An orphan dog rescued from Bosnia who has been dubbed “part-kangaroo” because she can jump very high is desperately searching for a home.
The poor pooch, named Jeannie, has been living in foster care in East Sussex after being taken in by Blind Dog Rescue UK.
She was picked up in Bosnia and flown over to the UK for a second chance at life – but she has sadly been unable to win over an owner who can keep her for the long haul.
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“She will make someone a fantastic companion – sadly that isn’t us,” said her foster carer.
(Image: Blind Dog Rescue UK)
Jeannie, who is around four to five years old, is a medium-sized crossbreed with “quite a lot of hound in her”. She has been described as “part-kangaroo” because she can jump really high.
“Jeannie is a little shy at first but responds to calm and steady interactions. When she first arrived we took it in turns to just sit near her and let her get used to having company,” the foster carer said.
“She always rolls over for tummy rubs but from submission not desire. If you calmly ignore her tummy and continue with what you are doing she relaxes and then genuine affection is possible.
“Jeannie has not been off lead while with us as she has a very strong prey drive, is stubborn and we don’t trust her to come back.”
The misunderstood dog can become “too enthusiastic” when playing with other dogs and needs to be given time to calm down and compose herself as a result.
(Image: Blind Dog Rescue UK)
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The carer added: “She is too boisterous for our dog, Rex, and needs a bigger garden to romp around in, preferably in the company of one or more dogs of similar size to her.
“Jeannie was described as medium energy by the rescuers in Bosnia but she can really sprint and also has tremendous stamina.”
The carer added: “She has not hurt anyone but she can be scary and intimidating – and has taken to using this behaviour with our adult granddaughter in particular.
“There is no clear cause for the sudden change in moods either which is what makes her intimidating.”
While Jeannie is up for adoption with Blind Dog Rescue UK, she is fully sighted and does not have any known health issues. If you’re interested in rehoming Jeannie, or any other dogs in Blind Dog Rescue UK’s care, contact their team on info@bdruk.org.
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