Molly

CASSIE AND MOLLY’S HISTORY

Cassie (Mum 02.01.07) and Molly (Daughter 28.07.09) were surrendered to IRR because of a change in family circumstances and their need to emigrate.

INITIAL REPORT – IRELAND: JUNE 2012

Molly stands very much in Cassie’s shadow and isn’t terribly confident without her. Both travel well in the car although Molly doesn’t like getting initially and has to be lifted. They get on well with other animals including chickens, but not cats and are excellent with children. They were reared in the country and were never really walked on the leads although Cassie does pull; Molly walks well when they are on leads. They both have good recall, no health issues, not food possessive. Both were vaccinated about a year ago and are microchipped.

Two lovely girls, very calm and good in the house.

FOSTERER’S FIRST REPORT – UK: JUNE 2012

It is obvious from initial meeting, that these are two gentle girls who crave attention and love.

Cassie, the mother, takes the lead. Molly the daughter is also a loving and gentle, if somewhat timid.

The first day and half the pair were happy just to recuperate and relax from the journey and the various people they had met during their travels. They really came out of their shell yesterday, the second day, playing together, running up and down the full length of the long garden, exploring along the way, and in-between saying hello to the neighbour’s 6 year old golden, who was thrilled to see two beautiful girls residing next door.

The girls are completely house trained. Cassie (mother) tends to go to the door, and then they both go out. Neither appears to be toy or food possessive. They understand basic commands and neither will enter the house or even individual rooms until invited to do so.

As they have lived in the country and had very little lead walking, we are working with them on this daily. Cassie pulls when we first set out on our walks but by the end has calmed down considerably and even improved in the small amount of time we’ve had together. As far as Molly is concerned, she walks beautifully and I’ve no problem with her at all.

I’m hoping with time Molly’s confidence will improve, as she already has taken a small step in this respect. They are both wonderful girls.

FOSTERER’S SECOND REPORT – UK: JUNE 2012

These lovely girls have been with me now for just over 2 weeks, and their characters and temperament are more evident. Cassie is still quite the more dominant of the two, but not in an aggressive manner. Molly has definitely come out of her shell and is far more confident in herself and will now chill, sleep or explore by herself, not necessarily following her mother every step. They come to recall as before and are eager to please.

I am surprised how laid back they are (considering their young ages), and they find their own places to chill around the house. They aren’t anxious when left, though like any dog they welcome your return. My granddaughters bought them both little comfort teddies, and they immediately pick these up and bring them to everyone who calls.

They are no trouble at night, and do not bark, in fact, I think in all the time they have been with me, I have only heard them bark a handful of times. They have enjoyed themselves in the garden and play together well. Molly surprised us all as she likes you to bounce her paw when sitting and relaxing, just like my previous beautiful Harry. They both love physical contact and are eager for loves and cuddles and there is no resistance when being groomed.

As regards travelling, it is wonderful to see that the initially frightened Molly, now jumps into the car with no problems at all, whereas initially she was very wary and had to be picked up and put in the car. The only problem with travelling I have found, is that one of them, not sure which, does tend to be a little travel sick, but both are easy travellers who relax and do not bark at passing cars, dogs, or people. However, one surprising point about sweet Molly is that she howls albeit happily from time to time, it is quite funny.

I think their eating habits are slowly improving, Cassie will eventually eat, but Molly does not like anybody in the room when she is eating, and waits till everyone leaves the room. They have been walked in various areas such as woodland, countryside, and more lately the beach, the latter I think was quite a surprise to them as they couldn’t take their eyes of the beach. We still have a little problem with her lead walking but the use of a halti, is of great help. I’m sure once adopted this can be worked on. They are variable when meeting other dogs, sometimes they don’t bother, sometimes they have a little bark, one thing is sure, they certainly love chasing cats, so perhaps not a home where there are cats or rabbits (as they take great interest in these too).

Both Cassie and Molly run like the wind and can ‘turn on a penny’. Their teeth are clean and good and I have not observed any skin problems.

In my opinion they would be best suited to a home where there is a large garden or areas where they can be let off the lead securely. They are wonderful with children of all ages, and just want to be stroked, which all my grandchildren have been more than happy to accommodate.

Cassie and Mollie (Mollie is the one in front)

FOSTERER’S THIRD REPORT – JULY 2012

We have now completed our 8th week together and I must say Cassie and Molly are certainly ‘out of their shells’ The once timid pair, especially Molly, are now confident young girls, who like nothing more than to play, run and frolic together. Molly, is now usually the one who instigates playtime, which can get very energetic, but one word and they calm down. They have spent time in various environments over the past few weeks, especially large family gatherings where there has been lots of children and other dogs. They have certainly won over many hearts with their loving ways. I can, with hand on heart, say they are extremely well behaved and obedient to a fault, apart from the periods when they are chasing rabbits!

They are happy in both female and male company. They remain well behaved when left for varying periods, and are eager to bring their comforters to greet anyone who arrives through the door. They have had free run of my home and continue their brilliant record of no damage, and no accidents. They are happy to receive any form of interaction, but also content to relax. There has been almost no barking, the odd exception when they get over excited or when on occasions, they have been met on walks by other dogs who aren’t as friendly, but even then, it is not an aggressive bark.

When lead walking Cassie does pull; so I have started using ‘halti’, which Cassie is still trying to adjust to. Molly also has had periods of pulling.

They are no trouble when travelling and there is no hesitation to jump into the car. However one of the girls does get a bit travel sick.

I would like to add to any prospective adopter, if you want to experience great representatives of this wonderful breed, please meet these lovely girls.

August 2012: Cassie and Mollie have gone to their Forever Home

FIRST REPORT FROM THE GIRLS’ FOREVER HOME – AUGUST 2012

The girls are both bundles of energy!

They have been running amok in the garden trampling all over my vegetable plot, still, to be expected.

They remain very loving and we have been round the nature reserve twice already with them.

They both are very responsive to calling their names and come straightaway.

Both are eating without problems also.

I tried to get pictures of both to send you, but have been unsuccessful to date.

Found my trainers in their beds this morning, but only cuddled not eaten!!

Will keep in touch!!