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Molly – Wire Fox Terrier

We were contacted by a volunteer – two fox terriers were abandoned near Salamanca – they were chained up in a barn – they have lived their lives on short chains and without the kindness or comfort they should have had.  We agreed to take them and change their lives – so through a lovely group of volunteers they were moved to kennels in Spain and to safety – they are now in the UK

The girls are related but we are not sure exactly how.  They have been fine separated and do not have to go together.  

Molly is the sweetest little girl – but is very shy and timid and takes time to trust people.  She is fine with other dogs – but will need a very calm and relaxed home to slowly become the stunning little companion we know she is.

She needs a family that has the time for her – but understand that she had a tough start and will need the support to build her confidence around people.  we feel she would benefit from another dog (preferably male) but could be on her own in the right understanding home.

She is approx 4 years old  – she is jus too sweet but has had a tough life – so we just let her find her paws – she travels well in the car – she is not ready for walks yet – but plays happily with the other dogs in the yard.  She is very attached to Marvin and we feel another male dog could give her the extra support 

Mandy – Fox Terrier Cross

We were contacted by a volunteer – two fox terriers were abandoned near Salamanca – they were chained up in a barn – they have lived their lives on short chains and without the kindness or comfort they should have had.  We agreed to take them and change their lives – so through a lovely group of volunteers they were moved to kennels in Spain and to safety – they will shortly move to the UK.  

The girls are related but we are not sure exactly how.  They have been fine separated and do not have to go together.  

Mandy is a lively little dog – she has been in a home and she seems much more confident than Molly – she likes people and has proven very adaptable to other dog company.  

She needs a family that has the time for her – and she is active and busy.  She could live with another dog (male) but is also fine on her own.  

She is approx 8 years old  – this is the original post we responded to (the third dog was adopted in Spain via another rescue):

The girls in kennels – happier and braver

Pepsi Patsy – Patterdale Terrier

We were made aware of a pair of dogs living in terrible conditions – their owner passed and the wife was no longer able or willing to care for these dogs.  They have lived in a kennel outdoors their whole lives and have never had the kindness and care they deserved.  

Pepsi lived with the collie and they did not get on – she is 7 years old and overall seems to be healthy – she needs to spayed, given a full health check and her coat is in poor condition – but we will get her to a happier place and ready to enjoy her own home.

She walks well on lead, she can be selective with other dogs – and we would only rehome as an only dog.  She ignores dogs on walks- but she has argued with her kennel mate – so we prefer to err on the side of caution 

She loves people – she is a typical Patterdale – she is bouncy and energetic – and will not tolerate any small furry creature- so no cats or anything else!  

She really does need her own home and would benefit from someone that is around most of the time so she has a human all to her own.

This is how we first saw them ..

 

Gryff – Welsh Terrier – Sanctuary

Update 2025

Sadly Gryff has found the move to a home environment very difficult and despite all our best efforts he was not able to settle.  We will be doing a new description for him and his needs – but at the moment he has gone back to his routine and what he is comfortable with.  We do not stop trying to find a home for a dog – but sometimes they needs are very specific and it will take more time.  Gryff really needs an older person, living on their own and that is happy for daily walks and pottering in the garden – Gryff is very much a one person kind of boy.  He does suffer with separation anxiety and will howl – so that would need to be considered – so neighbours may not appreciate being serenaded – it is not what we hoped for Gryff but we will stand by him and keep trying – he is worth it.

In the interim if you would like to help with his monthly costs please consider donating – we would appreciate it and Gryff says Thank you x

 

Update – January 2024

Sadly Gryff has returned to rescue.  He was adopted and much loved.  He was a wonderful companion but sadly his owner had a life altering condition and was no longer able to properly care for him.  He has returned to rescue as we give life time back up for all our dogs.  You can see his write up from before below.  We do know he is a lovely dog – he walked well on lead, travelled well in car, could be left – a well behaved chap and really just needs the right home.  He stills needs to be an only dog in the home (he is fine with other dogs and has friends outside) – he is a cuddly dog and just enjoys life.  His condition is much better managed and we have got the medication level working for him.  He does like to dig – typical terrier – so that needs to be understood and you must like help digging holes in your garden or furniture!  he can be easily diverted – and put his energies into something more acceptable.

