Tinka

Staffordshire Bull Terrier · Female · Adult · 4 years

Tinka is a wonderful girl with so much potential and love to give. She came into our care when her owner became too unwell to look after her. As a result, Tinka had spent over a year without leaving the house and received very little day-to-day interaction or attention. Because of her previous lifestyle, Tinka has some complex needs and will require an adopter who is willing to invest time in building a relationship with her and continuing her training. She is currently learning to wear a lead and harness comfortably, and this work will need to continue in her new home. Tinka should become confident wearing a harness before progressing to longer walks and new environments. Sadly, she can find being separated from her people difficult and has shown signs of anxiety when left alone. We would recommend that any time spent alone is built up gradually and at a pace she is comfortable with, helping her gain confidence and security in her new home. A very clever girl who already knows a range of cues, including sit, down, paw, touch, and recall. She loves training and has the potential to learn so much more. Tinka is highly food-motivated and can sometimes become a little fixated on treats, so we use the cues “Ready” and “All done” to help her understand when rewards are available and when training has finished. Tinka travels well in the car and has demonstrated excellent recall once she has built a relationship with her person. Any off-lead recall work should initially be practised only in a secure field until a strong bond has been established. She will need to have access to her own private, secure garden. This amazing girl would make a fantastic companion for someone who can offer her the patience, understanding, and commitment she needs. In return, she will reward her new family with loyalty, affection, fun, and friendship. "*" indicates required fields Here’s where we ask more questions about you, your lifestyle and what you’re looking for in a dog. You'll hear from us only if you're a match for the pet you've applied for.

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