Rocky – 4 year old male Collie Cross
Rocky is a 4 year old Collie that a young girl bought as an 8 week old puppy. The girl kept leaving Rocky with her parents. She would have him back for periods of time but has now decided she does not want him back again. Her parents have now moved into a small flat without a garden so have asked us to take Rocky him. Rocky was nervous and in his kennel and initially frightened of people, but once he had some treats and he played with a ball, he relaxed and enjoyed being out. He ran enthusiastically after the ball and seems young and fit – he runs in a typical collie fashion – fast and focused! He was happy to be stroked in-between running after balls, and even rolled over on his tummy for it to be rubbed. He took treats gently. He brings the ball back to you, lies down, and throws it towards you with his mouth for you to throw it again!
He really loves a game and will go on running after the ball for as long as you want to throw it! He seems a lovely little collie who really enjoys playing games, and he really did NOT want to go back into his kennel after the happiness of being out and having company, barking to call us back. He is bright and alert and would probably enjoy being trained to do agility and fly-ball – he already began to reveal a playful, characterful disposition, and he has got a lot to give if someone would have time to let him shine! Rocky has a shiny, thick and wavy coat, particularly wavy in the ruff around his neck and it seemed in good condition. He is used to the lead, and sat to have it put on. We did not introduce him to any dogs today, but he showed an interest in them when they entered a field below. He may be a bit nervous and cautious when he first meets you, but he just needs someone who will introduce him gently to a new home, and help him get over the fears he feels now, to feel safe and trusting so he can relax, be himself, enjoy life with you, and show you what a lovely companion he can be.
Rocky has had quite a few changes in his life. Being a very intelligent, loyal breed of dog, collies do find this hard to deal with. So Rocky really deserves his own, forever home with people who will be consistent and loyal back for him.
Rocky is a super dog. His housetraining is great and he is good mannered. He does bark a bit so needs a home not too close to neighbours. He doesn’t like being away from people and this makes him bark. He is OK at night. He gets on really well with all the other dogs and has accepted the three new ones very well. He still loves fetching a ball endlessly and this does tire him out.
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