Milo

Breed: Akita X, Male Date of Birth: 22nd January 2023 Arrived to Kennels: 17th May 2024
Can I live with other dogs?	Potentially, subject to a meet and greet on Site
Can I live with teenagers?	Yes
Can I live with young children?	Potentially
Do I have any medical issues?	No
Can I live with cats?	No
Am I good on the lead?	I require training as I like to pull!

We are looking for a very special adopter for Milo. Ideally with breed experience/a dog that has come from a similar background of having a poor puppy stage in life.

Milo has had a very restricted first year, sadly he has spent most of his time within a crate, in a flat with no garden. Due to this, Milo sadly lacks basic socialisation and has limited knowledge of the outside world.

Milo knows basic ques such as sit, paw, lay down and is very trainable by using tasty treats! He is currently being trained too loose lead walk. 

Our assessment of Milo indicated that he has a lot of intelligence. He would definitely benefit from training classes. These can be provided through ACGAS.

Milo would be a wonderful pet for active adopters who have a lot of time to dedicate to him. Anyone with Malinois experience would be ideal. He would not be suitable for first time dog owners. Milo is in desperate need of learning the ways of the outdoor world. If you're a doggy person looking to adopt a dog with fantastic potential and a blank slate, Milo may be the perfect dog for you!

Tony

Tony is a spirited dog who is full of energy.

This handsome chap has come in to our care through no fault of his own and is now looking for understanding adopters, who can give him the stable environment and the active lifestyle that he needs.

Tony came in with another dog but sadly due to kennel spacing, they had to be separated. Tony isn't a huge fan of kennel life. He adores going out for lead walks and having off lead time in our secure fields but being in the kennel itself has freaked him out a little bit. He is a very calm, chilled boy who just wants a peaceful life. He loves cuddles and affection and is in desperate need of some home comforts. 

His favourite thing in the world is water, upon entering our fields he will beeline for the tap that is connected to the paddling pools, given the chance, he will dig and splash in the water all day. Adopters need to be aware that he also likes to do this with his water bowl within the kennel, we are unsure if he will do this once in a home but if you don't mind some soggy socks every now and again, Tony may be the dog for you. 

Training wise, we have noticed that Tony can be a little bit wary of traffic whilst out on a walk, this can be worked on with guidance and tips from our ACGAS trainer.  

*Favourite thing in the whole world - Water

*Reason for rehoming - Relocating to different country*

Miley

Breed: British Bull Dog, Female Date of Birth: 6th April 2021 Arrived to Kennels: 2nd August 2024
Can I live with other dogs?	Potentially - subject to a meet and greet on Site.
Can I live with teenagers?	Yes
Can I live with young children?	Potentially - applications will only be accepted if the child/children have lived with a dog before
Do I have any medical issues?	Yes - Miley has been treated for a few medical condition - see information below:  BOAS Surgery: BOAS surgery aims to correct anatomical abnormalities in dogs with brachycephalic obstructive airway syndrome. Cherry eye is a condition where the gland inside the third eyelid prolapses (pops out). It appears as a red fleshy mass and can be uncomfortable for the affected individual. If left untreated, it can lead to other eye problems such as conjunctivitis and corneal ulcers.
Can I live with cats?	No
Am I good on the lead?	Yes

Miley lacks in a bit of confidence and is seeking a family or individual who will welcome her into her new home with open arms and understanding.

She can be a little timid at times and therefore her new owners must ensure they use positive training methods towards her. We sadly do not know much about Miley's background but she does tend to flinch quite often around her handlers and can cower low to the ground, as if preparing for something negative to happen. Once Miley gets to know you, her character really starts to shine through. She is a wonderful girl with a playful personality, she is not afraid to run into your legs to announce her arrival. Miley adores human attention and is a right little snuggle bug. 

Miley has not been dog tested whilst in our care, this is due to her requiring multiple surgeries at this time and we want her as calm as possible. We do know that Miley has lived with other dogs in his previous home and is not bothered by dogs whilst out on a walk. She is looking to be the only dog at home at the moment but has the potential to build relationships with calm, well rounded dogs on walks in the future. 

Sparky

Breed: Jack Russell Terrier, Black & White, Male Date of Birth: 3rd November 2018 Arrived to Kennels: 20th September 2024
Can I live with other dogs?	Potentially, subject to a meet and greet on Site.
Can I live with teenagers?	Yes
Can I live with young children?	No - 16+
Do I have any medical issues?	No
Can I live with cats?	No - Due to Sparky's breed, he has a high prey drive. He chases cats, squirrels and birds.
Am I good on the lead?	Yes

This handsome chap is Sparky! (formally known as Mister).

Sparky came into us in May 2022 and was rehomed 7 months later in the December. His owner has now sadly passed away & no family were able to take him in. 

