Mutts dogs

Here are some of the dogs available for rehoming at Mutts in Distress. Please be aware that we cannot be sure how well any of the dogs will get on with any cats or other animals you may have at home.

These dogs are featured here because none of them were wearing ID discs when picked up and when scanned, none were microchipped. Look after your pet and get him microchipped – that way he will be returned to you if he strays. Dogs must wear ID tags by law. Ask at reception for disc engraving done while you wait and microchipping by appointment.

We have new dogs arriving at the centre every day and so the most recent arrivals may not feature on this page for a few days. Please contact us if you’d like more up to date information.

Please – think carefully when deciding to rehome a dog. Firstly, you must live within our home check area, which in general is within about sixty minutes travel of the kennels here in Bishops Stortford. Dogs are being let down by people who agree to take them but then change their minds. Only those who have passed a home check and bring the pass form with them, will be able to meet the dogs. This is both to avoid disappointment and because the kennels are a working business and kennel hands can not spend time with people who are not in a position to take a dog. Thank you for your understanding.

To apply to rehome one of the Mutts dogs, please complete our rehoming application form.

Tommy

Tommy has had a rough start to his short life so far - at only 10 months old this youngster has had 2 major operations. 1 to remove a bit of towel he had decided to eat and the other to remove a small piece of his intestine. This hasn't caused any other serious issues to his health though - he can still live a happy normal life.
Tommy is looking for a patient home who can help him with his nerves - being a rescue from Bosnia he doesn't have much experience living in a home apart from his amazing foster while he recovered.
He is looking for an experienced home, he can go with other dogs but needs to meet them a few times first. He's a young lad, house trained but needs to learn some rules. He will learn fast. Medium size, no cats. Could possibly live with older children.
Tommy attended his first ever lesson at dog school on Friday and it was said he did very well after the initial excitement. His handler said he seems to be a quick learner so training shouldn't be an issue. He's also been learning to walk nicely on a figure of eight lead.

Simba

Simba, a Boerboel (Mastiff -very large dog) - 2 years old (3 in Dec) is looking for his forever family. So far Simba seems to be a gentle boy but he may jump up to say hello, he will get down when told. Simba could possibly live with teenage children who are experienced with larger breeds.
Not dog/cat tested.
He knows sit but doesn't seem to take much notice of you if something is more interesting! Ideally we are looking for someone who is used to larger breeds.

Willow

Meet Willow a 2 year old Lurcher type. She came to Mutts as an unclaimed stray who was going to be PTS in a British pound.
This lovely lady has been in a wonderful foster home. She is now ready to find her forever home.
This is what her foster family have said about her :
When Willow arrived at her foster home, she was very shut down and frightened. She clearly had never lived in a home.
Willow is happy to travel in the car, may have to be reintroduced to a new vehicle.
She’s been learning to walk nicely on lead. She does get frustrated (not aggressive) when other dogs run up to her, this is likely due to the restriction of a lead and never being on one before. With continued training it is something that can be worked on.
She does well being walked on loose lead too.
She is an intelligent and bright girl, who is eager to please.
She has been introduced to other dogs and seemed to behave well. Any other dogs would need to be of similar size.
She loves chews and toys.
She can initially be wary of strangers but will soon warm up to new people - especially after a cocktail sausage.
She is almost housed trained but may need reminding when going into a new home.
After spending 12 weeks in her wonderful foster home she has learnt a lot and started to trust people. She’s experienced fun things and we would love for her to find that again soon.
This youngster just needs someone to show her the ropes, she will flourish into a lovely companion.

