If you regularly view our Facebook and Blog pages you might be wondering more about the huge German Shepherd thats seen around with the Day Stay & Petsitting dogs. So, meet Blue, a 6 and half year old long haired German Shepherd. He weighs in at just under 49kg (7.5 stone!) so he's definitely a big fur ball!
In summer 2008 we found Blue at the RSPCA shelter in Radcliffe, Nottingham. It was love at first sight and before we knew it he was traveling back to Lincoln with us to start his new life in our home. Large breeds like Blue usually require a strong and experienced handler. It is for this reason that many larger breeds find it more difficult to find a permanent new home. Many families rule them out straight away purely because of their size. I beg people to reconsider!
Blue's age and breed might have prevented some families from giving him a chance, but for me his personality shined through. His beautiful temperament, gentle nature and playful side ticked all the boxes and we almost couldn't believe how easily we had found the perfect dog for us.
In Blue's year and half in Lincoln he's achieved an awful lot. He's captured the hearts of everyone around him and we even had to make him his own facebook page so my mother could keep up to date with his photos!
Being in Kennels caused Blue to suffer from separation anxiety when left in a room on his own, with time and patience Blue has managed to put this behind him and although he still has the occasional whine here and there, he is now much calmer.
Now, Blue has happily welcomed other dogs into his home, he shares his toys, his bed and his treats!
He's also helped in the socialisation of puppies and dogs on Day Stay and has formed some strong bonds with them. He's learnt how to play fight and tug with the other dogs and taught some of the dogs a few things about retrieving, which is his favourite game.
He even caught the eye of Gok Wan whilst he was filming for 'fashion fix' in lincoln...
Gok Wan approached Blue and requested his photo be taken with such a beautiful dog!
Blue also helped band 'Deaf Havana' record their music video "friends like these" and had a brilliant day playing in the sea! Watch Blue in action below, but turn your volume down if rock music isn't to your taste! In the video Blue can be seen sitting on the stage, running into the sea and playing on the beach!
So, if your thinking of sending your dog on Day Stay or for In Home Petsitting, your dog will get to interact and play with Blue.
If you're unsure about anything we're always happy to arrange a walk to meet Blue on neutral territory, as an open & spacious environment is always a good place for dogs to first meet. We're always happy to welcome new comers to our Day Stay team so please get in touch if you're interested!
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