HOMED: Bob - 2 yrs - JRT - Calne, Wiltshire
May 19, 2014 12:34:18 GMT
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Post by Deleted on May 19, 2014 12:34:18 GMT
Please read Bob's details carefully before deciding whether to submit an application form. Applications which do not meet the criteria will not be contacted.
Bob came into the rescue after his owner found a new job with hours unsuitable for leaving a dog alone and advertised him as 'free to a good home'. To prevent Bob falling into the wrong hands, the rescue offered to help.
Bob is a 2 year old Jack Russell terrier, currently being fostered in Calne, Wiltshire alongside two female dogs of a similar age. He settled in quickly and now enjoys playing with the other dogs, although he can become quite boisterous at times, as well as overly amorous on occasion. A warning snap is sufficient to let Bob know when enough is enough though and he will stop without issue. Similarly, Bob is well able to warn off the others if necessary. Bob has never lived with another male dog so we are unable to comment on how he would react to a dominant male.
He greets all dogs he meets on walks, male or female, in a friendly manner and is currently having one walk a day of at least 90 minutes, including some off-lead time which he loves. Bob has boundless energy so he will need an active home which can provide him with plenty of exercise.
On the lead his excitement at being out does give him the tendency to pull initially so further training on this would be advisable.
Bob's recall is excellent and he will return when called even if busy playing with another dog. Care does need to be taken around livestock though as he can become anxious if he becomes 'trapped' in amongst a penned flock/herd. No aggression whatsoever but he may bolt – on the occasion this happened he simply waited for his fosterer at the car rather than returning to her upon recall.
Bob's experience of cats is limited but he has never shown any interest in chasing those he has seen, nor in the foster family's pet hamster. With careful introductions, he could potentially be homed where there is a resident, dog-savvy cat, or in a home where there are small, caged furries.
Bob is always eager to meet all new people and is very friendly. His excitement leads to him jumping up at people for attention so this is an area that will definitely require further training. While Bob was brought up around children of all ages, we are recommending a home where any children are aged 8+ due to his bounciness and the potential for younger children to be accidentally bowled over by him.
Bob likes to be the first to greet anyone at the door so the new owner will need to take this into consideration to prevent him getting loose.
He is used to 'free feeding' with food being available throughout the day as he prefers to 'graze' rather than eat a large amount at any one time. If Bob is adopted into a home where the resident dogs are just fed one or two large meals, this would need to be considered.
Bob loves 'tuggy' toys and those he can chase such as frisbees or sticks, but prefers having another dog or a human to play with rather than by himself. Ideally we would like Bob's new home to have at least one other similar-aged dog to keep him company. If not then there would have to be plenty of opportunity for human interaction.
Bob travels well although his anticipation of his walk at the end of the journey makes him very fidgety and eager to see out of the windows. While in foster he has travelled wearing a car harness but this is not really suitable as he tends to get himself tied up in the seatbelts! He would be more suited to travelling in a crate or behind a dog-guard to keep him safe.
Bob is fine being left at home, shut in the kitchen with some treats and his bed, and has never displayed any kind of destructive behaviour.
He also sleeps in the kitchen without a peep until 7-8am when he will bark to let you know he needs to go out. During the day he'll sleep pretty much anywhere , including on your lap if possible, and is used to being allowed on the furniture.
Bob's original owner was taking him to the groomer's once a month to deal with, what they described as, “considerable” moulting so he is clearly used to being groomed. However, daily brushing with a furminator to remove any loose hair would resolve this without the need for expensive, professional grooming. Again, this is something applicants would need to take into consideration before offering Bob a home.
He tolerates baths and being towelled dry but does not enjoy either of these.
Bob's foster Mum has this to add:
"Due to Bobs short sparse hair, he does have a coat to wear in the rain or cold weather. We have used it once, and he is happy to have it put on and wear it walking. He will walk in the rain or use the garden to releave himself but i would not say he enjoys the rain!
Bobs previous owner said he hardly ever barked, but i find him very vocal. He will bark at noises inside and outside the house. He will bark at next doors dogs through the fence.He will also bark to get out of the car when we stop to get out to go for a walk and again once we get home. He may be competing or picking up the behaviour from my dogs,(who also bark alot) or he may be being a bit protective over his environment.
Bob is excitable and jumps up and down next to you when you come back from being out, and when he thinks he is getting a treat or going out for a walk. You need to be firm with him and get him to sit (which he will do) before he gets what he wants.
Bob is a lovely friendly ready made family dog. He does need at least an hours free running a day to keep his energy levels fulfilled. He is also young and playful so needs a home that can accomodate this. Periods of being left should be no longer than 3 hours otherwise he could being bored and unhappy. He would fit into a home with a resident dog of a similar age (depending on compatibility) who could keep up with the play,or as a sole dog that had lots of playful loving human contact."
Bob is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, flea and worm treated.
SUMMARY
An active home that can provide a minimum of 2 hours exercise a day, to include some off-lead time.
Children aged 8+, preferably with experience of lively, small dogs.
A commitment to on-going training and an ability to be firm.
A home where there is at least one other small, friendly, active dog OR a home that will provide plenty of human interaction.
Cats and small furries are possible.
No full-time working hours. Can be left for up to 3 hours.
