Name: Cooper
Age: 1 year
Sex: Male
Breed: Jack Russell Terrier/Poodle
Ref number: 11
Personality:
Our gorgeous Cooper has had quite the journey since his arrival at the Ark but now he’s feeling confident enough to search for his forever home! Cooper has been with us for some time as everything was very overwhelming and scary for him when he first arrived in our care. He is gradually showing us his fun, cheeky side as his confidence continues to grow each day and we are looking for a dedicated and patient home who will be willing to listen and work with the team in helping Cooper settle and continue to build on the progress he’s made so far.
Behaviour:
Cooper came from a multi dog household and likely has not experienced much in the way of human interaction or the outside world. Upon Cooper’s arrival at the Ark he was very worried by both the environment and people. Slowly he has managed to build good relationships with staff here at the centre though he can still flinch and freeze around handling. He is beginning to show an interest in contact with people and occasionally will enjoy a very short fuss, new adopters need to be understanding and willing to provide him space and the opportunity to engage in these moments at his own pace.
Cooper enjoys spending time with other dogs and can get a little confidence boost form spending time with them. His play can get a little over the top at times but can be managed, so whilst we are looking for Cooper to be an only pet he would massively benefit from having dog friends to join out on his walks!
Out on walks Cooper is still very much finding his feet. He is a very brave boy and takes a lot of things in his stride but his exposure to the outside and new experiences will need to be done gradually and carefully. Despite his start in life Cooper has amazed us with his resilience and willingness to experience the world, we know that with patience and time he is going to make a wonderful addition to his new home!
Housing:
Cannot be rehomed to the PO1 area. Cooper will need access to a private and secure garden to explore. He will also benefit from a space where he can go to be undisturbed and potential adopters should be prepared to corner spaces off with the use of stair gates. We feel that Cooper will benefit from a quieter, adult only household with 1-2 members and limited visitors.
Children/pets:
Cooper is looking for an adult only home. Please note, applications with visiting or resident children will not be processed. Cooper will also need a home without other animals but would benefit from dog friends to meet up with outside the home, especially when he first starts exploring.
Vet history:
Cooper is up to date with flea, worming and vaccinations. He has no current ongoing medical conditions. Cooper is currently on a course of on-going behaviour medication which will need to continue as he settles in.
Additional information:
All rented and leasehold properties will require written consent from the property owner or agent. This needs to be in place before completing an application form. If your application is successful, staff will request a copy.
We reserve the right to remove a reserve at any stage of the adoption process if we believe it is in the best interest of the dog.
Adopters should consider that previous medical conditions will now not be covered by insurance. Adopters are responsible for the on-going medical costs once the animal has been adopted.
Due to the high number of applications we receive daily, regrettably we will only be able to contact the successful applicant.
Please note you have to be 18+ to apply for an animal.
