Description
Meet Rocky, our beautiful Black and tan Cocker Spaniel, born on 01/01/2021. Rocky has been a much-loved member of the family since puppyhood, but following a recent divorce, I am sadly no longer able to give him the time and support he truly deserves.
About Rocky:
• Age: Just over 4 1/2 years old
• Health: Up to date with all vaccinations; full medical history available and in good order
• Temperament: Generally a very sweet, affectionate dog who loves attention, walks, and following his nose!
Important to know:
• Rocky has not been castrated. While he gets along fine with the majority of other dogs, there are occasional barking stand-offs when he meets some males he doesn’t get on with.
• True to his breed, he keeps his nose to the ground and likes to pick things up from the street (including chicken bones etc.). To keep him safe, we use a muzzle or mouth-covering harness when walking.
• Rocky does have some resource guarding issues: if he picks something up that he shouldn’t, he doesn’t like having it removed by hand and has bitten before in that situation.
• He would really benefit from an experienced new owner who has the time, patience, and budget to invest in training to help him overcome these habits.
Ideal home:
Someone familiar with spaniels or resource guarding issues, who can provide consistent training, a secure environment, and plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. A home without young children would be best, given his guarding tendency.
Rocky truly is a loving companion with lots of character and affection to give; he just needs the right guidance to help him thrive.
If you feel you can offer Rocky the loving, structured home he deserves, please get in touch. I’m happy to discuss his personality and needs further, and I can share photos, videos, and full vet history.