After spending the last two years in a loving, stable home, naturally Sparky is very confused and stressed in his current environment. He is not coping very well with the sudden changes in his life. We are looking for a terrier savvy home who have had previous experience with the breed.

Sparky is a bubbly, confident boy. He is very clever and will thrive in a home where he can take part in enrichment and brain games. He needs a family/owner that can keep up with his pace! 

Sparky is fantastic travelling in a car and loves going for walks. He adores his squeaky toys and values them more than any amount of cheese or chicken treats!

He is truly a wonderful boy who will make a fantastic companion for the right home. 

Goose

Breed: Lurcher X Labrador Retriever, Tan, Male Date of Birth: August 2023 Vet Guesstimate Arrived to Kennels: 10th September 2024
Can I live with other dogs?	Potentially, subject to a meet and greet on Site. Goose can on occasion, guard toys from other dogs. We have only witnessed this within our enclosed field environment. We have no knowledge of how Goose is within a home due to him being a stray.
Can I live with teenagers?	Yes
Can I live with young children?	No - 16+
Do I have any medical issues?	No
Can I live with cats?	No - Goose is not bothered by the farm cats at the Sanctuary but due to him being half lurcher, we would recommend a cat-free home.
Am I good on the lead?	Yes - Goose is a very good boy on the lead.

Goose is a super handsome and loveable, Lurcher X Labrador, he has an affectionate nature and greets everyone he meets with kisses!

Sadly, Goose arrived too us as an unclaimed stray from the Goytre area. He was severely underweight and his overall condition gave us the impression that he had been living outdoors for quite some time. As you can imagine, this has meant that he has missed out on the comforts of a loving family and home environment as well as the opportunities to explore the big open world. Naturally, his toilet training needs some work. 

Goose knows how to get our attention. He often shows his half kangaroo side & will spring off the ground on all four legs in order to say hello and will nudge your hands for cuddles if you're not paying attention too him. This bouncy boy has a lot of potential, he is already learning to sit and we are teaching him that keeping all four legs on the ground is not necessarily a bad thing!

He often carries around a small fluffy toy in his mouth to then take away and shred! If you don't mind de-stuffed toys scattered around the house, Goose may be the perfect dog for you. Cuddly, teddy bear style toys are his favourite but if you have a tasty treat or two, food outweighs all and he will come running! He's a proper foodie! 

Goose has made a few doggy friends whilst at the Sanctuary. He will happily walk alongside them on lead walks & is very gentle & respectful when interacting. Although. he can occasionally be a little wary of other dogs when they are near him whilst he has a cuddly toy. Due to this, we would recommend a home with older children only (16+) and if the family applying already have a dog, discussions with our Dog Trainer & Behaviourist Gary Mathlin will take place. 

Goose would be a great match for an active home where understanding & patience are key. Not knowing any information regarding his background must be taken into consideration & the family (or) individual will need to work closely with us at the Sanctuary to ensure Goose is settled in properly to his new home. 

If you think you have a Goose shaped hole in your heart, please email into us to request a dog adoption form. 

Reason for Rehoming- Surrendered by public as a stray. 

Spanner

Breed: Sprocker, Liver & White, Male Date of Birth: 6th March 2019 Arrived to Kennels: 27th October 2024
Can I live with other dogs?	Potentially. Spanner has lived with another dog in the past but the owners informed us that he can resource guard food & toys from other dogs on occasion.
Can I live with teenagers?	Yes
Can I live with young children?	No - 16+
Do I have any medical issues?	No
Can I live with cats?	No - Spanner has never lived with a cat. Whilst out on a walk he will freeze & stare at them if they're stationary but he has the potential to chase them if they run.
Am I good on the lead?	Yes - Spanner is excellent on the lead. He becomes super excited when he sees the harness & lead come out. He can pull for the first 5 minutes but then calms down.

Spanner is a striking 5 year old Sprocker with a wonderfully playful manner and an increasing joy for cuddles. He is so eager to please & adores learning new things. He currently knows sit, down, paw & wait. He is so intelligent! This makes him a fantastic candidate for future training classes. 

Spanner has met two dogs whilst at ACGAS, another Spaniel & a Labrador. Introductions went well & he was fantastic off lead with them both.

He’s happiest when exploring the great outdoors. At this time of year, he loves to rummage in the autumn leaves & is eager to see where the scents take him! If you’re someone who enjoys an active lifestyle, Spanner would love to be your hiking partner!

His ideal family will be an adult only home that are on the go, patient, understanding and ready to invest time in giving him what he needs. His energy levels will need to be matched & his mental stimulation must be a priority. Being a spaniel, he requires a lot of enrichment!

He’ll repay you tenfold with companionship, affection and endless tippy taps of excitement. He is truly a wonderful boy with so much potential.