11 year old BETTY has found her way into rescue due to her owner passing away. She may be older but in her head she is half that age. She is always up for her walks and up for any adventure. She will have fusses but is much more interested in seeing what else is on offer. In the playpen she will have a run around but walks are definitely her favourite thing in the world. She can pull when we first get her out but then does settle - she is not a companion dog who just wants a short pootle around the block.
Betty will need to be the only dog in the home as she definitely likes to be in her bubble - she will happily walk around with other dogs but won't tolerate them in her face.
We know finding the perfect home for a dog the size of a small pony isn't going to be easy, but we're sure that Creed's forever family is out there waiting for him.
Creed came into our care as a stray believed to be around 1-2 18 months old judging by his teeth however his goofy puppy behaviour suggests he's actually closer to 8–12 months old. He's still very much a baby in a giant body!
Sadly he hasn't had the best start in life - he has already gained 10kg since being in kennels and he will hit the floor if he thinks he has done something wrong bless him 
and we're slowly helping him become the healthy, happy dog he deserves to be. Underneath his giant frame is a sensitive soul.
For such a big lad, Creed actually walks really well on a headcollar, happily staying by your side. He can get excited when he spots other dogs or people, but he's improving every single day and becoming much better at keeping his lead loose. He absolutely loves being out exploring, although he does have a stubborn streak when he decides walkies shouldn't be over just yet!
In the playpen, Creed's favourite thing is a football. He'll happily entertain himself by charging around after it, although his spatial awareness could definitely use a little work🤣
Creed is also discovering just how lovely fusses and cuddles can be. He's a very affectionate boy, although he does still jump up in his excitement. Considering he's taller than most of our staff when he stands up, this is something we're working hard on!
Creed is an oversized puppy who will need an experienced home with giant or large breeds. His new family will need to be committed to continuing his training, building his confidence, and showing him that the world isn't such a scary place.
Although he's good with dogs when out and about, we feel he'd be happiest as the only dog initially while he settles into home life, although this isn't set in stone and could be discussed. He hasn't been cat tested, and due to his size and exuberance, we're looking for a home without young children.
Creed has so much love to give and so much potential. He simply needs someone willing to see past his size and invest the time, patience and kindness he deserves. In return, you'll gain a loyal, hilarious, affectionate best friend who will make you smile every single day.
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!
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.
Toby is looking for a very special home where he can feel safe, understood, and truly settled.
He’s a sensitive boy who finds meeting new people difficult, so he will need a calm, quiet home with minimal visitors and a patient adopter who can give him the time and space he needs to build trust at his own pace.
Toby was rehomed from us several years ago, his owners were committed to his training but sadly things became too much and full details will be given to those interest in rehoming him.
Once you’re in Toby’s circle, you’re there for life. He forms incredibly strong bonds and is such a loving, affectionate boy — he adores sitting on your lap, giving kisses, and rolling over for tummy rubs.
Although Toby will happily walk around with other dogs he does have a personal bubble so would need to be the only dog in the home. He walks so well on the lead and already knows some great commands including sit, down, and even spin 🐾
We will be looking for an owner to advocate for him to keep him safe, he needs to be put in situations to succeed and not to fail as such he will need a quiet home and enjoy walks in quieter places where he won't be approached by strangers wanting to say hello to him irrelevant of how super cute he is.
Toby just needs someone willing to see past his worries and give him the chance he deserves — and in return, you’ll gain the most loyal best friend.
If you think you could offer Toby the quiet, understanding home he needs, please get in touch.
