A six-year-old blind border collie named Jacko was struggling in a kennel for more than a year, and still, no special human stepped up to offer him a forever home. But the wait was well worth it when Sue saw Jacko on TikTok and knew immediately that it was a pup who'd help her get through a rough patch and that she needed him as much as he needed her.
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Struggled in kennels
Blind dog Jacko has been at UK-based Many Tears Animal Rescue centre for over a year and it seemed like no one wanted to adopt him.
Cassie Mogford, the rescue's volunteer, said that he struggled in the kennels and 'would get stressed by the noise’.
Although the pup was very popular with all the staff and they would fill his days as much as possible every day, it wasn’t the same as being in a home environment.
Jacko needed a loving family as soon as possible.
Jacko is a very special boy who is looking for a very special home. He is a 5 year old blind Collie. He is very cuddly and loving with those he knows, but can be mistrustful of those he doesn't know. Jacko is looking to live with one special person as an only dog and would prefer a rural home with a large garden where he can run free. This song was recorded by one of our talented staff members, Richard Burman and we feel like it fits Jacko perfectly. We won't give up on him and we hope he will find an adopter who feels the same way. If you would like to find out more about Jacko or apply to adopt him, please visit this page: https://www.manytearsrescue.org/display_mtar_dog.php?id=30232
Posted by Many Tears Animal Rescue on Wednesday, October 13, 2021
‘A very happy lovely boy’
Despite being unable to see, Jacko stayed cheerful and sweet-natured. The rescue’s volunteers described him as ‘extremely cuddly, affectionate, intelligent and a very happy lovely boy’ and were confident he’d make a wonderful pet. But due to Jacko’s ‘need for gentle, slow introductions’, adoption progress was very slow.
To avoid any additional stress for the pup, Many Tears Animal Rescue decided to only match him with adult-only families, able to offer a calm environment. Outdoor space was also a must, to avoid having to go out on the streets and public playing areas.
Just when the pooch and his carers started to lose hope to find him a perfect home, an adoption application came in.
Posted by Joey Awe on Monday, March 14, 2022
A perfect new family
Sue, a dog mama and trainer, came across a TikTok video of Jacko and got very interested. When she came to meet him, it was love at first sight, The Dodo writes.
@manytearsanimalrescue JACKO WENT HOME!! #manytears#dogrescue#rescuedog#gotchaday#collie#specialdog#rescuelife
♬ At Last - Etta James
Sue said:
I knew he was for me right from the start.
Though Jacko ‘struggled with his new regime of complete freedom’ at first, he warmed up to his owner in no time. And he didn’t just get a new home, but also a new canine companion called Zoom.
Cassie Mogford said:
Sue has worked wonders with him. She has acres of land for Jacko to run free, and she’s a dog trainer with experience [training] blind dogs. We couldn't have asked for a better home!
According to Sue, Jacko helped her too. She confessed that she has been going through a rough patch lately, but having this sweet-natured furry kid to focus on has helped lift her spirits.
Sources used:
- The Dodo: ‘Blind Dog Can't Believe He 'Gets To Run Free In His Very Own Field' After A Year In Shelter’
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