Helyg

Dog name: Helyg  Nicknames:

History: Helyg has had a series of very unfortunate events. Abandoned with her siblings when just a few months old, the more nervous of the litter, but her fate changed when rescued by Galgo’s Rescue Almeria and she found a family who fell so in love with her. Only a few months into life with her new family, the family suffered two extremely traumatic bereavements one after the other. Whilst the family did all they could to continue to care for Helyg, the deep felt trauma sadly took its toll on so many dynamics. Helyg struggled enormously and the relationship with the other resident dog began to fracture. Though the family have remained so committed, even with the support and guidance of behaviourists, it was no longer sustainable or fair.

Uk arrival date: 13/07/2024

Breed: Galga

Colour: Brindle with white

DOB: 03/03/2024

Height: 25” to the shoulder

Weight:

Neutered: No – to be adopted with neuter contract

Mediterranean disease: Clear

Health condition: Good

Character: Sensitive, extremely bright, empathetic, goofy, fun/playful, responsive, deeply loving, attentive. Has so much love to give.

Likes: Treats, carrots, cuddles, rubs, snoozing close to her family preferably on top of one of them. Hanging egg chairs and hammocks. To be the apple of your eye. Zoomies. Sleeping (on sofa or in hanging chair)

Dislikes:  Rain, being alone, showers, crowded streets/areas, hearing a family member cry or in pain. Other dogs in the home. She is very nervous of men.

Special talents: Jumping through air effortlessly, very treat motivated, fast and eager learner, unlocking doorlock latches, opening/unscrewing treat toys and emptying them, beautiful and expressive range of vocal tones when she communicates, night-time cuddles. Batting things with her paw. Enormously responsive.

Specific needs:  A peaceful home.  To be the only dog. Love, attention, your company, to be able to sleep close to a family member, rural walks with lots to sniff.

Cat workable: Not tested, but unlikely

Dream home: Calm setting without traumas, needs to sleep in contact with family member, rural, places/space to run, indoors and out, comfy sofa to lounge on.

Current area: Lancashire, UK