Topps

Beagle · Female · Adult · 4 years

Topps arrived with us from a breeder and, at first, was an extremely worried and shut-down little girl. Everything was overwhelming for her, and she found human contact very frightening, as she didn’t yet understand how gentle and loving hands could be. With time, patience, and kindness, Topps has started to blossom and has already made such wonderful progress. From barking at her kennel mummy and wanting little to do with people, she now feels comfortable sitting close, taking treats, giving sweet nose nudges, and even sharing little kisses. She has recently begun to accept gentle ear tickles when she is feeling brave, a huge step for her! Topps has now moved to a foster home, where she is starting to learn all about home life and new skills like house training for the first time. In the home, she is still a little nervous as she adjusts to her new environment. Despite this, she will spend time in the same room as her carers, happily follow for food or to venture outside, and is comfortable moving throughout the home. Although she approaches her carers with encouragement from her canine friend or the help of a treat, she will avoid close contact at times. However, she is still very waggy-tailed and really gains confidence from her furry friends. Topps still has a way to go and will need an experienced, adult-only home where she can continue to build her confidence at her own pace. She must have at least one kind and confident resident dog, who will play an important role in showing her the ropes and helping her feel safe. A secure garden is essential for her as she continues to learn about lead walking and house training. Topps will tolerate being handled for check overs or to have her harness put on, but she is wary and needs slow handling and reassurance. This lovely girl may be worried at first in her new home, but with patience, reassurance, and love, she has every chance of blossoming further into the happy, content little dog she was always meant to be. Topps has already shown us what she is capable of; now she just needs someone to take a chance on her and give her the forever home she so truly deserves. Our vet has noted a slight click in her left stifle joint on palpation. This is not currently causing her any discomfort and does not require treatment at this time, but it may need monitoring in the future. We recommend being mindful of excessive jumping on and off furniture or other jarring movements. Gentle exercises to help build and maintain muscle, such as controlled walking and stepping up and down kerbs, will be beneficial. This dog can be homed with a resident dog.

Listed 2 months ago