Abi
CURRENTLY IN FOSTER - AWAITING SURGERY
About me
- Can I live with other dogs? Potentially - During her time at the sanctuary, Abi enjoyed being with Ruby, a Spaniel belonging to one of our staff members. They frequently went for walks together and spent time off lead in our secure paddocks. For those who are selected as potential adopters, a meet and greet at our site with their dog and Abi will be necessary. Abi has a particular fondness for her toys and may occasionally have minor disagreements with other dogs over them. However, there's no need to worry, these interactions are simply part of normal dog communication. Adopters should keep this in mind, especially if their own dog is also a toy enthusiast! We've observed her playing with toys alongside Ruby, which highlights this behaviour.
- Can I live with teenagers? Yes
- Can I live with young children? No - 10+ - Given our limited understanding of Abi's previous home environment and her energetic, staffy nature, it would be most suitable to rehome her in a household with older children only.
- Do I have any medical issues? Potentially - When Abi first arrived, she had an issue with one of her back legs, which made it difficult for her to bear weight and caused her discomfort. The leg was very lame and often dragged behind her. She has been thoroughly examined by three different vets, and her most recent appointment included an X-ray that suggested the possibility of arthritis in that area. There is also a chance that she may be developing a CCL (cranial cruciate ligament) issue. While the vet cannot provide a definitive diagnosis at this time, they have indicated that surgery is now definitely required. This will be taking place on the 12th June 2026. Although the leg has shown significant improvement since she first came to us, something still doesn’t seem quite right, which is why we are looking into it further. At this point, there are still uncertainties regarding Abi's medical needs, as they will depend on the healing process after surgery and the findings from the vets. We are more than willing to discuss her situation in greater detail with anyone interested in fostering or adopting her. Abi has been spayed while in our care and is currently up to date with her vaccinations, as well as flea and worming treatments. Her next booster vaccination is due on the 24th April 2027.
- Can I live with cats? No - We have no information on whether Abi has ever lived with a cat before, therefore, a cat free home is preferred.
- Am I good on the lead? Yes - Abi excels at walking on a loose lead and consistently checks in with her handlers.
- What was the reason for my surrender? Abi's previous owners were unable to afford the potential veterinary costs if her rear leg issue required surgery, leading them to request that their vet euthanise her. However, the vet, who is part of our panel, was unwilling to proceed with that. They then reached out to us for assistance.
- What am I like when I travel in a vehicle? Abi travels very well without issue, inside of a crate in a van type vehicle & in the back of a car, secured into a doggy harness.
- Do I have any fears? Not that we know of!
Abi is a true ray of sunshine and the happiest staffy we’ve ever encountered! She radiates joy and is excited to greet everyone she meets. When she first arrived, she was quite shy and confused, but it didn’t take long for her to realise that our sanctuary is a joyful place. Now completely settled into foster, she is loving life! This sweet girl thrives on human interaction and, in our view, cherishes cuddles above all else! She truly is a cuddle monster who deserves the comforts of a loving home!
The below write up is from her current foster parents 🙂
“Abi is a true tonic. She is full of energy and love and enjoys plays and cuddles equally. She settled into our home, and made it her own as soon as she arrived. Her first night, she stayed alone on the sofa without any hesitation. We did keep an eye on her through the camera, but she slept soundly all night, as she has every night since.
Abi is fantastic on the lead, she is steady and confident. She stays calmly still to have her harness on, and goes to it when she knows it’s walk time. We have tried her on a long lead, 25m, but not too often, due to her leg. Gareth (partner) has trained her with a clicker, and she comes running each time she hears it. She has also learned to sit, paw, lay down and roll over. Though we do have some trouble with beg as she is unable to steady herself due to her muscles!!
When playing, Abi is rather boisterous, and is very strong. She can be quite overpowering, so I don’t believe she would be suitable for young or delicate children. She does it playfully, never with aggression. When not playing, Abi wants nothing more than cuddles on the sofa, and she is the most affectionate little girl.
Abi absolutely loves her food. She is on a mix of dry and wet, and thoroughly enjoys natural treats.
She is very calm around other dogs and people, and doesn’t seem phased by them. Although, there was an instance of altercatation between her and another female who was in season. It didn’t become physical, but I believe if they weren’t on leads, it could have. Abi is also surprisingly a very quiet dog. We didn’t hear her bark for the first few weeks, and since, there has only been a couple of times, and for no obvious reason.
All in all, Abi is an absolute darling of a girl.
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