Dogs for Adopting

Larry, Roxy, Ray, Misty, Reba, Lola, Erica, Maeve, Tiny and Red.

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Born: 7th August 2008

Belle arrived with kennel friend Harry from a kennels near Manchester. Belle is a lively pretty girl who has settled easily into Fen Bank life. She is great on the lead, enjoys her food and anybody else’ s if given the chance. Because of her energy and fondness of food she would probably be better suited to a family with older children. Is she the one to ring your bell….

Volunteer's view from Jan: Walked Belle on Friday - cold and windy.  She is a pleasure to walk and responds well to praise and being talked to. She's a real sweetie. If only folks could look past the fact that she is just a black dog like so many others at Fen Bank.  She has also been put in with Rocko in the Wendy House and has begun to teach him some manners - not aggressive just assertive - which is what he needs. I enjoyed walking her as she didn't pull on the lead and responded when you told her to wait etc.

See how Belle and Harry got on when they had a day out!

Born: 13th May 2007

Harry came from a kennels near Manchester and has settled easily into life at Fen Bank. He is a beautiful small boy with the most gentle eyes that will melt hearts. Harry is a pleasure to walk, loves his grub and would make a lovely pet. Are you the one to succumb to his  gorgeous eyes and good looks?

See how Harry and Belle got on when they had a day out!

Born: June 2008

Mikey is a blue ex racer who had no love and care in his life until he came to Fen Bank, but with constant and consistent handling he has come alive and his soft brown eyes sparkle, his true kind nature has emerged as he has grown daily in confidence. He loves a cuddle, is good with medium and large dogs and is learning rapidly that small dogs are just that, and not to be chased. Mikey is a peaceful, loving boy who would love and richly deserves a good permanent home with a family or a single person. He loves the company of other dogs and would fit well into a pack or home as a single dog. He is not cat friendly.

Born: September 2009

Frankie is an unusual blue/fawn boy who came from a kennel where only his basic need of food and shelter were met. He has learned that there is love in abundance for him and he is now trusting and loving. He will need a competent owner to produce what we have seen Frankie has inside him, but has never been allowed to express until now.

Misty

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Born: July 2011

Misty is a small one-year old lurcher puppy. She is very playful, loves to chase a ball and will bring it back for as long as you will throw it for her. She gets on well with other dogs and will play tug-o-war with them. Misty is not food possessive and is well behaved. Her idea of heaven is sleeping next to you and she sleeps through the night. She is quite good on the lead but is a fast learner and wants to please. She is full of beans and would suit an active family with older children as she tends to barge into things in her exuberance.  She is not keen on being left alone but is improving by being left for short periods.

Misty will make a loving and faithful dog for her new owner. Do you have just the settee for Misty?

Volunteer’s View from Pam: I find Misty quite cute. She sits down waiting for the lead to be put on. She walks beautifully without pulling on the lead. She knows the words ‘wait’ and  ‘stay’ when cars are coming. She shows interest in what is going on around her.

Born: 18th July 2008

Alice came in completely blank and emotionless! After being at Fen Bank for a while she has blossomed into a playful, humorous sometimes mischievous young dog. She loves being outside in sunny weather but needs her high factor sun cream. She can be growly towards some breeds of dog but this tends to be if she cannot see them clearly, for example through a fence. Alice will be a wonderful dog for someone who will be firm but kind. Are you the experienced dog owner she needs to help her blossom even more and prove how brilliant she will be?

Volunteer's View from Janice: Jan and I have walked Alice quite a few times and she is now responding to her name and nuzzling you as you walk, which she didn't do some weeks ago.  Even when you go to her in the kennel and call her name she comes to you for a stroke and fuss.  She really seems to be coming out of herself and loves to be stroked.

Born: 1st May 2006

Bouncer by name bouncer by nature. This lovable energetic youngster has lots of love to give and would be ideal for an active family to help keep you and him fit . Bouncer's fun excitable nature is probably better suited to a house with older children. Although he is lacking in manners this happy boy would make a lovely pet, could you be the one to give him the excitement he longs for?

Volunteer's View from Jack: Bouncer has been quite down over the past couple of months, he has been responding to his name and loving his walks. He's a loving dog with loads of energy and will love a cuddle or two and a stroke.

Born: 9th July 2008

 Domino arrived at Fen Bank in a sad state. He was covered in pressure sores, had violent diarrhoea and could hardly lift his head. We later heard he had been involved in a traffic incident and had neck injuries. In just a few days Domino's health has improved greatly, he is clean, lifting his head, eating well and so much more relaxed. Domino is a pleasure to walk; he never leaves your side and longs to be with people who show him kindness. He will make a wonderful pet; he is one of those dogs who will stay in your heart and head forever. Is Domino that extra special dog for you?

