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xxlynne · Last edited by xxlynne on Sat Oct 17, 2009 10:29 pm; edited 8 times in total

3.7.09. Gillie is up for rehoming again. Here is his new description. His thread below explains his journey so far within our rescue. Gillie comes into our kennels 7th July but currently with his family in Folkestone Kent.

Gillie is a 7 yrs old Lakeland Terrier, Pedigree KC registered from show lines. Oh how smart he is, in looks and intelligence. Delightful terrier nature, generally good with people and dogs. He moved homes at the end of March to share his life with another Lakie and it has been a successful homing. However, sadly Gillie has a hyperside to his make-up, 'highly strung'. If you've owned a Lakie you'll be aware when the adrenaline flows, they can get 'trapped' in the moment. Gillie is excitable and certain situations leave him difficult to manage e.g. visitors; passersby and thunder storms to name a few. These situations can lead to barking and if he gets very stressed i.e. fireworks he needs a planned strategy, restraint or sedation as he can bite 'inadvertently'.

Gillie needs a terrier family who can adore his cheekiness whilst managing the more quirky side to his nature. He needs time to settle and awareness so he isn't judged too harshly during this settling period. Gillie and his owner will need time to negotiate new routines and relate to each others expectations. An understanding that you manage a terrier , not that you train their innate nature out of them. Gillie would welcome living with another dog, particularly if they have a calming influence on his energies...so perhaps not another terrier. Gillie will need to have respectful visiting children but not to live with children or cats. Gillie has been neutered, vax'd, chipped. Gillie think 'Gielgud' an actor of genius, of dramatic persuasion who needs to be kept in touch with reality using calm, firm and reassuring owner. Lovely Lovely Gillie, rejoice in the many good times but be there for him to guide him and protect him from his own 'nature' when caught up in the moment.

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xxlynne · Posted: Thu Mar 26, 2009 5:59 pm Post subject:

Gillie was met yesterday by Princess Annie

She loved Prince Gillie and they are going away for a holiday together tomorrow to see if their fate is sealed.
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xxlynne · Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 8:42 pm Post subject:

Gillie has moved in with Annie..as a FVH..

Dee · Posted: Tue Mar 31, 2009 10:37 pm Post subject:

Aw such a beautiful sight.

Thank you guys for sharing that with us.

What a wonderful life these dogs have in front of them and the very best bit is they have no idea of just how wonderful it is going to be!!! Laughing

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xxlynne · Posted: Wed Apr 22, 2009 9:10 am Post subject:

Gillie has begun to settle very well with us. After a second night of thunder and uncontrollable behaviour from Gillie, he suddenly started to come out of his shell and show his very playful side. His tendency to bite first and ask questions second has also all but disappeared, which has made handling him much easier and far more pleasant. We think Gillie has finally begun to accept us and his new home. Gillie seems to enjoy the longer walks he takes with Annie and me, and positively trots along at a fair rate – especially when he senses we are on our way home!! In the garden Annie is still trying to assert her authority, and constantly tries to “nip” Gillie. He is extremely tolerant, but every now and again puts her in her place! We have found putting a long training lead on Annie means we can very quickly get hold of her to correct her behaviour, and also try and stop her very annoying barking! If all else fails we put a muzzle on Annie for peace and quiet! She obviously hates that, but slowly is beginning to realise she can’t make so much noise all the time! Inside the house we have begun to settle into a very comfortable routine with the two dogs. Thankfully they both like travelling in the car and have accepted our very unusual routine when visiting auctions houses, artists etc up and down the country! Jonathan is absolutely delighted with Gillie, and keeps muttering about “how much more fun two dogs are”, and “aren’t we lucky to have two such super dogs”!!

Once again, we can’t thank you enough for all your help and support. It is extremely comforting to know you are there should the need arise for advice or a second opinion. And thank you again for your assistance with all this paperwork!

With kind regards

Yours sincerely

Jonathan and Alison (Riley)
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xxlynne · Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 4:23 pm Post subject:

Gillie lost control in a thunder storm last night and inadvertently bit his owner whilst grabbing curtains. This together with issues they have had in stopping him barking at people walking in the playground at the bottom of their garden has sadly meant Gillie needs to come back into our care and seek a new forever home. Gillie arrives into kennels on the 7th July.
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xxlynne · Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2009 8:56 pm Post subject:

Gillie came into our kennels at Gatwick today
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xxlynne · Posted: Sun Jul 12, 2009 9:53 pm Post subject:

Well poor Gillie didn't do well in kennels and so we pushed the boat out to get him out. Lyn has very kindly placed him with her pack and the pleasure is all hers.. he is the dog of her dreams

His paws were very sore coming out of kennels and he lost a lot of weight so a short pleasant walk in Marble Hill Park and then he came to meet Ted's new owners who VERY NEARLY offered Gillie a home as well! As you can see he made himself at home

Now settling in with his 7 westie friends and Chleo and Jay in Lyn's pad in Leics.
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Sharonr - Admin · Site Admin Joined: 05 Feb 2008 Posts: 2609

Gorgeous photos - that sunbed was made for him Very Happy

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xxlynne · Posted: Mon Jul 13, 2009 2:49 pm Post subject:

Gillie is doing just fine. He is a little flat in mood and fine with the dogs but happy to be just left thanks..loves the sun! He will soon pick up just been such a shock for him..and so pleased to be out of kennels and enjoy cuddles and fun activities

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