Benji Patterdale DofB 19.08.18 Wellington Somerset
Posted: Sat 22 Feb 2020 15:52
Current Status: Homed
Benji's Story: Benji apparently grew up with another dog; cat and children but was overwhelmed as a young dog: passed on around 15 months old. Homed to a couple with a quiet lifestyle who were concerned by his Pattie intensity and taken to be put to sleep. The vet recognised his breed traits and saved him and a vet nurse fostered him for 5 weeks whilst waiting for a place with us. Rescue Remedies (Patterdaleterrierrescue) offered a Rescue place saving his life. Benji is neutered, chipped, and fully vaccinated. Benji was in boarding kennels near Gatwick and enjoyed foster time as an only pet whilst awaiting his new family.
"Lovely friendly dog to us in the home. Wants to play a lot and will bring his toys to us to play with him. Likes to play fetch in the garden. Hasn't yet fully mastered giving the ball back every time. Has no recall and so cannot be allowed out of the house except on a lead. When we first brought him home he would jump on everything, but quickly learnt that he was only allowed on the sofa. He fixates on other dogs when on a walk and tries to get to anyone making deliveries to the house.He "bites" us when he is prevented from getting to the delivery person or "bites" another dog when they try to leave or if he doesn't seem to like them. He wears a muzzle when out on a walk. He will allow it to be put on without a fuss, but does try to take it off when walking. " Owner for 2 months
"Benji is very good with sit and wait and OK. He really wants to please and is very bright. He is getting better with 'off'. Has no clue about 'down' and doesn't particularly seem to know either 'drop' or 'leave'. He loves to play ball & will bring it back to you & sometimes he drops it but not on command. He is learning that he doesn't get what he wants unless he drops it though. He gives paw on command and attention seeks by 'dancing'. He is muzzle trained. When we walk passed other dogs on a walk he can sometimes be good but usually not. Has made dog friends. " Fosterer for 5 weeks
If you are interested in rehoming one of our dogs, please complete our ONLINE HOMING QUESTIONNAIRE. It is always the first step in our rehoming process. Upon application, you must be ready to take in your new dog within seven days. For more detailed information, please see our Homing Process.
Please support our work and help our long stay dogs: Our minimum adoption donation is £175. This supports our continuing rescue work and is non-refundable. We exist solely due to the goodwill and donations of our supporters and volunteers. Our dogs need supportive families who will offer them patience, time and tolerance whilst they settle in their new homes. Our Rescue offers all our dogs back-up for life.
Please note: Dog laws have changed, with zero public tolerance and prejudice against bull breeds and terriers. Our Rescue asks new owners to keep their dog on a lead in public spaces and manage and support its encounters with new dogs and people, so as not to place the dog's life at risk. Destruction and Control Orders are commonplace nowadays. Benji's progress through our Rescue is below.
We work with our dogs, who often reveal a different picture and positive skills as they build trust.
Original Referral information: Benji was saved from being put to sleep The vet judged him to be a 'wired terrier' that needed a terrier family. The vet nurse fostered him until we could take.
Benji came into our Rescue 18th February 2020
"Lovely friendly dog to us in the home. Wants to play a lot and will bring his toys to us to play with him. Likes to play fetch in the garden. Hasn't yet fully mastered giving the ball back every time. Has no recall and so cannot be allowed out of the house except on a lead. When we first brought him home he would jump on everything, but quickly learnt that he was only allowed on the sofa. He fixates on other dogs when on a walk and tries to get to anyone making deliveries to the house.He "bites" us when he is prevented from getting to the delivery person or "bites" another dog when they try to leave or if he doesn't seem to like them. He wears a muzzle when out on a walk. He will allow it to be put on without a fuss, but does try to take it off when walking. " Owner for 2 months
"Benji is very good with sit and wait and OK. He really wants to please and is very bright. He is getting better with 'off'. Has no clue about 'down' and doesn't particularly seem to know either 'drop' or 'leave'. He loves to play ball & will bring it back to you & sometimes he drops it but not on command. He is learning that he doesn't get what he wants unless he drops it though. He gives paw on command and attention seeks by 'dancing'. He is muzzle trained. When we walk passed other dogs on a walk he can sometimes be good but usually not. Has made dog friends. " Fosterer for 5 weeks
If you are interested in rehoming one of our dogs, please complete our ONLINE HOMING QUESTIONNAIRE. It is always the first step in our rehoming process. Upon application, you must be ready to take in your new dog within seven days. For more detailed information, please see our Homing Process.
Please support our work and help our long stay dogs: Our minimum adoption donation is £175. This supports our continuing rescue work and is non-refundable. We exist solely due to the goodwill and donations of our supporters and volunteers. Our dogs need supportive families who will offer them patience, time and tolerance whilst they settle in their new homes. Our Rescue offers all our dogs back-up for life.
Please note: Dog laws have changed, with zero public tolerance and prejudice against bull breeds and terriers. Our Rescue asks new owners to keep their dog on a lead in public spaces and manage and support its encounters with new dogs and people, so as not to place the dog's life at risk. Destruction and Control Orders are commonplace nowadays. Benji's progress through our Rescue is below.
We work with our dogs, who often reveal a different picture and positive skills as they build trust.
Original Referral information: Benji was saved from being put to sleep The vet judged him to be a 'wired terrier' that needed a terrier family. The vet nurse fostered him until we could take.
Benji came into our Rescue 18th February 2020