Kim and Spike – 6 and 10 year old female and male Jack Russell Terrier Crosses

Meet 10 year old Kim (pictured left) and 6 year old Spike (pictured right) are a lovely wee couple of Jack Russell crosses currently in the care of the Dogs Trust in Glasgow. They are charming dogs, mother and son and have always lived together. They both have wonderful reports from the home yet unfortunately came in rescue as their owners we’re moving house and could no longer accommodate them. The most important thing Kim and Spike need is simple… each other!

They seek a loving home that can give both dogs as much love and attention as they deserve. It is important they are kept together as they would pine for each other if separated. They enjoy snuggling up together for long snoozes and getting petted and fussed over by their owners. They are both happy to rest alone in the house for a few hours whilst you out and are perfectly housetrained. Being typical Terriers Kim and Spike love to play with their toys, especially squeaky ones!

They are very quick and you’ll have to keep up with them! Being a wee bit older doesn’t affect Kim, she still loves her walks and playtime, and as for Spike he just wants to be by his mum’s side constantly. If you feel you have room in your heart and home for two wonderful dogs that want to spend many more happy years together.

Shane – 12 year old male Golden Retriever

Shane is a 12 year old Golden Retriever currently in the care of the Dogs Trust in Glasgow. He is a fine older gentleman who seeks a forever home with someone who has room in their hearts for an older dog. Don’t let his age fool you though, age is simply a number to Shane who loves bounding around on his walks and the garden where he’ll love to play with his toys and spend lazy afternoons snoozing in the sun.

He is looking for a calm, quiet, adult only home who can understand that there will be a sensitive settling in period whilst he adapts to his new environment. Shane has spent some time in kennels waiting for his perfect home as although he bonds quickly with those he lives with, he does become worried meeting new people so new owners must carefully manage this, with the full support of Dogs Trust Glasgow staff.

If you have room in your heart and home for a big pup, and could give our Shane the experienced home he seeks, please get in touch with Dogs Trust Glasgow.

Zak – 3 year old male Cross-Breed

Zak is a very handsome 3 year old cross breed who is curently in the care of the Dogs Trust in Glasgow, who simply seems to be overlooked in kennels. As you can see from his picture he is a happy young boy who loves life and lives it to the max! Everything Zak does is so new and exciting his carers have to keep up with him! He is very bright and intelligent and has recently started clicker training and is doing great.

The main purpose of this training is to help him better cope with the stress of living in kennels. He can find thid difficult to cope with at times, so his owners must be committed to helping him settle in at his own pace. Once he has settled into a home and gets to know his new family he will be a wonderful addition and a loving and loyal pet. He is happy around younger children and loves the company of other dogs. He enjoys playing chase with his doggy friends in our field at Dogs Trust.

Rebel – 2 year old male Border Collie

Rebel is a charming 2 year old Border Collie dog in need of an owner who can be committed to his on going training. He is very typical of his breed and has many Collie traits and need’s help to control his excitement especially in new environments. With committed owners focused on his on-going training, given time he will be a dog that will give back the love he is shown, ten times over and will be a joy to own. He is very bright and intelligent and is always a step ahead of you. Rebel is a very clever dog and builds relationships with new people very quickly.

Once he has this bond with you, he will be engaged very quickly and his training will come along brilliantly. Rebel arrived at the Dogs trust as his owners could no longer care for him, having lived outside before his new owners will have to dedicate time to settling him into a home especially housetraining and coping being left alone. He is a very typical Collie and will focus on things and chase objects, this behaviour will have to be carefully managed and the training must focus on not encouraging this and drawing his attention onto other things. His trainers have been working hard and Rebel’s response has been fantastic, showing off what a clever boy he is! He does enjoy the company of other dogs, yet introductions to new dogs must be slow and gradual. He loves his toys and enjoys playing games with his handlers.

Kia – 2 1/2 year old female German Shepherd Cross

Kia is a sensitive 2 1/2 year old German Shepherd cross in the care of the Dogs Trust in Glasgow who is looking for an understanding home who can help her adapt to a new life not living in kennels. Kia has spent some time in kennels now, and can find this environment a difficult one to cope with. Being such a clever girl she requires lots of mental stimulation and loves to be kept entertained! She is still young and very fun-loving and adores playing tug-o-war games with her favourite handler Julie. A new home must be committed to helping Kia settle in have to be patient and understanding with her.

Kia has such a beautiful and affectionate nature. The biggest challenge Kia faces is her lack of confidence in new situations with introductions to strangers and dogs. Due to a lack of socialisation at a young age, Kia is unsure how to act when faced with new and challenging environments and can at times react with over the top behaviour. Her new home must be fully aware why she worries, and with the full support of her carers help her gradually, with time and patience, work through this. She can be unsure of other dogs at first but she will relax when the other dog is calm and she has got to know them. Kia loves playing with her toys, however play time can be restricted as she suffers from hip dysplasia, but her new home must understand she still has a very active mind and will need stimulated. Dogs Trust will cover any veterinary expenses occurred in relation to Kia’s hip problem. If you would like to talk to someone about giving our fantastic, loving Kia a home please call Dogs Trust Glasgow on 0141 773 5130.

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