A great walk with Frankie yesterday, along with kennel mate Harrison, little Lola and Olive. Frankie has great dog skills and he walked nicely alongside Lola for quite a stretch of our walk today. He is very calm around other dogs and is happy walking alongside them.
We saw a small herd of cows today, Frankie looked like he wanted to round them up - I am very convinced that this boy has some Collie genes!
As it was a hot day, Frankie enjoyed a bit of bathing in the river. He really does love the water and will get right in and swim if he has enough lead to do so!
Frankie's nerves around men are much better and he walked with three men today with just one initial bark at one man, who then gave him a sausage and all was well. So proud of how far he has come.
If you are looking for a youthful, fun, dog friendly dog, Frankie will be right up your street, I hope this boy finds his happy ever after soon. Xxxx
Frankie Xbreed DOB 08.14 Hayling Island
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Frankie. What a star this gorgeous boy is.
My journey with Frankie has gone from initial trepidation shown only as grumbles and the odd bark to giving me the bestest hugs and cuddles and the most smile inducing 'lean-ins' that just make me adore this boy more and more.
On Saturday Frankie came for a run with Catb and me and Harrison. It was a hot day so we took it easy but Frankie was still 100% in tune with his runner/walker and followed Cat's instruction when faced with other dogs on and off-lead, walkers, cyclists and men he hadn't seen before.
Frankie handled all so well with a simple 'on on' from Cat and when I glanced back and gave a 'good boy' his smiling face just made me so proud of him.
Near the end of the run he thought it would be funny to play a game at the edge of the water at the canal. He put a little burst of speed on at the edge and got Cats feet wet. Not to be outdone Cat went right in with him. Harrison followed but I'd rigged a long line (I also walk Jethro so I was ready for this pairs trickery) and loved the interaction. It was a great way to end the run.
Please have a look at this amazing dogs thread and see if you could be the lucky person to have this gem of a XBreed in your life.
My journey with Frankie has gone from initial trepidation shown only as grumbles and the odd bark to giving me the bestest hugs and cuddles and the most smile inducing 'lean-ins' that just make me adore this boy more and more.
On Saturday Frankie came for a run with Catb and me and Harrison. It was a hot day so we took it easy but Frankie was still 100% in tune with his runner/walker and followed Cat's instruction when faced with other dogs on and off-lead, walkers, cyclists and men he hadn't seen before.
Frankie handled all so well with a simple 'on on' from Cat and when I glanced back and gave a 'good boy' his smiling face just made me so proud of him.
Near the end of the run he thought it would be funny to play a game at the edge of the water at the canal. He put a little burst of speed on at the edge and got Cats feet wet. Not to be outdone Cat went right in with him. Harrison followed but I'd rigged a long line (I also walk Jethro so I was ready for this pairs trickery) and loved the interaction. It was a great way to end the run.
Please have a look at this amazing dogs thread and see if you could be the lucky person to have this gem of a XBreed in your life.
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Frankie and his walker Mrs P joined his best mate Harrison and myself for a stroll around the surrey countryside on Saturday.
Frankie was so excited to see us in his kennel and he loves nothing more than to give you a big kiss! So affectionate.
Out on our walks, Frankie is the clown of the group, rolling in grass and more smelly stuff at every chance he gets, and cheekily looking at you for a sausage! Well today he added to his circus skills and managed to jump and give me a French kiss..... just after eating a bit of horse poo! Lucky me! I didn't mind really as Frankie was only showing me how much he loves me
Frankie is very relaxed around other dogs, and none more so than his best buddy Harrison, who he shares a kennel with.
Frankie is a lovely boy, with such a puppy feel to him. He deserves a wonderful family who have the time and love to help him blossom in a home. I hope he finds his perfect people soon! Xxx
Frankie was so excited to see us in his kennel and he loves nothing more than to give you a big kiss! So affectionate.
