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Awww Bruce 🫶12-year-old Bruce has retired from his life as a sheep dog and is now looking forward to the comforts of a soft bed, good company, and plenty of cuddles. He’s a sweet, friendly boy with an easy-going nature - affectionate yet independent, calm, and absolutely trouble-free.He’s great with other dogs and cats, and while he hasnt been tested with children or chickens, his laid-back temperament suggests he’d likely be fine.Bruce is located in Te Kauwhata🐾 If you’re looking for a loyal companion to share quiet moments and couch cuddles, Bruce would love to meet you 🐾Contact his owner https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bruce-te-kauwhata/

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A big thank you to everyone who donated to our Throw Us a Bone campaign in December. With your generosity we raised $4,090, which we’re incredibly grateful for - this can allow us to support many more dogs into foster with RWD.Thanks especially to Norsewear and Wool.Life for donating the raffle prizes and helping make the campaign a success.The raffle winner was Christine and her rescue dog Bob, who took home a pair of Norsewear socks and a dog bed from Wool.Life (made in NZ from recycled wool socks). Bob, who’s lost one eye, is already enjoying his very comfy new bed - complete with his name embroidered on it.Thanks again to everyone who supported the campaign. Your help means a more successful 2026 supporting our dogs!

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Rome is a lovely x-pig dog who loves human attention. Hes a male Staffy X, aged 9 years old. He has a comical sense of humour, a little quirky and is a little bit goofy.To find out more contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rome-thames/

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Tweed is a 4 year old Border Collie. He is a pedigree and registered border collie with DogsNZ. Tweed is looking for a very specific home due to no fault of his own.Tweed was born, bred and raised by his owner but due to a learning deficit (which isn’t apparent day to day) was not suitable for stock work so he stayed on as a pet. He is faultlessly trained in the core skills to live is a pet - crate trained, toilet trained, not a barker and has his set of basic commands which are generally faultless after a lot of work - sit, down, wait, recall, get up (ute), get in (walk behind). Being a country dog his lead skills could do with some work but he is generally easy to walk on lead and loves people.While Tweed does get on with other dogs, he does find them overstimulating. He is being rehomed because the other dogs all pick on him, most likely due to his constant over arousal and movement around them when they are trying to chill (they are all eye dogs with off switches) He has an awesome off switch when NOT around them. Being constantly picked on is not fair to him nor would kenneling him be when he is used to being out all day. The ideal home for Tweed is as follows:- single dog, no cats.- older active person wanting an adventure companion or younger active person out there doing it. - must own your own home, preferably rural or semi, lifestyle block.- experienced with working breeds and the idiosyncrasies that are border collies.- he will not be suited to doggy daycare, dog parks or city living.- must be in Otago/Southland/Canterbury region so if things don’t work out his owner will be there to get him in a flash.To find out much more about Tweed and his owners contact details follow the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tweed-outram/

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Gorgeous Blue is a 6 year old Huntaway who has been his owners hard working yard dog for the last 5 years but unfortunately early last year he had a bout of vestibular disorder. Although he made a good recovery after time he’s not 100% and when he gets tired he seems to lose the ability to judge distance, jump etc. Blue gets left at home more and more because the days are too busy for him which really isn’t fair for him! Blues ideal home would be most likely being a women’s dog, on a lifestyle block/ place with a large amount of space for him to zoom around and bark, and someone that has plenty of time to take him on adventures with them.Contact Blues owner via the link belowhttps://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/blue-whanganui/

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Beautiful Meg is looking for a forever home. She is 16 months old and keen on working but has never been trained so she’d need someone who knows what they are doing. Alternatively she’d make an awesome pet, very friendly once she gets to know you.Meg is friendly and upbeat, always looks like she’s smiling😊For more info contact her owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/meg-feilding-2/

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Zeus is an 8 year old huntaway who seems to have missed the boat. Acquired from a friend who didnt know what Zeus was like, his current owner tried him out on sheep and cattle for a few weeks and Zeus just didnt make the grade and also hes getting on in years so unfortunately there’s no point in keeping him. His owner wants him to go to a nice caring home that will give him love and space to run around for his last years of retirement. To find out more about Zeus follow the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/zues-masterton/

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♣️Introducing Ace♣️Ace was bred to be a working dog and knows a few tricks, but he’s decided life’s more fun as a family pet. Hed suit a small block or an active home. He’s amazing with kids, great with other dogs, and used to cats and chickens. Ace is super loyal, quiet (never barks!), and happiest just hanging out with his people. He’d make an awesome running buddy and has never had any injuries - fit, friendly, and ready for his next adventure!Ace is located in Cheviot.Contact Aces owner for more informationhttps://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/ace-cheviot/

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🐔Meet Zeus🐔Zeus is a medium-sized, male Bearded Collie X, aged 8 years old and is looking for his retirement home. As well as his handsome good looks, Zeus is toilet trained, gets on great with other dogs and is even a gentle best friend with the chickens.Zeus is happy to follow you around the property and has a good recall. His owner has sadly gone into hospital and now Zeus is needing to find a new quiet home for his retirement years. He will need some time to adjust to his new home as he has only ever known his mum and his current home since a puppy.Zeus is located in Whakatane.For more information about Zeus contacthttps://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/zeus-whakatane/

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😍Meet handsome Tig 😍Tig is an 8-year-old male heading dog who has worked hard all his life and is now ready for his well-earned retirement. He can still do some light jobs but is not up to full-time work anymore. Hes very easy going, gets on well with other dogs and loves to hang out with his person and enjoy the easy life. Tig is located in Blenheim.To find out more about Tig, contact his owner https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tig-blenhiem/