If you feel you are the right home for Gryff please let us know.

Previous details ….

Please say Hello to our new Terrier SOS family member- this is the lovely Gryff

Gryff came to us as his family’s circumstances have changed – and this was proving to be too much for him to adapt and adjust to.  His family care for him very much – but realised they could no longer offer Gryff the calm environment that he desperately needs.  This has not been an easy decision for them- and we at rescue felt for them – but agreed that he needed a different home environment.

Gryff is a lovely Welsh Terrier – he is 5 years old, fully vaccinated and with full vet history.  Gryff originates from the UK and we have his full history.  He is now in kennels in Norfolk and is adjusting very well. 

Gryff has been diagnosed with epilepsy and is on medication for this.  He manages well, loves his food and treats and chews.  He is a very affable chap.  On walks, he can be reactive on lead to other dogs.  He has lived with dogs, but he would cope much better as an only dog and having humans to himself and he will only be rehomed to a dog free house.

He enjoys his walks, he enjoys people company, he travels well in the car, He has been clipped on a regular basis (he can be sensitive over his feet and face – so any prospective groomer would need to be patient and kind).  

He loves being with his family, will follow you round, get involved in your activities and also help landscape your garden.  He can be left for short periods – but fundamentally would like someone around most of the time.

Gryff has developed a few ‘quirks’ – some very typical of the Welsh Terrier breed and some not.  HOwever, we will discuss further with any suitable applicant.  Any family would need to visit him in NOrfolk at least a couple of times prior to adoption.

He cannot live with cats, small furries or young children.  

If you feel you can provide him the loving home he deserves – please complete a Homing Questionnaire – thank you

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Freddy – Wire Fox Terrier

Update January 2023

Freddy has settled well in kennels, he has a nice routine and loves the ladies.  We have gotten to know Freddy and he is turning into a delightful dog.  He likes his people , he loves his toys, and he loves his treats and chews.  He has met a lot of new people and is always happy to meet them.  Freddy could go to the right home – this home would be a calm, child free and most importantly a dog free home.  Freddy HATES ALL OTHER DOGS.  So a home where he could have his own garden to potter around in and his own family to live with would be ideal.  He is not the dog that goes for walks or trips to the pub – if he sees another dog – the red mist descends.  He has had problems with grooming – but now we can wash and scissor him – except his face – but he is a work in progress

Freddy came to the U.K. from Romania with another rescue – he was placed in a flat in a busy town centre – and unfortunately he was finding it difficult to cope.  He was becoming anxious and his behaviour with other dogs was escalating.  As he was in a flat – the family were finding it hard to manage his needs and walking was becoming very difficult.

The rescue approached us as they did not have a suitable solution for him.  We agreed to take him and we moved him to kennels in NOrfolk.

Freddy is approx 5 years old – he really is a rural type dog.  He loves his people and his open spaces – but he cannot manage busy lives- he also hates dogs.  He really cannot be trusted around other dogs.

As he is doing well with the volunteers – we would consider a home that has a suitable garden  and has no intention of walking him.  We will give full support to any prospective family but it is with the understanding his world remains small

He did have some issues with his former home – he did not like being groomed, could be possessive over food – but we have not had any of these issues with him in kennels.

We are working on his anxiety levels – and as he calms and realises the world is not a threatening place – he will slowly improve his behaviour around other dogs.

He will turn into the wonderful dog we know he is – but it will require a lot of support.

If you feel you could be this home for him – then please apply.  But due to his history we will expect several visits and also sessions with our volunteers.

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