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Meet Merlin, currently residing in Worcester
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Mixed Breed1 year
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Description
Merlin, formally known as Loki is approximately 1 Year old 11 months old and is a Medium Male around 19KG believed to potentially be a collie mix. He is not neutered, this will need to be looked into once he is settled and ready. He is however vaccinated and has no known health issues.
Merlin moved to his current adoption home in June 2025, unfortunately after 9 months they have made the decision to surrender him due to guarding and possesive behaviours within the home which resulted in a bite. They no longer feel they are able to work with him.
They have said the following:
Merlin currently lives with another small dog aged nine. He is an energetic and intelligent little dog with a big personality who enjoys being involved in daily life with his people. Merlin is affectionate with those he bonds with and enjoys learning, playing and staying mentally stimulated.
He is a bright dog who enjoys training and puzzle-style enrichment. He particularly likes treat toys such as puzzle feeders and treat balls and is very enthusiastic about learning new tricks. He already knows several cues including sit, down, paw, wait, spin and up, and he enjoys engaging with people through training sessions. He also enjoys playing with other dogs and tends to be very social when out on walks, often wanting to greet both dogs and people. When playing with the dog he currently lives with he can sometimes be a little rough simply due to his enthusiasm, but overall he enjoys canine company and play.
Merlin is very excitable when visitors come into the home and will usually greet people with a lot of enthusiasm and energy. He thrives when he has enough physical activity and mental stimulation and can become bored if he does not have appropriate outlets for his energy and curiosity. Providing regular exercise, enrichment and training helps him stay settled and engaged.
He is comfortable wearing a collar, harness and lead. On walks he can pull on the lead, although this has improved with the use of a front-clip harness which helps him walk more calmly. His recall is currently still a work in progress and he is not yet reliable off lead. When out walking he generally shows a friendly interest in other dogs and people, although he can become very excitable during greetings.
He has not shown a particular interest in cats when seeing them outside.
Merlin sleeps well overnight in his bed in the bedroom and settles without issue during the night. During the week he and the other dog in the household are usually left alone together for around four to five hours and he generally manages this time well. He does not show escape behaviours in the home. However, if he gains access to items he should not have, such as socks, slippers, headphones or TV remotes, he will chew them. Managing the environment and keeping tempting items out of reach has been important in preventing this behaviour.
Toilet training is still an area that needs continued work. Merlin can go long periods doing well but may occasionally slip back into accidents indoors without clear warning. Consistent routines and reinforcement when he asks to go outside are important to help him maintain good habits.
Merlin can be anxious in certain situations. He is often nervous around heavy traffic and can become frightened during fireworks or thunder. Car travel is also difficult for him as he becomes anxious and frequently becomes sick during journeys.
Merlin has shown resource guarding behaviour, particularly when he picks up items he should not have such as socks, slippers, TV remotes or objects taken from the recycling bin. When he has these items he may guard them and become defensive if someone tries to remove them directly. Training work has focused on distraction techniques, offering treats and praise to encourage him to release items voluntarily.
He can also show possessive behaviour toward his primary person when another person is present in the home. This behaviour has sometimes appeared around shared spaces such as the bed or during moments of physical affection between people, such as hugging or saying goodbye. There have been incidents where he has reacted aggressively in these situations.
There have been bite incidents within the home involving both owners, including an incident on 17 February where he bit his owner and broke the skin. These incidents have occurred during periods of possessive or defensive behaviour and have been part of a pattern that has developed over the past few months despite attempts to manage and work through the behaviour with training strategies.
Because of these behaviours, Merlin would benefit from a home with someone experienced, patient and committed to continuing behavioural work. He would thrive with an owner who can provide structure, consistent boundaries and plenty of mental and physical enrichment to keep him engaged. While he currently lives with another dog and enjoys canine company, he does not necessarily require another dog in the home.
Merlin has not lived with children and has not had experience around them, so a calm adult home would likely be the most suitable environment for him. An owner who understands resource guarding and who is willing to manage the environment carefully and continue positive training would help him feel more secure and successful.
Merlin is a bright, playful dog who enjoys interaction, learning and companionship. With the right environment, clear routine and experienced guidance, he has the potential to thrive in a home that can channel his intelligence and enthusiasm in positive ways while helping him feel safe and settled.
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Litter details
LocationEvesham, Worcestershire
BreedMixed Breed
Age1 year, 11 months
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Health & Docs
Microchipped by collection dateVaccinations up to dateWorm and flea treatedHealth Checked by a vetKC registered by collection
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