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"Hi, I’m Blade. I’m a beautiful natured 8-year-old hunting dog, living in Winton. 🐾I live with 14 other farm dogs. I just slot in with my crew. During mealtime, while us dogs are busy eating, I’ll sneak past the gates and head over to the house – just to check there’s no extra scraps around. 🧐My owner says, with me being charming and all, I get away with the sneakiness! 🥰I’ve always been a hard worker but, sadly, I injured one of my back legs. My owner thinks the world of me. He wants me to live out my golden years being pampered, with NO work!He wants only the BEST of pet homes for his girl. 💛Learn my story, and find his contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/blade-winton/

"Hey everyone, Fleet here. I have found a home with an absolutely lovely couple in Nelson. 💛My farmer was inundated with enquiries. She STILL is! 😮She was careful to find a home where she could be SURE I'd be loved for the REST of my days.Please consider my friends here. Some of these beautiful souls have waited months now, without ANY interest... and they are amazing doggies.Whether they've finished their work; have an injury or just no interest in working stock, please consider opening your heart to them anyway.Us working breeds have SO much to offer. 🥰It makes me sad to see them still waiting!" 💔

"Hi, I’m Rusty. I’m a 9-year-old huntaway – a gentle giant - living on a farm in Cheviot. 🐾Up till recently, I’ve been working sheep and cattle on my farm. 🐮I have some arthritis in my hips and legs, which means I can’t jump or run too fast anymore – so wading round in the water’s the BEST thing out for me! 💦With sheep around, I’m still driven to jump in and help. 😔My farmer's hoping to find me only the BEST of rural homes, where I can laze around, chew bones in the sun, swim and embrace my life’s passions – without the temptation to work.Learn my story, and find out how to adopt me, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rusty-cheviot/

"Hi, I’m Gordie. I’m a large handsome 8-year-old huntaway, living on a farm in Culverden. 🐾Sadly, when I was 6, I suffered a back injury. I’ve spent the last couple of years recovering and adjusting to a slower pace. Fortunately, time’s a good healer, I can still balance on the quad, and I’m pretty much back to my typical bouncy restless self! 💛I have some bone growth in my spine that can make things a bit rigid though.I can’t do much yard work anymore, or jumping, so my farmer would like to find me a loving, more relaxed home. 🥰Learn my story, and find out how to adopt me, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gordie-culverden/

Lace has decided it's time for retirement and we think this happy girl sure deserves it! After a "career" working on the hills near Gisborne behind a horse, Lace had been moved to Turangi for a twilight years "job" on the flat - unfortunately she's decided this (or her new boss) isn't for her - so she needs a pet home where she can have the rest and attention she deserves.At 10 years young, Lace is happy chilling but always ready for a walk. An old injury as a youngster means she has a pin in her leg but this isn't hampering her right now. More info on this "loyal, caring, kind old girl": https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lace-turangi/

"Lass here. Remember me? The 9-year-old heading dog cross that's really a pup at heart. 🐾 Do you know I'm another little working breed STILL waiting? 💔I'm a real character. I'll always have you laughing but I have a real sweet side too. 💛Learn more about me here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lass-ongaonga/

"Hi, I’m Kib. I’m a 3-year-old little sweetie, living on a farm in Pongaroa. 🐾It seems little heading dogs, like me, get overlooked! 😫Why? We make the world's most beautiful little pets! Me? I'm a gentle, soft-natured and loving wee girl. Won't you welcome me into YOUR life? 💛 https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/kib-pongaroa/

Jill is still waiting for her people! She is seriously the best dog ever, super loyal and affectionate, easy to have around, follows you like a shadow. Jill loves children and has a great sense of fun.She loves car rides, trips to the river, is always up for an adventure and will be the best mate you’ve ever had.Check out her ad here: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jill-pahiatua/

"Hi, we're 9-year-old Bertie and 10-year-old Barney. 🐾🐾We head off to our new foster home very soon. Excited for our next adventure!"

❗️❗️ ATTENTION: I need a new home by 27 April! ❗️❗️My owners could transport me, on the 27th, to the Opotiki or Hawkes Bay areas. "Hi, I’m Rum. I’m a 2-year-old male heading huntaway cross, living on a Gisborne farm. I'm just LOVELY. Great with people, plus I LOVE other dogs and I'm absolutely fine with CATS! 💛 Learn my story, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for.../rum-gisborne/

"Hi, I’m Jess. I’m a spritely 1-year-old heading huntaway cross, living in Hamilton.My greatest passion in life is my squeaky toy PIG. 🐷I'm another black beauty that's been overlooked. 💔Intelligent, lovable and very talented! I tick all the boxes. ☑️I can live in town or rural too!Have a read of my story, and you might just like to make me yours." 💛https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jess-hamilton/

