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Breed: Jack Russell Terrier

Contact: Ring Judith Williams on tel. 01252 672386 or mobile: 07738 836400

Happy Ending: We are happy to say that he has now found a new home and has settled in really well.  (17/09/09)

BEN

History: We have come to the sad decision to re-home Ben as we are not able to give him what he needs. He can be very territorial, which is causing problems with the neighbour’s dogs and our cat has had little peace since we had him. After two and half years, we admit that they are not ever going to be compatible in the same house.
Description: White with tan and black markings. Very attractive with a cheeky glint in his eye. He is very intelligent, lovable and affectionate. He loves agility, especially being on the dog walk and A-frame. I am sure he likes the extra height.
Rehoming criteria: Ben needs an experienced owner who has more determination than we do. I think he would be better with a bitch rather than a dog as he is quite dominant.
Child friendly: Teenagers +
Able to live with cats: No
Age: 4-5 years
Sex: Dog
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Good home more important that cost.
Where dog can be seen: Farnborough, Hampshire (29/05/09)

Contact : Ring Rescue Remedies on tel. 020 8274 0471
www.rescueremedies.co.uk

Happy Ending: Benson has been rehomed.  (30/09/09)

BENSON

History: Benson lost his home after being tormented by a toddler. 
Description: He is a young terrier who has the same stature and terrier ways as a Patterdale but we guess he has Staffie heritage due to his brindle coat. He certainly has the loving nature common to both. Benson is housetrained and has basic commands. Benson is quick to learn, food orientated and good to handle. He is inclined to jump and will grab sleeves, but if told not to in a forthright manner he stops immediately. If I was looking for a medium height non-collie agility dog I would seriously consider him, he shows focus, enthusiasm and is desperate for some 1-1 interaction, therefore he is very trainable and is quick to learn.
Rehoming criteria: he would cope well in a terrier experienced home who can give him his confidence back and offer him experience in melding in the 'big outdoors'.  He is fun to walk and his dog skills are fine, just a little clumsy as with so many terriers of his age. Benson is a sweetheart...whose home must just around the corner. His assessor has said, 'He does initially have high energy levels, but I find him an absolute delight.'
Child friendly: Benson did cope well in a busy young family, but perhaps better to live with older children.
Able to live with cats: Untested, but he passed the Chicken & Horse Test with flying colours!
Age: 1 year old
Sex: Dog
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Donation £150
Where dog can be seen:  Croydon, Surrey (12/05/09)

Contact: Ring Gill White at the Border Collie Spot on tel. 01344 450206 or email: gillwhite@thebordercolliespot.com
Web: www.thebordercolliespot.com

Happy Ending: Ellie has gone to a pet home in the countryside with lots of space to run around. (17/09/09)

ELLIE

History: Ellie came from Lancashire to the Spot having been in several homes before. She is currently being fostered.
Description: Ellie is a mismarked, black and white with very slight tan markings on her legs Border Collie. She is very dainty and quite small (approx. 46cm), very light on her feet, fast and she turns quickly. She has no hang ups whatsoever. She is lovely with people, great with dogs she meets. She is a bit jumpy when you raise your voice and then she submits, but I thinks that is a confidence thing. She has a lovely recall and always checks if you are around. She is clever, busy and playful. She loves food, doesn't know toys yet, but I am sure that comes with time. She is house trained and has a few basic commands. She is a real sweetheart and just wants to please and be loved. She is very agile and can run like the wind.
Rehoming criteria: Somebody who keeps her busy and gives her confidence, preferably not full time working, another playful dog for company would be great.
Child friendly: Yes.
Able to live with cats: Not Sure
Age: 9 months.
Sex: Bitch
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Donation £150
Where dog can be seen: East Grinstead, West Sussex (13/08/09)

Contact: Email Emma Winston at ejwin@hotmail.co.uk or ring her on mobile: 07902 136703

Happy Ending: Jasper has found a new home now. She is very happy and enjoying life now.  (09/09/09)

JASPER

History: Jasper as been with me and my two children since she was six weeks old. She is a lovely dog but unfortunately I have had to make the decision to rehome her. Firstly, I cannot give Jasper the exercise and the training she needs and she has now become destructive around the house. The other problem is my daughter was attacked by another dog (not Jasper) and has now become nervous around Jasper. It is becoming very difficult to control the situation.
Description: Jasper is black and white and very energetic. She loves to please you by doing what you ask her to and likes to learn. Jasper can occasionally be nervous meeting new people but she does get over it quite quickly.
Rehoming criteria: She will need to be homed with an experienced person as she has now become in charge at home and she will need to be shown that’s not how it should be! She loves to chase a ball and will do almost anything for treats. I have been told by an agility trainer that she would learn quickly what to do and would be good, but we haven't made it to the classes yet.
Child friendly: Yes, but sometimes get very excitable
Able to live with cats: No
Age: 14 months
Sex: Bitch
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: A good home is more important.
Where dog can be seen:  Ampthill, Bedfordshire (13/08/09)

