Connor

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	ref: 07/03762 size: Small age: 3 years sex: Male		centre: Battersea breed: Terrier cross Corgi arrived on: July 2007

Connor is a 3 year old male neutered Terrier cross that came into Battersea Dogs and Cats Home as a stray in July 2007. An aloof individual that is fairly circumspect with his initial interactions, he does become interactive and affectionate once a bond is formed and does have a unique quirky personality. A typical steadier older Terrier that prefers things done at his pace and would definitely thrive in a calm routine based environment. Connor was referred to the Behaviour Unit in order for us to investigate his status related behaviours, including issues surrounding high value resources.

Connor will need:

• Owners that have experience with high status males or female characters and sound knowledge of the maintenance required within the home.


• Ideally new owners will have owned Terrier types or Corgi types and have an understanding of their typical breed traits and idiosyncrasies.


• Ideally new owners will have experience with resource possession (toys and food) and be confident in socializing Connor with carefully selected dogs.


• Unfortunately Connor will need to be rehomed into an adult only environment with no visiting kids or grandkids. Older teens (15yrs+) could potentially be considered depending on experience.


• Connor will need to be rehomed into a quiet household due to his wary nature when meeting new people. This house should have an enclosed secure garden and be in a semi to rural environment.


• Due to Connor's interactions with other dogs, he will need to be rehomed as an only dog.


• Owners should be prepared to listen to advise and follow any ongoing behaviour programmes.


• Connor cannot live with cats

An intriguing character that will make a wonderful companion in the right home. Connor is at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home in London. Please call the Behaviour Unit on 020 7627 7884 if you are interested in Connor or email us on [email protected] and quote ref 2007/03762. Connor will need some further training in his new home. To receive advice and guidance regarding this training from the Behaviour Unit staff that have worked with him, potential owners should be prepared to come into the Dogs Home for a minimum of two visits.