Beautiful Zena is a very energetic happy girl who is an approximate 10-12 month old collie cross. She is extremely intelligent and knows how to come, sit, lie down and twirl. She would make an excellent agility dog 😊 She would be best suited to an active family/person who can give her the exercise she requires. A lifestyle block would be perfect for her.For more information contact Waikato Pound Pups below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/zena-pukekohe/

"Hi, I’m Luck. I’m a 6-year-old female huntaway, living in Waipawa. 🐾Beautiful smile, gorgeous nature and STILL waiting for my ideal home.Really heartbreaking. 💔You can make a difference. Share me with your family and friends. 💛Learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/luck-waipawa/ &lrm;

"Hi, I’m Tex. I’m a playful and keen to please 4-year-old Kelpie cross that looks much more like a huntaway! 🐾I live on a farm in Hastings. I'm STILL waiting for my ideal home. 💔Please learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tex-hastings/

"Hi, I’m Gabby. I’m an almost 2-year-old huntaway, living on a farm in Taranaki. 🐾I'm still waiting for my ideal home. 😔Such a lovable joyful wee girl I am. Feeling pretty sad that I've been overlooked. 💔Learn my story and you may want to welcome ME into your life."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gabby-stratford/ &lrm;

"Hi, I’m Spy. I’m a 9-year-old small male heading dog, living on a farm in Woodville.Can you believe I'm STILL waiting? 💔Learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/spy-woodville/

"Hi, I’m Neko. I’m a nearly-9-year-old collie huntaway cross and I’ve lived with my family, in Christchurch, since I was a wee pup. 🐾They nicknamed me ‘Houdini.’ 🎩One day, mum bought home a brain game gadget. 🧠Each button I put my paw on played a different word in mum’s voice... play, walk, outside, sleep, hungry…Well, I became obsessed with it!In the end, mum hid the machine. All she heard round the house was PLAY PLAY PLAY PLAY! 😅I may be somewhat of a genius little collie, but sadly, I struggle with certain anxieties. And this is a unique babysitting opportunity you may be able to help us with. 🥰Please learn my very special story, and find out how you can help, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/neko-christchurch

"Hi, I’m Poppy. I’m a 5-year-old heading dog mix.I’m currently living on a small lifestyle block in Eltham, Taranaki. 🐾It's TRUE when they say BLACK DOGS are overlooked! 💔I am lovable, multi-talented and enrich every life round me. 💛I'm healthy, well-behaved and I love to be a part of things and help round the place.I like chickens, that run through my property, a little TOO much. 🐔That's my only downfall!Yet, I sit here still... waiting... hoping... and feeling very sad about it all. 😥Please share me round, and learn my story, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-eltham/

"Hi, I’m Rum. I’m a 2-year-old male heading huntaway cross, living on a farm in Gisborne.❗️❗️❗️❗️ UPDATE: I need to find a great new home by 27 April! My owners could transport me, on the 27th, to the Opotiki or Hawkes Bay areas. 😀 ❗️❗️❗️❗️Please learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rum-gisborne/

💝 Adopted "Hi, I’m Bessie. I’m a just-over-1-year-old huntaway beardie cross, living in Waipawa. My farmer says I’m “a smiley girl, friendly and very soft-natured.”I am also OBSESSED with water. 💙Yip, I’ll happily take myself off to a nearby dam and try and get others in for a swim too!Being lovable, loyal – and lazy at work – my farmer’s hoping to find me an active pet home.I’m an easy girl to have around but, I’m young and energetic, so I need to keep my mind and body busy! 🐾Find my farmer's details, and learn my story, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bessie-waipawa/

Shoes is a young Huntaway, a very lovable dog who isn’t so sure whether she is for the farming gig. Regardless all she wants is love and to have a swim and run. She loves water. Farming life just may not be for her although she is handy enough in the yards. Shoes is kind, happy & friendly, with a puppy like brain still as she's only just turned one. If you are interested in giving Shoes her forever home contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/shoes-hastings/

Karen & Jess are medium-sized, female, probably heading dog X puppies, aged 2 months. These girls are part of a litter of 6 gorgeous fluff balls of love and cuddles looking for their happily ever after homes. Typical puppies with great natures and are being fostered in homes with other dogs and cats.For more information please go to our website below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/karen-jess-blenheim/

Oreo, Dobby, Brownie & Big Boy are medium-sized, male, probably heading dog X puppies, aged 2 months. These 4 boys are part of a litter of 6 gorgeous fluff balls of love and cuddles looking for their happily ever after homes. Typical puppies with great natures and are being fostered in homes with other dogs and cats.For more information about these pups go to our website below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/oreo-dobby-brownie-big-boy-blenheim/

