Dogs in the North

Bruce

  • West Yorkshire
  • 6 years old
  • Male, tweenie (7.5kg)
  • Smooth, black and grey dapple
  • Not neutered
  • Adoption fee is £350

Bruce is an IVDD warrior who is looking for a new home as the other resident dog (his brother) is highly anxious and has sadly started fighting with him.  The family feel he will be happier in a home where the focus can be on him continuing to recover, this could potentially be with a calm, neutered female dog as he has not started any of the fights.  Bruce is an affectionate boy who loves being around people – his current owner says he will go to anyone for a cuddle! 

Bruce is an easy-going boy who needs support to continue his progress after an operation for IVDD last year.  He can walk unaided in the house although needs ramps for steps and cannot manage stairs.  He can toilet independently, although he takes time to empty his bladder.  His current owner is encouraging him to wee unaided, but occasionally helps him to express his bladder which she finds straightforward and Bruce is accepting of.  He is not currently dry through the night and his owner uses washable puppy pads for his comfort.  He is having laser therapy in the hope of improving his walking still further.  The Red Foundation will pay for further treatment he might require for his IVDD.  Outside the house he likes walking with the support of wheels and regular walks are an important source of stimulation and enjoyment for him.  

Bruce is a typical dachshund who is clever, loyal and loves people including sensible children.  He is also a typical dachshund with a loud bark for unexpected visitors such as the postman and loud, unexpected noises such as thunder.  He is also nervous around large, high-energy dogs and will bark at them.  Apart from this, he is generally a relaxed boy who can be left for periods of time once he has got used to his new home and routine.  He is a dog who deserves a home that will help him to continue his recovery from IVDD and give him a quiet, loving home.

Requirements in a home for Bruce:

  • Possibly a calm, neutered female dog companion for him
  • Someone who has the time to help him continue to recover and manage IVDD
  • Potentially older, sensible children
  • No cats

To find out more about Bruce please email [email protected]

Willow 

  • North Yorkshire
  • 7 years old
  • Female, miniature
  • Black and tan, smooth coat
  • Neutered
  • Adoption fee is £250

Willow is a beautiful little dachshund looking for a new home because, although she is an enthusiastic and friendly dog who loves to play, she is not good at reading other dogs which has resulted in fights.  For this reason, we feel that Willow will be happier as an only dog.

She is a sociable and friendly dog who loves to play fetch, to bury things in her blankets and is generally a playful dog who enjoys doing things.  She can be left on her own but will bark for a while before settling – she is not regularly left alone with her current family, so we will be looking for a family where this is also the case.  She is a typical dachshund who will bark at visitors but with treats and patience, she will settle nicely.  Willow had successful surgery for IVDD in 2022 and has made a full recovery, generally, she is in excellent health.

Willow enjoys her walks, however, she does not have reliable recall and her new family would need to spend some time training with her before allowing her off the lead.  Willow is a wonderful family dog and could live with children who are respectful and understanding of small dogs.

Requirements in a home for Willow

  • No other dogs
  • Someone who is home a lot of the time (or can provide a dog-sitter), especially at first 
  • Can live with sensible children age 10+
  • No cats

To find out more about Willow please email [email protected]

Narla

  • HARTLEPOOL
  • 3yrs 11mths
  • Female, Standard 
  • Black & Tan, Smooth Dachshund Cross
  • Not neutered
  • Adoption fee is £450

Narla is being surrendered due to several changes in the home which means it’s becoming more and more difficult to give her the time, physical exercise and mental stimulation that she needs.

Narla is a lively and affectionate dog who absolutely thrives on cuddles and attention. With her playful spirit, she loves playing catch, although she’s still mastering the art of returning the ball! As a dachshund cross – 75% dachshund according to a recent DNA test – Narla sports extra-long legs that make her perfect for long daily walks. After a day of bouncing around, she loves to settle down for a well-deserved rest with her family.

Narla has experience living with older children (age 10+,) but she would be best suited to a home with kids who have prior dog experience.

