Patch
Patch's ideal home
Patch has had a difficult life and needs a specific home with adopters who are willing to work him and our rehabilitation trainers. He had no access to beds or toys when younger, so now he puts very high value on both, and it needs to be properly managed. When it comes to other dogs, Patch is quite reactive, although he has been brilliant in the past. It's possible that the time of day in which he has been walked left him little exposure to other dogs, particularly during the lockdown of the last two years. We are working on this with him. Patch will need an ADULT ONLY home due to the resource guarding, and he'll need a few visits to him at the centre, as well as a one-to-one meeting with our training team.
Could you be Patch's perfect match?
Sweet Patch is such a sensitive soul and he really is looking for a special home. He doesn't enjoy kennels and this is not his first stay with us, and he spends most of his day on the inside of his kennel. He gets overwhelmed at times but he is adapting to new experiences well. He enjoys his walks but prefers the centre and park when it's quiet, as he hates noisy environments. Once Patch builds a bond with someone he is visibly much more comfortable and settled. He's happy to be handled by people he knows and looks to his handlers when in a situation such as a vet exam. He is friendly with people but he must be allowed to approach them, rather than the other way around. Patch LOVES his toys! We know that when Patch was young he had no access to toys or beds, so he does worry at times that we are going to take them from him. His handlers are working on a "drop" cue so that we can trade him for another toy, and help him feel less worried. Having had no access to a bed, he doesn't use them when offered, and will need an armchair or similar of his own, that he knows he won't be moved from. His adopters must be wiling to work on an "off" cue, and not attempt to physically move him from it. Aside from this, Patch also has a tendency to pinch household items, which we believe to be due to his lack of appropriate toys as a young dog. Adopters will need to continue some training with these things once Patch is home.
Additional Info
- Advert posted 1 year ago
- Breed Springer Spaniel
- Current age 7 years (approx)
- Agency/ Charity DogsTrust
- CentreMerseyside (Liverpool)
- Sex Male
Food, Toys & Essentials
Feeding your Springer Spaniel a healthy diet is important, as well as ensuring they are stimulated both physically & mentally and of course kept clean and safe. View recommended products below and visit our Springer Spaniel shop for more.
Harringtons Complete Grain Free Hypoallergenic Chicken & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food 18kg
Harringtons Grain Free Chicken & Sweet Potato is a complete pet food that can be fed to all dogs from 8 weeks onwards. It has been carefully formulated with all natural ingredients to provide wholesome nutrition and contains no artificial colours or flavours, no dairy, no soya and no added wheat. Harringtons provides the conventional benefits associated with premium pet foods.
£62
Harringtons Complete Grain Free Hypoallergenic Turkey & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food 18kg
Harringtons Grain Free Turkey & Sweet Potato is a complete pet food that can be fed to all dogs from 8 weeks onwards. It has been carefully formulated with all natural ingredients to provide wholesome nutrition and contains no artificial colours or flavours, no dairy, no soya and no added wheat. Harringtons provides the conventional benefits associated with premium pet foods.
£56.84
Harringtons Complete Grain Free Hypoallergenic Salmon & Sweet Potato Dry Dog Food 18kg
Harringtons Grain Free Salmon & Sweet Potato is a complete pet food that can be fed to all dogs from 8 weeks onwards. It has been carefully formulated with all natural ingredients to provide wholesome nutrition and contains no artificial colours or flavours, no dairy, no soya and no added wheat. Harringtons provides the conventional benefits associated with premium pet foods.
£45
Harringtons Grain Free Wet Dog Food Mixed Flavours 48x400g
A bulk pack of Harrington's favourite wet dog foods, containing 48 - 400 g trays of each flavour. These tasty meals will delight your dog and provide a healthy diet. 100 percent natural made with healthy ingredients with added vitamins and minerals. All have been carefully formulated to provide wholesome grain free nutrition and contains no artificial colours or flavours, no dairy, no soya and no added wheat.