Speck is a 10 year old Heading dog who has been his owners main stay and great mate since a puppy. He has done a lot of work and now definitely deserves an easy retirement, has slowed down a lot over the past 2 years, still works sheep but struggles to catch the head now, enjoys just sitting on the Ute or bike for most part of the day. He's a great natured dog.Contact his owner below if you can give this guy the loving retirement home he deserves:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/speck-cheviot/

Kaia is 2 years old, she was bred as a hunting dog but has a soft nature and not interested in hunting at all. She's a friendly but very energetic dog who will need room to move or regular activities. She has been brought up around other dogs, children, cats, chickens, goats, cattle, calves and sheep. If you can give her a forever home on your farm or lifestyle block or just as a companion for your very active lifestyle please contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/kaia-palmerton-north/

Peace , 9 years old now, is the most loving companion anyone could want. This girl has done her dash as a pig dog and as a mama and is now dreaming of peacefully sitting in someone’s truck/vehicle therefore she would love a home with someone who can take her with them during the day. Peace started out in life as a timid little thing but has been showered with love and kindness by her owners to bring her out of her shell and they are wanting someone to continue this and give her the company and love she deserves.Contact her owners below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/peace-wellington/

Millie is a 9 year old kelpie. She is a friendly, active, gorgeous red dog who mostly responds well to commands. She was a work fail early in life and has been an inside dog in a small town since. Millie is very loyal, intelligent girl and can still be taught new tricks. Millie loves her long walks & runs. She is an excellent guard dog. Although she suffers from anxiety which leads to reactive behaviour with other dogs until she knows them Millie is otherwise a relaxed and very loving dog. If you are able to give Millie her retirement home, perhaps rural or lifestyle contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/millie-ohakune/

"Hi, I’m Moose. I’m a 1-year-old huntaway cross, living on a New Plymouth farm. 🐾I’m a friendly snuggle bug that adores attention! 😍Sadly, I’m not much of a worker, so my farmer’s hoping to find me a new loving home."Learn lovely Moose's story, and find his farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/moose-new-plymouth/

"Hi humans, Lass here. 🐾Do you know that I'm STILL waiting for my ideal home? 😔I am such a lovely older girl. I'm feeling a little heartbroken about it, honestly. 💔Won't you consider welcoming a sweetheart, like me, into your world? 💛I melt the hearts of everybody I meet.Learn my story, and find out how to adopt me, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lass-ongaonga/

°°°RWD FOSTER DOG°°°Super pretty and clever Misty is looking for a home as a second dog. She loves the company of other dogs, and a playful canine buddy is a must for her.Misty identifies as a cat. She can be very affectionate but only on her terms; if she’s in the mood for some love, she will happily greet her people, but otherwise, she plays very hard to get.She has great recall, great with chickens, and is toilet trained.If you are looking for a dog that isn't in your face all the time but is super lovely and playful, then Misty is your girl. Find out more about Misty and see more photos here: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/misty-feilding-2/Apply to adopt Misty by filling in our adoption application here:https://bit.ly/RWD-ADOPTION

Hi, I’m Mack. I’m a handsome 10-month-old huntaway, living on a farm in Blenheim. I'm a beautiful-natured guy. 💛A little shy...But so gentle, I wouldn't hurt a fly! 🥰Ok, so working stock's not my thing... but I have SO much to offer!I mean, come on, how could you overlook a humble hunk of a huntaway, like me? 😎I'm a skilled magician too!Leave shoes on my porch and I’ll make them disappear, like magic! 🎩Learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/mack-blenheim/

"Hi, I’m Jess. I’m a spritely 1-year-old heading huntaway cross, living in Hamilton.My greatest passion in life is my squeaky toy PIG. 🐷AND being with my people. 🥰So, why hasn't anyone enquired about me? 💔I will make someone very happy. I have SO much love to give humans.Please learn my story, and find out how to adopt me, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jess-hamilton/

°°°RWD FOSTER DOG°°°Finn is still looking for his forever home, and we have no idea why. This dog is just the best to have around. A very chill dude. His passion in life is water, splashing swimming, ... anything water related. Finn would love a doggie playmate. Crate and toilet trained. He gets along with children of any age. Find out more about Finn and see more photos here: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/finn-feilding/Apply to adopt Finn by filling in our adoption application here:https://bit.ly/RWD-ADOPTION

"Hi, I’m Rum. I’m a 2-year-old male heading huntaway cross, living on a farm in Gisborne. 🐾And I’m a big goofball that loves a good play! 😎Working stock is NOT a passion of mine. I’m much keener on CHICKENS, unfortunately! 🙀I'm a beautiful-natured guy who just loves life. 💛Learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rum-gisborne/