Darwin

Darwin is a gorgeous Malinois x Sighthound. Despite Darwin's grey face, he has lovely white teeth, so Darwin could range from 5-8 years old. In kennels he is a very friendly chap, so can live with children over 15 yrs.
Darwin will need 6 foot or higher fences and he won't be able to be left in the garden alone. Darwin has not been tested with cats or dogs yet but this can be arranged if needed.
He adores everyone he meets.
Please don't be put off by his gorgeous frosted face, dogs who are darker around the muzzle/eyes tend to go grey earlier in life. He still loves to run around the paddock. Another one of his favourite activities is sunbathing, we often see him catching a few ZZZs while he's out on the paddock. It's tiring work being so handsome! Darwin has been an angel at dog school around the other dogs and even said hello to Mutt's dog Merlin.
Darwin is a superb boy. Always has a smile on his face and rarely lets anything get him down. During his time with us, Darwin has shown himself to be a lovely chap, super friendly to everyone he meets but it appears he can be food possessive. As long as food is kept away and he is left alone while eating, we are sure he can still be the perfect companion for someone as he learns that nobody is going to take his food away. Everyone who has met Darwin in person will tell you how extremely loving he is.
All Darwin is looking for is someone to love him and teach him that he doesn't need to worry that his food is going to be taken away. We won't ever know what his past was but we are guessing that he was starved. He was very skinny when he came in to Mutts, which probably accounts for his possessiveness over food. We do know he can have the most amazing future with the right family.

Linus

The newest arrival at Mutts is Linus (Shepherd cross, 4 years old)
Linus is looking for his own special family.He has known what it is like to live in a home and is clearly missing that kind of environment, so we are hoping that a lucky family will come along soon. Hhere is what we know so far…
In kennels, Linus can be a little shy but he is still happy and friendly. He loves being out on the paddock, so would love to join you on all your adventures. Linus could possibly go to a family with children, providing they are understanding and respectful of dogs.
We will post more information as we get to know him.
Can be dog / cat tested.

Holly tortoiseshell cat

Mutts have been asked to help this beautiful tortoiseshell, Holly.
She was sadly taken to the vets to be PTS, Mutts don't often get asked to help with cats but how could we say no and let this beautiful girly die.
Holly is spayed and is roughly around 12 years young. She has been used to a quiet home so that is what we would ideally be seeking again. So far while she's been with us, she's shown herself to be affectionate.
She isn't keen on being picked up and was taken to the vet as it was said she DOES NOT allow people to move her off their laps when they try to get up. We are looking for an owner who understands cats.
She enjoys a stroke but does not like being picked up / touched on her sides. No children.
There must be a loving home for this beautiful girly, she is confused at the moment wondering where her family of 12 years has gone. Hopefully she can get settled in quickly to her new loving home.

Rizla

This stunning boy is Rizla. He's a young Belgian Malinois who has found himself looking for a new home. This youngster ended up in a Uk pound where he was due to be pts, no fault of his own, the pounds are full with nowhere for the dogs to go. Rizla is one of the lucky few to make it out alive.
He is a typical Mali,smart, intelligent and eager to please. He will need a strong handler preferably with working breed experience.
He is still settling in with us so more information to follow but so far he has been affectionate and kind.

Cleo the cat

Her previous owner has described her as being 'a dog in a cat's body, she loves to be around people and is very affectionate.' We think she'd do better in a family environment (more people to entertain her!)
She has never been an outdoor cat, so we don't think it would be wise for her to start now. We would like to find a home looking for an indoor cat.
Cleo is a gorgeous cat. She used to live with another cat, so it could potentially work again (depending on the existing cat).
Not been tested with dogs.

Bear

Bear had a really tragic start to life, left to fend for himself in a flat with just someone putting food through the letter box for him. He was understandably shy and timid of people when he arrived at Mutts but over time and with patience, he has become trusting of people again.
He's a happy chap, who likes his food and playing on the paddock. He likes the attention of people. So far in kennels, he is good with other dogs but has not yet been cat tested. This youngster is hoping someone will show him the life he deserves.

Tocco

Our newest arrival is this absolutely stunning boy, Tocco. He's a 1-2 year old Staffie cross.
Another fortunate soul saved from a UK based pound - his time was up and sadly he was due to be PTS. No fault of his own. Sadly the pounds are full with unwanted pets.
He's only just arrived but seems to be a very friendly, happy boy.
We will update after he's settled in.