Out on our walks, Frankie is the clown of the group, rolling in grass and more smelly stuff at every chance he gets, and cheekily looking at you for a sausage! Well today he added to his circus skills and managed to jump and give me a French kiss..... just after eating a bit of horse poo! Lucky me! I didn't mind really as Frankie was only showing me how much he loves me
Frankie is very relaxed around other dogs, and none more so than his best buddy Harrison, who he shares a kennel with.
Frankie is a lovely boy, with such a puppy feel to him. He deserves a wonderful family who have the time and love to help him blossom in a home. I hope he finds his perfect people soon! Xxx
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Frankie had some fun in the paddock today running around playing catch with Laura and splashing in the paddling pool. He is such a joker and was continually rolling around, looking for tummy rubs and giving you kisses. He will happily play along with you for hours at a time as long as there are cuddles and possibly some sausages
He is also amazing out on a walk and did I mention his Canicrossing skills?? He will run to your pace and looks back to see that you are ok with the cutest most loving face you'll ever see. He is so caring for his hoomans and shows this as often as he can. He's a total star
He is so much more chilled out and about and will follow your direction to the letter. He is also much better with meeting men he doesn't know. With proper introductions we have gone from total stranger to harnessing and walking him like you're best buds in less than 2 hours with only a little grumble at the start if at all. So proud of this boy and how he's ticking all of the boxes.
Come on Furever family, Frankie is waiting to add so much to your lives in so many ways. Please have a look at the homing questionnaire and keep those fingers and toes crossed as it could be you receiving all of this boys love and affection.
We all Loves ya Frankie
He is also amazing out on a walk and did I mention his Canicrossing skills?? He will run to your pace and looks back to see that you are ok with the cutest most loving face you'll ever see. He is so caring for his hoomans and shows this as often as he can. He's a total star
He is so much more chilled out and about and will follow your direction to the letter. He is also much better with meeting men he doesn't know. With proper introductions we have gone from total stranger to harnessing and walking him like you're best buds in less than 2 hours with only a little grumble at the start if at all. So proud of this boy and how he's ticking all of the boxes.
Come on Furever family, Frankie is waiting to add so much to your lives in so many ways. Please have a look at the homing questionnaire and keep those fingers and toes crossed as it could be you receiving all of this boys love and affection.
We all Loves ya Frankie
Re: Frankie Xbreed DOB 08.14 Guildford Kenns
Re: Frankie Xbreed DOB 08.14 Guildford Kenns
We had such fun walking Frankie today. He made us laugh so many times and was such a good boy. Every now and again ( just because ... why not ) Frankie would stop for a happy roll ... he is such a character . He does a lovely sit for a treat .... he is looking great but would love a family please
Re: Frankie Xbreed DOB 08.14 Guildford Kenns
Re: Frankie Xbreed DOB 08.14 Guildford Kenns
I had a lovely walk with Frankie in the sunshine yesterday. My mum walked with Harrison along with us, and we had a great time with the two best buds. We both really enjoy walking the boys, and love to see them bumping along next to each other.
We walked down by the river where Frankie in particular launched himself in to every bit of water he could find haha! I nearly went in with him (unintentionally) a couple of times as he splashed about having a great time. He really is a young pup at heart, and he has such a great personality. He also loves a fuss and we had some rest time half way round our walk to have some strokes and cuddles.
We walked down by the river where Frankie in particular launched himself in to every bit of water he could find haha! I nearly went in with him (unintentionally) a couple of times as he splashed about having a great time. He really is a young pup at heart, and he has such a great personality. He also loves a fuss and we had some rest time half way round our walk to have some strokes and cuddles.
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Frankie's special christmas video narrated by walker/volunteer Gail
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Handsome Frankie and I had our first walking date today! Frankie is full of character. After the initial excitement in his kennel to give me kisses, he let me harness him and off we went. As previous walkers have said Frankie does love a drop and roll, diving chest deep into the water, and a leap up for a kiss! We did come across an Alsatian being walked, and Frankie just couldn’t take his eyes off the other dog. Made me think he might be missing his old kennel pal Harrison (now homed). Frankie would really benefit with a confident handler willing to put the time he needs to build up his skills. A handsome sweet boy