Dogalogue

Cosmos

Cosmos is an 18 month old Springer Spaniel cross Collie. He is extremely lively, energetic, and loves to play. His previous owners never let him off the lead so he will need to learn recall. He has had some training and knows several commands but he has some behaviour problems which need work. He can be destructive when left. He is very strong on the lead so wears a halti but he does still pull. He will need very patient, active owners who are prepared to continue his training and keep him occupied and stimulated. He is a lovely dog who is full of character and just needs experienced owners who are prepared for the challenge of training him.

Buster

Buster is a 3 year old Old English Sheepdaog. He is a very lively, bouncy boy who loves life.  He enjoys meeting new dogs but his social skills are a bit rough and he sometimes frightens other dogs.  He has some basic training but will need further training to stop him jumping up when he is excited.  He has lots of energy and loves to play with cuddly toys.  He would suit experienced owners who are used to large dogs, he will make a rewarding pet to own. He is suitable to live with children over 14.

Hatter

Hatter is a 9 month old Labrador. He is looking for a very active home. He loves the company of people but just get too excited and jumps up a lot. He does not know how to walk on a lead and is quite erratic on one. He only knows how to sit but is very keen to learn and picks things up quickly. He is not a nasty dog he just can't control himself. He will need a very active home where he get lots of long walks every day and has lots of training. He is suitable to live with children over 12.

Donovan & Rosie

Donovan is a 4 year old male Labrador cross. Rosie is a 3 year old Lurcher. Donovan is a timid but friendly boy who can be vocal.  Rosie a timid girl who is wary of new situations and may growl and bark. They have not had much training or socialising and may bark at dogs and strangers.  They are strong on the lead but walk well once they have settled.  They have very sweet natures and are affectionate and cuddly.  They need experienced owners who have the time and energy to dedicate to training them.  They are looking for a home together as they are inseparable. They are suitable to live with children over 14.

Squirt

Squirt is a 5 month old cross breed. He is a typical, bouncy energetic puppy. He loves people and other dogs but can be timid at times.  He will need complete basic training as he is only a baby and will go though all the stages of chewing, housetraining etc just like any other puppy.  He is a lovely, good natured chap who needs a loving, dedicated home. He is suitable to live with any age children. Reserved. We can take second reserves.

Maisy

Maisy is a 3 year old Collie cross. She is a very affectionate dog and enjoys cuddles from everyone. She has some basic training and can sit, give both paws and lay down. She loves food and take treats gently but she does not like people taking her food bowl or bone away. She is a lovely dog who needs an active loving home. She is suitable to live with children over 16.

Rizzo

Rizzo is a 2 year old Staffie. She loves people and adores cuddles. She likes to roll on her back for affection and will jump onto laps for cuddles. She has some basic training and can sit, give both paws and get off when told. She is not keen on other dogs and will snap if they pester her but will generally walk past and ignore them. She would like an active home so she can go for lots of long walks and have more training. She is suitable to live with children over 5.

Barney

Barney is a 4 year old American Bulldog. He is scared of his own shadow. Once he gets to know you he is very loving and loves cuddles. He has had a very unsettled life and needs experienced and dedicated owners. He is looking for an adult only home where he will be the only pet. He is not currently on public view. Please phone reception on 01752 331602 for more details.

Vinnie

He is a 6 year old Staffie. He is a very friendly, lively boy who is obsessed with toys especially footballs.  He does not like other dogs and needs to be muzzled and kept on a lead in public places.  He has some basic training and is fully housetrained.  He is crate trained.  He is looking for experienced owners who have the time to put into training. He will make a lovely dog to own. He is suitable to live with children over 12.

Floss

Floss is a 2 year old Staffie cross. She is a lovely, sweet girl who loves to sit on your lap for cuddles.  She is timid of other dogs and tries to avoid them where possible, if she cannot get away from them then she may snap.  She has some basic training but would benefit from lead training and socialising with other dogs.  She has a lovely, kind nature and will make a rewarding pet to own. She is suitable to live with children over 6.

Jimi

Jimi is a 3 year old Staffie. He loves food and is willing to learn. He can sit, give both paws and beg. He loves being with people and enjoy cuddles. He likes most toys and will play by himself but he might chew his toys. He will need an active home and basic training. He does jump up and is strong on the lead. With time and training he will be a great dog to own. He is suitable to live with children over 10.

