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🐾 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐬𝐨𝐮𝐥 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐞 is a lovely 10 year old Heading dog who has been his owners main man and has run many miles for him. 💓 But after a incident with a bull and father time catching up, he is looking for a home where he can enjoy the finer things in life. He doesnt really like groups of dogs, hes more of a loyal one person dog. He would love to assist in your garden or doing a farm tour but unsure about the chickens ☺️𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨 𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐥𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐰𝐧𝐞𝐫 𝐯𝐢𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/blade-tarras/

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⚡ZIGGY⚡Ziggy is a 9-year-old, large, male retired pig dog now looking for a permanent stock-free home to live out his golden years. He’s kennel trained and has spent time inside the house for short periods. Ziggy is a playful, affectionate, and active dog who loves pats, cuddles, going for runs, and exploring new places. Hell thrive with someone who enjoys the outdoors and can give him the attention and exercise he deserves and because hes a bit older, he loves time to relax too!Ziggy lives in Oamaru and would love to meet you if you can offer him a home where he is the only dog (or with a female dog only) and can keep him safe when out and about on adventures.❌used to children❌used to cats❓toilet-trained❌used to stock❌ used to chickens⚠️Ziggy gets on with female dogs onlyFind out more about Ziggy by contacting his owner https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/ziggy-oamaru-2/

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Meet Speight, a gentle 10-year-old retiree after many loyal years working stock on the farm. He’s clever, well-trained, and happiest by your side. Speight is cuddly, snuggly, kennel-trained, and loves nothing more than soaking up the sun. A loyal companion looking for a comfortable, loving home to enjoy his retirement.Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/speight-martinborough/

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Chopper is a sweet-natured 5 year old Huntaway who is ready to find his new family. Chopper is a gentle, affectionate boy who adores attention, pats, and being around people. He has lived his whole life on a farm and is well used to space and activity, but hes not particularly keen on stock work, so were looking for a home where he can enjoy life as a loved companion rather than a working dog.Hes an energetic dog who will thrive with:- Plenty of exercise- A family who can give him time, love, and stimulation- Space to stretch his legsChopper will make a wonderful addition to the right home - hes loyal, sweet, and always ready for a cuddle.Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/chopper-martinborough-2/

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Tag is a retired working girl who is as sweet and gentle as they come. She’s loving, cuddly, well-mannered, and trained from years on the farm. Tag is fully kennel-trained, healthy, and has no medical issues.Her owners are hoping to find her a calm, caring home where she can enjoy her well-earned retirement. If you’re looking for a loyal companion with a big heart, Tag is your girl.Contact her owners below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tag-martinborough/

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Lovely Kai is a 3 month old Huntaway X pup. Her owners son got her to train up as a working dog because he was going to go sheep farming but circumstances have changed now so Kai is looking for her perfect home.Kai is friendly, playful, well behaved. She has all the good stuff for a working dog and/or companion. Responsive, Quick Learner and Obedient.Preference will be given to young shepherds starting out or someone older who needs a mate to help with stock.Contact is via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/kai-bulls/

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WOW! Just one place left in Billys Pack - thank you to the generous donors whove joined his family in the last three days 🥰https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/product/billys-pack/

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Rua is a lovely natured older Huntaway ready for retirement, he enjoys spending his time relaxing in the sun or on the back porch. Although he is 10 he still enjoys the odd light job so would therefore suit a lifestyle block.Rua has a delightful nature. Hes a master of relaxation, content on the back porch and enjoys the quiet life. However, when its time for work or play, he transforms into an energetic companion, ready for action. His excitement is infectious, especially when unleashed, as he announces his joy with enthusiastic barks.Contact his owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rua-christchurch/

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Old soldier Chief is a 10 year old pig dog who is ready to retire. He is physically sound but slowing down. Chief is quite the character, friendly, easy to have around, happy to just cruise. He is hairy with a short tail and a few war wounds from the years. Great with stock, children, chickens, cats, other dogs, people etc.If youve got a great retirement home for Chief contact his owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/chief-wairoa/

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Poppy is an 8 year old Huntaway who has been her owners mainstay for 6 years but recently her old injury has caught up with her and now she deserves a full retirement on the deck.Poppy has a great personality, she wants to be every persons friend, always trying to get a pat from someone. She can be grumpy with new dogs but nothing serious.Contact her owner below if you think youve got the right retirement spot for Poppy:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-masterton-2/

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Meet Billy, our much-loved old mate living out his retirement with our fosterer Aunty Karen 🥰. Billy is 11 years old, found roaming off farm in Marton and picked up by the pound. Hes been in care with us since December 2024. We really thought he wouldnt make it this long - he needs a special diet that our lovely Coprice sponsor cant cover, ongoing meds and vet consultations regularly - but he has done a complete 180 from that first day and is living his last years best years.He came to us with really bad kennel sores - most likely lived a long time just in his kennel, probably because he had slowed down at work. Theyre better now and hes swapped kennel for the house life but his favourite place is on the quad or walking the lane ways with the horses. Billy’s health (and quirks!) mean he can’t be rehomed, so we’ve made a promise that for his last years he’ll always be warm, loved, and pain-free. His specialist medication and food cost us $2,500 each year—so we’re inviting 25 kind friends to join Billy’s extended family as sponsors, each donating $100 annually. In return, you’ll get regular ‘Billy Bulletins,’ official recognition as part of his family, and that warm glow from making a real difference. To join Billy’s pack please donate via this link: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/product/billys-pack/If you cant have a dog in your home, have a dog in your heart xx🐾

