Dylan : Ready for adoption

Introducing Dylan

Please do read all the following information fully ,if you do not meet Dylan’s criteria ,do not apply thank you

Dylan is located in Hampshire Post Code area PO16

NOTE the potential applicant will be requested to travel to carry out as many meet and greets as requested.

DO NOT APPLY IF YOU CANNOT MEET THESE REQUESTS

Dylan is adored by his current owners but significant change in circumstance means rehoming is in Dylan’s best interest. Despite best efforts and a lot of patience from Dylan, he has not adjusted to small children and is often shut away or put in the garden for his own protection (which Dylan finds distressing due to separation anxiety). Since the arrival of littles humans, Dylan has not received the affection and attention he has grown accustomed to and this has been detrimental to Dylan’s happiness. With heavy hearts, Dylan’s current owners want to put Dylan’s needs before their own and feel he would thrive in an environment with older children who understand how to respect his space and shower him in the gentle attention and playfulness that he craves. Dylan would equally suit an active retiree(s), and the company of one other dog in an environment filled with long walks and undivided attention.

Our Requirements for Rehoming Dylan

Active home,with persons who are fit and energetic

Can be wary around men,but will settle and gain confidence with time

Dylan is an active young doodle,who just loves company

We need to place him in a home ,where humans are at home all day ,this is very important for Dylan as he needs the comfort he so deserves

Can live with dog savvy older children aged 10 plus ,whom are respectful around dogs

Preferably no visiting babies or young children,and if your young and planning a family this is not the dog for you

Can live with ONE other dog ,not a multi household with other dogs

The other dog must have no behavioural issues,you must be prepared to travel ,for as many meet and greets as required

Absolutely no cats

Your garden must be secure ,if you have gates they must have a lock

If you have a deep pond we request it is covered

Check you have no toxic plants or vegetables

If you have any holidays planned,please state on your application form

Meet Dylan

Type Australian Labradoodle

Colour Ginger and White Tuxedo

DOB July 2021

Male

Dylan is neutered

Height 20 inches

Weight 17 to 18 Kgs approximately

Microchipped which has been checked

Fully vaccinated booster due September 2025

Wormer administered November 2024

Flea and tick treatment administered April 2025

Dylan is in good health

Allergies :- allergic reaction to Metacam and possibly any other anti inflammatories,

NOTE :- this was discovered after Dylan was neutered

Meloxicam (brand names Metacam® Loxicom®, OroCAM®, Rheumocam) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever in dogs and cats. It is indicated for the treatment of osteoarthritis in dogs and cats. Meloxicam is also used to treat pain associated with surgery.

Dylan has a healthy appetite, he doesn’t resource guard but does have food sensitivities i.e. will vomit bile if stomach is empty too long. Two meals daily and plenty of healthy treats will keep Dylan’s tummy happy. Dylan previously thrived on Butternut box but has transitioned to Naturo (Grain Free) as a more affordable option ahead of rehoming.

Grooming Requirements

Dylan has a soft silky wavy coat,only sheds minimal,all dogs shed some amount

Every few days a light brushing of knot prone areas (ears, beard and tail) with detangling brush

He prefers to be brushed whilst having a cuddle in bed, shortly after waking

Dylan is calm enough to allow brushing at this time of the day, later in the day Dylan will be too excited to allow brushing

Professional Groomer:-Dylan is washed/trimmed by groomer at least once a month. Extra wash appointments during rainy/muddy seasons. Dylan doesn’t really enjoy being washed at home, he is nervous of the shower head. Full cut dependant on growth and time of year

Dylan is hypoallergenic and professionally groomed/cut every 6wks. During muddy months, Dylan has additional wash only appointments to keep his fur clean and matt-free.

