Fee Posted June 22, 2009 Report Share Posted June 22, 2009 Arnie is a very cute 11 year old Terrier Cross who is in an Oldies Club foster home in Morecambe, Lancashire, waiting for someone to offer him a permanent home. He is an adorable, loyal and playful little dog but, like a lot of terriers, he does have his feisty side! It only took a few days for Arnie to feel at home and he soon settled into the routine of his foster household. Because Arnie was left for long hours in his previous home (due to a change of his owner's circumstances), he became anxious about being left alone, and sometimes left a puddle on the floor. This seems to be improving at his foster home, especially if he's had a good walk before being left alone, but he will need someone with the time and patience to get him used to short absences. Arnie's ideal home would be one where he isn't on his own too much, because he loves company. He would suit someone retired who likes to go on long walks in the country. Someone with the time to play with him with a toy would be good. Another dog may be a bonus, as it would be company for him, but plenty of fuss would do instead! He is said to have lived with 3 cats previously, so he might be able to live with cats in his new home, but he would need careful introductions as he chases cats in the garden at his foster home. You might like to refer to our article on Cats and Dogs. Arnie needs a firm owner as, being a Terrier, he thinks he is in charge! For example, although Arnie is fine with his normal food, he will food-guard when he has special treats that he sees as high value, such as rawhide chews. For this reason, any children in his new home would need to be at least 10 years old as they would need to understand that there are times when Arnie needs to be left undisturbed. Arnie's foster carer tell us: Arnie is a great little walker. We have taken him camping twice now, and he loves it. He ignores any sheep or rabbits etc., which makes him a pleasure to take on a ramble. Arnie doesn't like to sleep on his own at night, but is no trouble sleeping on his own bed at the side of yours. He doesn't try to join you! Arnie has a full repertoire of tricks, including "high five" and "play dead". Arnie's recall seems fine, although he doesn't stray far away from you. He will happily retrieve a ball in the garden, but seems uninterested in the park. If you carry a squeaky toy for recall, he will return to you very quickly. Arnie loves to travel. He sleeps for most of the journey, but can't wait to get out when arriving at the destination. He isn't keen on sitting on your knee, but prefers to lie at your feet. He is what has been called Head Shy; this means he tends to duck when you try to pat him on the head. Arnie has been vet-checked and he has no medical problems. His previous owner said that he had a delicate stomach, but also said that he always drank milk. Since being in his foster home, he has only had water, which he readily drinks, and he has not shown any sign of tummy problems. Arnie is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, wormed and flea-treated. In summary, his foster carer tells us: He is without doubt an adorable little character. —————- If you are interested in Arnie, please refer to our Adoption Procedures for information about the adoption process. You can then contact an Oldies Club rehoming co-ordinator as follows: Email: [email protected] Telephone: 0844 586 8656 Arnie can be rehomed anywhere in the UK, subject to a satisfactory home visit, but note that you will be required to travel to the foster home to meet him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zico's mum Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Oh my he is absolutely gorgeous.Does sound as if those Terrier traits have allowed to continue unchecked though - probably because he is so cute. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Mop Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Arnie is my type of dog, he is gorgeous and has character, or that is what I call the terrier mentallity, I love it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TaraMoochi Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Awwww, what a handsome fellow indeed! xx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
one.eyed.dog Posted June 23, 2009 Report Share Posted June 23, 2009 Have just forwarded this to a pal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fee Posted July 5, 2009 Author Report Share Posted July 5, 2009 Arnie has now gone to a fabulous home Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fee Posted August 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 6, 2009 Very sadly Arnie has been returned to our care as he couldn't accept sharing with the other dog in the home. His new owners were devastated and tried really hard with him, but had to put their other dog first in the end Arnie is great with other dogs outside the home, but (as we now know) needs to be the only dog in the household! He is now in a foster home in Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fee Posted August 11, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2009 Brilliant news for Adorable Arnie, his foster carer has fallen in love with him so he will be staying put! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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