Gunner
Gunner 17001640
BREED: Springer Spaniel, Male, Liver & White
AGE: 18 months
LOCATION: East Lothian
NEUTERED: No, will be adopted with a contract to be neutered once settled.
CHILDREN: Yes, older.
OTHER DOGS: Yes, but needs to build confidence.
CATS: Currently lives with a cat.
LIVESTOCK: Untested
STATUS: AVAILABLE
Personality & Temperament: Gunner is a friendly, playful and energetic young English Springer Spaniel who loves nothing more than being out on a walk or playing with his toys (the tougher, the better – he’s quite the destroyer!).
What really stands out about Gunner is his affectionate nature. He forms strong bonds with his people and is happiest right by your side – whether that’s following you around the house or curling up for a cuddle on the sofa (personal space doesn’t exist in Gunner’s world!).
He’s also a clever boy who is already picking up basic commands and is very motivated by food and toys, making further training both fun and rewarding. When he gets excited, he can be a little jumpy (think coiled spring), this is something that has come on leaps and bounds and will continue to improve with guidance and consistency.
Home Life: Gunner is house trained, although he can still have the occasional “excited pee/ puppy sprinkles” (easy to manage once you know his triggers). He settles well into a routine and is happy to sleep in his crate at night, currently in the bedroom. Given the chance, he would very happily upgrade himself to the bed!
He can be left alone for short periods and is comfortable in his crate. Gunner currently enjoys three walks a day and has lots of energy, though due to his past he is best suited to shorter, more frequent walks rather than long distances.
On the lead, he can be enthusiastic and may pull as he’s keen to explore, so he will benefit from ongoing, gentle training. He hasn’t been walked off lead yet, so this will need to be introduced gradually over time. He travels well in the car, although he can be a little nervous, and may also be slightly unsure at the vet initially but settles quickly.
Getting Along With Others: Gunner is great with people and enjoys meeting new faces. He’s generally good with other dogs, although he can be a little nervous around larger dogs and a bit bouncy when greeting, so calm introductions will help him build confidence.
He is currently living with a dog-savvy cat and shows curiosity more than anything else. He will sniff and engage, but respects boundaries when corrected.
Gunner is good with older children, however due to his excitable and jumpy nature, he would not be suited to a home with younger children.
Health Issues: Gunner has had a difficult start in life, he came into foster in June 2025, at the age of 7 months. He has since undergone four surgeries for a leg condition (HIF). Despite this, he has shown incredible resilience and now has full mobility – he truly is a little fighter with a huge heart. Due to his condition, frequent shorter walks are recommended, rather than long, arduous hill climbs.
Home Needs: He would thrive in a calm, loving home with a patient owner who can continue his training and help build his confidence. A home with minimal or no stairs would be ideal, along with older children only, and preferably the only dog.
Gunner is a very special boy who will give so much love to the right home. If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion with a big personality and an inspiring story, Gunner could be your perfect match.
Ongoing support: Springer Rescue for Scotland will be available for any support with your new dog and can offer behavioural support in case of any problems that may arise on adopting a dog.
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