4James's ideal home James has come into our care with very little known about his past and only limited experience of the big wide world. As a result, he can feel very scared and unsure when faced with anything new. James is looking for a patient and understanding home where he can find his paws and discover life at his own pace. He may also need ongoing support with
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4Dijon's ideal home Dijon is a gorgeous boy who has come into our care with very little background, so he’s now hoping to find a patient forever home that can gently guide him as he learns about the world. He may need support with things like housetraining and getting used to spending time on his own. He’s a bright, active lad who would thrive in a home that can keep both
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2Cooper's ideal home Cooper is a 6 month old Collie x Lurcher who is looking for a fun, active new home to call his own! He is full of love and loves to have fun, he is also super bright so would like a home where he can be kept busy both mentally and physically, as well as continuing his training to help him grow into a well rounded lovable boy. Although he is already super
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3Kiwi's ideal home Kiwi is sweet little girl has found kennel life a bit overwhelming. We don’t know much about her past, but it’s clear the big wide world can feel quite scary for her. What Kiwi needs most is a calm, patient forever home where she’ll be given the time and space to settle, relax, and truly find her paws. A secure, private garden will be essential for Kiwi
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4Jenson's ideal home Jenson is a striking young lad with plenty of love to give and is eager to find his forever home. At just under 2 years old, he’s still very much a youngster and is full of energy, enthusiasm, and a playful spirit. Previously, Jenson lived in a home where he was mostly housetrained, and he’s a quick learner who enjoys picking up new skills especially
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4Peach's ideal home Peach is a a gentle girl who would love to find a quiet home. While she isn't suitable to live with young children due to her worried nature, older teenagers would be ok as long as they are happy with her. She would like to be the only pet in the home for now as she needs further socialisation and confidence-building. As she is so worried at present a secure
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7Mabel's ideal home Mabel is looking for a home where everyone is of older secondary school age as she can be a timid girl meeting new people. Mabel is comfortable lead walking with Dogs that she knows, but she tends to ignore them for the most part so would prefer a home as the only dog while she builds on her socialising skills. Mabel is quite a prey-driven girly so would be
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3Jack's ideal home Jack is a very handsome 3 year old Border Collie. He is a very sweet boy who loves to use brain! Jack has not had the best start in life and does need to be the only dog in the home as he does need some work on his social skills. We are unsure if Jack has ever had a 'typical' home life, so may need some work on some basic training. When meeting new people he
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4Badger's ideal home Meet Badger, he is an incredibly handsome 6.5 year old Border Collie. Badger did not have the best start in life originally but he has come on leaps and bounds since then! He is unable to live with another dog in the home, and does need a little bit of work on his dog social skills. Badger would best suit a home with patient and understanding owners that
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4Tommy's ideal home Tommy is a nervous boy who hasn't had the best start in life and is looking for a pet free house where he can thrive as an only child. He is also looking for an adult only home with all visitors being over 16 years old. He is looking for low leaving hours and minimal visitors as he can be nervous around people he doesn't know. Tommy is looking for a collie
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6Swift's ideal home Golden oldie Swift has found himself back in our care for no fault of his own. He's found coming into the centre a little bit scary and overwhelming but is slowly learning to make some new friends. He's on the search for a quiet and peaceful retirement home where he can enjoy gentle walks and snoozes in a lovely comfy bed. Swift can live with adults only and
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8Cluedo's ideal home Cluedo is a sweet, still puppy-like boy (even though he’s 2!) who has had an unsettled start to life. He has some worries and requires an adult-only home as the only pet. He’s sociable with other Dogs though, and happy to have walking or play buddies when out and about. Once Cluedo knows you he is happy with handling and fuss, but he does need a little
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91Tilly's ideal home Tilly is a sweet but anxious girl who would love to find a quiet, adult-only home, ideally in a rural area as she enjoys the peace and quiet of countryside life. For Tilly, meeting new people is as simple as enjoying some play together, and once she has a relationship with you, you’ll have a friend for life! She does have some worries over handling, and
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3Cooper's ideal home Cooper is a handsome 5 year old male Collie looking for a new home to call his own, either by himself, with another dog, or with his friend Roxy. Cooper likes other Dogs but isn't overly playful with them initially, he very much loves us humans and would like a home where he can have lots of adventures and keep busy, followed by cuddles on the sofa! If
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4Nala's ideal home Nala is a shy but chatty girl who would love to find a quiet home. She won't want to live with young children as she prefers a hands-off approach. Those of secondary school age will be fine as long as they can respect her space. Once she’s settled she’ll be able to welcome younger visitors too. Nala needs to be the only dog in the home as she finds them
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3Jake's ideal home Jake is a sensitive boy searching for a quiet home where he can take the time to settle in at his own pace. He needs a family with minimal leaving hours to begin with as this will help him settle into his new home environment. Jake is more confident with another dog around so would like to live with another dog who wont be too playful and who will act as a
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3Dan's ideal home Dan is a high-spirited boy who is looking for a quiet environment so he can decompress. As he has shown signs of resource guarding Dan is looking for an adult-only home. He needs to be the only dog in the home and would benefit from a family who can help build his social skills with other Dogs. Unfortunately Dan isn't able to live with cats. Dan will need a
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3Erin's ideal home Beautiful Erin is on the search for calm and quiet home with patient adopters who have an understanding/experience with nervous Dogs. She would be best sutied to a home with a confident dog who can act as a role model and show her that the World isn’t that scary. Erin with need a private and secure garden where she can enjoy time outside. Adopters must be
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2Orla's ideal home Shy Orla is on the search for quiet and calm home with patient and understanding adopters who ideally have experience with nervous Dogs. She would benefit from living with a confident dog who can act as a role model in the home. She will need a private and secure garden to enjoy. Adopters must understand that it will likely be a long time before Orla is
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3Sonny's ideal home Sonny is a gorgeous Collie X Lab with the most beautiful face you've ever seen. He's a happy-go-lucky boy, but he can get a little bit worried in new situations so may need a bit of help building his confidence. He loves his dog friends so may be able to live with another good-natured dog in the home, pending a successful meet here at the center. Sonny will
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Adopting a Border Collie usually involves completing an application form, meeting the dog in person, and agreeing to any checks or requirements set by the current owner or rescue organisation. This helps ensure the Border Collie is matched with the right home.
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