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$TGIF and heres Ash whose smile says it all!Ash is a young heading dog seeking a pet home - while he started on farm, a fractured femur put an end to his working life. His owner says hes showing no ongoing impacts of the injury. He is toilet trained and good with children, has great recall and is well-trained. He just LOVES his people and pet life. 🥰https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/ash-christchurch/$

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Nugget is a large Black Huntaway, still able to work fine. Hes is an ex mainstay, works in the paddock and yards, only rehoming as he is just getting a bit old for the large amount of yard work his owners do. Hes needing a semi retirement home.Contact his owner for more info on Nugget below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/nugget-gore/

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Brute is a super friendly retired huntaway looking for a home with a slower pace of life. He is still able for his age of 10 and has only been very lightly worked for the past ~5 years, he would suit a lifestyle block perfectly. His commands are a simple left and right and he is sensible in the yards. That said, he is 10 so is not suitable for every day work. He is a large dog and has a strong deep bark on him.His owner has unfortunately moved to a retirement home himself and his current minders dont have space to continue to keep him.Contact them below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/brute-waipawa/

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Pal is a lovely natured 1 year old Huntaway. Unfortunately hes showing little to no interest in stock work as yet. He is a happy and friendly boy and would make a great active family pet.For more info contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/pal-hamilton/

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Milo, 4 year old Kelpie, is a real character and always on the go. He has been a great companion and hunting dog but it’s with a heavy heart that his owner is rehoming him due to relocating overseas. Milo is great with kids although very playful and can be a bit rough. He’s got loads of energy so definitely suited to a lifestyle block as he can be a bit of a barker too. He’s good with cattle, sheep, goats and chickens but unsure about cats.He loves cuddles and trips to the beach or swimming holes. Milo loves being curled up on the couch by the fire or in the sun on the deck.Contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/milo-dargaville/

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Beaver is a 4 year old Hunting/Pig Dog. She is a sweetheart who loves cuddles, adventures and food. She has been a great companion and hunting dog but it’s with a heavy heart that her owner is going overseas and needs to find her a good home. She loves being curled up on the couch by the fire or on the deck in the sun. She’s good with chickens, cattle, sheep and goats. Got a loving forever home for Beaver? Contact her owner below: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/beaver-dargaville/

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Snoop is a happy male heading dog, 1 year old, who loves running fast and playing with the pack and the family, but has not made it as a working dog and is not getting the exercise he needs. Snoop is lovely, lively, friendly dog but can have quiet moments for cuddles too with kids and grown ups. He has a confident return to whistle and name, and a sit command, but has failed to learn further commands so may be better suited to life with a active family.Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/snoop-waipawa/

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Blue is a 2 year old Bearded Collie X, a good boy, well trained and very trainable.He has been used a little to help move cows and sheep but is mainly a pet currentlyHes a border collie cross with German wire haired pointer.Blue is fun, hes a really happy and chilled out boy, Loves a run or a bike ride so needs an active lifestyle. His owners are very sad to have adopt him out, contact them below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/blue-masterton-2/

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OMG, those stunning ears!! And Shae has character to boot! A 2 year old Heading dog who has had to retire early. Still happy to run and work sheep but may have limits on rugged steep terrain. Shae is an absolute delight and it is with a very heavy heart his owners have to look at rehoming him. He is quirky, sweet and has energy to burn so an active home would be ideal. Very obedient and well mannered boy, who has done some basic work with sheep but still unsure of cattle. He has a story which Ihis owner is happy to share with anyone who may be keen on taking on our special boy.Contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/shae-whangarei/

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📌Seal has found a home💓Seal is a 3 year old Beardie Huntaway. Shes a real sweetie but anxious, not cut out for farm work on a large sheep and beef farm. She wants to help in yards where she works well but requires a very soft hand . Unfortunately shes not reliable enough for farm work as she is very skitterish but is great around kids and nice natured.Seal would suit a small farm or lifestyle block.Please give this lovely girl a forever home! Contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/seal-wanaka/

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Link is a large 12 year old Huntaway, a fantastic backing dog, will do anything for a pat! Would happily be a family pet but would suit a lifestyle block with a small amount of work. Link is very gentle and loves a pat, she is happy working or being with other dogs but a bit grouchy with smaller dogs or puppies these days.Contact her owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/link-invercargill/

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❤️Flec has been adopted ❤️Flec is a softy and keen to please, 10 year old Heading dog. Shes a loveable social girl that has earned her retirement. Has never been mainstay but has been in work up until March. She has both sides, walk up and stop. Sheep or cattle. Could do a bit on a lifestyle block but is happy as a doorstep dog too.She has confirmed arthritis in her back legs but hasnt affected her yet.Contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/flec-methven/

