15/04/18 – Notley has gone to his new home. Have fun, Notley!
Notley is a very appealing 8 year old Collie cross who came into the Oldies Club dog rescue after he was inexplicably handed in to the local authorities and his time there had ran out. He’s been an all round star at his foster home in Crawley, West Sussex where he’s waiting for someone to offer him a permanent home.
A relaxed boy in foster: Notley settled in to his foster home after only two nights. He’s a really easy-going, affectionate chap.
Can be left for a few hours: Once he’s sure you’re coming back, Notley is content in his own company. He should be OK living with a full time worker as long as he has a walk or garden break at lunchtime. His foster carer has had to work a couple of long days and when she popped in to check on him, he was snoring away happily!
Good with dogs: Notley always has a relaxed, waggy tail when meeting other dogs and is constantly ready to play. He’d probably enjoy living with a similarly cheerful dog!
Unknown with cats: Notley hasn’t been properly introduced to any cats since being in foster but when he’s walked passed them on the lead, he hasn’t been interested in them. With careful introductions and a confident cat, he could possibly share his home with one.
Great with children: Notley has met children nicely at the local park. He was calm when a small group of 5-6 year olds came over and asked to stroke him. He wagged his tail and was happy to oblige. He should be fine to live with children from quite small upwards. More people to play with and be fussed by!
Loves his walks: On week days, Notley currently has two half hour walks, morning and evening, plus a shorter one at lunchtime. At weekends he has longer ones. He will gladly walk as far as you like! He’s a real pleasure to take out, walking nicely on the lead. He’s OK on a normal lead but is even better in a Halti, when he’ll walk beautifully to heel for miles! He’s only been off lead in the garden but his recall is good. His ball fetching skills are exemplary!
Loves car rides: Notley will joyfully jump in the back of the car then gaze out of the window the whole time he’s inside. You don’t even have to go anywhere exciting. He just loves the journey!
Notley’s favourite pastimes (this could take a long time): Notley loves a cuddle and especially likes to curl up behind you on the sofa. He loves to be close. At night time, the closer the better! He’ll be happy sleeping on the landing upstairs but even happier on your bed.
Notley also loves to play. He loves a tennis ball… a squeaky tennis ball is even better – his inner puppy comes out! He really enjoys playing catch and will even be absorbed in delight if you go upstairs and roll the ball down to him. What a good game!
He appreciates soft toys too. They don’t last long but he gets so much out of them… literally. For a fuss he likes to put his head in between your knees and just wait to receive the love he knows is due. He will always let you know when he wants a fuss!
Notley’s dislike: The Vets. So far, that’s the only thing that’s troubled him. He’ll sit as near to the door as possible with his tail between his legs. He’s still a good, biddable boy… just really keen to get out of there!
Notley’s perfect home: Notley would suit most homes, since he loves most things in life! As long as he has plenty of company, cuddles and play time, his life will be complete.
Health notes: Notley is neutered, vaccinated, microchipped and flea/worm treated. He has three fatty lumps but the vet isn’t at all concerned about them.
Notley’s foster carer said: “He’s loving, loyal, relaxed and playful! He’s been an absolute pleasure to have in our home. This cheeky chappy is always happy to see you, likes a cuddle and is sensitive to your mood. He always puts a smile on your face!
He absolutely loves to play with a ball. He likes to be close to you and is happy to lay down next to you in the evening. He seems to prefer a fleece blanket to a bed and he loves a rawhide chew! He will occasionally jump up but if you say down, he will respond as he’s very gentle. He will make a fantastic family dog for anyone.”
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If you would like to offer Notley a permanent home, please read our Adoption Procedures for information about the adoption process. You can then contact an Oldies Club rehoming co-ordinator as follows:
Email: rehome@oldies.org.uk
Telephone: 0844 586 8656
Notley can be rehomed anywhere on the UK mainland, subject to a satisfactory home visit, but note that you will be required to travel to the foster home to meet him.
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If you would love to offer a home to an oldie but your circumstances aren’t suitable, perhaps you would be kind enough to sponsor one of the special oldies we are caring for that, due to health problems, are unlikely to be offered a permanent home.