"Hi, I’m Rusty. I’m a 9-year-old huntaway – a gentle giant - living on a farm in Cheviot. 🐾I have some arthritis in my hips and legs, which means I can’t jump or run too fast anymore – so wading round in the water’s the BEST thing out for me! 💦My farmer wants only the BEST of retirement homes for me! 🥰I have the most beautiful nature. I ADORE children. 👧Please only enquire if you can offer me a love-filled RETIREMENT, where I'll be pampered! 💛Please respect my wonderful farmer's wishes for me. I've worked hard. No more work for me, thank you! Learn my story, and find out how to contact my farmer, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rusty-cheviot/

"Hi everyone, Luck here. 🐾Sadly, I haven't had the best of luck myself.I've been overlooked, which has made me sad. 💔You see, I'm such a lovable girl. My farmer thinks the world of me!He sets special time aside for us to take walks together each day.He feels though, since I love being round people so much, I deserve more quality time with humans.Learn my story, and find my farmer's details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/luck-waipawa/

"Hi, Poppy here. Can you believe I'm STILL waiting? 🙀I'm so GREAT and all! Multi-talented, incredibly loving, loyal and fun! 🥰I have SO much to give. I'm really a little sad about it. 😔Learn my story, and find my foster mum's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-eltham/

Maxwell is a 3 year old Huntaway X. Fun, fit and loving dog. Raised on a dairy farm and loves to be adventurous. If you have an active adventurous lifestyle this guy would love to be your best mate. Contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/maxwell-greytown/

Beautiful Lezza, a 4 year old, small huntaway, is looking for a new forever home. A gentle sweet natured girl who loves alot of love and attention and is eager to please.Contact her owner for more information:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lezza-waipukurau/

Mahi is a one and a half year old lab X heading dog. Unfortunately due to his trail barking he hasn’t made the cut to be a pig dog. He certainly has the potential if he'd just stop yapping!! Mahi is full of energy, he’s a massive foody and loves to play!Contact his owner below for more information:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/mahi-levin-2/

"Hi, I’m Tex. I’m a playful and keen to please 4-year-old Kelpie cross that looks much more like a huntaway! 🐾First thing in the morning, I have a wrestle with my sister. We’re up on our back legs, front feet in the air. It’s quite a sight to see! 😆Sadly, when it comes to farm work, I lack the natural ability with stock. That’s okay though. I can safely say I’m 100% stockproof! Learn Tex's story, and find his farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tex-hastings/

Scout is a 9 month old Heading dog puppy. Scout has been raised as a pup indoors and has basic house training and enjoys human company. Would possibly suit someone looking for an agility dog. Has only seen stock twice so not stock proof yet. Its early days for Scout.For more information contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/scout-napier/

"Spy here, remember me? 🐾I'm STILL waiting for my ideal home. Can you believe it? 🙀Learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details, here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/spy-woodville/

"Hi, I’m Gabby. I’m a big almost 2-year-old huntaway, living on a farm in Taranaki. 🐾And my favourite thing is tearing up Croc shoes! 👣The temptation to dismantle a Croc is strong in me. 😆And you know what? It’s a miracle I’m here at all really. You see, while pregnant with me, my mum became very sick. She had an emergency C-section.The vet was sure none of the babies had survived. But then, she found a little 250-gram bundle, tucked up way deep inside. It was ME!" 🧡A truly beautiful soul, Gabby deserves the BEST of homes. 🥰Learn her story, and find her farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gabby-stratford/

Dear sweet little Sky is a 3 year old Heading dog. Sky has been on a farm but working life didn't work out for her. Sky can be timid but does eventually warm up to people. If you'd like to give Sky her forever home, give her some love and build up her confidence please contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs.../sky-taumarunui-2/

Fade is a 2 year old Heading dog X who hasn't had much time spent on him. He deserves to make a special bond with someone. He is keen to learn and a very active boy. Fade has a soft and playful nature.If you'd like to bring out Fade's potential and be his mate please contact his owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/fade-taumarunui/

"Hi, I’m Rusty. I’m a 9-year-old huntaway – a gentle giant - living on a farm in Cheviot. 🐾If we’re friends, I’ll come up and shove my ribs into your knees and push myself against you – nearly knocking you over! 😆I’m wonderful round children and when new people come to my farm, there IS the real danger I’ll lick them to death! 🥰I eat like a HORSE but I work off the extra calories with swimming! 💦I have some arthritis in my hips and legs, which means I can’t jump or run too fast anymore – so wading round in the water’s the BEST thing out for me! 🧡Learn Rusty's story, and find his farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rusty-cheviot/

