Xavier Great Dane x DofB 23.03.25 RRemedies Centre

[xxlynne]

Current Status: Available

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

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Xavier'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:

Arrived every rib showing, indents to hips caved inwards, spine protruding on back, bite mark on head (white/red marks in a semicircle) and wounds on his lower neck/shoulder area (red lines and fur-loss). Took photos and moved to kennel.

I sat on the floor and he came to me for gentle fuss. A Staff member walked in with thick bedding that I asked for and he hid in the furthest corner, eyes wide. I asked staff to sit on floor with me and encouraged him to come back to me and he crawled on the floor to me and gently took treats from mine and Ethan's hands while still hunched down, but not completely on the floor as he had been before coming over to us.

He appears curious to his neighbours. No aggression seen. Fear from humans but easy won over with food.

Xavier came into RescueRemedies on the 9th January 26

[Jan Case]

Oh Xavier, all will be well now darling, RR will hold you safe

[Jude&Alf]

Oh my goodness, I can’t bear what this boy has been through, but thank goodness he is here now
Xavier I cannot wait to meet you x

[SophieM]

We’re going to be friends buddy

[xxlynne]

[anne]

Xavier was very keen to make friends yesterday, especially if you had treats to share.

[Jude&Alf]

Beautiful photos of a beautiful boy
I was so excited to meet Xavier yesterday, I just knew that he was going to be my kind of boy and I was not disappointed he instantly stole my heart, he is that dog, he’s an absolute darling.
So as soon as I entered Xavier’s kennel we were friends, this boy he is very much a people person, the tiniest bit shy, but he so very much enjoys kind words and hands (& also loves treats) winning his trust is pretty easy, this boy is all about the love, he positively seeks it out
So as I said Xavier just wants to make friends with people and yesterday he certainly did just that. First up was his photo shoot, he was the perfect model and of course his photos show this boy off perfectly, stunningly handsome, super cuddly, but also sadly rather skinny, he’s in the perfect place, he will slowly, slowly start to fill out and become even more handsome, if that were even possible.
During our photo shoot Xavier showed of his beautiful, loving personality, he was so very sweet with both Anne and I, we visited the poets but for cuddles, he also spied Berry in the paddock having a good run around and seemed fascinated by her.
Once his photo shoot was over we went for a little stroll, I say we, Anne decided to join I think she may have been rather won over by Xavier’s charm he is very much that boy, you will instantly fall in love, he has a look that is rather impossible to resist!
So on our walk we had a couple of encounters with other dogs and although Xavier is a little unsure, he had a little bark, I think he’s just overwhelmed and doesn’t really know what to do when 2 of our lovely greyhound’s walked by, we stepped aside and he was very happy to be distracted, like so many of our dogs I feel he’s just inexperienced, but is definitely up for finding his feet and learning about all that life has to offer.
We then met Georgia, who instantly fell in love and then Darren who shared some treats, Xavier was so very lovely with them both, but I did notice for the smallest second that he initially held back, unsure of the reception he might receive, but as soon as soon as they smiled and spoke kindly to him he was in there for a fuss and that’s all it takes for this most beautiful, sweet boy, kindness and love I cannot wait to see Xavier flourish here at RR, he is so deserving of all of the love and hopefully his perfect forever family will come along soon

[SimoneG]

Oh darling Xavier, you are safe now.

I met Xavier for the first time today. He does carry nerves but you can tell he so desperately wants the love he deserves.
I took my time putting his harness on and gave him some treats to help gain his trust and soon we were off on our way. He was a little reluctant to leave site initially but we changed our route and we were on our way.

This boy LOVES to have a sniff! We had a wander along the bridle path and he soon relaxed and listened to me chatting away to him.
He didn’t pull on the lead and we passed two other dogs from the rescue on our walk. One he looked at and didn’t show much interest and he barked at the other one but was very easily distracted when I called his name.

When we got back to his kennel I crouched down and he came to me for a cuddle and of course I was happy to oblige. He’s such a lovely boy and I’m sure in time his nerves will fade. Looking forward to spending more time with him

[rstephenson]

Oh Xavier what a gorgeous young pup he is. So friendly and loving, he’s starting to find his confidence.
As Simone said, he really does love to sniff and explore his surroundings! He also loves a butt scratch he’ll lean all his weight into you and when you stop he’ll wag his bum at you for more
He’s very responsive to his name, and although has strength, rarely uses it.
Anyone would be so lucky to bring this boy into their family - being so young, he’s got a lot of life left to learn and with guidance he’d be a perfect addition.

[NickyWild]

Xavier the saviour

Initially, he was reluctant to walk, but I discovered if I do a little plod, a slow jog he is very encouraged and trots along with you , which was lovely.
We found a fresh patch of grass which he became very excited about and expressed his puppy self again it was really lovely to see.

During our walk, we came across a horse. Xavier was looking at the horse and was curious. There was no lunging or barking just looking.
When walking along the path and he spotted two people in the distance he was quite happy to just stop and watch. He’s quite unsure but again no barking or lunging.

When putting Xavier back into his kennel he did bark at his neighbours.
Saviour is strong, but there was no pulling and he was very obedient and listened to my instruction.