Murphy : ready for adoption

INTRODUCING MAGNIFICENT MURPHY DOODLE LOOKING FOR A NEW HOME

Photos before and after a groom

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

Murphy is located in West Lothian in Scotland

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

We insist on meet and greets for any dogs future as we never want to rehome again,and this system works

Murphy is very much loved by his current family,but sadly there has been a sad situation with the family,so they have found at present they cannot give Murphy the full attention he so requires

A family member has become serious ill and it’s so hard for every involved ,trying to juggle to cope at a time so precious to them all

Doodle Aid’s Requirements

Persons need to be at home most of the day,be fit and able to exercise a large dog that needs some training

A home where Murphy will get exercised regularly,with sone socialising and training put into place please

Persons that apply need to be fit and active as Murphy is a large dog,and does tend to still pull on his lead

Murphy can live with another dog,all dogs in the home MUST BE SPAYED OR NEUTERED and we will ask from you a vet letter

Your dog needs to be well socialised and calm around other dogs

We will only rehome Murphy in a home with dog savvy children aged 13 and over

If you have visiting small children he will tend to jump up and knock them over with sheet excitement ,so supervise at all times

No cats may chase

Your garden must be safe and secure, any gates must have a lock.

Please advise us in your application if you have any holidays or periods away planned.

Absolutely no “showboating” Murphy in (at least) the first week. This means allowing Murphys time to settle in your home, with you/your family and the people that Murphy will be living with.

Meet Murphy

Type Bernedoodle

DOB July 2024

Colour Tri Coloured

Height 21 inches might still have a bit of growing to do

Weight 24 Kgs

Booster due October 2025

No known allergies and in good health

Grooming

Murphy has a soft curly coat,which his owners keep short

He only sheds minimally,as all dogs shed some amount

Happy to be brushed at home every few days

Attends a Professional Groomers every 8 to 10 weeks

Exercise

Murphy loves his walks ,and has two good walks per day,plus playtime in his garden

He does sometimes pull on his lead ,especially when he sees other dogs and gets giddy with excitement (we do recommend some loose lead training)

His recall is variable at times ,as he gets easily distracted (would benefit with some training going forward)

We do not recommend allowing Murphy off lead unless you are 100% trusting with his recall.

Our suggestion would be to hire safe secure dog paddocks and practice recall ,these are around £6 for 1/2 an hour

Interaction with other dogs :- He is very excitable and keen to interact with other dogs; no aggression, just keen to sniff and play

Further Information

Murphy is a typical young dog,full of fun,a bit giddy and a goofball,very loving ,can be a bit of a mischief maker,lively energetic,does bounce,loves the attention to be petted and enjoys playing games with his owners

Murphy is good with adults and children ,but will get over excited ,all giddy and may jump and bounce

He needs to time to settle himself and calm down,then he is fine

Behaviour:- Murphy needs to be better socialised. Because of recent family issues stated above ,he has not encountered as many other people as his family would have liked ,he also may bark at unexpected noises

Counter surfer ,a boy who just loves any food by the sounds of things

On two occasions Murphy has bitten,not intentionally ,after he stole a large block of cheese/piece of banana cake .

Murphy bit his human Daddy when he put his hand in his mouth ,and tried to retrieve the food.

He does not guard his normal kibble or toys.

He has never shown any form of aggression to other dogs or people

Murphy’s general obedience is ok we are informed,but would certainly benefit with some extra training

Murphy is mostly toilet trained ,but he has been known to have the occasional accident (this just maybe due to some anxiousness within the family dynamics,dogs can pick up on things and react in different forms)

He sleeps in the kitchen but has access to the dinning area

(with newly rehomed dogs we ask you sleep nearby the first few nights as they will be unsettle with the change of environment)

Murphy can be left alone for a few hours whilst you attended appointments,or go shopping etc

Only been destructive in the home when he was a small puppy ,whilst he was teething

Never been crated

Travels well in the car

Dislikes :- Reactive to sudden noises ,with the noise reaction he with jump up

Likes :- Playing with his toots and tug of war

Not a huge fan of the water

Note from Murphy’s owner

With the recent family issues, they are really struggling to give Murphy the time and training that he needs. He is an intelligent dog who could make someone a great pet. I just wish it could be us.It will break our heart to give him up, but what is best for Murphy is the only thing that matters. I hope you will be able to help.

Doodle Aid has promised to find the best best home for handsome Murphy and we always do our upmost for all dogs

If you live in rented accommodation we will request documentation,that a dog can live in your home

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

The adoption fee for Murphy is £350.00

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

We are a small team and may not answer emails promptly,please allow 24 hours for a response

Thank you