Bryn is a very lovely loyal dog wanting an active forever home. A 3 year old heading dog X, she is great round kids, babies and stock. Overall an awesome girl but although she loves to think she knows what she’s doing when it comes to sheep and cows, she really has no clue 😉,If you can offer this sweetie a forever lifestyle home please contact her owner,https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bryn-wanganui/

"Hi, I’m Jess. I’m a spritely 1-year-old heading huntaway cross, living in Hamilton.My greatest passion in life is my squeaky toy PIG. 🐷I carry it in my mouth everywhere!I also LOVE tracking scents round the place. I fancy myself as a bit of a detective, actually! 🕵️&zwj;♂️My owner says, with me being so lovable and all, she’s hoping to find me nothing short of the BEST pet home, where I’ll be adored.I’ve lived rural AND in town, so I’d be fine wherever. I just need good exercise!"🥰Jess is beautiful inside and out. 🧡Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jess-hamilton/

Holly may look like the perfect Huntaway bred for farm life - but health issues mean this lovely lass needs a pet home. She's enjoyed a farm home where she's happy around other working breeds but it's time for her to do what she loves best - relaxing with her people. Her owner says she's a super happy, loyal and affectionate girl - and at 6 it's time for her to just chill. #porchdog Holly's details are here: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/holly-ashburton/

Star, a 2 year old heading dog, would rather be a pet than a work dog. She is very kind natured and is a friendly, happy girl who would love to be someone’s best mate.If you can give Star her forever home contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/star-taumarunui/

Look at this happy face! Winnie is bubbly and full of energy, and just wants to be your shadow. She's a 2 year old heading dog, hasn’t done much work but still very young and could turn out for the right person with time. Wiinie is a kind soul and needs a soft hand.Contact her owners representative below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/winnie-waimate/

"Hi, I’m Rum. I’m a 2-year-old male heading huntaway cross, living on a farm in Gisborne. 🐾Working stock is NOT a passion of mine. 😎My farmer says, when I’m out in the paddocks, I’m not sure whether I’m a heading or a huntaway! 😆I give the older dogs on my farm an extra bit of space. They’re not as keen to rough and tumble with Rum, and I respect that.I LOVE running round with the younger dogs, like me. We have great fun, woohoo!With work not being my thing and all, my farmer wants to find me a loving pet home. She thinks a lifestyle block – free of chickens - would suit me well. I love rural living!" 🧡Learn handsome Rum's story, and find his farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rum-gisborne/

Pocket Rocket... yeah that's pretty accurate for this bright spark though at 7 months she's showing no interest in sheep despite her strong working dog lineage.Her owner says she's happy to run with the quad bike or alongside the horse just to be involved. While she knows basic commands, she's also confident and happy playing and around people and may be suited to life as a pet - provided there's plenty of opportunity for her to stretch her legs and see a bit of action.Find out more about Rocket here: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rocket-new-plymouth/

"Hi, I’m Lass, a 9-year-old heading dog cross.But I’m still a puppy at heart. 🧡Every morning, my owner wakes to a gentle whimper from me in my kennel.A reminder I’m there and ready to start my day! 🥰Sadly, we must leave the farm now. My owner says I’m a sweetie and he’s sad to say goodbye. 💔He wants to find me a loving rural CAT-FREE home, so I can live out my days where I’m happiest - tracking scents in the country air! 🐾Learn Lass's story, and apply to adopt her, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lass-ongaonga/

"Hi everyone, Scruff here. I'm a 2-year-old beardie, living in Masterton.I'm a little timid when meeting other doggies but I'm a truly lovely boy. 🥰I hope you'll take the time to contact my owner and learn more about me.I could be the right fit for you!"https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/scruff-masterton/

"Hi, I’m Spy. I’m a 9-year-old small male heading dog, living on a farm in Woodville.I’m a particularly funny guy that keeps my farmer laughing. You see, when I’m happy, I’ll show my pearly whites and give a great BIG smile! 🥰While I can share my home easily with canines, FORGET the felines! 🙀Cats are my enemy because BIRDS are my friends, you see. I admire them. That’s why I perch on shoulders like a parrot!" 🐦Learn Spy's interesting story, and find his farmer's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/spy-woodville/