Volunteer's View from Jan: I walked Domino today and he seems to be responding to his name and stays close to you when walking.  He also knows when you tell him to wait and stop while walking and likes to have the odd stroke which seems to give him confidence and reassurance.  He doesn't pull on the lead and is a pleasure to walk.  He also likes a treat of cheese at the end of his walk and is gentle when he takes it.

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Born: 1st October 2008 

Tarzan's jet black coat is randomly sprinkled with angel kisses. He is a happy boy who likes to be where the action is. He enjoys playing in the paddock with kennel partner Katy both of whom would be happy to stay out all day. Tarzan would suite an active family as he loves the outdoors. Would your family benefit from this active loving dog?

Born: 5th January 2009

Joney is a small handsome boy who, like kennel partner Angel, needs work on the lead. He is very loving and full of beans and would benefit from a secure area or garden to run around in. he is a smashing dog who loves everyone he meets. Joney just enjoys life! Are you the one to help him enjoy life to the full?

Born: 1st January 2007

Nemo is a chunky boy who is strong, lively and loves life. He is so desperate to love you he forgets how big he is, so needs an owner who is steady on their feet. Is he the big bundle of energy to suit your home?

Born: 1st January 2008

Joey is a handsome slender white and blue boy with a calm outlook on life. He is a pleasure to walk, a real gentleman. The trainer he came from says he's good with small animals and possibly cat tolerant so watch this space! Joey would make a stunning family pet in a single or multi dog home. Is he the dog to make your home complete?

Volunteer's View from Chris: Joey loves getting in the back of cars then pretends he can't jump out. Had a good look through all the windows of the car but did not try to get in the front. I took him on a Greyhound walk where he was very excited and had to walk at the front, but didn't know what to do when he got there! He would have liked to eat a grumpy Jack Russell, but was absolutely fine with all other small dogs. Very good with my dogs, one is a Whippet. Very inquisitive, only one dog he was unsure of. Wonderful with people. Loves being stroked and having ears rubbed. Likes to lean on you when walking or standing.

Born: August 2009

When Tom arrived at the kennels he had no manners around food. After a short space of time he has greatly improved and will even wait calmly for his meals. He walks well on the lead and loves being with people. He would be a lovely dog for a grown up family. Could tom be the companion dog to keep you company on your travels or curled up on the settee with you of an evening?

Volunteer's View from Jan: I've not had anything to do with this lad before but found him to be good on the lead - didn't pull and responded to being chatted to whilst walking.  Had a little nibble at my gloves (playfully) but when I told him 'No' he responded well. 

Born: 1st November 2006

Brett was scared, nervous and totally unsocialised when he arrived at Fen Bank. He would peer around the kennel door at you, unsure of what his new life would be as all he knew was racing. In fact, he’s run well over a hundred races. In a short space of time he’s become more confident and enjoys a little fuss from people he knows and trusts. Are you the special someone who can help bring out this adorable boys full potential?

Foster dad's view from Chris: Despite enjoying his foster home, Brett would really like to find his forever home and enhance someone's life. He is a perfect gent on the lead, has seen much more of the world, travels like a dream, asks to go outside, eats well, doesn't destroy toys, sleeps almost anywhere, gets on well with other dogs, greets us at the door, is a little shy (but NOT anxious or nervous), adores being stroked and (after spending the weekend with 2 excited under 10's) is good with children. Give this lad 10 minutes to get settled and used to you and he'll be your soul-mate.

Volunteer's View from Jack: Brett Is a very shy and cute dog but he loves his cuddles, he might be shy in the kennels but when he's with you he will love you to bits, he's a lovely black dog and good on the lead and loves going for walks. Brett is a gentle dog who loves strokes and hugs he will come to you once he knows you. Brett needs a great home because he's a great dog. Can you settle for Brett?

 Born: 8th April 2009

This cheeky girl has kept us on our toes since her recent arrival at Fen Bank because of her escapology! She enjoys a wander round the kennels to visit the other dogs and check that everything is OK. Dotty really loves going for walks with people and other dogs and is interested in everything all at the same time. She is a strong confident and fun girl who would be ideal for an active home. Are you the family to enjoy this amusing happy dog and fulfil her desire to experience life?

Born: 1st October 2007

Bessie is a really stunning slate blue colour. She is good with children, lovely to walk and a calm nature. Bessie has a very thoughtful look about her, a real day dreamer. She gets upset at raised voices especially if directed towards her. Bessie likes her own bed. Have you a bed where Bessie can think the day away?

