RossM 7,979 Posted January 28, 2020 Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 So as of last month I found myself without a lurcher for the first time in 15+ years, I had lost not only a loyal companion but a devoted member of the family. So I find myself looking at rescue centres for a young lurcher because everything deserves a second chance in life right? Wrong not if it’s a working home they don’t, no chance. It’s neither wonder some of these rescues are full to the gunnels. anyway if anyone sees of a lurcher good with kids and can Handle a crab it terrier lol, then get in touch cheers 4 Quote Link to post
Black neck 15,161 Posted January 28, 2020 Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 That's a shame mate just say it's for a pet tell them nothing 3 Quote Link to post
RossM 7,979 Posted January 28, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 5 minutes ago, Balaur said: Yep send a relative in to get it for you, half of them would sooner see dogs PTS... I told them thinking it was very naive, judgemental and unfair that the right home may be overlooked due to individuals opinions on what is right and what is wrong. 4 Quote Link to post
jigsaw 11,809 Posted January 28, 2020 Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 38 minutes ago, RossM said: So as of last month I found myself without a lurcher for the first time in 15+ years, I had lost not only a loyal companion but a devoted member of the family. So I find myself looking at rescue centres for a young lurcher because everything deserves a second chance in life right? Wrong not if it’s a working home they don’t, no chance. It’s neither wonder some of these rescues are full to the gunnels. anyway if anyone sees of a lurcher good with kids and can Handle a crab it terrier lol, then get in touch cheers What are you hunting, what type/size have you got in mind.. Quote Link to post
RossM 7,979 Posted January 28, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 3 minutes ago, jigsaw said: What are you hunting, what type/size have you got in mind.. Something about 24-25tts collie/grey/saluki-ish edible game only, Quote Link to post
Chid 6,372 Posted January 28, 2020 Report Share Posted January 28, 2020 Lurcher link will rehome to a working home 3 Quote Link to post
RossM 7,979 Posted January 29, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 7 hours ago, Chid said: Lurcher link will rehome to a working home I joined there forum but it isn’t very active and is very dated, not heard anything since I joined Quote Link to post
white van man 3,186 Posted January 29, 2020 Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 (edited) One of the best dogs I had was a bitch I rescued. Prob about 3 when I had her and unsure of her breeding. Sometimes they do a home visit so just make sure any hunting clobber is hidden away! ATB with it. Edited January 29, 2020 by white van man Quote Link to post
RossM 7,979 Posted January 29, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 As I also said I could quite easily get a pup, but it will first and foremost be a family pet and would hopefully be able to assist in ferreting trips and general mooching about but it’s not the end of the world if it didn’t, so why not give something a chance in life, 1 Quote Link to post
abrasivewheel 53 Posted January 29, 2020 Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 They also don't like rehoming to people with kids or if they work or a plethora of other rubbish.try local dog pounds or as I know a few who point blank refuse to send lurchers to lurcher rescue centres or will have anything to do with them vets are another good source of getting hold of a stray as well . Quote Link to post
RossM 7,979 Posted January 29, 2020 Author Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 55 minutes ago, abrasivewheel said: They also don't like rehoming to people with kids or if they work or a plethora of other rubbish.try local dog pounds or as I know a few who point blank refuse to send lurchers to lurcher rescue centres or will have anything to do with them vets are another good source of getting hold of a stray as well . Yes another “issue” I have 2 youngish children, who are old enough and been taught to respect dogs space, I want a young enough lurcher to hone so to speak to my family life Quote Link to post
Daniel cain 42,798 Posted January 29, 2020 Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 Can't honestly believe that there's a pup left from that litter.... 1 Quote Link to post
planete 120 Posted January 29, 2020 Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 (edited) 9 hours ago, RossM said: I joined there forum but it isn’t very active and is very dated, not heard anything since I joined Have a look at their Facebook page, click on About (top left), there is an email address there. In my experience, they will try and rehome a dog to fit in with your family. People lying about their circumstances are taking the chance they will end up with an unsuitable dog who will then have to be rehomed again. What no rescue will do is place a very boisterous, nervous or nippy dog with children so best not to get too keen on a particular dog who may not be good with kids or one who has separation anxiety if you work full time for instance. Edited January 29, 2020 by planete Quote Link to post
jigsaw 11,809 Posted January 29, 2020 Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 2 hours ago, Daniel cain said: Can't honestly believe that there's a pup left from that litter.... Me nether lol Quote Link to post
Black neck 15,161 Posted January 29, 2020 Report Share Posted January 29, 2020 18 minutes ago, Balaur said: https://www.preloved.co.uk/adverts/show/119664989/lurcher-dog.html As good as rescuing.... I wouldn't feed a dog what dint paw 1 Quote Link to post
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