UPDATE: we have had a huge response thank you all, we won’t be taking further applications for fostering at this stage. We intend to be back in touch with everyone who has applied in the next couple of days.🐾 FOSTER HOMES NEEDED🐾We are looking for foster homes for the following dogs: *Cash: (Pictured below) *8 month old male Huntaway pup. Cash is good with other dogs and people, has not been around cats or chickens and will need some training there. Cash is currently based in Pahiatua and we are looking for a foster home in Pahiatua, Dannevirke, Feilding or Levin for him (near a Totally Vets clinic). Cash has suspected elbow dysplasia.*Patch: 18 month old entire male heading dog. Patch has not made the cut as a working dog and is looking for a foster home to teach him about pet life. Great recall and basic commands, good with other dogs, very obedient. A little timid. Currently based in Whanganui, would consider foster homes anywhere in the lower North Island preferably.RWD will cover all vet costs, food etc while you have a dog in foster for us. If you are able to help with either of these dogs, please fill out the following form and specify which dog would suit you best.bit.ly/RWD-FOSTERThanks so much ❤️🙏

"Hi, I’m Tex. I’m a playful and keen to please 4-year-old Kelpie cross, living in Hastings. I can run 50 kilometres per hour for well over a kilometre! 🏃&zwj;♂️I’m the fastest dog my farmer’s seen in a long while! 🐾Sadly, when it comes to farm work, I lack the natural ability with stock. My farmer has never been able to get me to bark at cattle. 🐮Since I don’t have the passion to work the farm, my farmer’s hoping to find me a loving pet home – with plenty of space to stretch my long legs!" 🥰Learn handsome Tex's story, and find his farmer's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tex-hastings/

Hey guys, Luck here. Despite my kind eyes, BIG heart and beautiful smile, I'm still looking for a lovely new home. 😥It's a shame because I have SO much love to give. I even give proper HUGS and all! 🥰I'm feeling a little sad about it. I'm a loving girl and I try my best at everything I do. 🧡If you decide you'd like to get to know me better, learn my story, and find my dad's email address, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/luck-waipawa/

"Hi, I’m Kib. I’m a 3-year-old heading dog, living in Pongaroa. Check out my gorgeous smile and pearly whites! 😍My farmer thinks I’d enjoy a quieter pace of life with lots of one-on-one time with humans. 🥰A place where I can relax and not feel the pressure to be a fulltime working girl. Oh, I’d also LOVE another young doggy pal to play with! 🐾I try my best at everything I do and I have excellent recall. My lovely farmer really has a soft spot for me. 😊She says she’ll be sad to say goodbye. 💔Learn little Kib's story, and find her farmer's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/kib-pongaroa/

"Hi, I’m Mack. I’m a handsome 10-month-old huntaway, living on a farm in Blenheim.And I have a BIG, beautiful deep bark! 🥰Sadly, it’s not much use on the farm – since working stock’s not my thing.I’m much more partial to stealing your shoes! 👣It’s true. Leave shoes on my porch and I’ll make them disappear, like magic! 🎩Good luck tracking them down. My farmer’s searched high and low and only found a couple! 😎Learn hunky huntaway Mack's story.Watch him in action 🎥 and find his farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/mack-blenheim/

"Hi, I’m Poppy. I’m a 5-year-old heading dog mix.I was rescued from the pound in early January - JUST in time! I’m currently living on a small lifestyle block in Eltham, Taranaki. My foster family is the BEST! 🥰Guess what? They taught me about BUBBLES!And it’s safe to say, I’m obsessed!I’ll snap at and chase those floaty balls till the cows come home!" 🐮Poppy is a very loving girl - jam-packed with talent! 😎Learn her story, and find her foster mum's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-eltham/

"Hi, I’m Flint. I’m an 19-month-old heading dog. I’m clean, polite and a quiet fella. My farmer says I’m a bright boy and I pick things up fast, so I need an active home with company during the day, space to run and places to splash! 💦I play well with all my pack. I take off on airborne zoomies! 🏃&zwj;♂️I love playing fetch. I set myself goals. I crunch up EVERY ball before you get it back! 🏀I have a slightly undershot jaw but my farmer says I’m a special wee man, just as I am. Her favourite in the litter. 🥰Learn Flint's story, and find his farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/flint-raetihi/

"Hi, I’m Lass, a 9-year-old heading dog cross, living in Ongaonga.I love swimming in the river and running alongside the quad!As a pup, I was trained to work stock – but stock are boring - so I became a pet. 💖Every morning, my owner wakes to a gentle whimper from me in my kennel.A reminder I’m there and ready to start my day!" 😍Sweet Lass is still a pup at heart! 😊Learn her story, and apply to adopt her, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lass-ongaonga/

"Hi, I’m Mist. I’m a 16-month-old heading dog, living on a Tapanui farm.As busy as I am, working sheep and cattle is NOT a priority! 🐑I live with multiple cats and I have no interest in THEM either. 🙀Unless they want to play – I’m always up for THAT! 😆Ok, so I’m not a good sheep dog… but my farmer says I’d make the world’s BEST pet!Mist is a gorgeous soul. 😍Learn her story, and find her farmer's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/mist-tapanui/