Doodle Aid is always happy to recommend an qualified experienced groomer

Exercise

During the week Dylan has brief morning walk at local park (20mins), off lead walk (1hr) , plus lots of garden play. Weekends - 2hrs daily countryside/beach walks

Dylans recall is good , (recall to whistle (with fingers) or Dylan)

NOTE :- Doodle Aid does not recommend any newly adopted dog to go off lead unless in a secure hired paddock ,or when you have complete trust in each other this is most important

Whilst on a lead Dylan did pull on his lead when a puppy, Dylan would attempt to chase cars meaning Dylan is accustomed to off lead countryside/beach walks. Dylan can be road walked as this behaviour now rarely occurs, but new owners should be wary of Dylan being spooked by cars !

This might be something that his new owners might like to explore with a dog behaviourist ,if they feel they have not got the experience

This lovely boys obedience is good and he interacts well with other dogs whilst out and about

Dylan would flourish in agility classes/competition,totally wonderful for both humans and dogs to bond

Further information

Dylan is Affectionate, Cuddly, Excitable, Intelligent, and can be protective over his family ,Dylan has a very expressive tail

Behavioural occurrences :- Back in January 2025, a Ridgeback knocked over our toddler. Dylan rushed to protect him and was subsequently attacked by the Ridgeback. Fortunately this incident resulted in superficial wounds only, and Dylan’s personality or behaviour has remained unchanged

Dylan can be nervous around new people, in particular, knocking at the door and / entering the home,he will bark until settled and reassured

Dylan has a curly piglet tail

This unique feature means it’s easy to judge Dylan’s mood

It curls when he’s happy, excited and becomes floppy when Dylan feels nervous, or poorly

Dylan will respond to the following commands:

- Sit

- Wait (show Dylan your palm)

- Lie Down (touch 2-fingers to the floor)

- “On your bed”

- Go on OR Come on (to release him from ‘wait’ and / to have him follow you)

- Recall to whistle (with fingers) or ‘Dylan’

He has attended puppy training classes and taught additional behaviours at home. Very intelligent and food motivated - highly capable of advanced tricks and skills

Dylan is extremely affectionate and loving, but does suffer from separation anxiety. Because of this, Dylan’s current owners feel he cannot be left alone for significant periods of time (2 hours), and generally take Dylan out with the

Doggy company would significantly improve Dylan’s anxiety about being left alone

Dylan owns several soft toys for ‘suckling’ when stressed

Very energetic and highly intelligent, Dylan is food motivated and has the capacity to learn tricks, commands or even agility training

Dylan’s favourite game is fetch, he has never resource guarded toys but often forgets not to play indoors and hasn’t outgrown ‘play nipping’

Dylan can be nervous/protective of his ‘pack’ around new people, in particular, knocking at the door and / entering the home

Dylan will bark and rush the door/ person. This is a front, as Dylan will quickly befriend visitors when presented with treats

At present, Dylan is shut in a separate room before opening the front door to deliveries etc

Dylan cannot be left unattended around human food and though he shows little/no interest in fox poo, he will treat human faeces and horse poo as tasty snacks

Dylan is toilet trained , but we always like to state accidents may occur with any dog entering a new environment

This darling boy loves to sleep with his humans ,human bed sleeper, has been known to share the pillow

Dylan has spent the majority of his life sleeping at the foot of the bed or on the floor next to the bed

For past 2mths, Dylan has slept downstairs on the sofa but would prefer not to be separated from his loved ones

Can be left alone only for a maximum of 2 hours only (note this it’s important as he needs human company)

Dylan has never been destructive in his home

He owns several soft toys for ‘suckling’,this is comfort whilst owners go out

He is not crate trained,no reason to be crated

Car travel :- Well behaved, free roam in boot but prefers to sit in front passenger seat with a restraint please

Dylan loves a Sea-swim, but isn’t a huge fan of the bath.

Dislikes cats

Un -fazed by fireworks we are informed

Favourite games and toys,footballs , bubbles and fetch.

All potential applicants will be requested to have a full vetting and a visual homecheck

If you live in rented accommodation we will require documentation that a dog can live in this property

There is an adoption fee of £350.00 ,this will go back into the charity

To all for Dylan please click here https://www.doodleaid.com/adoption-application-form

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