Rooktail has originally come to us from a breeder in search of a fresh start. She was adopted for a short period of time, but was unfortunately returned to us as she was having trouble settling in her new home. However, since she has been returned, she has gone back into her foster home and has settled in wonderfully, and seems to have grown so much in confidence.

When she first arrived at the rescue, she was very nervous and unsure in her new surroundings, often preferring the comfort and safety of her kennel friends and keeping her distance from people. Since then, Rooktail has made some lovely progress and has really begun to build her confidence and trust. She has learned that people can be kind and reassuring and is now much more comfortable accepting affection and taking treats from the hand.

Rooktail has continued to flourish in her foster home environment. She has shown what a sweet, funny and cheeky little character she is and has fitted happily into a household with other dogs. She absolutely loves her food and treats and is very happy to take them from your hand. She also enjoys spending time in the garden, where she can have a good explore, roll around on her back and show her playful side.

One of the biggest steps forward for Rooktail recently, has been discovering how much she loves going for walks. She had never walked on the lead very well before her adoption, but she is now walking very well and seems to really enjoy getting out and about. She takes great comfort from walking alongside other dogs and particularly enjoys the company of a nervous Shih-Tzu, showing just how much she values having a canine companion by her side.

Rooktail is a lovely, affectionate girl who can be picked up and handled and enjoys having a cuddle. She has also met older, children with no issues and we would consider homing her with, older dog-savvy children who are sensible. She has passed cats fine in her foster home, so she could potentially be homed with a dog-savvy resident dog.

Rooktail continues to take great comfort from other dogs and will need to be homed with a calm, confident resident dog who can help guide her and provide reassurance as she settles into her new home. She would love a family who will include her in their adventures and give her the chance to continue enjoying her walks and discovering everything life has to offer.

Rooktail has a luxating patella, which isn’t causing her any discomfort at present and may improve with gentle exercise, but her adopters will need to monitor this ongoing. This is a pre-existing condition and won’t be covered by insurance. She has also had three teeth removed at the time of her spay and has been treated for an ear infection.

Rooktail is such a gentle, sweet and funny little lady who has come a long way since first arriving with us. She is already showing that, with patience, kindness and the security of a canine companion, she can really blossom. We would love to see Rooktail find a loving forever home where she can continue to grow in confidence and enjoy being the happy and affectionate companion she is becoming.

Rooktail has been given the Gift of Life by Lisa Williams

Can live with other dogs

This dog can be homed with a resident dog.

Cat friendly

This dog can be homed with cats.