"Hi, I’m Poppy. I’m a 5-year-old heading dog mix.I was rescued from the pound in early January - JUST in time! 😍My foster family is the BEST! 💖I love everything here… including the neighbour’s CHICKENS!You see, these chickens… they’re skilled escapists. 🐔Juicy morsels that enjoy a regular run through my yard!Sadly, eventually all that temptation got the best of me!My foster mum understands. It sure is HARD fighting those natural urges! 😬Poppy is one smart cookie! 😊Learn her very interesting story, and find her foster mum's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-eltham/

"Hi, I’m Luck. I’m a 6-year-old female huntaway, living on a farm in Waipawa.My farmer says I’m a very affectionate girl – a lovely wee dog with a big heart.You see, I love hugging… I’m talking proper HUGS! 🥰I’ll literally jump up and wrap my paws around you and cross them over!" 🐾Need some Luck in your life? 😍Learn this gorgeous girl's story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/luck-waipawa/

"Hi, I’m Ted or ‘Teddy Bear’ to the kids in my family.My body may be 12 but in my heart I’m 2. 😍I’m super cruisy, except when it comes to work!I’ve been the mainstay huntaway for years on my sheep and beef farm.Need me to jump rails in the yards or run behind a mob all day? I’m there! 😎My owners try to tell me, “Ted, you can relax more now." But I’m tough. I’ll be ok. I just want to help them.I watch the team leave and I howl… wait for me! I can help. I want to help! 🥺Learn big-hearted Ted's story, and find his owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/ted-hawkes-bay/

"Hi, I’m Buddy. I’m a lively, leggy 2-year-old mix of catahoula lab and heading dog.I’m a highly intelligent boy - focused on the important things. Like stealing my owner’s baby wipes and hair ties! 😆When no one’s looking, I’ll sneak over and take a baby wipe, then wander round with it, to catch my owner’s eye. Once she sees me, away I go! 🐾I FLEW down the hallway with one last week, while my owner chased behind. 🏃&zwj;♀️Then I ran into the lounge and jumped over the couch - burying my head in one of the wall unit shelves. I won that round! She’ll have to work harder next time. 😎Multi-talented Buddy has many amazing skills! 🎥Learn his story, and find his owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/buddy-auckland/

Hey guys, Make sure you check out Kate Poulsen's page. This wonderful woman, with a heart of gold, is doing amazing things for the dogs we love so much. 😍https://givealittle.co.nz/cause/kate-poulsen-runs-for-retired-working-dogs-nz

"Hi, I’m Kib. I’m a pretty damn sweet 3-year-old heading dog! For the past couple of years, I’ve lived on my farm, in Pongaroa.I’m not a shy dog but I’m very soft-natured. I tend to get a little overwhelmed at times and can lose my confidence. 😔My farmer has recently given up shepherding, so there’s not a lot of work for me. She thinks I’d enjoy a quieter pace - PET life with lots of one-on-one time with humans." 🥰Little Kib is a beautiful soul. She deserves the BEST! ❤Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/kib-pongaroa/

"Hi, I’m Flint. I'm a 19-month-old heading dog, living in Raetihi. I’m clean, polite and a quiet fella. ❤One day, I might grow a fin because…I’m part fish! I LOVE water. 🐟Right from a wee tacker, I’d play with my drinking bowl - splashing round in my kennel. Woohoo water party! 💦Now I’m the only one with a concrete bowl in my kennel! 😆Check out these gorgeous ears! 🥰Learn Flint's story, and find his owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/flint-raetihi/

"Hi, I’m Miss and I’m 12. I’m retiring from my Ohakune farm, with my friend, Smoke, who you’ll also find here. Wherever the ute is on my farm, I’ll find it and jump on the back – ready to start a job.It’s the working dog in me! 😁I’m great around people. I’m affectionate. I’ll lean on your leg. 🥰Otherwise, I’m an independent lass. Happy doing my own thing. Learn this gorgeous girl's story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/miss-ohakune/

"Hi, I’m Smoke and I’m 12. I’m retiring from my Ohakune farm, with my sister, Miss, who you’ll also find here. My farmer’s my biggest fan.He says, I’ve always been a brilliant mate! 🥰I sit underneath my favourite tree in the paddock and take in the country air. When the sparrows and starlings fly in, I’ll bark and try to chase them. 🐦 My farmer says I’ve got NO show of catching one - but it keeps him entertained watching me try! 😆Learn Smoke's story, and find his owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/smoke-ohakune/

