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Some stories are particularly hard to write. Jake came into our rescue in October 2025, still a puppy. We helped him find what we hoped would be his forever family and for many months everything seemed perfect.But life changes. His family are now preparing to welcome a baby and have made the difficult decision to ask us to help Jake find a more suitable home before that happens.Jake is deeply loved. But he is uncomfortable/nervous around young children and his family feel it would not be fair on either Jake or the future child to put everyone in a situation where they would struggle. Meet JakeJake is 1,5 years old Patterdale Cross boy, small-to-low medium, full of personality, affection and typical terrier enthusiasm. Highlights • SIZE: Small (upper end of small)• NEUTERED: Yes• CHARACTER: Loving • Affectionate • Active • Clever • People-oriented• DOGS: Can be friendly with dogs off leash but reactive on leash• CATS: No small pets• CHILDREN: No young children• HOUSETRAINED: YesJake is ...