Breed: Border Collie

Contact: Ring Val Philips at Valgrays Border Collie Rescue on

Tel. 01883 624513
Email: valgrays@hotmail.co.uk
www.freewebs.com/valgraysbcrescue

Happy Ending: Jerry is now homed - another lucky boy gone to an agility home. (17/09/09)

JERRY

History: Jerry was purchased as a puppy and then sold to a lady with kids, lots of them. It drove this poor lad bonkers, running around playing and eventually nipping the heels, so he had to go and eventually has arrived at Valgrays.
Description: Jerry is a stunning red tri-colour with a wonderful nature. He is just very ott and on the go, not an ounce of malice in him. As long as you can get some control back into him he will make a smashing working dog. He pulls like a train but is better off lead - perfect with others dogs, people, kids and horses. He travels well in the car and does not mind being in a crate. He was very good in his kennel and very clean. If this pup can get some ground work put into him, he will be a fab prospect for agility, obedience, flyball. He is a blank canvas so what ever you put into him now will be his making.
Rehoming criteria: Jerry will need someone who will be prepared to put some basic work into him and give him a job to do.
Child friendly: Yes, but older children who are dog savvy.
Able to live with cats: Not tested.
Age: 7 months
Sex: Dog
Neutered: Will be
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Standard donation
Where dog can be seen: Warlingham, Surrey (09/09/09)

Breed: JRT X

Contact: Ring Val Philips at Valgrays Border Collie Rescue on tel. 01883 624513
Email: valgrays@hotmail.co.uk
www.freewebs.com/valgraysbcrescue

Happy Ending: JJ was identified as a dog called Pig who had been stolen along with two others. He has now been returned to an overjoyed owner. A word of warning however. If he had been microchipped, he would have been reunited sooner. And by the way, Val microchipped him before he went home. Thanks, Val.

JJ (PIG)

History: JJ was a stray who has done his seven days, He was picked up in a terrible condition, full of worms and fleas and was very dirty, He is now at Valgrays waiting to find his forever home.
Description: As you can see he is a cheeky JR< He would be a Medium size if someone wanted him him for agility. He is loving, fun and a good little boy, great with other dogs, people and kids.
Rehoming criteria: A working or active pet home, with somebody to love him.
Child friendly: Yes
Able to live with cats: Not tested
Age: 10 months approx
Sex: Dog
Neutered: Will be
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Standard donation
Where dog can be seen:  Warlingham, Surrey (09/09/09)

Breed:

Contact: Ring Pam Mallabar on mobile: 07826 865482

Happy Ending: Joe has gone to a marvellous agility couple. They met at Barnard Castle show and now he is doing what he loves best. (17/09/09)

JOE

 History: Joe has been with his owner since he was a puppy and, as her health has deteriorated it has become harder for her to give him what he needs. After just a week he has just been returned from a non-collie household whom said he did not get on with young children, although this had not previously been a problem. He is a much loved boy whom needs to go to a loving home.
Description: He is a very handsome tri-coloured boy. He has a few collie traits such as Hoover herding etc. but these should be overcome with an experienced owner. He is a very toy and food motivated dog and he really wants to work. He has had agility training with a Grade 7 handler and he shows great potential.
Rehoming criteria: Not to be homed with young children, preferably with an experienced collie owner.
Child friendly: No
Able to live with cats: No
Age:  2 years
Sex: Dog
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: P.O.A.
Where dog can be seen:  Nr Hexham, Northumberland (24/08/09)

Breed:

Contact: Ring Kate Staveley, fosterer for RSPCA Scunthorpe on mobile: 07762 062007

Happy Ending: Both the pups have gone to working homes.  (17/09/09)

MAY PUPS

 History: These puppies were born in rescue to a bitch that was rescued from a home in Bradford. She's looking for a home, too!
Description: The pictures will show you that they are an interesting mix of colours. Mum is a classical small BC bitch. They have a range of personalities but are generally very outgoing and one or two of them quite challenging. Full of fun, quick to learn.
Rehoming criteria: Good home
Child friendly: Yes
Able to live with cats: Yes
Age: 11 weeks
Sex: One dog and one bitch
Neutered: No- will be via RSPCA when old enough
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro - chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Donation to RSPCA £120 to include neuter, jabs, wormer, microchip etc
Where dog can be seen:  Belton, Doncaster just off M180 (15/06/09)

Contact: Ring Gill White at the Border Collie Spot on tel. 01344 450206 or email: gillwhite@thebordercolliespot.com
Web: www.thebordercolliespot.com

Happy Ending: Nell has been rehomed.  (17/09/09)

NELL

History: Nell is an ISDS-registered working sheepdog who didn’t make the grade on the farm she was born on. 
Description: Nell is a very pretty black and white, medium-coated collie with no discernable vices. Lots of energy and, like all ex-farm dogs, needs some socialising and manners! She is great with other dogs and very people friendly.
Rehoming criteria: Nell requires a working pet home and someone who can keep her busy.
Child friendly: Not sure
Able to live with cats: Not Sure
Age: 14 months.
Sex: Bitch
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Donation £150
Where dog can be seen: Bracknell, Berkshire (13/08/09)

