Martin the Patterdale - 2? years old!

Martin the Patterdale - 2? years old!



His Story: Martin was found stray in winter.

Salient points: Martin is a Patterdale. He has keen hunt instincts and out on a walk he is 'at work'. Found stray, but neutered which denotes 1)caring past owners, or 2) owners trying to dampen terrierness, or 3) been through rescue in the past. Good health and quite young. Loves to play with toys and 'kills soft toys'. Unassessed in domestic setting.

Advert: Martin is a slender whippet type Patterdale. Smooth coated and 'lythe'. He adores to be out and does the little terrier nips if a dog gets "too close too soon", but falls into walking alongside other dogs well. He isn’t reactive to dogs. He is a tender soul and enjoys company. He tolerates other dogs either side of his kennel. His confidence will reflect his "lead" manager. Martin is still in assessment.

Martin is quite a character and everyone is endeared to him. He has the aloofness which comes with many terriers. We can’t wait to see him settled within a family and having a good life. He needs awareness when out on walks so he is retained on an extender and so is safe. He will settle well with dogs as long as he feels in control and know ‘You are’. So we are looking for a home who can love him and watch him take up his new life with admiration of his change of occupation into treasured pet.

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

Martin really is such a stunning looking boy & the moments you connect with him are magic! Presumably something in his past has meant he is quite obsessive about carrying 'things - it seems to make him feel more comfortable. I am sure with some understanding & some work he could be ... who knows... flyball champion?

Martin especially enjoyed the stream yesterday....

Oh if only I had room! Definetly have a soft spot for a patterdale!

Hope he finds his forever home soon!

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An update from Martin’s kennel ...

Martin wasn't troubled by the heat today so we had a lovely long walk...
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A little fun in the sun with Martin....

where's my ice cream?

A spot of fishing with Martin today....we caught a giant twig!

An update from one of our volunteer kennel walkers:

"Fabulous walk with Martin, we had a good skip around & ended up in the stream again. Martin fished out a new toy - at first glance alarmingly similar to a hand grenade! That's my adrenaline rush for the week"!

Martin you are a terrier lover’s dream ... full of curiosity and alertness,, oh that working mind.

A little bit of lead play but so clearly the delight of being out and about and yes lots of cuddles. Never damages the lead. Martin walked along side Poppy [other rescue dog] and wasn't really aware of her; more aware of this opportunity to play and relate to his handler.
Here he is with Jackie who came to help out today.



Martin is available for foster until his forever home comes along.

An update from Lynne:

“Martin had a wonderful walk today with Deefa and Chris. A hot summers day and I let him play, which can involve running with glee with his lead in his mouth, a little tugging but then back to prancing. Oh how he enjoyed his walk; paddle in the steam and company. The last picture is how he behaves when he gets back in his kennel placing something in front of you and inviting you to pick it up and throw. Martin is now ready for his family. As you know I love him sooooo much"!






Martin would benefit from a foster home until his forever home is found!