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Betty is a four-year-old heading cross whos great at ... rounding up chickens 🤣But seriously - shed make a great lifestyle block dog or family pet. Shes house-trained, great with other dogs and used to kids.And can I just say... heading dogs make the best companions?Find out more about Betty: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/betty-new-plymouth/

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Oh soooo handsome Banjo is a young Hunting dog trapped in the wrong environment. Luckily for Banjo his caring owners recognise this and are seeking a working home for him. Hes only 11 months old so still very much a puppy with untapped potential. Hes very fast on the run.Contact his owners via the link below if you have a place for Banjo with you:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/banjo-dunedin/

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Cruze is a gorgeous 7 year old tricoloured Huntaway X looking for a new forever home with an active loving family. He loves to be around people. Cruze has been a pet for some time as although he was born of working parents he himself failed. He loves to fetch a ball or stick and is still very active and excitable which makes his current situation, living with his owners elderly parents, somewhat untenable. Contact his owner below if you have a spot which would make this boy happy.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/cruze-dannevirke-2/

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Sweet Dio is a 1 year old Huntaway X. Dad is a greyhound & her mum is a retired pig hunter. She is very energetic, playful and cheeky. Still thinks shes a pup. Very fast and loves to run. Not sure on strangers but once she gets to know you she is lovely.Looking for an active lifestyle family on rural property.For more info on Dio contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/dio-palmerston-north/

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Oh happy happy dog!! This is Comet, a 2-year-old Catahoula x Huntaway with a beautiful mix of energy, playfulness, and heart. He’s ready for his forever home. He’s shown natural interest in herding cows on a small lifestyle block before, so there may be potential for farm training. He would also do well on a lifestyle property where he can run free, be mentally stimulated, and be part of the action.Contact his owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/comet-napier/

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Miss is a small, friendly dog but a little bit shy. Shes a huntaway X, 7 years old who has been a handy dog on the farm, kept as a spare and used when needed. She will bark at stock. Miss is sick of just being the spare and would love a new forever home with a loving family of her own. Great for a pet or small life style block, likes room to run around.Contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/miss-waipukurau/

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Give gorgeous Gino a chance!!! Young huntaway X with untapped potential trapped in a backyard. Gino is a heading dog who came from a lady who was trying to find homes on behalf of a farmer.He is a great, caring dog with lots of energy. He loves cuddles but also loves zoomies in the backyard. He listens well, loves other dogs and is very friendly.He needs a job or a forever home with room to run in a rural/lifestyle environment.Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gino-silverdale/

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Oh soooo handsome Banjo is a young Hunting dog trapped in the wrong environment. Luckily for Banjo his caring owners recognise this and are seeking a working home for him. Hes only 11 months old so still very much a puppy with untapped potential. Hes very fast on the run.Contact his owners via the link below if you have a place for Banjo with you:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/banjo-dunedin/

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Bro is a retired huntaway, 10 years old, looking for a really nice forever retirement home as his owner has passed away. He is very nice natured dog that would still like to do the odd bit of work but definitely not full days although he still has a suprising amount of energy for an older fella.Bro is a bubbly, very friendly, happy boy, loves to get out and about and a good pat.For more information contact is via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bro-gore/

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Pine is a very friendly old soul whose owner has passed away so he is looking for his forever retirement home. He still likes to do the odd bit of work but is definitely slowing down now. He loves to get out and about and loves pats. He is used to a young child and is around cats and a chicken. For more information contact is via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/pine-gore/

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Gem by name, a gem by nature!! Shes 10 year old retired pig dog looking for her new retirement home. Her owners want the best home possible for her as she is a very special girl. She has such a cool personality and loves attention and pats ! She is very laid back and great to leave off around the house. Great with other dogs and has been around cats,horses & stock.Contact her owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gem-pahiatua-2/

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Chops broken heart, part two: Update 😍 Thankyou to everyone who has liked, shared commented and especially for the donations - we’ve raised enough to pay Chop’s surgery bills! When we took Chop into foster we had no idea of his heart defect, and cases like his test all our nerve. His likely positive outcome meant he was a good candidate for surgery and it broke all our hearts to know that without it he had months or just weeks to live. But raising $4150 to pay for treatment was a big call - we felt this community had our (his) back.The team @Massey pulled our boy through a thoracotomy - open chest surgery. Chop is now recovering well with his amazing foster mum Michelle, hes full of life and just being your average kid on a sugar high Huntaway puppy . You can still donate and if we exceed money needed to pay for Chop all funds will be used for vet bills: https://buy.stripe.com/3cs5loeT16S9eoU28bor direct to: The Retired Working Dogs NZ Charitable Trust 03-0725-0001027-000.For a receipt, put your email address in reference details for bank transfer or email us treasurer@retiredworkingdogs.org.nz

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