Estella Teddy Bear – 11 month old female Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Estella Teddy Bear is an 11 month old Staffordshire Bull Terrier girl who is currently in foster care in Congleton, Cheshire. Staffordshire Bull Terriers make great family pets hence the breeds well deserved nickname ‘The Nanny Dog’. They are companion dogs; very loyal and loving.They are an intelligent and active breed therefore you must have time on your hands to ensure they get lots of exercise. Socialisation with other dogs is paramount for any puppy/young dog to grow up well balanced.

Estella was hit by a car and the owners could not afford veterinary care and asked if the RSPCA could take her in. The first couple of photos show how extensive her injuries were; her knee cap was knocked out and she had an infection so amputation was discussed but thankfully her leg was saved.

She was also 2kg’s underweight upon arrival. She was taken in by one of our wonderful fosterers where she had cage rest and LOTS of TLC! Just look at her now!

Estella has been fully vaccinated, micro-chipped, wormed/flead and spayed. She had an x-ray; thankfully no fractures. She has now recovered but may still have a sore hip from time to time; she has metacam for this. Estella has a beautiful temperament, she is so incredibly friendly and affectionate. She is a small traditional Staffie.

A few words from her fosterer: Estella is perfect in the house; clean, quite and welcoming to visitors. She watches people and dogs pass the garden but never barks. She has been fantastic with Francine and never has shown any aggression whatsoever, even when she was in so much pain.

We’ve been advised that Estella is fine with other dogs but because she’s been on house rest for a few weeks we’ve not been able to introduce her to other dogs. She is very strong on the lead and needs some lead training, we recommend a harness.

Just look at that beautiful little face, how can anyone resist those big puppy dog eyes!

Oscar – 3 1/2 year old male Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Oscar is a 3 1/2 yrar old cross-breed boy who was originally transferred from Warrington RSPCA because he was being overlooked and had been in kennels for several months, we took him into a foster home from which he was rehomed back in Oct 2009. Unfortunately he is back with us because the owners couldn’t give him what he needed therefore resulting separation anxiety and the 2 dogs weren’t getting on any more-more information will be provided.

Oscar is neutered, micro-chipped and fully vaccinated with no health problems. Oscar is a typical young energetic dog, he’s full of beans! He adores tummy rubs and attention. He travels very well and he’s not toy or food possessive. He had lived with dogs before he came to the RSPCA and lived with a dog in his previous home but ideally he needs to be the only dog as it is hit and miss. He is not good with cats.

He’s a clever dog who learns fast and is very obedient, oh and he can open doors! He’d make an ideal family pet as he is great with children but perhaps too excitable to be around toddlers. We would like to rehome him with someone who is around a lot of the time and can give him lots of walks and attention, he just loves being out and about and loves to play games with you in the garden.

You must have experience with rescued dogs and have a secure garden as he’s been known to scale a 5ft fence! You must have time, patience and most importantly be kind and understanding.

One of his favourite past times is watching TV! When he was with us previously he’d sing a long to Coronation Street! Oscar is a super friendly dog with a great personality and is incredibly loving and affectionate, please give him a chance, he really does deserve it.

Stitch – 18 month old female Jack Russell Terrier

Stitch is an 18 month old Jack Russell Terrier. She was originally signed over to the RSPCA because she was not getting on with one of the other Jack Russells in the home. She was adopted but returned after just 4 weeks because she was toileting in the house. She is house trained but we think due to going through an upheaval she became anxious, we are sure in time with our advice she will get through this so her new owner needs to be able to help Stitch with this. She does pee when excited anyway. Stitch is fully vaccinated and spayed and will be micro/chipped, wormed/flead in due course; she has no health issues.

Stitch is a very affectionate dog and loves to cuddle up on your lap and have her belly tickled. She is a typical Jack Russell, any fan of the breed will certainly fall or her. Stitch has lived with other dogs without problems (she is good with other dogs generally) but due to her history with the resident JRT, we are looking for her to be re-homed with an experienced dog owner or as the only dog in the home.

Unfortunately Stitch broke one of her legs when she was a puppy and since then she has had very sensitive paws and doesn’t like them to be touched.

She has lived with children (aged 4 years) but due to her reaction over her paws it’s best that she has a home without small children. She is good on the lead and has good recall. She knows a few commands and is pretty smart. She is house trained but still wees when she gets overly-excited.

She runs and jumps on the furniture so perhaps some training is required here. Stitch has lived around chickens and small furries. Stitch is not destructive or toy/food possessive but she can be a bit partial to tissues and plastic if you left any lying around, oh and she attacks the hoover!

Her pictures show what a beauty she is and we are sure she will be snapped up soon!

Sparkle – 13 month old female Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Sparkle is a 13 month old Staffordshire Bull Terrier girl who is currently in kennels on the Staffordshire/Cheshire border. Sparkle (renamed by us) came in via an Inspector as the owner would not get Sparkle to the vets for treatment even when the RSPCA gave him a voucher for free treatment and lived only 10 mins from the vets!

Sparkle has Demodex which means she’ll be on a monthly spot on treatment (she may need Aludex shampoo treatment at some point) and anti-biotics which should clear it in time. She will need skin scrapes every few weeks; when 2 come back negative then treatment will end.

Please see below for more information on this, we really hope this does not discourage anyone from applying to adopt Sparkle, we would be willing to cover the cost of the treatment.

Information from our vet: Demodex is NOT contagious. All mammals carry Demodex including humans. When the immune system isn’t at it’s best (quite often through puberty) this is when the the mange can flare up. It’s a mite that causes hair loss and itchiness and is very common. When the dog hits puberty that is normally when the immune systems sorts itself out and the Demodex clears of it’s own accord.

Sparkle will be vaccinated in due course and spayed when the demodex is clear, we will cover the cost of the neutering which is mandatory. She is absolutely stunning! She is quite big for a Staffy (possibly a cross) and is really friendly and gentle. She absolutely loves to play and is full of fun. She is good with other dogs and can be rehomed with older children/teens.

Staffies make wonderful family pets…they are known as the Nanny dog for that reason. They are loyal and real companion dogs and normally easy to train; Sparkle will wait and sit for you to throw a ball. She is house trained and walks well on the lead albeit quite strong. With being a young dog she will need plenty of exercise. How can any Staffy lover turn their back on this Sparkly eyed lady!

Tess – 6 year old female Labrador Cross

Tess is a 6 year old Labrador cross girl who is currently fostered in Biddulph, Staffordshire who was signed over to the RSPCA because her owners partner left the home and with her having learning difficulties and her mother having mobility problems they just could not give Tess what she needed in generally day to day care and exercise.

Tess has been vaccinated, wormed and flead. She was already neutered and micro-chipped. She is a healthy dog but just needs to loose a little weight. She went to Chesterfield RSPCA back in June as they are our overflow kennels but as of the 19th September she is with us in a foster home.

Tess is a VERY friendly and affectionate dog who loves to be around people. She is incredibly playful in and outside of the house. She is house trained; she is not toy or food possessive, she travels very well in fact she loves the car but after a long journey can be a little sick.

Tess is very strong on the lead so we recommend either a harness or a Cannycollar. She would be better as the only dog in the house as she can be hit and miss with them. Because of her bouncy nature she can be homed with children over 10 years old.

Sadly no-one expressed an interest in Tess while she was Chesterfield RSPCA. The staff there are very disappointed because Tess is absolutely gorgeous and has such a lovely temperament. She is a bubbly doglet who loves cuddles and is full of fun and character!