Tess

Tess, an unusual mix of Shar Pei x Collie who recently suffered the heartbreaking loss of her sister and lifelong companion, Millie. The sisters have been long-term residents at Helping Hounds because we felt we just couldn't separate them. Insufficient socialisation and interactions during their first decade of life before Helping Hounds, made them a bit of a handfull to home together. In our care, they both blossomed, mellowed and learnt some lovely manners!To help Tess through the grief and loneliness wrought by the disappearance of Millie from her life, the volunteers are giving her extra attention, special trips out, new experiences and overnight stays. But it's not enough.Tess needs to be in a home, full-time with people for company. She's an angel in the home and despite her sadness, she's embracing every new life experience we are introducing her to. She's a great telly watching companion, loves affection and although she's slowing down now, she enjoys a lenghty stroll and adve...