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🥰 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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•••RWDNZ FOSTER DOG•••Rosie, a 5-year-old huntaway cross, is a sweet and affectionate girl who loves cuddles and attention. Shes well-behaved, crate-trained, and walks beautifully on a lead. Rosie adores other dogs and kids, loves to play and socialise, and can live with cats (though shes a bit scared). Due to past trauma, shes wary of males, so a female-only home or someone willing to work with her is preferred. With patience and love, Rosie will thrive as a loyal companion. Shes a lovely, easy-going girl who just needs a chance to shine.Find out more:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rosie-feilding-rwdnz-foster-dog/Apply here:https://form.jotform.com/adoptionsrwd/ADOPTIONAPP

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Spot is a Blue Heeler Heading Dog X who is very energetic and keen to work but hasn’t had enough training. He knows his name and has a good recall when there’s food involved. Spot would do well with someone experienced with dogs and has the time to put into his training. He would make a good companion dog as he is a very happy, friendly dog. Spot is located in Featherston.✅used to children❓used to cats❓toilet-trained❓used to stock❌used to chickens✅gets on with other dogsContact Spots owner for more information https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/spot-featherston/

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Jax is a 2 year old heading dog who was intended to be a working dog but circumstances have prevented him from having much of an opportunity to start his training. Hes super keen and full of energy ( still acts like a puppy. 😘) He could possibly go to a working home if you want to put the time into his training, otherwise hed suit an active pet lifestyle. Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jax-taumarunui/

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Bow is a happy chappy and likes to bring shy people out of their shell and make them smile.He is a 2 year old Border Collie with a dash of Huntaway which comes out in his bark, he likes to tell you when someone comes to your gateway.Born on a lifestyle block but he isn’t interested in being a working dog but does want to be someones best friend. Hes a very high energy boy and loves long walks along the beach and bush walks. He would love to go on adventures with his new human.Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/bow-dargaville/

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Gorgeous Gus is looking for a cruisy retirement home. He has been a working dog all his life and his owners have tried to retire him on the farm with a little bit of yard work to keep him happy, but he’s finding it hard to relax when all the other dogs are out working every day. The ideal home for Gus would be a small lifestyle block where he can help to move a small mob of sheep/cattle from one paddock to another. Gus is a very gentle kind old soul. He always comes up to rest his head on the table for a pat (loves a good ear scratch) and follows you everywhere. Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gus-hastings-2/

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🐾Tessa is a sweetheart! She will make a loving and loyal companionShe is a med-large 5 yr old collie/huntaway. This gorgeous gal is looking for her happily ever after home.We expect to see Tessa go to a home where she is an inside dog and a big part of the family going on adventures together and getting regular exercise and stimulation, and of course, lots of love!𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐟 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐰𝐬. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐦 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/tessa-blenheim-3/

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Sweet little Meila is a Border Collie Heading puppy, aged 7 months. Shes a sassy wee girl, full of energy. Loves to cuddle up with you at night. But also seems very independent through the day.........she needs a job, shows potential but also needs someone who can put work into her training. For much more info on Meila head to our website via the link below and also contact details for her owner:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/meila-oamaru

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😍 ADOPTED 😍Goofy is a 10 week old (as of 25/10/25) male pure bred huntaway pup. Born with undershot jaw and as such is not suitable for working life. He is a very gentle and sweet natured boy. Happy to come for a pat yet also do his own thing. Can be easy to startle at times. Gets on well with his siblings and his owners other dogs.Goofy is looking for a home where he will get the TLC he needs AND who understands the requirements of having a working dog breed as a pet, he would suit rural lifestyle block.Contact his owners via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/goofy-akaroa/

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Sweet Jess is a 6 year old heading dog X. She is timid and shy but very loving once she gets to know you and then just wants to be with you all day. She would be suited to a home with one on one lady human time, a lifestyle block companion dog situation would be ideal. To find out more about Jess follow the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/jess-tokoroa/

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Kate is a lovely 10 year old Heading dog who has done the hard yards and is now looking for a small farm or lifestyle block to retire to. Kate is friendly & kind. She loves chilling out and still loves helping to get stock in.Got a loving home for dear Kate? Contact her owner below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/katw-masterton/

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URGENT REHOME REQUIRED>>>>>>Sweet Flo has hung up her pig hunting boots and is ready for a more relaxed lifestyle filled with cuddles, walks, and family time. Shes a super friendly dog with 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.If you’re looking for a loyal, gentle companion who’ll fit right into family life, Flo is definitely the one.Contact her owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/flo-gisborne/