Simba pup

This gentle boy is called Simba, he's one of our new arrivals saved from a UK pound - his days were up and he was due to be PTS.
Simba is a large boy but so far has shown himself to have a very gentle nature. He is only a youngster at just over a year old.
Simba knows sit, lay down and is eager to learn - he will make an excellent companion for anyone wanting to adopt him.
Simba was dog tested in the pound and was said to be a good boy. We have introduced him to the dog he will be going into foster with and he showed himself to be a good, well mannered boy. Not cat tested yet.
Could possibly live with children 8yrs + (introductions at the kennels first).
MORE INFORMATION TO FOLLOW AS WE GET TO KNOW HIM - available for adoption through Mutts In Distress (based in Essex)
This adorable youngster is hoping he can find his forever home soon, so he can finally start the life he deserves.

Arthur

Update :
We decided to take Arthur for a day out, where we explored the forest, the Range and Pets at Home! He was amazingly behaved. Taking no notice of people walking past and showing only some interest in a couple of dogs (once told to leave it he did.)
While we were out…
This boy was great on the lead and walks well on a halti when needed for heel work (I.e getting out the way of on-coming dogs).
In pets at home he allowed strangers to make a fuss of him, which I think he quite enjoyed!
He was brilliant with 2 Cocker Spaniels who joined us on our walk, he mainly just ignored them.
Considering he has not been in a car much, he did really well, no travel sickness and was just curious on what was happening. I would say a larger car would be more appropriate for him! I only have a small 2 door car.
If someone is looking for a jogging partner, I think Arthur would greatly enjoy it - we jogged for a small portion of his walk just to see how he would do and he did really well. He kept at the same pace whilst jogging didn't try to get ahead more than he already was. This being said he is also happy to just walk and sniff the grass.
Arthur would need someone who is understanding of his breeds, being a guardian breed he can be quite stubborn, this being said, if you are just looking for a walking buddy he would be brilliant. He shows no interest in toys or treats whilst out and about. One of the Spaniels had a tennis ball and he could not ave cared less.
This beautiful boy would make an amazing companion for someone, if given the chance. He is starting to grow up now and though he's happy here, it is not the same as having his own home. He would really enjoy joining someone on their adventures not matter how small or big they are. If you're looking for a fun, loving dog, then Arthur could be your boy. He is a stunning Greek Shepherd cross who has unfortunately spent most of his life so far with us at the kennels.
Arthur is 2 years old (Born January 2023)
Arthur is full of character and we've loved seeing his personality shine through - after arriving as a scared pup from Greece.
We would so love to see Arthur in his forever home - he just needs someone who is patient and willing to give him a chance.
? other dogs? Possibly of a similar size, he can sometimes play rough with other dogs.
? children? Possibly dog experienced teenagers.
? cats? no
Preferably someone experienced with larger breeds - he's still a youngster and is willing to learn.

Jojo

Jojo is a very affectionate boy, who has alot of love to give to people.
He'll be looking for a home with no other dogs/animals.
He could potentially live with teenagers.
Jojo is dog reactive but has made friends with calm bitches in the past after careful introductions.
Jojo is a 12 Yr young. Husky/Malamute cross (been DNA tested), originally from Romania. Despite his age he is still very mobile, he loves to have a walk around with the volunteers and meet everyone he can. He's such a gorgeous boy!

Thor

This stunning boy is Thor. His only crime was being a puppy. He was surrendered by his owner to a dog warden for being "too bouncy", at 11 months old it's what you would expect from him or any pup.
Thor was mere hours from being PTS (in an English pound). This lovely boy has shown himself to be a friendly and happy boy so far.
He was said to live with a child under 5 and with another dog in his pervious home. We would be seeking a home with older children if any, due to him being bouncy.
This boy needs someone who is willing to take him to training classes (we hold dog school here at the kennels). He will make an amazing companion for someone.
He's said to be a Greyhound cross Malinois but has the soppy nature of the Greyhound. A very gentle and friendly boy. During his short time with us, he's shown himself to be a very gentle, sweet little boy of 18 months.