Please note Tess is a RWD foster dog.

Tess is a medium-sized, female Heading Dog X, aged 4 years old.

Tess is fostered in Hastings.

Is Tess used to children? Yes, older.
Is Tess used to cats? Yes.
Is Tess toilet-trained? Yes.
Is Tess used to stock? Yes.
Is Tess used to chickens? Yes.
How well does Tess get on with other dogs? Great.

Meet Tess — a quiet, compact, obedient wee lass who arrives with most of the hard work already done and a heart full of gentle devotion.

Tess is a sleek, slender beauty, carrying the grace and agility of a whippet wrapped in the soft, intelligent features of a collie cross. She moves with a lightness that makes her seem almost effortless, and her calm presence brings an immediate sense of peace into any room. Whether she’s curled up contentedly in her crate or stretched out on your couch, she settles in as though she’s always belonged there.

At 4 years old, Tess looks and feels younger — bright-eyed, alert, and eager to please. She’s fully house trained, vaccinated, and spayed, making her an easy addition to a home that appreciates a dog who already understands the basics. Her only remaining “work-on” is her sensitivity to sudden sounds or quick human movements indoors. Trust, for Tess, is something that grows steadily and quietly. She blossoms with gentle handling, predictable routines, and a calm environment where she can feel safe.

A boisterous, high-energy household would overwhelm her emotionally. She doesn’t understand that you’re shouting at the TV referee and not at her, and she takes the world’s chaos a little personally. But in the right home — one that values softness, patience, and steady reassurance — she will thrive.

Out in the world, Tess is a different girl entirely. She walks beautifully both on and off leash, showing none of the wariness she sometimes feels at home. She meets new dogs and people with surprising confidence, and she listens with impressive focus. Her recall is excellent, and she responds to guidance with a look that says, “I’m trying my best — what would you like me to do next?”

If you’re searching for a loyal companion who will bond deeply, love quietly, and look to you with trust and devotion, Tess may be the perfect match. She’s the kind of dog who becomes your shadow, your soft place to land, and your steady friend.

Don’t miss out on this special girl — apply now to meet Tess.

Adoption fee: $350 (includes spey, vaccination, microchip, flea/worm treatment, and registration). Vet reference and property inspection required.

More info please email adoptionsrwd@gmail.com

To adopt Tess: https://form.jotform.com/adoptionsrwd/ADOPTIONAPP