A huge thank you from everyone at Fen Bank to Carol Pont and family who have been looking after Bessie and wrote:

Bessie came to stay with us recently for a little rest and recuperation after her tail op. At first she was a little unsure, subdued and looked at me warily with her big brown eyes. However within a day or so we started to get a glimpse of the real Bessie and what a treat it has been to share some time with this beautiful girl. She got on with our pair ( Noddy and Queenie) and soon settled into our routine. Although she has not spent a lot of time in a home before, we had no accidents at all. On the lead she is pretty good, just very inquisitive as you would expect. I can honestly say she is a delight, very loving, a little mischievous and I think given time and confidence she would make a fantastic companion. Our family were so sad to see her go and if it had been at all possible, we would have become a 3 greyhound home. I hope someone finds Bessie soon.

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Born: 2nd April 2010

Roxy can be a little timid at times, she would benefit from a quiet home with older children. She is good on the lead and enjoys being brushed which will help her to lose her anxieties and boost her confidence. Have you the quiet home to help Roxy relax and adjust to the life of being a normal family pet?

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Born: 16th June 2008

A true gentleman, good on the lead,  a really affable dog. Larry loves fuss, he stands quietly so you can stroke and brush him. Larry will make a great family pet, could he be the one to fit quietly into your home?

Bob is a handsome boy with a big heart. He loves to be with people and is so happy to see you, again and again and again. He is good on the lead enjoys his food and would love to go home with YOU!

Bob has discovered he likes toys and enjoys a game of fetch happily bringing the toy back for you to throw again!

Born: March 2004

Anna was offered free to good home on the internet in Ireland.. Her owner paid for her to come over to us. Although 9 this month she is extremely fit and in good condition.

She is the most delightful girl, very affectionate, with an excellent temperament. She has had 2 litters and is other-breed friendly. She loves to be cuddled and will make a wonderful companion for either a single person or a family with children. Could you give this older girl a loving home?

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Ray is a quiet unassuming handsome boy. He is of slim build with a jet black coat that glistens in the sunshine. Ray is good on the lead, loves his food and any one else’s. He would benefit from a warm house, cosy bed and lots of brushing to help his coat really shine. Is ray the one to win your heart and adore you forever?

Born: 28th August 2008

Stanley is a big confident boy but a real softie at heart. Since arriving at Fen Bank Stanley has been quiet, well-mannered and good with the other greys. He loves his walks and is always very alert. On cold days he will snuggle deep down in his bed wearing a fleece to keep him extra cosy because poor Stanley really feels the cold. Do you have the warm loving home this big softie can stretch out in and forget the cold days of kennel life?

Born: 2011

Rocko is a bright boisterous youngster who has bundles of energy. He is nervous of strangers but a happy lively little soul when he knows you. He would benefit from confident owners of a multi-dog family who can reassure this charming little boy that life is fun even with manners. Could you be the ones to help this youngster mature into the relaxed, fun loving family dog that he longs to be?

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Born 14th November 2009

Lynn is a confident, sometimes boisterous, pretty girl. She loves life and everyone around her. Lynn would suite a multi-dog family with older children. Nothing seems to faze this dog and she enjoys everything to the max. Could Lynn be the fun and excitement your family is missing?

Rosie

Rosie is an adorable quiet girl who would suit a family without small animals. She has had a stint in the Fen Bank house when she was unwell; she was brilliant. Rosie accepted any dogs that came into the house whether other kennel dogs or visitor’s dogs. She was happy to be left on her own, was clean and showed manners when staff were sitting eating, she was a real pleasure. Could Rosie be the confident level headed dog to fit into your home?

Born: 2006

   Maggie is a quietly confident inquisitive lady who likes to get her nose into everything. She is cat tolerant and will fully inspect every inch of a feline friend given the chance. This affectionate dog is good on the lead, enjoying every opportunity to investigate! Maggie has a gentle nature, is she the one to fit quietly into your home?

Born: 2006

This happy excitable girl longs to be with people. As soon as you touch her she calms and would be happy to be stroked forever. Speckles needs time to get used to new places and would benefit from calm confident canine  and human company. Are you the one to help Speckles relax and experience life with confidence?

Born: 9th October 2008

Vesta  is a very timid handsome boy who hides away from new people. He needs time to really build up his trust, once this is achieved he is the most adorable and loving lad. Vesta is good on the lead and would suite a quietly confident owner. Is your home relaxed and positive enough to give this boy the chilled life he longs for?

Born: August 2007

Roxanne arrived at the sanctuary after her distraught owner very sadly became unable to look after her due to ill-health. She is a very sweet natured and shy five year old girl who is looking for a quiet loving forever home. Are you that special person?