Danny Boy

Danny Boy is a 7 year old Collie cross. He is a laid back dog who likes cuddles. He has no training and can be strong on the lead. He is clean in the house and enjoy walks. Even though he has no training he is very sweet natured. He has been well behaved while at Gables but he did snap at a child in his last home. He will need regular long walks and socialising with dogs. He is suitable to live with children over 16.

Cade

Cade is a 7 year old Staffie. He loves the company of people and is affectionate. He only has a little basic training but can sit and give both paws. He loves food and is willing to learn. He does grab the lead when on a walk and wont give it up. He is looking for an experienced home with dedicated training to help him over come this issue and gain more basic commands. He loves walks and is friendly to everyone he meets. With time and training he will be a great dog to own. He is suitable to live with children over 10.

Asta

Asta is a 4 year old Collie cross. He was growly and a bit scared when he first arrived at Gables Farm. He has now settled in loves everyone and enjoy cuddles. He does get over excited and will jump up. He enjoys playing with balls but does not always want to give them up. He will need an active home where he will be kept active physically and mentally. He is suitable to live with children over 12.

Polo

Polo is a 4 year old Greyhound. He is a laid back dog and enjoys the company of people. He is wary of dogs and will try to avoid them, he is not aggressive towards other dogs but he will be better suited on his own. He has no training but he does walk well on the lead. He is an ex racer so must always be muzzled when in a public place. He loves people and will make a good companion. He is suitable to live with children over 8.

Lad

Lad is a 6½ year old Greyhound. He is a laid back dog. He likes the company of people and is very affectionate. He is a gentle dog and loves walks. He walks well on the lead. He likes other dogs but mainly ignores them when on a walk. He gets excited when he plays and like to chase balls but does not bring them back.  He is suitable to live with children over 12.

Jojo

Jojo is a 13 year old German Shepherd cross. She is lively, excitable dog who has a strong dislike of other  dogs and will stand on her back legs barking and lunging at them.  She is walked on a halti for control and has a very sweet nature.  She does not like to play with toys but enjoys most types of food.  Despite her age Jojo is still very active and will make a loyal companion for an experienced owner who is prepared to tolerate her dog aggression issues. She is suitable to live with children over 3.

Star

Star is a 6 year old Greyhound. He is a lively, strong dog who loves to chase toys. He gets over excited and occasionally jumps up for attention. He must always wear a muzzle in public due to him being an ex racer.  He is timid of other dogs except greyhounds so would be better as an only dog.  Star will make a rewarding companion to own. He is suitable to live with children over 14.

Baz

Baz is a 3 year old Greyhound. He likes the company of people and has some basic training. He likes most food and is keen to learn. He can be strong on the lead and gets excited when he sees another dog. In the right home Baz will be a great dog to own. He is suitable to live with children over 8.

Benji

Benji is a 5½ year old Collie cross. He is a very excitable, friendly dog who loves to play with toys and other dogs.  He did not like to be left in the kennel when he first came to gables but he has improved greatly.  He does not like being left in the home and will chew through doors and may toilet in the house.  He is a sweet dog but requires a lot of training and patience to try and improve his anxiety when being left. He has started agility training and is showing good progress, he enjoys agility and has potential as an agility dog.  Given time and dedicated training he will a rewarding  dog to own. He loves people and attention and is very affectionate. He is looking for a home with adults only.

Red

Red is a 6 year old Jack Russell. He is a very lively energetic dog who loves to be with people.  He has developed a few behaviour problems in his last home of 4 months and will need very understanding, experienced owners who are prepared to work with him.  He will jump up when people try to leave the house and does not like other dogs.  He is possessive over food and will take a lot of time and training to improve his behaviour.  Despite his problems Red does has a lovely character and has the potential to make a fun pet to own. He is looking for a home with adults only.

Sally

Sally is a 6 year old Collie cross. She is an intelligent dog who does have a few behaviour problems. She does not like dogs and will always have to be muzzled when in public, she is happy to wear a muzzle. She is not keen on being left and may bark. Sally is a nice dog who with time and training will be a rewarding dog to own. She is suitable to live with children over 14.

Marley

Marley is a 2 year old Staffie. He is a very lively, strong dog who adores people and attention.  He will jump up for attention and will need complete basic training, he has started agility training at Gables and is showing promise. He is not tolerant of other dogs and we would recommend muzzling him in public areas for safety. Given time and training Marley will make a fun pet to own.  He is suitable to live with children over 12.