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Meet Queen Shes a 3 year old Heading dox x, who is looking for a pet home or someone willing to train her to work. Queen is enthusiastic and eager to please. She has lots of energy and absolutely loves going on walks/runs.We would love for her to go to a loving owner who has the time to put into her.Want to know more about Queen ?click belowhttps://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/queen-arthurs-pass/

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✈Meet Jet ✈Jet is a friendly three-legged dog with loads of personality. He’s still fit but is now ready for a slower pace of life. He’s good around stock but sometimes tries to round up sheep or chickens on his own! Jet’s not a fan of thunder and will seek you out for comfort during storms. He loves to “chat” and pull funny faces, making him a joy to have around.✅used to children❓used to cats❌toilet-trained✅used to stock✅used to chickens✅get on with other dogsJet is located in Piopio - contact his owner for more information https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jet-piopio-2/

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🔔Meet Jam🔔Jam is a brindle and white 6-month-old, male heading dog. Hes showing interest in sheep and would do well in a home where someone has time to train him further. Hes a friendly, quiet dog and with a bit of training and he will become loyal to his new owner. At the moment he loves to run around and play with the other pups and is happy to come back for a pat.✅used to children❓used to cats❌toilet-trained✅used to stock❌used to chickens✅gets on with other dogsJam is located in Gore - contact his owner for more information https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jam-gore/

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📌ADOPTED💓Bea is a BEAutiful Heading dog cross, 1 year old. Unfortunately she throws more to the cross and not the heading dog so would suit a pet going forward. She has a lovely nature and loves people. She has not experienced being around small children but is great with everyone she has metBea is full of BEAns. She is active and loving, she lives outside in a kennel at night but loves to come inside for cuddles. Food driven so great for training. She has recall and sit (mostly!).If you are interested in giving Bea a loving forever home contact her owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bea-athol/

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Ziggy has just come to say its that time of the year again - Christmas is just around the corner, and our amazing calendars make the perfect gift for dog lovers and supporters!Get your hands on our 2026 calendar, featuring stunning photos of our retired working dogs and the incredible work we do. All proceeds go towards supporting our four (sometimes three) legged friends, so youre helping make a difference too!Dont miss out! We have LESS THAN 70 CALENDARS LEFT, so get in quick! Head to our online shop now and grab yours before theyre gone!Shop now: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/shop/Orders will be despatched ASAP, but please allow time for delivery before Christmas (by the postal schedule they should arrive in time). Dont wait - get yours today and show your support for these amazing dogs!

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UNFORTUNATELY SOUTH ISLAND ENTERIES ONLY BUT HOW AMAZING!! https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AZN6NBtCY/

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😍ADOPTED😍 Bea is a BEAutiful Heading dog cross, 1 year old. Unfortunately she throws more to the cross and not the heading dog so would suit a pet going forward. She has a lovely nature and loves people. She has not experienced being around small children but is great with everyone she has metBea is full of BEAns. She is active and loving, she lives outside in a kennel at night but loves to come inside for cuddles. Food driven so great for training. She has recall and sit (mostly!).If you are interested in giving Bea a loving forever home contact her owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bea-athol/

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Meet Jet. Hes a lovely 10 month old heading dog. Jet is a tried-to-be a working heading dog but hes just not interested in sheep or cattle but he has a beautiful nature, very gentle and would make an awesome pet. Has a sit, stay and call back, is used to children and great with other dogs. Best suited to a rural/lifestyle situation or an active loving family.Contact Jets owner below if you might have the right home for him:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jet-taihape/

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RWDNZ FOSTER DOG 🌟 MEET BO — THE DOG WITH A HEART AS BIG AS HIS SMILE 🌟 Ready for: Love • Stability • His Forever HumanBo isn’t just a dog—he’s a comeback story in motion.This gorgeous, bright young boy has taken life’s tough start and turned it into pure potential.Bo is intelligent, playful, affectionate, and absolutely full of life. He didn’t get the guidance every pup deserves, which left him a little overwhelmed and unsure of how to navigate the world. But none of that was ever his fault—he simply needed someone to show him the way.In foster care, Bo has transformed. With calm, consistent training (the simple kind anyone can learn!), he’s gone from confused to confident. This boy thrives with structure and routine—give him boundaries and he gives you brilliance. He is eager, responsive, and genuinely wants to get things right.Bo doesn’t need perfection.He just needs someone steady—someone who can be his anchor.Find out more: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bo-hastings-rwdnz-foster-dog/Apply to adopt: https://form.jotform.com/adoptionsrwd/ADOPTIONAPP

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Meet Jet. Hes a lovely 10 month old heading dog. Jet is a tried-to-be a working heading dog but hes just not interested in sheep or cattle but he has a beautiful nature, very gentle and would make an awesome pet. Has a sit, stay and call back, is used to children and great with other dogs. Best suited to a rural/lifestyle situation or an active loving family.Contact Jets owner below if you might have the right home for him:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jet-taihape/