While Narla enjoys meeting other dogs during walks and currently lives with another pup, she does exhibit some resource guarding behaviour, which has caused friction between the dogs in the house. So careful introductions are recommended and any guarding would need to be managed.

She is housetrained, sleeps comfortably in her crate overnight and can be left alone for up to 4 hours without any issues.

If you’re looking for an energetic and loving companion, Narla could be the perfect addition to your family!

Requirements in a home:

  • An calm but active home with time to burn off all of Narla’s energy everyday
  • Dog savvy children age 10+
  • Only dog or a home with other dogs may be fine following successful introductions

If you are interested in learning more about Reggie, please ensure you are registered with us and send an email to [email protected]

 

Oscar (D)

  • County Durham
  • 4 years old
  • Male, miniature dachshund
  • Smooth, Brown & Tan
  • Neutered
  • Adoption fee £350

Oscar is a sweet, playful, and affectionate boy who’s been described as a true gentleman by everyone who knows him. This little fighter is an IVDD warrior who underwent spinal surgery just four months ago, he’s bounced back with full determination and resilience!

Oscar is being surrendered as his owners feel he would be happier in a calmer environment where he’s the only pet and doesn’t have to deal with a lot of activity or new visitors. He can feel anxious around strangers and new animals, so he’ll flourish in a quieter setting where he can truly relax. He also experiences separation anxiety, so a home where someone is around most of the time would be perfect for him.

Out and about, Oscar is a joy! He’s friendly and well-behaved on walks, happy to explore the world at his own pace with plenty of time to sniff and enjoy his surroundings. He’s also an ideal pub or coffee shop companion, content to lounge quietly by your side.

Oscar loves his toys and bones, sometimes so much that he can be protective over them. Because of this, he would be happiest in a home without young children or other dogs. Oscar is housetrained, crate trained, doesn’t mind a car journey and likes to sleep at the bottom of the stairs. He’s a wonderfully loyal boy with so much love to give.

Requirements in a home:

  • A quiet and patient home with minimal visitors
  • Someone who will be with Oscar the majority of the time
  • No young children, possibly age 13+
  • No other dogs
  • No cats

If you’re ready to welcome a devoted and loving companion like Oscar into your life and can offer him the calm, patient home he deserves, please email [email protected]

Hugo

  • Manchester
  • 3 years, 2 months
  • Male, tweenie
  • Smooth, chocolate and tan
  • Neutered
  • Adoption fee £350

Hugo is a sweet and affectionate boy described by his owner as “absolutely lovely” and a fan of cuddles with those he trusts. He thrives on walks and is well-behaved while out, ignoring other dogs and enjoying off lead adventures in safe, non-public areas.

Hugo is being surrendered due to changes in his behaviour following neutering. While he’s loving and loyal with those he knows, he has become wary of people he isn’t familiar with and has bitten a stranger. This was a minor injury when someone approached and tried to stroke him in a café. This hasn’t happened before or since and after a behavioural assessment it was determined that although Hugo doesn’t mind being close to people, he really doesn’t like being touched by people he doesn’t know.

Hugo also guards high-value treats and struggles with separation anxiety, barking persistently when left alone. Due to his owner’s work commitments and his separation anxiety, Hugo now relies on a dog walker, which is no longer financially feasible and his owner feels he would be better in a home where someone can be with him most of the time.

The Red Foundation’s behaviour team will provide advice and support to help Hugo settle and thrive in his new home.

Hugo is fully house-trained and travels well in the car, he even enjoys a long road trip. He doesn’t currently live with other dogs but may do well with a calm female companion following successful introductions. Due to his bite history we wouldn’t rehome Hugo with children but dog savvy older teens may be considered.

Requirements in a home:

  • A calm and patient home with minimal visitors
  • Someone home most of the time 
  • Maybe a calm older female dog  
  • No young children, older dog savvy teenagers may be considered
  • No cats
  • A commitment to working on his behavioural challenges with support from our behaviour team.

If you think you can provide Hugo with the love, time, and understanding he needs to shine,  please ensure you are registered with us and send an email to [email protected].