is a special boy. After everything he's been through, he deserves a life filled with love and happiness. He's missed out on so much, and we'd love nothing more than to see him finally experience all the wonderful things every dog should have—a family to call his own, sofa snuggles, adventures and to be loved.
Courtney has recently arrived into our care as a stray, so sadly we have no background history for her. What we do know already is that she’s a bright, friendly, people-loving girl with a big personality and plenty of enthusiasm for life.
Courtney is extremely friendly and loves meeting new people though she can sometimes forget her manners and jump up say hello so she will need to learn some manners so she doesn't flatten everyone she meets.
In the playpen she does seem to have good recall and will come back when called, however if she spots or hears someone she knows, she may try to make a beeline for them. Because of this she will need secure fencing in her new home. We have found that she isn’t particularly toy-driven, though she does enjoy a good game of tuggy and will occasionally join in with a game of ball when the mood takes her.
On the lead, Courtney walks pretty well certainly not one to pull your arm off but she hasn’t quite mastered loose lead walking yet so this will need a bit of work. She will be a great candidate for training classes where she can continue to work on her lead walking, manners and obedience - she can and will 'sit' but it doesn't last for very long before her bum starts wiggling and she is back up.
We have found her to be great with other dogs, she has met plenty since being her and always happy to say hello, not even minding being bounced on by Bingo though she is far more interested in the other dogs handler and happily barges past the dog to say hello to their human!
Due to her enthusiasm, and tendency to jump up when excited, Courtney may be better suited to a home without small children, as she could accidentally knock them over in her eagerness to say hello.
We will be looking for an active home, she does have an abundance of energy and would love to fill her days with adventures, time in the garden and cuddles with her new family.. we certainly think she would be up for camping and hiking trips!
Courtney is a cheerful, affectionate girl who just wants to be everyone’s friend. With some consistent training, structure, and plenty of patience, she will blossom into a wonderful companion.
Iggy arrived with us as a stray, so unfortunately we know nothing about his previous life. What we do know is that he's now passed all of his assessments and is more than ready to find a forever family who can keep up with his zest for life!
This little lad is always on the go, he is a busy bee who loves to explore, investigate and see what's going on. If you're looking for a dog who'll spend all day snoozing on your lap, Iggy isn't your man! He'll thrive in an active home where he can enjoy plenty of walks, adventures and opportunities to use both his legs and his busy brain.
Iggy will need someone willing to put in some training as he is lacking in manners, basic obedience and lead work. On the lead he's too interested in sniffing and getting there faster as such he can pull, we have started working on this but it will need to be continued into his new home. As he's still a young pup his excitement can get the better of him as such he has a habit of jumping up to say hello. He would definitely be one to attend training classes as he is a clever cookie - he loves his food to so a gravy bone will definitely help his motivation!
When it comes to other dogs, Iggy is happy to make friends with those who are friendly in return. He has canine friends here at the kennels and is always happy to say hello, but if another dog isn't friendly to him he will return the feelings. Because of this, he'd be happiest with a well-matched, dog-friendly companion who enjoys his playful energy, or equally as an only dog where he can enjoy plenty of one-to-one time and focus on his training.
Iggy is looking for a new family who are active enough to keep up with him and once all the sniffs have been sniffed, toys played with and all the fun is over he does love a fuss and cuddle!
Floyd came into our care through the stray pound, so we know very little about his life before arriving with us. The only piece of history we have is that he previously lived with three other dogs, and from what we've seen, he's a friendly lad who enjoys the company of other dogs.
It's safe to say Floyd embraces life at full speed and certainly full of the joys of spring every single day! He's an incredibly friendly, affectionate boy who loves being around people and is always ready to make new friend's.
Floyd hasn't had much training, he is still learning the basics and training will need to be continued in his new home. He's a strong boy on the lead, can get very excited and does have a tendency to jump up, so he'll need owners who are willing to continue his training and help him channel all that excitement into good manners. He is a clever boy and loves his treats so dog training classes will certainly help him get up to speed with everything.
When Floyd gets into the playpen, it's time for the zoomies! He races around at 100mph, although he's completely unaware of where his legs are going or where you are, so that added with a lack of breaks you do need to keep an eye on where he is! Due to his boisterous nature and lack of manners we would suggest a home with older or no children so he doesn't accidentally injure or knock over small humans!
Floyd is looking for a home that can match his energy levels. He'll need an active family who can provide plenty of exercise, mental stimulation and ongoing training to help him become more well rounded. We are also looking for a home where someone is around for much of the day, as he loves human company and we don't think he would cope being left long periods.
Floyd is a wonderful, fun-loving dog who just need the right home to help him shine and there will be no doubt he will make an excellent family dog!
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 can bounce, pull and treat walks as an exciting adventure but without distractions she can walk perfectly to heel with a loose lead but we are working on her walking perfect at all times. 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.
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 whilst wearing a pair of leather gauntlets!!! (yes you did read that correctly), 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.
He was returned to the kennels and is unfortunately really struggling - when anxious or stressed he is a spinner and he hasn't really stopped since coming in. It really is heartbreaking to see and despite our best efforts he is not getting any better so we are struggling to see the real Macs.
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 hustle and bustle. He would much prefer a rural setting with fewer visitors - just a calm and peaceful environment with adults only. 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.
Cardi is unfortunately looking for a new home as her owners declining health mean that she isn't getting the walks and time she needs, so hopefully we can find her a nice retirement home!
As Cardi has never been in kennels before her owner is keeping her at home so she doesn't have to endure the stress of kennels but she has come up to us for her assessment which she flew through.
When Cardi came up to the kennels she was super happy to greet everyone and absolutely loved all the fuss she could get, she walked well on the lead, came back to her name in the playpen and enjoyed getting all the sniffs she could sniff!
We have been told that she is super chill in the home opting to snooze her days away though she can be playful at times and will bark to let you know, after a quick tuggy game or play with her favourite bone she then gets back on the sofa to resume her nap. Cardi is housetrained, fine to be left on her own, travels well, does love her walks, knows her basic commands (though only usually obeys if there is treat bribery!) and loves her fuss. She is great with people, if anyone enters the house she quickly goes off to retrieve her favourite bone to show them!
We are looking for a dog free home for Cardi as she's never lived with dogs nor has she had much to do with other dogs, she does live with cats but can be quite boisterous when she wants them to play.
Although Cardi is overweight and getting older she can still be excitable and at times strong on the lead so she will need someone able to hold her, though with regular walks and a bit of training she should soon steady down and walk better 🙂
Cardi needs a home where she can start her weight loss program as she is in need of loosing a fair few pounds but hopefully with regular gentle walks gradually building up she will trim down and be able to enjoy longer walks.
Overall Cardi is a big cuddle monkey who just needs a home to love her, give her the fuss she craves and get her out enjoying walks!