Basil, male Patterdale, DOB 2010 – Godstone, Surrey

Basil, Patterdale, DOB 2010 – Godstone, Surrey




Homing Requirements: Basil needs a terrier aware family who are happy to retain Basil on an extender lead, not short lead, and steer him away from direct contact with dogs as he is concerned at this point in time, and needs to be a lot more settled to build trust. Basil will need empathy and patience as he has not been assessed in a home yet within our rescue. ‘Only’ pet status. A terrier proof garden without stepping stones and exit management around front door and gate is also required.

His Story: Basil was found stray and judged not to be good with dogs. Terrierrescue was asked to take Basil as he will suit a Patterdale home who 'gets' the working type' terrier mind set. Basil is neutered, chipped and vax'd. Basil is currently in boarding kennels near Godstone, Surrey

Advert: Basil is a great Patterdale who is alert, studious and intent. He walks well on a lead and needs a low dog density area to be able to relax and enjoy the hedgerow. He will gradually form friendships walking alongside other family dogs but needs a slow and sensitive approach with a acceptance that Basil is a people dog but not a dogs dog! Basil relaxes in the car but needs to be secured to avoid getting free at his destination. ‘Only’ pet status with no visiting pets and a terrier proof garden are also required.

Basil is a young 3 year old Patterdale with a fawn fleck to his Black/Brown coat. He has a little scarring on his muzzle where he has at some point 'gone to ground'. Terrier equals terrafirma! Basil wants to go to ground if allowed to run free so hence an extender lead will keep him safe yet allow him to enjoy the smells of his walk. Basil has no road sense. Easy to handle, Basil has no edge to him other than the need to try to distract him if his mind is keen and set on excited 'reference' i.e. seeing a small furry. Basil in Patterdale down to his paw tips.

Please note that this dog is currently in boarding kennels and is also available for foster until a 'forever' home is found.





If you are interested in re-homing please complete our homing questionnaire so we can ensure our dogs are matched and will suit your circumstances/lifestyle.

***PLEASE NOTE: This ad has been posted by Rescue Remedies Dog Rescue. We are a registered charity (No. 1139407) and our work involves finding unwanted dogs their life long homes. We currently have approx. 100 dogs under our wing. We usually ask for a minimum donation of £175 at the time of adoption, for each dog, to help us continue helping homeless dogs***.

Basil is now in a foster home in Farnham, Hampshire and doing really well.









Basil is still available for adoption – if you are interested in offering Basil a home please complete our homing questionnaire.