Posted: Fri May 01, 2009 7:44 pm Post subject: Stanley Lakeland Terrierx DOB 02.05 Aldershot
Homing Requirements: Stanley needs a terrier experienced home to negotiate routine; share companionship and enjoy walks. Stanley would suit an adult family without children. Stanley is not for cats/ small furries. Proven in a multi dog household but in the right hands could be an only dog.
His Story: Stanley was a spoilt only dog with an elderly couple. He has spent too long in kennels, awaiting the right home. Neutered, chipped and vax'd.
Advert: Stanley is a 5 year Lakeland terrierx with a loving nature, a real lap dog. He loves to watch you going about your business; hey look around, and he is tucked up in his bed... or sunning himself in the garden. He misses his owner when they leave but after settlement proving given 'free range' and not shut into a kitchen, he'll be asleep on the sofa when you return. Stanley needs to be integral "on the furniture and next to your bed". You do need to remember to 'let sleeping dogs lie' as he can get startled. Stanley is not for cats/ small furries. He has a non-moult coat which needs grooming every 4 months.
Stanley is a dynamic terrier; appreciative of loving kindness and accepts negotiated rules. Stanley can mix well with dogs if in confident hands. He has been successfully fostered alongside other dogs. In the right pack, he is the respectful of companion dogs. He can try it on but what terrier doesn't. He walks beautifully on the lead. Stanley needs a home that 'gets' and enjoys his terrier nature! He has been rejected for this sadly. Stanley is a super terrier, such a tender soul. The key is his settling to receptive routine and reassuring Stanley that all will be well: No need to control proceedings..everything is in hand...sit back and enjoy!
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Stanley's thread below: Watch his progress through our Rescue
Referral Details from other rescue: Stanley came into us today from Essex (we had his younger sister in). Lovely chap, he has done really well in kennels and although a little nervous to meet, he let me put on his leash and away we went. We shared a lovely walk with Pooch a Staffie. Here is Stanley...
Stanley was living with an elderly couple who found him too much. He is neutered and vax'd. He meets most dogs really well and walks so nicely with them. _________________ You can't train the terrier out of a terrier..they are their own persons!
Stanley as down in the dumps today. We took him out on a social walk with Jay and Chleo and his spirits soon lifted. Lovely Terrier. _________________ You can't train the terrier out of a terrier..they are their own persons!
Stanley seemed brighter yesterday. Lovely walk through the woods and on the common. Flea treated and cuddles galore. Sweet love. _________________ You can't train the terrier out of a terrier..they are their own persons!
Stanley is now at the Farnham kennels. He is settling in well, with his familiar things and some new bits and pieces to play with. All the girls at the kennels came over and said hello so he is getting lots of attention.
He has gone into Jaspa's old kennel, where it is slighly quieter but he can see other dogs and general comings and goings. He was happily playing with his Kong when I left and I will take him out tomorrow.
Stanley is slowly finding his feet. He is eating well and slept all night. He was a little nervous when he was let out for a run this morning but Dilly walked around with him to start with and then he was happy to explore himself. Dilly is spending some extra time with him at the moment.
We had a short walk out this afternoon and because he is still slightly unsure of things, he was on his very best behaviour.
All in all, a lovely little man and I am looking forward to getting to know him better.
Stanley still hasn't totally settled and is still being very submissive. I am going to keep a very close eye on him over the next few days as I think he might have been a little hot today and his eye was slightly gungky - I am just hoping it is not the first signs of kennel cough
The good news is that he is still eating well and is starting to enjoy his walks. Just occassionally I get a glimpse of the cheeky little monkey I know is in there He has already sussed out that when we get back, there has to be a nice sit and then something good to play with and treats come out of the box in the kitchen. He also knows that they are only delivered once we get back to his kennel.
Out on our walks he is still not completely sure of himself and sticks very close by. If I call him he immediately rolls over and shows me his tummy. He has meet a couple of other dogs out on our walks and done very well.
I just hope he settles soon as I know there is a cheecky chappy in there - Janet is going to take him out on day next week, which I am sure will do him no end of good
I had the real pleasure of taking Stanley out for a while today. He was a bit subdued and nervous to start with but that didn't last for long. He's very affectionate and loves being cuddled, squeezed, stroked and tickled. I think I spent a bit too much time doing this! He was very easy to walk on the lead and he stayed close by most of the time.
We had lunch in the car and he did get very excited when we saw another dog getting out of a car next to us. We saw a few other dogs on the common but didn't actually meet any face to face. We saw 2 rabbits and loads of birds and he took no notice at all.
I chatted with an elderly gentleman for a while and Stanley was happy to sit and wait until we'd finished. This dog has manners!
I think Stanley seemed to become more confident the more we walked. It won't be long before that cheeky terrier comes out.
It broke my heart when he kept standing at the kennel gate every time I went to leave
After only knowing him for a few hours it's obvious to me that this little guy has so many good points - I have no doubt that some lucky people will find him soon.
