Merlin

Merlin can live with children 13+. He could potentially live with another well-matched dog, but no cats or small animals.

Merlin is a lovely, friendly boy who will need an active family to keep up with him!

He’s a strong lad with a tendency to pull on the lead, especially at the start of a walk. He will benefit from a handler who can help to calm him when he gets a little excited!

Merlin loves being around people and this can sometimes translate to him being a little clingy and needy. His owners will need to be around a lot of the time, especially in the early days, to help him settle.

Merlin has recently begun to display some reactivity towards other dogs whilst in the shelter, but shows much calmer behaviour when off-site. We believe this is likely due to the frustration of the kennel environment, although any potential rehomers should be aware this behaviour may persist once in the home and may need worked on. He would benefit from experienced owners who are confident in managing his interactions around other dogs.

Merlin is looking for a home that are capable of handling his goofy and sometimes boisterous behaviour and also happy to give him the calm, close contact that he needs for reassurance. He has a lot of love to give and deserves to find a forever family who will love him just as much in return!

Medical

Merlin has required treatment for crystals in his urine. Whilst now resolved and currently managed with a certain diet, any potential rehomers should be aware that this will be classed as a pre-existing condition and won’t be covered by pet insurance. The rehoming team will discuss Merlin’s veterinary history in further detail with any successful applicants.