£48
BUTCHER'S Puppy Wet Dog Food Cans Grain Free
Butcher's Puppy Perfect dog food is 100% complete, nutritious food for puppies. Puppy recipes have been developed to ensure the best start in life, with all the vitamins and minerals needed for bouncing energy and healthy growth, and help support immunity. Complete and Balanced: meals rich in all the nutrients your dog needs. No Nasties: no artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. Grain Free: naturally gluten free - no grains or bulkers. Healthy Growth: calcium for bones and high quality proteins for muscle growth. Beneficial Oils: Omega 3 and 6 - helps support your puppy's natural immunity. British and Irish Farmed: we only work with suppliers we know and trust. A Wholesome Bowlful: we believe nothing is better for your dog than nature's most nourishing food. We carefully prepare all our meals right here in the heart of England with natural ingredients from British and Irish farms and only use suppliers we know and trust, to make delicious and nourishing food for dogs.
£25.56
Butcher's Wet Dog Food Cans Grain Free Tripe Loaf Recipes
Butcher's Loaf in Jelly Dog food is a complete nutritious pet food for adult dogs and perfect for Labradors. Made with natural ingredients. High in tasty meaty proteins. No cereal or soya fillers. All the vitamins and minerals your dog needs. No artificial colours, flavours or preservatives. All natural meaty goodness with added vitamins and minerals, for great tasting, complete and balanced recipes every meal time. It's fun being as fit as a Butcher's dog.
£28.99
Julius-K9 Powerharness Dog Harness for medium dogs
JULIUS-K9 IDC (Innova Dog Comfort) dog harness - 2010JULIUS-K9 Inventor of the dog harness with interchangeable hook and loop patches and adjustable chest strap. The IDC-Powerharness is a high-quality dog harness manufactured in Europe from German materials. Suitable for home use as well as for working dogs.Main features:Reflective edges and chest strap:One of the most important functions of the IDC-Powerharness is that it works well as a visibility vest too. The grey line on the chest strap and the edges of the harness are made of reflective materials to help keep your dog visible even from a great distance, when out walking in the dark.Breathable, skin friendly inner lining:The anti-allergenic OEKO-TEX material is manufactured to the highest international standards.Scientifically proven comfort:a chest strap leaving the neck of the dog free.Heavy-duty buckles:The high-quality buckles of the IDC-Powerharnesses are thoroughly tested and checked. The buckles work perfectly during wintertime, and do not break even in frosty weather.Closable handle:With the new handle fixing option, you can fix only the steel ring, only the handle, both of them or none of them. With these you can minimize the dog's chance of being stuck. It's really important especially for hunting dogs, search- and rescue dogs.Side bag attachment option:Side bags are available in 3L and 4L versions for Powerharness sizes 0 to 4. A smaller IDC Universal side bag is also available. With its 250 cm3 capacity, it is ideal for carrying documents, vaccination papers, cellphones and dog treats.Flashlight holder:The flashlight holder is made of an elastic, high quality German material, so it can hold various sizes of flashlights. It can be used simultaneously with the side bags. It is essential for search and rescue dogs and service dogs working at night.Water repellent cover:Developed to be water resistant, highly durable, comfortable and secure, the IDC-Powerharness is the dog harness of choice for professional trainers, security personal and pet owners alike.Phosphorescent, interchangeable patches with JULIUS-K9 logo:The first dog harness with hook and loop patches from the inventor! Since 1997!Recommended by dog trainers, veterinarians, search and rescue and working dog organizations for 10 years now.
£26.99
Dog Deshedding Brush Tool for Short Medium & Long Haired
REDUCE DE-SHEDDING BY UPTO 90%: Tired of cleaning fur all over your house? GEZNIC large size grooming brush is designed to reduce de-shedding by up to 90%. It has amazing feature of removing dogs or cats thick fur, dander & hairballs effectively. You will feel your pet’s coat more clean and shiny within minutes.
£9.69
Bounce and Bella Grain Free Dog Training Treats - 800 Tasty & Healthy Treat Pack
TOP QUALITY! If you've been looking for premium natural dog treats that won't break the bank then your search is over! That's because the only ingredients in our training treats are freshly prepared chicken, duck and turkey meat (80%) and potato & sweet potato (20%) which means a healthier happier doggy - guaranteed!
