Mavis – 6 year old female Cross-Breed

Mavis (ref 201d) is a very friendly brindle coated 6 year + adult female cross-breed. She was brought to Derby RSPCA Centre because her last owner had abandoned her. Mavis absolutely loves to be with people and should make an excellent companion and playmate. She would be suitable for a household where any children were aged 10+ and very kind to animals.  She adores playing but is not a toy herself,  so children would need to treat her with respect and not tug at her, pull her about and frighten her.

She also loves being stroked, being groomed and being allowed to join in any fun that’s going on. Mavis knows at least 3 commands, possibly more, and is a bright little dog altogether. She would need to be the only pet in the household, since she doesn’t enjoy the company of other dogs and  -  being part Terrier  -   would be certain to chase after cats and other small furry animals.

Mavis really is a thoroughly likeable little character, so very keen to make friends with everybody and so very full of fun and playfulness. If you can offer her all the attention, regular walks, love, care and friendly interaction she needs to keep her a happy and healthy dog, then lovely Mavis may well be the perfect dog for you.

Barney – 6 year old male Jack Russell Terrier

Barney (ref 39d) is a very confident and outgoing 6 year old white and brown male Jack Russell Terrier.  He arrived at Derby RSPCA Centre when his last owners decided that they no longer wanted to own a dog and got rid of him.  He is a very characterful, busy and alert little dog who is friendly towards people and who loves to keep a beady, supervisory eye on everyone in the household.

Barney knows at least 3 commands, is house-trained and would be suitable for a quiet, grown-up home with dog-knowledgeable owners who are prepared to show plenty of love, patience and understanding to a slightly eccentric little dog.

He is a very lovable little fellow but he doesn’t like the company of other dogs, so he needs to be rehomed as the only pet in the house.  Being a Terrier, he would of course be certain to chase after cats, rabbits and other small animals.

Barney likes to have people around to keep him company, because being left on his own makes him very unhappy, so he needs to go to a home where there will generally be somebody on the premises to make certain he doesn’t get lonely and upset.  He enjoys playing, especially with toys, and like all terriers is a lively little lad who relishes his walks and the opportunity to investigate interesting scents.

This sparky little chap will make a scintillating addition to any dog-experienced and suitably active adult household which can offer him all the play, exercise and regular walks he needs and let him know exacty where he fits into the family hierarchy without treating him like a lapdog or a baby.

Jack Russells are a very long-lived breed, so Barney could easily provide his new owners with at least another 10 years of furry-faced friendship, fresh air walks and fun.

Brutus – 5 year old male Collie cross German Shepherd

Brutus (ref 178d) is a gorgeous and very lovable tan-coloured Collie cross German Shepherd aged 5 years old.  He was brought to Derby RSPCA Centre by an RSPCA Inspector. Brutus is a friendly dog but is also rather quiet, so he needs a home with people who will understand that in spite of being a lively-looking dog he is nevertheless a thoughtful and slightly reserved creature whose idea of a good time doesn’t necessarily include romping about and being surrounded by rowdy people. He loves to be stroked and fussed and also enjoys being groomed, probably for the same reason.

He is very friendly with people and likes to play, but doesn’t at present seem to be very interested in playing with toys, perhaps because he’s never had many or perhaps just because living here in kennels doesn’t put him in a very playful frame of mind.  No doubt he’ll cheer up a lot and take more interest when he finds a new home. Brutus currently only seems to know 2 or 3 commands, but he is a highly intelligent dog and could certainly learn many more.  He would probably enjoy being trained enormously.

He would be suitable for a household where any children were aged 10+, kind, sensible and respectful towards dogs.  He will need owners who can not only provide him with plenty of walks and exercise but also with lots of games and interesting things to do, to keep his clever brain occupied.  He would need to be the only dog in the home, because he doesn’t like the company of other dogs.  He does however seem to ignore cats, but would be certain to chase after rabbits and other small furry creatures.

Handsome Brutus really is a superb dog and a very intelligent and thoughtful character too.  He is very lovable indeed and possesses a huge amount of charm.  If you can offer him the fresh air and exercise he needs along with plenty of love and understanding, he will offer you his lifelong loyalty and love.

Cosmo – 3 year old male Labrador

Lovely Cosmo (ref 156d) is a very friendly male Black Labrador.  He was brought to Derby RSPCA Centre because his last owner was no longer able to own a dog due to a major change in personal circumstances. Cosmo is an adult dog whose age is not certain but whose personality suggests that he is still quite young. Like most Labradors he is a chummy, enthusiastic and playful chap who gets on well with everyone and wags his tail a lot.

He loves to play, both with people and with toys, and especially enjoys playing tug o’ war. His last owner doesn’t seem to have devoted much time to training him, so Cosmo currently only seems to know 2 or 3 commands, but he is a bright and trainable dog who should easily be able to respond to more training.  In fact more training should help him to bond with his new owner and learn his place in the household. Cosmo would be suitable for a home where any children were aged 7+ and very kind to animals.  He is a lively boy, so he will need active owners who can offer him plenty of exercise, regular walks and lots of fun in the fresh air. He appears to get along fine with other dogs and also with cats. Cosmo really is a superb dog who would fit easily into most homes.  He will bring lots of love, happiness and fun with him.  Expect large amounts of tail-wagging too.

Buster – 2 year old male Cross-Breed

Lovely Buster (ref 95d) is a 2 year old, very mild-mannered black and tan cross-breed.  He was brought to Derby RSPCA Centre by an RSPCA Inspector. He is a very well-behaved dog who enjoys keeping company with people and is very friendly and relaxed.

He is also an intelligent dog who knows at least 5 commands and could easily learn more.  He would probably enjoy being given more training, because he is a very attentive dog who seems to understand what you want him to do. He walks very well on the lead and obediently waits at the kerb before crossing the road.

Buster likes to play, both with toys and with people, and is a very calm and unflappable dog.  He can even seem rather aloof at times, being almost the complete opposite of a bull in a china shop, but is nevertheless a very warm and lovable character who likes to socialise with the human race.

Buster would be suitable to live in an active household where any children were aged 15+ and kind and sensible.  He doesn’t enjoy being pulled about, grabbed at and treated like a toy, so any young people in the household would need to behave respectfully towards him and love him for the quiet, thoughtful and sensible dog he is.  He does however adore having his back scratched.

He would need to be the only pet in the household, because like most dogs he would chase cats and other small furry creatures. He also doesn’t enjoy the company of other dogs at all.

Buster is an extremely sound chap who needs a home-for-life with dog-lovers who can give him lots of walks and outdoor fun along with games that let him use his clever old brain.  He really is a superb and very lovable dog who will make an excellent companion, best friend and key family-member for anyone who can give him all the love, care and exercise he deserves.