Contact: Ring Gill White at the Border Collie Spot on tel. 01344 450206 or email: gillwhite@thebordercolliespot.com
Web: www.thebordercolliespot.com

Happy Ending: Nutmeg went to an agility home.  (17/09/09)

NUTMEG

History:  Same old story...  this lovely collie 'snapped' at a child but, having met her, I can tell you that she would really have had to have been provoked, as she seems absolutely fine.
Description: A beautifully-marked red and white girl, Nutmeg is a very pretty young lady who could do with losing a few pounds!  She is vibrant, energetic, and bright, Nutmeg will make a super dog for a working home.
Rehoming criteria: We would prefer a working pet home for Nutmeg.
Child friendly: Older children
Able to live with cats: Not tested
Age: 12 months
Sex: Bitch
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Standard donation
Where dog can be seen: Binfield, Berkshire (13/08/09)

Contact : Poplar Farm Kennels.
www.poplarfarmkennels.org.uk

Interim Report: Peppa is still looking for a home. She is now 16 months old, spayed, vaccinated and micro-chipped. She is house trained and her general training is coming on nicely. (07/07/08)

Happy Ending: Peppa has now been rehomed after nearly two years in rescue! (15/09/09)

PEPPA

History:  Peppa was placed in rescue as owner didn't have enough time for her.
Description: She is a very pretty girl with a wonderful nature, She has lived outside most of her life but stayed in foster home where she was very well behaved as long as she was given enough exercise. She has bags of energy but will happily curl up at your feet at night. She has a lot to learn but is responsive and intelligent. She can be insecure with other dogs but has no aggression in her whatsoever. Peppa has loads of potential as an agility dog in the right hands. She has been crate trained and is clean in the house but will chew, if bored.
Rehoming criteria: She needs an experienced owner that can bring her training on and understands that her lack of socialization as a puppy means that she still doesn't understand that when she sees another dog she can't just run off and play.
Child friendly: Yes – very sweet with children. Foster home had a 9 and 12 year old with visiting toddlers.
Able to live with cats: Not properly tested as the cat in the foster home was crated due to injury but she didn't take much notice of it.
Age: 2 months
Sex: Bitch
Neutered: Will be done before she is rehomed
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: reasonable donation
Where dog can be seen: Sutton Gault, near Ely, Cambs  (03/05/08)

Breed: Beardie x GSD

Contact: Ring Val Philips at Valgrays Border Collie Rescue on

Tel. 01883 624513
Email: valgrays@hotmail.co.uk
www.freewebs.com/valgraysbcrescue

Happy Ending: Rosie has  now homed to a lovely lady who will be doing ABC Agility. (15/09/09)

ROSIE

History: Rosie was purchased as a puppy and is now unwanted. She has come into Valgrays to find a forever home where she will be loved and wanted. 
Description: How could you not want her, she is yummy, scummy, and different!  She has the most wonderful nature possible, loves her cuddles and kisses, but has not been seen much of life, so is a little shy when you first meet her but that is soon getting less and less. Well if you want something different this is it, she is collie size and is very fast and loves playing with toys, she does not have an ounce of malice in her and she is very eye catching....she is only a baby so needs lots of ground work put into her, but off lead she does not leave your side. 
Rehoming criteria: Fun loving pet/working home with other dogs please, this little girlie could be the next ABC winner.
Child friendly: Yes 100%
Able to live with cats: Yes
Age: 12 months
Sex: Bitch
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: Standard donation
Where dog can be seen: Warlingham, Surrey

Contact: The Blue Cross, London Road (A40), Lewknor, Oxon. OX49 5RY
Tel: 01844 355293

Happy Ending: Toby the collie has now been rehomed. (15/09/09)

TOBY

History: Toby came to the centre due to his owners not having enough time for him. He has had an unsettled life so far and now needs a loving permanent new home.
Description: Toby is an incredibly bright and active young Border Collie. He now needs a new home where he can settle in and become the fantastic companion we believe he can be. Toby is a typical Collie. He lives life at 100 miles an hour. Toby needs both mental and physical stimulation to keep him happy. He is a joy to watch when he has something to keep him busy. He would love an agility or flyball home and we feel he would excel at a doggy sport. He loves his tennis balls and would love to become a flyball star! Toby is very good with most other dogs, but can be a bossy boots. He could live with an older sensible dog, but would be too much for a younger impressionable dog.  Toby is very affectionate and loves to learn, and in the right home will be a lovely happy dog. 
Rehoming criteria: New owners with experience of collies and active dogs.
Child friendly: He would be better placed in an adult household with someone who has the time and commitment for such a bright and energetic youngster.
Age: 2 years old
Sex: Dog
Neutered: Yes
Vaccinated: Yes
Micro-chipped: Yes
Flea sprayed & wormed: Yes
Cost: £115
Where dog can be seen:  Lewknor, Oxon (15/06/09)