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Welcome to the section of the site where you can see details of all the other dogs we have for rehoming.
Follow the links below to see details of the male dogs, female dogs and pups (under 6 months) we have for rehoming.
If you are checking this section daily, please make sure you refresh your internet browser to
ensure you see the most up to date information.
The dogs we have can change quickly, often on a daily basis so whilst we do update this area as necessary, we would suggest that if you are travelling a long distance you contact us first if you are interested in one particular dog. We will reserve a dog for you to meet but only for 24 hours (if visiting on a Sunday ring us Friday afternoon). Our Procedure page will hopefully answer any questions you may have about how we operate. For your information we do not sell the dogs we rehome but we do ask for a donation based on the age of a dog, if neutered etc. This donation is to support the work we carry out and without which we could not rescue the number of collies that we do every year
If you have any questions, or would like to know more about these or any of the dogs we have at our centre please telephone our office Monday to Friday 9am to 4.30pm on 0871 560 2282 and our staff will be happy to help.
The kennels are open 7 days a week for rehoming between 9am to 11am and 2pm to 4pm (closed 12.30pm to 2pm)
and full details can be found on the Kennels page.
Colour coding
As you look through the details you will notice that each dog is coded Green, Yellow or Blue. The colour code shown should help in identifying a dog to suit your experience but do discuss any dog which interests you.
In addition certain aspects of behaviour and training are shown by coloured icons in Green Amber & Red, if you "hover" your mouse over the icon more details will show on the screen
Kennel Cough
The nature of rescue work and the varied environments from which we rescue our dogs means that from time to time we suffer from a bout of kennel cough. Some people may be worried about this condition but generally it has little more effect on a dog than the human common cold or flu does to us. The below may help you to understand the condition and the difficulty in not only dealing with it but identfying a dog that may be affected but showing no symptoms. If you have any concerns please do speak to us when phoning or speak to staff on arrival and we will advise you of the current situation.
Kennel Cough or tracheobronchitis is a highly contagious canine illness which usually presents
itself as an inflammation of the upper respiratory system.
Kennel cough is airborne and spread by infected dogs coughing and sneezing. It can also be spread by contact with contaminated surfaces and through direct contact. It is not unknown for humans to carry the virus on clothing and to spread as a result. It is highly contagious and usually occurs in environments where dogs gather, such as kennels, dog shows or groomers. Symptoms can take between 3 to 10 days to be seen after exposure.
Symptoms can include a harsh, dry hacking/coughing, recthing, sneezing or snorting especially in response to light pressure on the trachea or during/after exercise or excitement. It is not uncommon to see a dog with no symptoms begin to cough within a short space of time after rehoming. Most good vets will tell you that there is really nothing you can do to cure the disease. It generally runs its course for a week but the disease may persist for up to a month.
Our vet’s advice has been that dogs with kennel cough can be rehomed and will
most likely recover quicker in a home than a kennel environment.
Antibiotics may be prescribed to prevent secondary bacterial infections but this will not “cure” the kennel cough. Whilst most dogs will recover quickly, pups, infirm or older dogs may be at greater risk. The use of children’s Benyllin may help to ease the cough but you should seek veterinary advice if you have any concerns.
Vaccines can be used to prevent the majority of cases. But just because a dog is vaccinated does not mean it cannot get kennel cough. Like human flu shots, the protection is against most, but not all infectious agents.
COLOUR CODING KEY
Generally a well balanced dog who, we believe, from the history or assessments should settle relatively easily in most homes.
A dog usually suited for those with some experience of dog ownership, may be shy or wary or have medical health issues
(eg epilepsy, diabetes) that require some degree of owner intervention.
The reasons for this assessment can be varied but generally a dog who will require a certain degree of understanding, patience and possibly support from ourselves due to some degree of behavioural problem over and above a minor issue. Generally fairly experienced homes only with no young children on a regular basis but again this is dependant on all the circumstances.
