Margate

Beagle · Male · Adult · 5 years

Margate has now spent over 2 years and 5 months in kennels. That’s almost 900 days of waiting. Waiting while thousands of people have walked past his kennel. Waiting while his friends have come and gone. Waiting for someone to truly see him. Everyone here adores Margate – he’s smart, affectionate, and bursting with personality. But love from staff isn’t the same as a forever home, and Margate is more than ready for his next chapter. Since staying with us, Margate has received a dental treatment and had a cyst removed from his back left leg. Margate came to us from a breeder in November 2023. He's incredibly intelligent, loves a challenge, and will do absolutely anything for a tasty treat. He picks up tricks like lightning – he knows “sit”, “paw” and “speak” and he’s always ready to learn more. He thrives when his brain is engaged and would be an excellent candidate for scent work or activities like cani-cross (on-lead only!). He’s been described as one of the smartest dogs we’ve ever worked with. He's vocal, a bit cheeky, and loves to tell us when it’s breakfast time – you can hear his excited barks all the way from the car park. He may come off as bouncy and bold, but beneath the surface, Margate is a sensitive soul who, sadly, has been let down by humans before. He can get worried easily, especially in overwhelming environments like the vet, where he becomes a bit of a puddle of anxiety (though he's muzzle-trained and manages with support). Margate does require a very specific kind of home, and we won’t sugar-coat it – he’s not a “starter dog.” He needs: Margate is possessive around food, toys, and bedding, likely stemming from insecurity in his past. These behaviours are manageable – we’ll give guidance – but his adopters will need to understand and work with him, never punish or push him beyond his limits. Setting him up for success is the key. Margate will test you – not because he's difficult, but because he's clever, spirited, and sensitive. But once you have his trust, you’ll have a bond that’s unbreakable. Because Margate isn’t a dog you can bring home on a whim. He’s for someone extraordinary. Someone who sees past the behaviours and looks into his big, soulful eyes and says, “I’ve got you now.” Margate has come so far during his time with us – he’s learned manners, made friends, gained confidence, and shown us the incredible potential he holds. But he deserves so much more than life in a kennel, no matter how much we love him. Margate is not for everyone, but if he’s for you – truly for you – then you are in for the most rewarding journey. He’ll love you with his whole heart, and you’ll wonder how you ever lived without him. If you think you could be his person, please don’t wait another day. Margate’s forever is long overdue. Let’s not make him wait another year. This dog can be homed with a resident dog.

Listed 2 months ago