Merlyn

Meet Merlyn!

Hiya! My name is Merlyn and I am a quirky outgoing cockapoo.
I am looking for new owners with either experience of super smart dogs like me or at least new owners who are willing to follow the guidance from the team here.
I am a gorgeous looking boy but there is much more to me than just the good looks ,and I really need my new owners to be patient with me and let me settle into my new home gradually.
Once I feel comfortable I do settle well in the home, am perfectly clean, and don't mind being left alone.
However, I do get anxious and overwhelmed when I'm out and about in busy places so my new owners will need to be sensitive of this and introduce me slowly and be considerate of where I go. I particularly like woodland walks and fields or anywhere where there is water as I am a bit of a water baby!
I do have pretty good recall.....unless I see a bird to chase!
I get excited when I see other dogs out on my walks but I really want to play. I have have had some great play dates here with some of my kennel friends so the team really believe I would suit a home with another dog, as long as that dog is able to cope with a playful boy like me!
I tend to become anxious if I meet a dog that is barky towards me, so my new owners will need to help me feel more comfortable in situations like this.
I will need regular grooming to keep me looking as handsome as I do, and this will need a kind and considerate groomer as I find it all very scary. I am muzzle trained and I will need to wear this at vet and grooming appointments as I get very worried by strangers over handling me.
I do love to play but prefer to parade around with my toys myself instead of lots of fetch. The staff here think I would thrive in a home with a large garden or outdoor space. I am also a really clever chap and love learning new things and thrive on keeping my brain busy by trying out lots of new enrichment activities.
If you think you are a good match for I cant wait to hear from you, love Merlyn x