Heathlands Animal Sanctuary

Heathlands Animal Sanctuary

Arnie is a lovely big friendly boy of around 40kg. He loves a fuss and everyone he's met. Fine with kids, joggers, cars, bikes, loud noises, coffee shops etc. He's very easy in the home and sleeps quietly downstairs all night.He's generally fine with other dogs but seems to prefer females. He enjoys his food and treats and hasn't shown any signs of allergies or food intolerance. He can be quite strong on the lead at the start of a walk but loves his play time with toys in the paddock and soon calms down after a run. Knows all basic commands.Arnie would be best suited with older teenage children as he is a big boy and doesn't realise his size. No cats or small furries.

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Corky is cute, cuddly, solid fella of around 15kg, who's full of beans! A busy little man, he discovered the toy box straight away, absolutely loves balls, everything from a tennis ball to a football. He also enjoys chew toys and even swimming with a little encouragement.He's been enjoying romping with the female dogs in the foster home but would probably prefer to be an only dog. He loves his walks, though he can be quite strong on lead, so more work is needed on this. Corky travels fine in the car, even for an hour or 2. His recall is improving in a secure field and he behaves well when off lead. He will sometimes bark at other dogs but once he's met them and had a sniff, he just wants to play. Corky doesn't seem to have had much input so he would benefit from some basic training. He is a quick learner and foster mum is currently working on 'sit' and 'wait' while getting ready for walks, crossing roads etc.He enjoys having people around and will need a fairly active home, he may bark initially when left but will settle as long as he's had a walk.Corks adores people and has bundles of character, he will make a great addition to the right household.Kids around 12+. Okay with bold cats

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Demi is a real sweetie and settling in well. She's a bright and friendly girl of around 13kg who enjoys a good fuss.She's not bad on lead, enjoys walks her walks and is keen to investigate smells and sounds. In the home, she's discovering toys and likes to collect them together. She's not had much input but now comes and sits when her name is called.We think she'd be fine as an only dog or with a playful male doggy friend.Kids around 8+. Not cat tested

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Mia is a confident, cheeky, bouncy, playful puppy.She loves people, sometimes a bit too enthusiastically! She about 15kg and nearly fully grown.Mia is good meeting other dogs out walking and okay with them in the home but does like the attention on her so best homed on her own or with a laid back male dog.As with all puppies, she will need boundaries and training. She can be a bit full on silly pup sometimes, jumping up, collecting shoes, chewing toys, etc but she is a bright girl, loves food and toys, so should do well in classes.She likes to be with people and enjoys a sofa cuddle when she's relaxing.Mia has a scruffy, moulting coat that won't need clipping. We think there's some terrier in the mix. Kids around 10+. Okay with bold cats

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Poor Pedro is a very misunderstood dog who has not had the essential training and boundaries early on. This is resulted in him doing as he pleases, calling the shots and if he doesn't get his own way, will make a grab for your ankles!He needs an adult home with an experienced person who will commit to his training and exercise needs. Not a dog you can just go up to and handle, Pedro needs to get to know you a little first so hands off training which is how it should be.He is receiving firm, positive training and responding very well to it. He can be a very loving little boy once he trusts you and respects your authority. A dog that will benefit from routine. He has been groomed and was a good boy so he is not overly sensitive. Anybody wishing to adopt will receive training techniques from us to ensure this little guy continues to improve and thrive, he just needs the right person. He loves toys and is fine with other dogs.Adult only home. Cat test on request

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Penn has been looking for his forever home for a long time and has so much love to give! His fosters have said he is a perfect house guest and loves his cuddles. He is crate trained and can be left for a few hours once walked. He loves other dogs and is okay with bold cats. Penn bonds strongly with his primary carer and can become possesive so ideally he is looking for a commited person who he will be a loyal companion to. He can be socially awkward when out and about on the lead and can lunge at things that are strange to him but he has come on very well with his dedicated team of volunteers taking him out for new experiences and showing him the world isn’t that scary. His ideal is adopter is person who is strong and confident in dealing with situations so Penn can relax. He is very busy, but once he has burnt off all that energy he settles well. He loves spending time in the garden, where he runs up and down with a squeaky ball He's crate trained for nighttime and travels well in the car. Adult home. Okay with bold cats

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Utterly gorgeous friendly bear, gentle for his size, about 35kg.He's very good with other dogs, even smaller ones and will back off if the other dog tells him. Currently living in foster with a German Shepherd and a terrier mix.Pinto is playful and bouncy, loves to run, chase and wrestle. He would love a doggy playmate in the home.He's not your average nutty puppy. He's a sweet and cuddly boy with a lot of love and joy share.Kids around 8+. Not cat tested

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Sadie is a very sweet natured girl, she loves attention and can't wait to cuddle up on the sofa with someone. She loves to play with her toys and relax in the sun. She is very good with other dogs and loves their company. She is also very good with children.Sadie does have a high prey drive so she would be best housed without cats or small animals.She needs some basic training, but she has learnt sit and toilet training very quickly.Sadie will need some time to settle into a new home before starting training to be left home alone if she is not with another dog. She does get a little car sick but she is slowly getting used to short car journeys.

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Shadow is a sweet boy of nearly 11kg. He can be quite anxious and is still learning about being a regular pet dog.Due to his worries, he will need one or more, confident doggy buddies in the home to learn from & help him feel more secure. He's still getting used to the great outdoors, needs more socialising with dogs and humans to help him gain confidence. Shadow has been getting some valuable life experience and guidance with his foster family and their 5 dogs.Quieter home preferred. No cats

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Sven is a sweet boy, who loves the company of his humans and a good snooze after a good walk!He knows a few commands & enjoys learning new tricks. Being a foodie really helps with building a relationship and continuing his training. Sven gets very excited about his walks & loves sniffing in the countryside. He can get worried about new experiences so needs someone who will continue to help with his confidence. He walks fine on the lead once his initial excitement dies down and enjoys meeting other dogs out.Most of all he likes to follow you and watch what you are doing. Once he trusts you he will happily give you cuddles and loves an evening on the sofa with you.He's looking for a home with people who understand it will take a little time to build trust with him but will not baby him as he needs confident leadership. He can also be unsure of new visitors but quickly overcomes this with the right guidance.Sven can live alone or with a female dog. He is clean in the home, not destructive and sleeps quietly in his crate at night.Older children. Not cat tested

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Vicky is an absolute darling with people. A sweet natured, gentle and affectionate companion who just wants to be with you. About standard medium lab size at 31kg.She's good in the house and garden, a happy soul who delights in bouncing around the garden wagging like mad and rolling in the grass for tummy rubs. She's starting to play with toys too.Vicky is sharing her foster home with 2 dogs who she gets on well with. She walks nicely on lead and meets other polite dogs well, particularly if smaller. Dogs who come rushing over will get a good barking at, particularly if they are bigger than her. She's not aggressive, she's scared. She needs an experienced home with a strong, understanding leader so she can feel secure. With more socialising and the right handling, we believe she will get over this. She is already mixing with dogs in the foster home.NB Vicky is not always good meeting dogs in the home either. This will also need work so she will be best homed as an only dog unless people are experienced and willing to do a gradual introduction once in the new home.Older kids. Bold cats