If you are interested in adopting Bob please complete our online adoption form here:
www.littledogrescue.co.uk/PreAdoption.html
and someone will give you a call as soon as possible.
Bob came into the rescue after his owner found a new job with hours unsuitable for leaving a dog alone and advertised him as 'free to a good home'. To prevent Bob falling into the wrong hands, the rescue offered to help.
Bob is a 2 year old Jack Russell terrier, currently being fostered in Calne, Wiltshire alongside two female dogs of a similar age. He settled in quickly and now enjoys playing with the other dogs, although he can become quite boisterous at times, as well as overly amorous on occasion. A warning snap is sufficient to let Bob know when enough is enough though and he will stop without issue. Similarly, Bob is well able to warn off the others if necessary. Bob has never lived with another male dog so we are unable to comment on how he would react to a dominant male.
He greets all dogs he meets on walks, male or female, in a friendly manner and is currently having one walk a day of at least 90 minutes, including some off-lead time which he loves. Bob has boundless energy so he will need an active home which can provide him with plenty of exercise.
On the lead his excitement at being out does give him the tendency to pull initially so further training on this would be advisable.
Bob's recall is excellent and he will return when called even if busy playing with another dog. Care does need to be taken around livestock though as he can become anxious if he becomes 'trapped' in amongst a penned flock/herd. No aggression whatsoever but he may bolt – on the occasion this happened he simply waited for his fosterer at the car rather than returning to her upon recall.
Bob's experience of cats is limited but he has never shown any interest in chasing those he has seen, nor in the foster family's pet hamster. With careful introductions, he could potentially be homed where there is a resident, dog-savvy cat, or in a home where there are small, caged furries.
Bob is always eager to meet all new people and is very friendly. His excitement leads to him jumping up at people for attention so this is an area that will definitely require further training. While Bob was brought up around children of all ages, we are recommending a home where any children are aged 8+ due to his bounciness and the potential for younger children to be accidentally bowled over by him.
Bob likes to be the first to greet anyone at the door so the new owner will need to take this into consideration to prevent him getting loose.
He is used to 'free feeding' with food being available throughout the day as he prefers to 'graze' rather than eat a large amount at any one time. If Bob is adopted into a home where the resident dogs are just fed one or two large meals, this would need to be considered.
Bob loves 'tuggy' toys and those he can chase such as frisbees or sticks, but prefers having another dog or a human to play with rather than by himself. Ideally we would like Bob's new home to have at least one other similar-aged dog to keep him company. If not then there would have to be plenty of opportunity for human interaction.
Bob travels well although his anticipation of his walk at the end of the journey makes him very fidgety and eager to see out of the windows. While in foster he has travelled wearing a car harness but this is not really suitable as he tends to get himself tied up in the seatbelts! He would be more suited to travelling in a crate or behind a dog-guard to keep him safe.
Bob is fine being left at home, shut in the kitchen with some treats and his bed, and has never displayed any kind of destructive behaviour.
He also sleeps in the kitchen without a peep until 7-8am when he will bark to let you know he needs to go out. During the day he'll sleep pretty much anywhere , including on your lap if possible, and is used to being allowed on the furniture.
Bob's original owner was taking him to the groomer's once a month to deal with, what they described as, “considerable” moulting so he is clearly used to being groomed. However, daily brushing with a furminator to remove any loose hair would resolve this without the need for expensive, professional grooming. Again, this is something applicants would need to take into consideration before offering Bob a home.
He tolerates baths and being towelled dry but does not enjoy either of these.
Bob's foster Mum has this to add:
"Due to Bobs short sparse hair, he does have a coat to wear in the rain or cold weather. We have used it once, and he is happy to have it put on and wear it walking. He will walk in the rain or use the garden to releave himself but i would not say he enjoys the rain!
Bobs previous owner said he hardly ever barked, but i find him very vocal. He will bark at noises inside and outside the house. He will bark at next doors dogs through the fence.He will also bark to get out of the car when we stop to get out to go for a walk and again once we get home. He may be competing or picking up the behaviour from my dogs,(who also bark alot) or he may be being a bit protective over his environment.
Bob is excitable and jumps up and down next to you when you come back from being out, and when he thinks he is getting a treat or going out for a walk. You need to be firm with him and get him to sit (which he will do) before he gets what he wants.
Bob is a lovely friendly ready made family dog. He does need at least an hours free running a day to keep his energy levels fulfilled. He is also young and playful so needs a home that can accomodate this. Periods of being left should be no longer than 3 hours otherwise he could being bored and unhappy. He would fit into a home with a resident dog of a similar age (depending on compatibility) who could keep up with the play,or as a sole dog that had lots of playful loving human contact."
Bob is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, flea and worm treated.
SUMMARY
An active home that can provide a minimum of 2 hours exercise a day, to include some off-lead time.
Children aged 8+, preferably with experience of lively, small dogs.
A commitment to on-going training and an ability to be firm.
A home where there is at least one other small, friendly, active dog OR a home that will provide plenty of human interaction.
Cats and small furries are possible.
No full-time working hours. Can be left for up to 3 hours.
If you are interested in adopting Bob please complete our online adoption form here:
www.littledogrescue.co.uk/PreAdoption.html
and someone will give you a call as soon as possible.
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