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🐾 TRANSPORT NEEDED 🐾 Our beautiful boy Jack needs a ride from Feilding/Cheltenham to his foster home in Ohakune (or nearby) this week. If anyone is traveling that way and can help. Please message the page or email adoptionsrwd@gmail.com. Thank you 🙏❤️

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Lucys time is running out in her current foster home. Despite all your lovely comments and shares not a single enquiry for our beautiful lady 😢Someone must know someone that wants to run with a happy, energetic dog then pop her in her crate while they work from home, play with her in the fenced yard over lunch, pop her back in and run again in the evening? Shes such a lovely soul, but lifestyle block fences cant contain her its true!Send us a message PLEASE with any suggestions you have of friends, groups or communities that would Love Lucy...

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Meet beautiful Star who is an 11 month old Heading pup who is unfortunately not going to work out as a working dog. She has a lovely nature, very loyal, and gets along with other dogs really well and would make a lovely pet for an active family, lifestyle block would be ideal.She has call back and sit. Good on and off a lead. She is stock proof as she will just sit at your feet in a paddock of sheep or cattle. Doesnt wander, as will let her out for an hour each day round the house with the other dogs and she wont leave the house section.Contact her owners via the link below for more info:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/star-te-anau-2/

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Enzo is a tri coloured heading dog, 1 year old. Hes a quiet boy but very friendly, loving dog. Always wants a cuddle. He shows a little bit of interest in stock but not much so will be best suited to a pet home. If you have a loving forever home for Enzo please contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/enzo-mossburn/

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🎉Buzz has found his new home ❤️Buzz is a super handsome dude!! Hes is a 10 month old huntaway pup with no interest in work. He’s a happy, handsome man that needs a best friend. He can be a bit shy but once he relaxes he’s super friendly and goofy. He is quite soft natured and loves to play.Contact Buzzs owner via the link below for more info:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/buzz-wairoa/

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Dear Facebook friends, please read this post and share it far and wide. Lucy has been in foster for 407 days. Its too long for such a loving dog to be without a family. 8 year old Lucy is as sweet as they come and absolutely loves people and other dogs. We want to be upfront about her needs so we find her the perfect home:🪜Must have a secure deer or iron-fenced yard — no wooden railings! Lucy can climb a 6ft wooden fence, so a solid fence is a must to keep her safe.🏡A strong kennel and secure run are needed for times when she’s left alone.Who Lucy would love to live with:👉She needs a home with a dog-savvy owner who understands she’ll chase small running animals — so she must be leashed or supervised carefully around rabbits, cats, or other small pets. She has walked past a cat in the lounge but lets be honest, she may not have seen it!👉Someone to take her on long runs and adventures - she’s hung up her hunting boots but is still full of energy and ready to be be a hiking buddy.Shes toilet trained indoors and good in her crate. She walks well on a slip lead and is excellent on pack walks. She plays beautifully with other dogs but if another dog starts trouble, Lucy will stand her ground. She would thrive in a home with a canine companion who can keep up with her energetic playstyle. Shes respectful of grumpy older dogs and will leave them alone if theyre not interested in playing. She has been good around stock she has been by. Lucy’s current foster can keep her until December but wants to ensure Lucy goes to a home that suits her adventurous spirit and safety needs. The ideal home for Lucy would be a townhouse with a secure high fenced section. If you have a secure home and a big heart for this lively, loving girl, please get in touch. Lucy’s ready to give endless love — if only she had a safe place to call home. Help us find her home!NO ADOPTION FEE (she comes spay, vaccinated, microchipped, flea/worm treated, and registered). Vet reference and property inspection required.🥰For more pics or to apply for Lucy to join YOUR family click the link: https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rwdnz-foster-dog-lucy-palmerston-north/

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Poppy is a very sweet natured, 4 month old, smooth coat Border Collie x Huntaway.She was originally from a farm and has working parents but she’s yet to see any stock.Poppy would make a good farm dog or a great family dog for a family who likes the outdoors!She has been extremely well socialised with other dogs, cats and kids!For more info on sweet Poppy contact her owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/poppy-auckland/

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📌Flo has found an amazing home💓🥰 Loyal and very gentle, super-friendly Flo really needs to find a new family 𝗩𝗘𝗥𝗬 𝗨𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗟𝗬!!🥰Flo has the sweetest nature - she loves people, kids, and basically anyone who’ll give her a pat! She’s got a big heart and just wants to be everyone’s best friend.She was previously a pig hunting dog but has since hung up her boots and is ready for a more relaxed lifestyle filled with cuddles, walks, and family time.If you’re looking for a loyal, gentle companion who’ll fit right into family life, Flo is definitely the one. ✅used to children✅used to cats❓toilet-trained✅used to stock✅used to chickens✅gets on with other dogsWould you like to meet Flo? Contact her owner for more information https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/flo-gisborne/

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