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Meet Skye, a gentle 9-year-old Huntaway mix who has been in foster with us but sadly, her current fosterer can no longer keep her, and she needs to find a new loving home (either foster or forever) in roughly two weeks.Skye has spent her life working hard and asking for very little in return, and now she truly deserves a calm, loving retirement home where she can finally just be. She’s a gentle, affectionate girl who finds happiness in quiet companionship, soft beds, and knowing her person is close by. In her golden years, Skye doesn’t need much, just patience, kindness, and a family willing to love her for exactly who she is. In return, she’ll offer unwavering loyalty, comfort, and a beautifully gentle presence that makes a house feel like home.She’s good with children and cats, and does okay with other dogs when introduced calmly. Why Skye needs a special home:Skye has urinary incontinence, which means she’ll need a patient, understanding home where accidents are okay, and someone who doesn’t mind a bit of extra laundry and loving care. She’s still fit and healthy otherwise and has so much love to give.She’s currently fostered in Levin with RWDNZ and ready to settle into a peaceful life with someone who will adore her.Interested in adopting or fostering Skye? Head to the link below for more information:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/skye-levin-rwdnz-foster-dog/

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Stunning girl Jamie is a 2 year old heading dog. She is kind and friendly - loves people. Bred by her owners and never experienced anything bad in her life, but has been a very timid pup from the beginning, and unfortunately, it never changed. Also her owner hasnt been able to spend enough time with her to make her a proper work dog and now she is just too nervous about most things so it has been decided shed be better off with a loving family who doesnt expect anything from her. She loves children. Ok with other dogs. She will work stock but can be very easily called off. She is well-bred to work, but, as said, too scared, so she doesnt really do much!Contact her owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jamie-waipukurau/

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Update - Benny has been adopted. MEET BENNY! 🐾This absolute legend is Benny, and he is READY to find his forever humans 💥Benny is fun, friendly, full of personality. He is calm and courteous.He loves people, thrives on attention, and is always keen to be part of the action — walks, playtime, adventures, couch hangs… if you’re doing it, Benny wants in.He’s the kind of dog who makes you laugh daily and reminds you why life is better with a dog.Benny isn’t just looking for a home — he’s looking for his people ❤️If you want a loyal sidekick, adventure buddy, and all-round good boy, Benny might be the one you’ve been waiting for.✨ Don’t miss out on this gem ✨Find out more information about Benny here:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/benny-hastings-rwdnz-foster-dog/

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Meet Link 🤍A gentle, deeply affectionate boy looking for a calm, secure forever home.Once Link trusts you, he bonds hard, he’ll be your shadow, your comfort, your quiet companion. The world can still feel scary for him, so he needs a peaceful home, a very secure property, and access to his crate safe space at all times.Link loves:• Snacks (confidence-building gold!)• Soft toys (mostly to destroy them)• Zoomies in the yard over walks• Happy feet dinner dancesHe’s lived happily with other dogs, a cat, and older kids, but needs slow introductions and a patient, gentle adopter who understands nervous dogs.Fostered in Upper Hutt, local adopters preferred so we can take things at Link’s pace.Link isn’t a “plug and play” dog, but for the right person, he’ll be unshakably loyal and full of love.Could that be you?To learn more about Link and to enquire, please visit the link below.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/link-wellington-rwdnz-foster-dog/

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🐶Applications have closed for Jess, a home has been found. Thank you to all who applied ❤️Jess is a 6-year-old Huntaway X Lab with a beautiful, gentle temperament. She is exceptionally good with children, chickens, horses, other dogs, and cats.Jess enjoys being out on the farm and loves the environment; however, due to her kind nature, she is better suited as a companion rather than a working dog, as she prefers to befriend the stock rather than move them.Her owners are seeking a loving home for Jess where she can be a cherished family pet, ideally with children or with someone who enjoys taking her for walks and spending time with her. She is a calm, affectionate, and truly lovely dog who thrives on companionship.Find out more via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jess-timaru-2/

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REMEMBER FOG? 🤍🐶The pup you helped us fundraise to fix his broken femur. He’s all grown up — and he’s now officially looking for his forever home.Fog is a 9-month-old heading dog with the softest heart. After breaking his femur as a baby and spending weeks in vet care, he’s bounced back into a loving, playful, adventure-ready boy. He adores people, gets on great with other dogs, and thrives on connection, cuddles, and being part of the action.He’s currently seeking a foster-to-adopt home until he’s old enough to be desexed — ideally with someone who understands young, clever dogs and wants a loyal sidekick with a little goofy charm.✨ Supermodel legs✨ Big cuddler energy✨ Adventure buddy in the makingIf you remember Fog’s journey and want to be part of his happy ending, this could be your moment. 🐾 Learn more about Fog and apply to adopt him here:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/fog-balclutha-rwdnz-foster-dog/

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📌Yay!!! Boss has a nice 10 acre block to retire on💓Boss is a 9 year old Heading Dog, his owner would love for Boss to go to a lifestyle block or a nice retirement home that would take him for walks and treat him as part of the family as he is getting on the older, slower side with a little bit of arthritis but still loves to keep moving.Hes a very happy and friendly guy. Loves a good pat.To find out more contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/boss-masterton/

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Beautiful Beau is a 7 month old Huntaway who sadly won’t be able to handle big work days because he was recently diagnosed with hip dysplasia, His owner is very reluctantly parting with Beau as he’s such a nice pup with a great nature. Ideally she would like him to go to a loving home with a lifestyle block that has enough sheep to keep him content as he’s real keen. He would make a great mate.To find out more contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/beau-kurow-or-oamaru/

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