Remi
Remi 18001676
BREED: Cocker Spaniel, Black, Male
AGE: 4 years
LOCATION: South Lanarkshire
NEUTERED: Yes
CHILDREN: Yes, older.
OTHER DOGS: Yes, good with other dogs.
CATS: No, will chase.
LIVESTOCK: Shows little interest in livestock but supervision required when they are nearby.
STATUS: AVAILABLE
A little bit about Remi:
Remi is a happy and confident young lad whose tail never stops wagging. He has a superb nature, very obedient and polite which is testimony to his previous life as a working gundog. He has been extremely well trained and cared for by his former owner. He is always eager to please especially if there is a tasty treat on offer. Remi is a very affectionate boy but can be a little over affectionate and excitable at times but a firm request to calm down is usually enough and he will back off. Albeit for a few minutes then its rinse and repeat.
Remi is currently in foster with another two spaniels with no problems whatsoever. He is very respectful of them and gives them space when required. He waits patiently and politely for his call to dinner and eats with the other two dogs.
Energy Requirements:
Remi is a typical high energy cocker spaniel who loves to hunt and follow his nose down rabbit holes, into thorn bushes, up trees for squirrels. Anywhere that may hold furries. He can smell a pheasant on the moon. He has to be supervised in public parks that hold ducks and swans. Remi shows no interest in balls or retrieving and will ignore in favour of sniffing around.
Remi needs a ton of physical and mental exercise in equal measures due to his working background and would not be suited to predominantly urban lead walking. His fosterer has him out for around 2/3 hours during the day and 30 minutes at night and if left to Remi, there would a 3am walk thrown in for good measure.
Training:
As stated earlier, Remi has had a high level of training as a working dog but also a well-balanced and polite domestic dog. He knows all the basic commands and is very receptive to them. His recall is excellent, and he will walk to heel on command in a busy environment with traffic and people. He can pull a little on a short lead, but this could be down to excitement as he is anticipating what lies ahead. Usually in the form of rabbits, squirrels and birds. Remi is much better on a long training line when left to follow his nose. It has also been used to pull him out of rabbit holes on occasion.
Visiting the vet:
Remi has no issues with a visit to the vet. He takes it all in his stride. He is up to date with his vaccinations and had a very good healthcheck.
Travelling:
Remi currently travels in the boot of a hatchback behind a guard. He can whine a little with excitement but soon settles. A guard is needed as he would be over and into your lap in no time. No problems getting him in and out before or after his outing.
Food:
Remi is fed a good quality medium breed kibble mixed with various wet tinned or homemade dog stew twice a day, 0700 and 1700. Treats on top if being a good boy. He isn't a fussy eater and hoovers up his food, probably due to the fact he has two other spaniels only too willing to help him nearby.
Sleep:
Remi sleeps next to his fosterers bed at night. He sleeps all night but can hear eyelids opening. Then everyone is awake. He can chance his paw and sneak up onto the bed and down under the duvet if allowed. A firm back to bed order is usually sufficient, if you can find it in your heart.
Behavioural issues:
No behavioural issues to report. Typical spaniel ailments of “not taking a telling” and “too much nonsense in his head” and can be treated with a heavy dose of patience and understanding.
Home needs:
Remi would benefit from an active home and someone with an understanding of a former gundogs instinctive needs due to his high prey drive. Would suit someone willing to give him daily outings such as forest trails and riverside walks to keep his mind active and engaged. Older children would be fine. He would be fine as an only dog or with another friendly dog. He would probably chase cats.
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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