£9.99
Lifelong - High-Protein Dog Treats with Lamb
Assortment of tasty treats are made with top quality ingredients with tried and tested recipes. A delicious range of flavours, shapes and textures, without any artificial colours. Great for training aids or just as a reward to make their day a happy one.
£7.99
Bounce and Bella Natural Dog Chews – 100% Pure Beef Air-Dried Treats
HEALTHY! 100% Beef, just one ingredient so you know exactly what you’re feeding your dog, which means no more worrying about what junk ingredients might be hidden away causing itching, digestive pain, obesity, gum damage and harmful allergic reactions.
£6.99
Bounce and Bella 100% Sprats Dog Treats – Premium Baltic Sprats - Sourced Sustainably
NATURAL & HEALTHY! Dried from raw for 5-7 days to lock in taste & nutrients and offer a satisfying, high value crunch for your dog. Baltic dried sprats for dogs are high in healthy fish oils like Omega 3. That’s wonderful for your dog’s skin, joints and coat – expect lots of praise at the park for your dog’s gorgeous glossy coat!
£5.99
Pets Purest Dog Treats Pork Curls - 100% Natural Air-Dried Chews
RAW & HEALTHY DOG TREATS: Treat your canine to a pure and delicious pork snack reward that isn't associated with the problems of unhealthier dog chews. Pork is the only ingredient making it a perfect pet safe alternative for a good boy or girl.
£6.99
Wagg Tasty Chunks Dog Treats with Chicken, Ham and Beef 150 g, Pack of 7
- Meaty square shaped chunks with chicken, ham & beef - Tasty chunks enriched with vitamins & minerals - A complementary pet food ideal for a tasty treat - Oven baked to lock in nutrition & flavour - Suitable for dogs from 8 weeks old
£6.79
Wagg Peanut Butter and Banana Cookie Dog Treats, 125 g, (Pack of 7)
- With delicious peanut butter & banana - Cookie bites enriched with vitamins & minerals - Made with sugar and salt free peanut butter - Oven baked to lock in nutrition & flavour - Suitable for dogs from 8 weeks old
£7.63
Pro Pooch Dog Ear Cleaner - Drops to Stop Head Shaking, Itchy & Waxy Ears
FAST RESULTS: If your pup has ear odour, is persistently shaking their head or has excessive wax, our ear drops for dogs will get to work & help alleviate their discomfort, fast. Formulated to clean both ears & to keep them in great condition.
£12.99
Pro Pooch Sensitive Dog Shampoo - 250ml Pet Shampoo w/ Oatmeal & Aloe
pH balanced puppy shampoo is cleverly formulated to help soothe and relieve itching. It produces effective results on dandruff, whilst being gentle on your pup's itchy, dry, and sensitive skin.
£11.99
Pro Pooch Dry Shampoo For Dogs (200 ml) Quick Drying Waterless No Rinse Mousse
NATURALLY DERIVED ALLERGEN FREE FORMULA - Soothing Aloe & Avocado Foam to deeply nourish the skin and coat. FREE FROM Alcohol, Parabens, Silicones, SLES, SLS, DEA and Enzymes. Perfect for dogs who need a quick freshen up between baths.
£10.99
Squeaky Toy for Aggressive Chewers Indestructible Ball for Medium Large Breed
Strong Indestructible Dog Squeaky Toys: We use non-toxic, environmentally friendly natural tough rubber, which will not cause any problems to dogs, and we have upgraded the bite resistance performance to make the rubber stronger and ensure the safety of dogs.
£11.99
Strong Dog Lead with Comfortable Padded Handle and Highly Reflective Threads for Small, Medium and Large Dogs
STRONG AND DURABLE - Our dog leads are made of high quality climbing nylon ropes, plus a unique high density anti-bite layer design inside. The strength is nearly 2x that of the same type of rope! Weight only 0.5 pounds, light and sturdy enough for small, medium and large dogs pulling.
£8.59