Stanley clearly had a wonderful time out with Janet yesterday and was slightly disappointed with the drop in standard of service today - 'what do you mean, just a walk in the woods Granted you brought two little playmates along and I do love children, but please, where is lunch where is my afternoon stroll and trip in the car '
He really does have the most expressive little face and his eyes definitely talk to you. As I begin to get to know him, I can see that he has a quiet but steely determination - as he wanted to do some more today, he kept disappearing down to the gate and he tried sitting beautifully at it, he tried holding up his paw and he tried tilting his head beguilingly
He definitely does not like being shut in - if the door to his 'bedroom' is closed he destroys his bed, up turns his water bowl and has been sick. He has moved kennel again so the door can be left open but the rain cannot blow in. He is very sensible and happy to put himself to bed at night and go in, out of the rain. It does seem he is happy to potter about alone, but cannot deal with a shut door!
I can also see a trait in him similar to something I had to deal with in my own dog. Unless he has 100% confidence in his handler, he will reluctantly assume the role of leader. It is a responsibility he does not want or like but feels the need to take it on. Once he has taken on this role, he is unhappy and his behavior spirals downwards Having been through it with my own dog (although it was hard to accept that that was the problem at first ) I know that it is something that can so easily be overcome and can make a massive difference. I just know that the right person can do it for Stanley too
While we wait for that person, he will continue to have fun times out with Janet and walks with me (and both Janet and I will continue to fall deeper and deeper for him )
For the first time today I felt like Stan the Man has settled and is feeling happier about the world generally
He is still 'subdued' but nowhere near as much. He is such fun to spend time with and to watch. After our walk today I was talking to Dilly as she did Stanley's kennel and he pushed the gate open and spent ages just trotting about between the two paddocks. He kept reappearing and sitting beautifully at my feet - I would like to think it was me but I actually know he was after more liver cake
Such a lovely, lovely boy who just needs to take his confidence from his handler.
Stan the Man was definitely a different dog from the one I took out last week. He was much more confident, interested in everything going on around him and he even pulled on the lead - just a bit. He also had quite few admirers today and enjoyed being made a fuss of. I love spending time with him - he's got such a lot to give.
I had trouble taking photos of Stan the Man today as he wouldn't keep still for long enough. I don't know how I managed to catch him winking! Lovely boy.
Stanley has been on such good form this week, I was suprised to find him a little subdued this morning. He enjoyed his walk out with Julia earlier in the week and behaved very well. If she invaded his space too much he had a little grumble but that was it.
This morning he was very sluggish and at one point was dragging his feet behind me. We diverted out of the woods and onto a road in the sun and he perked up a little (perhaps he is terrier x repile and needs the warmth of the sun to get him going on these colder mornings )
I couldn't see any visable signs that there was anything wrong, so hopefully he will return to his old self
The picture I hesitated taking, but sums up a lot of our walk together!
Handsome dog you!
Stanley had a lovely walk this afteroon He, like Tia, ate a lot of grass, had a lot of smells, hardly any wees and didn't pull at all. We didn't meet any dogs. A really pleasant autumn afternoon at a leisurely pace. _________________ You can't train the terrier out of a terrier..they are their own persons!
Thankfully Stanley has cheered up. Yesterday he was all waggy tail as we set off and he used his special delaying tactics on the way back
He went out with Tia today and they both rubbed along very well - neither seem particularly big 'players' and are happy to do their own thing. On the way back through the kitchen he had to remind me that we hadn't stopped at 'the box' and he hadn't chosen a toy and treat - silly me
We walked the lovely Stanley today, first of all with Tia and then we took him in the car to a common nearby. He seems to enjoy riding in the car and he's no trouble at all. My mum walked him most of the time and she said he's about the easiest dog she's ever walked. He didn't pull on the lead and he trotted along quite happily next to her. We thought he seemed a bit fed up to start with but he perked up especially after having some liver cake - his little tail didn't stop wagging He made friends with a couple of dogs on the common and shared treats with them. He's an affectionate little dog, likes people and likes being made a big fuss of. On the way back, he curled up in a little ball on mum's lap and looked so sweet
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Stanley still hasn't totally settled and is still being very submissive. I am going to keep a very close eye on him over the next few days as I think he might have been a little hot today and his eye was slightly gungky - I am just hoping it is not the first signs of kennel cough 
He has already sussed out that when we get back, there has to be a nice sit and then something good to play with and treats come out of the box in the kitchen. He also knows that they are only delivered once we get back to his kennel.
He was very easy to walk on the lead and he stayed close by most of the time.
Granted you brought two little playmates along and I do love children, but please, where is lunch 
where is my afternoon stroll and trip in the car '
Stanley has been on such good form this week, I was suprised to find him a little subdued this morning. He enjoyed his walk out with Julia earlier in the week and behaved very well. If she invaded his space too much he had a little grumble but that was it.
He made friends with a couple of dogs on the common and shared treats with them. He's an affectionate little dog, likes people and likes being made a big fuss of. On the way back, he curled up in a little ball on mum's lap and looked so sweet 