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📌Django has a new home💓Django is a loveable, gentle giant. A 1 year old, entire male, longer coated Huntaway. He’s eager to please and incredibly loyal but too soft for work purposes. He would thrive in a rural home/ lifestyle block as a companion or family pet. He gets along well with other dogs and has great recall/ sit command. He is still very puppy like in his personality and a bit of a goofball, who can’t but make you smile. He has lived outdoors his whole life, so is not toilet trained. He has a whole lot of love to give and would make someone’s life a bit more complete.Contact his owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/django-kurow/

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🐾 Awooooo, dog lovers! 🐕💙 The RWD crew will be at the Hunterville Huntaway Festival this Saturday 1 November! Come along to meet some amazing retired working dogs, learn about their stories, and meet the team. We’ll have plenty to chat about, plus cool merch, calendars and info on how you can help give our hard-working heroes the second life they deserve. The Shemozzle is a fantastic event for fans of working dogs - it celebrates the incredible agility, intelligence, and endurance of Huntaway dogs while showcasing the skill and dedication of their handlers. It’s a chance to see these hardworking dogs in action, participating in a tough but fun challenge that embodies the spirit of rural community and the bond between farmers and their dogs. Plus, its a whole lot of fun perfect for families, friends, and dog lovers to gather and enjoy a day of organized chaos, mud, and memorable moments.We can’t wait to see you there!

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Crox is a huntaway beardie X, 15 months old, rescued from a local farmlet, part of a large litter from working parents, surplus to requirements. She is very intelligent and learns fast. Very large amounts of energy. Doesnt bark unnecessarily. She is needing a farm/lifestyle block home where she can use all her excess energy and learn new things. She is very affectionate & loves to please. She is friendly with other dogs, amazing with children. Good on a lead, great recall off lead.For more info on Crox contact her carer via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/crox-hastings/

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📌Our site operates to find the best possible retirement home for dogs in their glory years Negative comments are unhelpful, defeating our purpose 📌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, 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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Fletch is a very energetic and loyal, 4 year old male Kelpie. He absolutely loves running and needs to keep busy.Fletch is trained in dry stock, well behaved around them, he is extremely savvy with cows as he is currently on a dairy farm. Fletch is high energy and loves to go for adventures whether that is on the farm, to the river or beach. loves going possum hunting and would be best suited to somewhere where he gets lots of exercise and is not near any cats. 🤭Contact his owner via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/fletch-palmerston-north/

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Johnny is a gorgeous boy with long legs and a big heart. 1 year old. Currently with the Whakatane SPCA team who think he may be a lurcher/collie mix but this is just their best guess.He is friendly and smart and will make a great companion for someone with an active lifestyle. He is playful with other dogs and may be useful for working stock as he likes to try and herd the volunteers when they walk him.Alternatively Johnny would love any other job if it meant getting out and about doing something.Contact Gemma via the link below:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/johnny-whakatane/

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📌GG has found her new home ❤️GG is a lovely 5year old medium size cattle dog.She is not interested is chasing stock but would love to come and retired on a farm as loves to ride the bike.GG loves people and loves to play with other dogs. Bush walks are an enjoyable adventure for her and hanging out at the beach. She is lovely nature dog and just needs a family that loves her.Want to learn more about GG? Click below https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/gg-dargaville/

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Lace is the sweetest dog in the whole world but just isnt cut out for working. LOVES other dogs and people, very obedient and well trained, very good recall.Want more information on this softie? click below https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/lace-dargaville/

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🥰 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 dogs

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🥰 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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Rosie, a 5-year-old huntaway cross, is a sweet and affectionate girl who loves cuddles and attention. She's well-behaved, crate-trained, and walks beautifully on a lead. Rosie adores other dogs and kids, loves to play and socialise, and can live with cats (though she's a bit scared). Due to past trauma, she's wary of males, so a female-only home or someone willing to work with her is preferred. With patience and love, Rosie will thrive as a loyal companion. She's a lovely, easy-going girl who just needs a chance to shine.

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•••RWDNZ FOSTER DOG•••Rosie, a 5-year-old huntaway cross, is a sweet and affectionate girl who loves cuddles and attention. Shes well-behaved, crate-trained, and walks beautifully on a lead. Rosie adores other dogs and kids, loves to play and socialise, and can live with cats (though shes a bit scared). Due to past trauma, shes wary of males, so a female-only home or someone willing to work with her is preferred. With patience and love, Rosie will thrive as a loyal companion. Shes a lovely, easy-going girl who just needs a chance to shine.Find out more:https://retiredworkingdogs.org.nz/dogs-for-adoption/rosie-feilding-rwdnz-foster-dog/Apply here:https://form.jotform.com/adoptionsrwd/ADOPTIONAPP
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