Taffi
Taffi came to Waggy Tails when he was just over a year old. He was rehomed three times but his new owners could not cope with him. He had a number of issues and although he was a very loving dog, who was excellent in the home, he turned into another dog as soon as he set foot outside the door. He could not tolerate joggers and bicycles, which made exercise a nightmare in an urban environment. Our volunteers worked very hard with him and every Open Day he showed off the best side of his nature but still no home was found for him. Collies need very special owners who appreciate that they are a working breed and need lots of mental stimulation as well as exercise. His new owners already had a rescue collie and knew what they were to expect when they took him on. Sadly his lovely companion Chips died earlier this year but Taffi still enjoys long walks and trips to the beach. He is still a work in progress and although he has come a long way with his behaviour, he still needs more time and patience.…read more
Dodger
Dodger came to Waggy Tails through the local police. His owner wanted him destroyed after he attacked someone, but the police saw the good in him and asked if we would take him in. His foster Mum called him Dodger the Lodger and fell in love with him, seeing how gentle he was. He now has a lovely new home and is getting an education!…read more
Patch
Patch was a beautiful collie cross who came to us as a pup, because her owners thought she was disobedient and unruly. She turned out to have a hearing problem and after being fostered with other dogs she began to calm down. Unfortunately she was not adopted and after a year we were worried about her future. We decided to feature her as our Valentine in a local magazine. There she sat in a heart of roses looking appealing. Within a few days she had an email from Barney asking if he could be her Valentine. They were like two peas in a pod! Meetings followed and it was love at first sight. Patch now has a lovely new home and the company of a hearing dog who looks after her.…read more
Guinness
Guinness came to us in a very sorry state. His owner was unwell and unable to care for him any longer. His coat was matted and in very poor condition and had to be stripped to give it time to recover. He soon started to melt everyone’s hearts, being such a gentle giant. For weeks no one seemed interested in him, but there is someone out there for every dog. Guinness certainly fell on his paws. He has a loving, new home now with another dog and is happy and playful despite being eight years old. Earlier this year he had a stroke and for a while it was touch and go. He has now recovered and came to see us at the Dog Show in June. It was great to see him looking so fit and well.…read more
