Raffie Staffie x DofB 22.07.20 RRemedies Centre

[xxlynne]

Current Status: Available

Raffie's Story: Raffie was found abandoned and unclaimed within a Kent council pound. Rescue Remedies offered a Rescue place saving his life. Raffie is neutered, chipped, and fully vaccinated. Raffie came in to our Rescue Centre nr Gatwick whilst awaiting his new family.

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Raffie's progress through our Rescue is below.
We work with our dogs, who often reveal an evolving picture and positive skills as they build trust.

Original referral information: Hi Lynne, We have a 4 year old Staffie x called Raffie. He is friendly towards people but is reactive towards other dogs and has shown this at our kennels.
He has no medical conditions and has been with us since 13.01.25. He is fully vaccinated

Raffie came into RescueRemedies on the 3rd March 25

[anne]

[Julia]

Raffie the Staffy is a darling dog

Raffie has been willing me to take him out when I have been to collect his kennel neighbour. I couldn't deal with Raffie's gorgeous, sad puppy eyes so I decided to take him out too.  He was so very chuffed when he realised it was he I was coming to get out and he couldn't wait to get out on a walk.  

Raffie was a very keen bean and you could see how much he enjoyed everything about his walk - the sights, the sniffs, the feel of being out in the air - everything. It was wonderful to witness.  It was a bit tricky get get Raffie to stay still long enough to take a photo!

Raffie will immediately sit for a treat when you ask him, although if you take too long, he may climb up you in excitement as he can't sit still any longer!

Although Raffie showed some hostility to the other kennel dogs, we did pass a couple of other dogs when out walking and Raffie didn't seem bothered by them at all.  We just stopped to the side and he stayed nicely by me until they had passed. 

Raffie did get a little jealous when I went back to get his neighbour out.  His neighbour accidentally bumped me in the eye which was a bit painful at the time. Raffie saw it happen and was very concerned for me which was really sweet.

I'm looking forward to walking Raffie again but it would be marvellous if he found a home nice and quickly.

Puppy eyes

[Oconnor_emily26]

I’ve walked Raffie a few times now and he is such a lovely boy. He is very excited to leave his kennel but once he is out he walks really nicely. Today we walked with Sidley and they walked great together, occasionally checking in for a stroke and to make sure everything was ok. So far he has been great with people, dogs and vehicles passing us out on walks but was a bit unsure of a few small dogs but easy to manage. Raffie is a sweet boy and hopefully won’t have to wait to long for his forever home

[Ellscatherin]

Raffie is really adorable! Loves a treat but cant say the same for the mud He much preferred rolling around in the grass. Very sweet little gent

[scarletaliceerin]

Raffie is a total dream! First time meeting, and he was happy for me to come in and harness him up. A tiny bit of excitement on exiting his kennel, but really quickly settled down (within about 60 seconds!) and became the perfect walking partner with no pulling whatsoever. We passed some of the lovely terriers on our walk, he was completely chilled moving off to the side to let them pass, and happy to engage with me for a treat or two.

He does love a roll on the grass, be prepared to stand and laugh at him while he kicks back his feet and enjoys himself!

[Llewellyn866]

I walked Raffie Yesterday he is such a beautiful boy. He gets really excited about his walk. He’s a big boy it’s a bit of a battle to get his harness on because he so excited but Once he’s out of his kennel and on his walk he soon settles down. He walks really well. He’s such a happy boy being out of his kennel.He has the most gorgeous face and is so loving. He would make the best fur buddy. He needs his forever home where he would thrive and be his best He would not let you down he’s a real softy at heart.

[SophieM]

Handsome boy Raffie on behalf of Michelle

[Beth010314]

Had a lovely time meeting Raffie today. We had fun in the paddock then a nice stroll. He is such a good boy and so sweet.

[Sandra87]

I met the lovely Raffie yesterday after seeing him around, I was very keen to meet him and wow was I amazed with this big friendly boy!
Raffie was a little excited and full of beans when I initially went to harness him up but some cheese was a very good distraction.
Once out, Raffie walked incredibly well, no pulling at all and he is probably the easiest dog I have ever walked!
We went for a walk to the stream as the sun was out. Raffie had a few very short bursts of energy which must have lasted only a second but were so endearing to see before he went back to his usual calm self.
He also had a quick roll around in the grass, but was too quick for me to catch on video!
What a sweet gently boy

Raffie enjoying his walk and the stream