 JEZ
FIRST REPORT Jez was fostered by Jackie in Norfolk who said, "Jez is about 2-3 years old and is a neutered male, who came to us from one of the pounds in Ireland, so we haven't really got any background of his past. When he first arrived, he was very quiet. After being here a few days, he developed a cough and a runny nose poor fella, he has also a bit of a limp. I took him to the vets, who said that the limp is probably to do with the cartilage in his right shoulder, from and an old wound maybe, the vet also said there was no point in x-raying it as it wouldn`t show up on the x-ray. I have been giving him acute trauma (homeopatic drops) everyday and it seems to help him. Jez has been here with me for 3 wks now and is an absolute delight to have around. He is totally housetrained, he hasn`t had any accidents in the house at all. He gets on great with both of my dogs, especially Bridie, who of course enjoys playing with him. Gizmo my 14 yr old Shih Tzu just ignores him really as he is too old to play now and likes the quiet life.
Bridie and Jez Jez sits and gives his paw, he also sometimes sings to you when he has a fluffy toy in his mouth and is exceptionally happy, It is soo nice to hear, and also makes you feel very happy too. I`m always happy listening to his singing. Jez has chased a cat out of my garden, but then he was doing what Bridie was doing and following her, so I dont know whether or not he would chase them as an only dog. I find that most dogs will chase cats if they run anyway. He is a very good boy in the car and travels really well, very calm!. He loves being groomed and will sit there for as long as he feels the need to. Jez laps up all the fuss you can give him, without being over the top. He greets everone who comes to visit with a very waggy tail and a song, which isnt loud by the way. When he and Bridie play together, Jez does tend to bark at her, as much to say "Come on play some more, lol.
Jex will need some lead training as he does pull, but I find that he is not too bad on a halti. As far as recall is concerned, Jez comes quite quickly to you when called, but I haven`t tried him off lead in an open space outside, as it`s not our policy to let our foster dogs run free unless in a totally secure area, where there is no possibility of escape. He does come back when he is on a longline though. Jez doesn't like being left on his own for too long, although he is ok for a couple of hours. He isn't too keen on thunderstorms and is likely to hide until it's all over.
He would make a beautiful pet for a family with children over the age of 8. To sum Jez up, he is an affectionate, loving and loyal dog, who thrives in the company of humans and appears happiest when also in the company of female dogs." FIRST WEEK IN HIS FOREVER HOME June said. "Jez had a good night, once he found out that he couldn't share our bed!! He was absolutely fine and no doubt you have gathered that he slept in our bedroom. Not a peep once he settled. Wanted to come to work with me this morning!! Rob is going to take him for a long walk this morning so that he can get his bearings. Considering the long journey and upheaval, he is marvellous, so friendly and laid back. Rob is gradually taking him around so that he gets used to where he is. He didn't bat an eyelid at the cows and beef around by us. We haven't introduced him to the cats yet - slowly does it." Rob has been taking him for some really long walks and he is quite shattered!! (but seems very happy). Rob gave him a part bath yesterday morning as our lanes are really mucky at the moment. He really likes the water and when I am in the bath he walks up and down by the side and looks as if he is about to jump in. He was introduced to George (one of our cats) yesterday afternoon and they sat side by side on a seat which we have in the porch. He was very interested!!!! He is very obedient. We let him out in the garden and you only have to call him once and back he comes. He did tangle with the farm dogs, but held his ground and they seemed to make friends after that. I think they were just sussing out the new boy on the block. We all love him very much and I think he realises that he will be now be staying with us for good. He seems very content and happy. We took him out for Sunday lunch last Sunday and he was quite happy to sit in the car for a while. He loves the car, going out and socialising. My daughter in law says that we couldn't possibly have found a nicer dog and she also loves him to bits. He seems to take all our time as our lanes are really mucky at the moment and we have to wash him, dry him with the hair dryer and then brush him every day.
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