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*MEET BELLE & SEB, THE ADVENTUROUS SIBLINGS!*RWDNZ FOSTER DOGSLooking for their forever homes are these two gorgeous Huntaway X pups, Belle (black & tan) and Seb (black & white)! These 2-month-old siblings are as different as they are adorable - Belles a firecracker, always on the go, while Sebs a bit more laid back (but just as playful!).- Used to kids, great with other dogs- Not met cats, chickens, or stock yet (but babies, so good introductions are key!)- Affectionate, playful, and loving- Potential working dog vibes from Belle (but bothll be awesome family pets!)If youre an active family Belle & Seb are ready to bring laughter and joy into your life!FIND OUT MORE:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/belle-and-seb-havelock-north/APPLY TO ADOPT: https://form.jotform.com/adoptionsrwd/ADOPTIONAPP

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📌Pipi has a new forever home for Xmas!💓Pipi is a sweetheart who only wants to please!! Shes a 5 year old Huntaway X, a small dog, like a big foxy. Pipi is very bubbly, always happy to see you, loves cuddles, always wants a belly rub. She has a lot of energy and gets on well with everyone. Shes a failed farm dog but she loves people and other dogs. She is very attention seeking and does need to learn about personal space but otherwise is lovely to have around.If you can give sweet Pipi a new home for Xmas (there is an element of urgency here) contact her owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/pipi-cambridge-or-thames/

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🤩Darling Duke is ready for retirement🤩Duke is a loyal, kind-hearted large, male Huntaway, aged 7 years old. Hes worked all his life on farm and is now ready to enjoy the good life with no more pressure of farm duties. He will thrive in a home where he can go on gentle walks, have plenty of cuddles and enjoy a quieter pace of life. He will be your new best friend.Duke is located in Turakina (Whanganui) and is looking forward to meeting you. Contact his owner for more information https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/duke-wanganui/✅used to children✅used to cats✅toilet-trained✅used to stock✅used to chickens✅get on with other dogs

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Ollie is a 10 year old beardie huntaway who has been a very loyal and excellent working dog for his owner but unfortunately is no longer fit for a working lifestyle so is now looking for a new relaxing home.Ollie is a very well mannered and enthusiastic dog, who’s always got his tail wagging. He’s kind hearted and gentle. Ollie loves a pat and a swim in a trough on hot days. Ollie would still love to be chasing sheep around the hills but unfortunately just can’t anymore and therefore, sadly, is spending most of his time in his kennel so needs to find a new home and a loving companion to take him on different adventures to enjoy life again.Contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/ollie-hastings/

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🐾 🧡 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗺 – 𝟵𝘆𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗛𝘂𝗻𝘁𝗮𝘄𝗮𝘆 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗟𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝗺𝗲! 🧡🐾 📍 Fostered in Feilding 𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗺: • Friendly, gentle, easy-going boy • Hard of hearing but responds well to whistles • Slight leg stiffness – managed with Green Lipped Mussel • Loves to follow his human around and hang out, loves pats𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄: • Great with other dogs • Used to stock & chickens (may sneak an egg!) • Good with older kids • Cats – unknown • Knows basic commands & eager to please𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁: • Is know to escape but isnt in foster on a lifestyle block • Best suited to a quiet home with calm kids or adults only• Toilet trained, loves sleeping indoors🩺 Desexed, Vaccinated, microchipped, flea/worm treated, registered𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗦𝗮𝗺, 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/sam-feilding-rwdnz-foster-dog/

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$5 goes a long way to help us rehome more dogs! Have you donated yet?Just like we find new purpose for dogs by giving them a second chance, Wool.Life and Norsewear work together, with Wool.Life repurposing Norsewears woollen sock scraps into the comfiest dog beds. Were super grateful to say weve been donated a dog bed (embroidered with your dogs name!) and a pair of socks, and every person who donates during the month of December will be in to win (if youve already donated, youre already in the draw!)🐾Donate belowhttps://buy.stripe.com/bJebJ07pl56rc0tagp2VG08

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🥰ADOPTED🥰Lovely Izzy is a loyal, good natured dog. He has been his owners main heading dog for many years and now, at 9 years old, he is starting to slow down a bit and they would like Izzy to go to someone who is kind and compassionate to animals. He has a lovely personality and enjoys being around people, loves pats and kind words.Izzy is still working and would still work if required to but to be mindful of his age.Contact his owners via the link:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/izzy-cheviot/

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🐾 💛 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗭𝗲𝗸𝗲 – 𝗟𝗼𝘆𝗮𝗹 𝟳𝘆𝗼 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗼𝗴 𝗫 𝗟𝗼𝗼𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗛𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲! 💛🐾 📍 Fostered in Auckland𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗭𝗲𝗸𝗲: • 7-year-old male Heading Dog X • Medium-sized, affectionate, and loves kids • Retired working dog, now looking for a loving, relaxed home • Super loyal and loving to his humans • Not friendly with other dogs – best as an only dog (slow intro to a female dog possible, no guarantees) • Not cat or chicken friendly – needs a home without them or with secure fencing • Used to stock • Toilet training unknown • Old shoulder injury causes a funny gait but doesn’t bother him • Active and playful at a comfortable pace • Not suited to high-impact work or being a working dog💛 Zeke is looking for a calm, loving home where he can be himself and shower his people with loyalty and affection.𝗜𝗳 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝘄𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗭𝗲𝗸𝗲, 𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗸:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/zeke-rwdnz-foster-dog-auckland/

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