Pupsters - Dog Grooming in Totnes

06/09/2024

This is the profile I’ve written up for Rocket, once it’s live on the website I’ll post a link for anyone who would like to apply

Medical:
2nd L4 vax due Oct 1st

Lump removed from armpit area, low grade sarcoma with narrow margins. If it returns will need removing.
Had 10 teeth removed.
Had jaw fracture which will heal itself, is eating very well and playing with toys with no issues.

Age: 10 years old
Breed: Norfolk/Yorkie terrier type (6.5kgs)

* Would happily be an only dog
* Can live with other calm, polite dogs.
* Not cat tested but a terrier
* No children, he would like a peaceful retirement home

Background –
Rocket arrived in a terrible state with very matted fur, bad teeth and 2 inch long claws preventing him from walking comfortably.
Character –
Rocket is the perfect companion dog, he loves to be with you and is a total sweetheart. Very affectionate, loves his cuddles and will dish out the kisses.
He can be grumbly bending his legs to take his body suit on or off (which he has post op), but he hasn’t snapped and is easily distracted by his love of treats! He’s happy having his harness on, being picked up and being bathed and dried.

Type of home –
Rocket would like a home with someone who can be with him all the time, he would likely have separation anxiety if left alone for periods but doesn’t follow you around if he’s comfy in his bed… unless it’s near dinner time.

Rocket by name but not by nature, he enjoys a gentle plod around for 30 minutes but will have a good snooze after. Hes likely not used to having much exercise given how long his claws were, but he does enjoy being outside for a sniff about. He walks well on a lead. He wouldn’t cope with fast paced walks or long hikes but is quite a quiet boy so would enjoy a gentle stroll, cafe or garden centre visit.
He has been in foster with 7 other dogs, large and small and is happy hanging out with them but prefers human company. He will grumble at other dogs if he has toys (only in the house) or if they approach him in a boisterous way. Again he’s never snapped, just letting the other dogs know his boundaries and that he likes a quiet life.
He has been clean in the house, he even wipes his paws on the mat when he comes back in! He can manage stairs and jump onto the bed or sofa but is happy to be picked up and carried. He will even do a little jump to help you pick him up.
He travels well in the car.
Adopting –
Rocket is in foster care in Axbridge

03/09/2024

It’s only been 28 hours since Rocket arrived but my intial assessment of him and his needs (which may change with some time).

He’s a fantastic little man, affectionate, a lapdog that will follow you around but not so Velcro that he will cry or give up his snoozing spot if he’s cosy and you leave the room.
He’s rocket by name but not by nature.

He has great canine social skills, I imagine he would be happy to be an only dog with plenty of human company or with other non-boisterous, calm, respectful dogs. He’s even been super chilled with the big dogs, larger dogs would need to be mindful of his delicate size though.

He doesn’t mind polite sniffs but objects to boisterous energy (aka Chase!) thrust upon him and will tell dogs off for being rude and not respecting his boundaries. He’s only had a couple of grumbles and they have all been appropriate and Chase has paid heed to them (surprisingly!).

He enjoys a gentle meander but wouldn’t be up for 5 mile hikes unless he could ride in a backpack or buggy as he’s an older chap. Judging by the state of his claws when he arrived he probably hasn’t had much exercise for some time so he might have to start of slow on short plods.

He’s 10 now and Yorkies/Norfolks can live up to around 15/16 so he will need a nice calm retirement home where he will happily plonk himself in a cosy spot on the sofa or on your lap.

He adores his food and treats so will be quick to learn with food motivation.

Thus far he’s been very quiet, I heard a gruff little bark this morning when he finished his breakfast but that’s the only sound I’ve heard from him, even when the other dogs have barked, he’s trotted outside to check out the commotion or come to see the postie I was chatting to at the door today, but no barking. He’s met our dog sitter Kelly as we stop to introduce him on the way home yesterday and has fussed from the postie and is absolutely fine with strangers.

He is happy being handled, gives a little hop to help out when picking him up, I’ve held his paws and fussed him all over with no objections even though he must still be sore from all he’s endured recently. Happy having his harness on and rides well in the car.

He’s been 100% clean in the house so far and will take himself out to toilets 👏🏼

Xena has a vets appointment Tuesday so Rocket will come along too for his post op checks and we’ll see about when we can get him vaccinated, flea and wormed. Hopefully we might have the results back from the lump he had removed by then 🤞🏼
All being well he can start looking for his home pretty soon. I’ve already decided that if his lump were bad news and he needed palliative care, we would be happy to have him here for that.
Fingers crossed this little legend will have many more years to spend being pampered in a loving new home.

16/08/2024

Lily says hola 👋
I’m little lily weighing 3.5kg and I’m around 9mths old. I was bought from a breeder but the owners changed their mind and i spent most of my time on a chain outside. Now I would love a home where I can be part of a family. What do you think?

Lily dice hola 👋
Soy la pequeña Lily peso 3.5kg y tengo alrededor de 9 meses. Me compraron a un criador, pero los dueños cambiaron de opinión y pasé la mayor parte del tiempo atada con una cadena en el exterior. Ahora me encantaría un hogar donde pueda ser parte de una familia. ¿Qué opinas?

25/07/2024

Had my fix #❤️

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01/05/2024

'𝐃𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐃𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐥𝐮𝐟𝐟 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐭𝐮𝐟𝐟'

Reactive dogs have a right to walks too!

Being a reactive dog owner or handler can be a tricky business. At Gables we use positive methods and training to help our reactive dogs when on walks. We also chose to walk in the quietest places and quiet times where possible, but this doesn't eliminate the chance of encountering people or dogs.

Reactive dogs need space. These dogs have often suffered trauma in their past. They aren't bad dogs or problem dogs. They are dogs who have suffered at the hands of humans in many cases.

If you see a dog on a short lead, wearing a muzzle or with a handler who is trying to keep their dog distracted or trying to move away, please give them time, respect and space. We can all enjoy public spaces if we are kind and respectful to each other.

We'd really appreciate if you shared this post with your friends. Thank you.

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20/04/2024

Please Totnes friends and acquaintances
Our daughter and partner and little boy need to move asap.

Anyone who knows of any places to rent please get in touch . They are a lovely local family in need of a new home.

Someone must know of something out there ??
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19/02/2024

I recommend this course by Sophie Bell

19/02/2024

07/02/2024

💃🏼 ZUMBA IS BACK!!!! TOTNES WEDNESDAY 6.30PM💃🏼

🙏🏼 I hope you all enjoyed last week it was so lush to meet you all!

❤️ We are back this week same time, same place!

🙋🏻‍♀️ Whose coming???

🚺 All abilities welcome - I break down routines to help you learn them!

⛪️ Totnes Methodist Church Hall 💋

07/02/2024

When the dogs you grow to know grow old . Such an honour to love and care for this gorgeous boy every few months . Still looking so dapper... thank you for the trust ❤️

27/01/2024

27/01/2024

Oh my , that face ❤️

27/01/2024

Aaawww Big Teddy Bear

27/01/2024

Flutter your eyelashes ❤️❤️❤️