"Hi, I’m Lass, a 9-year-old heading dog cross, living in Ongaonga. ❤While my team worked, I tracked scents in the hill country, finding those pesky wabbits!Now, it’s just me and my owner. I can’t catch rabbits now but tracking's fun! 🐰Sometimes I bring a hedgehog home to my farmer. 'Maybe he can stay for dinner?'No, he says. He tells me to let him go, and I do." 🦔Learn this girl's sweet story, and apply to adopt her, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lass-ongaonga/

"Hi, I’m Luck. I’m a 6-year-old female huntaway, living in Waipawa.I’m one of a big team of working dogs. We all get along GREAT!There’s only ONE thing we don’t have in common. They like working stock and I think it’s BORING! 😆My farmer's hoping to find me a loving PET home, where I can run, play and be adored for the sweet girl I am." 🥰Learn Luck's story, and find her contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/luck-waipawa/

"Hi, I’m Gin. I’m a 5-year-old female heading dog, living on a Taranaki farm. I’m a girl with PEP! First thing in the morning, I bounce around like a bunny rabbit! 🐰My farmer says I’m a very special girl ❤You see, I have an undershot jaw and recently lost a canine tooth.I don’t let THAT minor thing bring me down though. Besides, I think it makes me look distinctive! It’s good to be unique in this world!" 🥰Gin is a real sweetie!Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gin-waitara/

We will be back at the Martinborough Fair tomorrow, with another epic raffle and our four-legged friends can’t wait for more pats! 🤩We will also be giving away some of our gorgeous 2024 Calendars to those who donate on the day.We can’t wait to see you there! ❤️

"Hi guys, Kib here.I'm a sweet gentle girl - still waiting for my ideal pet home 🥰Please don't forget about me, will you? Learn my story, and find my farmer's contact details here."https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/kib-pongaroa/

"Hi, I’m Poppy. I’m a 5-year-old heading dog mix.I was rescued from the pound in early January - JUST in time! 😬It's safe to say, I’m obsessed with BUBBLES! I’ll snap at and chase those floaty balls till the cows come home! 🐮I love everything in my foster home… including the neighbour’s CHICKENS!You see, these chickens… they’re skilled escapists!Juicy morsels that enjoy a regular run through my yard! 🐔Sadly, eventually all that temptation got the best of me!My foster mum's hoping to find me a loving permanent home.One that hasn’t become a recreational exercise area for tasty birds!" 😆Bubble-chasing Poppy is exceptional 🥰Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-eltham/

"Hi, I’m Jos. I’m a 12-year-old female heading dog, living on a farm in Taihape.I’m very respectful and obedient. Even if there’s STEAK, I won’t wander into the kitchen and steal it! 🥩Of course, I’ll be THINKING about it though! 😉Back in my heyday, I considered myself the matriarch!I’m older now, so I’ve stepped down from the top position. If I feel like being adored, I’ll come up to my farmer; lie down, roll over and expose my tummy. That’s my hint I’m ready for a belly scratch please!" 🧡We all need a Jos in our life 🥰 Check out this girl's gorgeous pics! Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jos-taihape/

"Hi, I’m Mist. I’m a 16-month-old heading dog that ADORES belly rubs! 🧡I live on a Tapanui farm, in West Otago.I’m a girl that’s keen on the fast life - always on the go! 🏍In fact, it was a challenge, for my farmer, just keeping me still for these photos! 😆As busy as I am, working sheep and cattle is NOT a priority! 👎Just the other night, I was in the paddock with a big mob of ewes. Well, my farmer says, I’m certainly stockproof. In fact, I couldn’t care less! 🤣Ok, so I’m not a good sheep dog… but my farmer says I’d make the world’s BEST pet!" Gorgeous Mist puts a smile on her farmer's face every day!Learn her story and melt over her puppy pics 😍Watch her in action 🎥 and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/mist-tapanui/

"Hi, I’m Luck. I’m a 6-year-old female huntaway, living on a farm in Waipawa.I love hugging… I’m talking proper HUGS!I’ll literally jump up and wrap my paws around you and cross them over! 🥰I can be a little shy in crowds of people.Did I mention though, that I come out of my shell when the motorbike’s around? 🏍I LOVE running alongside my farmer when he’s on his bike. Even if I hear the bike, from MILES away, I’m THERE - ready to join the fun!"Needing some LUCK in your life? 🥰Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here.https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/luck-waipawa/

"Hi, I’m G and I’m a 1-year-old girl.There’s one thing I live for… ZOOMING! 🏃&zwj;♂️I also enjoy moving shoes into the yard! 😆Don’t worry, I don’t chew. I just throw them around and have a great time – woohoo!One of my favourite things in my day is getting belly rubs!What an AMAZING invention!" 🧡G is just lovely. Learn her story, and find her owner's contact details, here. https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/g-ashburton/

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