K3 Cooper, super dooper staffie boy

[cherylW]

Please welcome the rather fabulous Cooper!



Cooper has been signed over to the home and he is fully vaccinated so he was able to come into the garden with us for some play time.





He had a blast racing around the garden at top speed, not really interested in the toys on offer, he was just so happy to be stretching his legs.





What's in there?? Can I go in, please?


Cooper is 5 years old, which is a perfect age to adopt a dog if you ask me, no longer at the puppy stage where they may need house training, help to learn to walk, not chew etc etc...

After having his running time, he decided that Michelle was just the best friend a boy can have and couldn't stop going to her for cuddles and affection.



Michelle walked him before his photo shoot and gave him a glowing report, in fact you could say she was a little smitten with him



Cooper is a really lovely boy, get down to meet him if you want a companion bound to put a smile on your face!

He will be available for rehoming from 23rd June, but the staff at the home will take applications on him now.

If you have any questions on him or would like more information please phone the Dogs' Home: 029 2071 1243 or visit Cardiff Dogs' Home, Westpoint Industrial Estate, Penarth Road, open 7 days a week, 10.30 - 4pm.

For more information about the rehoming process at Cardiff Dogs Home, please click here

[janeto]

Took this lovely boy for an afternoon stroll in the sunshine today.
There was no pulling at all from Cooper - he's more than happy just to plod along at a very steady pace, stopping every now and again for a little look around, a drink of water and a big cuddle!

Cooper is the perfect companion for a walk, not phased by anything and steady as a rock.

Meet this boy for yourself - he's special xx 

[greywalker]

When you have written lots of these little reports on the various dogs from CDH you do start to think ' hmm, I've written he is a lovely boy, or she is fabulous or what a fab pet this falla would make lots of times. Maybe I'm not being critical enough, or am I really giving an honest assessment? So I promised myself... 'Right the next one, I'll list all his/ her faults first,then talk about the positives' So here we go Cooper .. Faults..
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Yep, can't find any!!!!
Cooper is an archetypal Staffie. Solid, robust, interested, engaged, loving and a real character. He is no puppy, at 5 yrs old but he is no old man either, we walked the full circle of Cardiff bay this morning, and he didn't waiver. We stopped whenever he ( or we ) fancied a drink, and every time he was looking for a quick head scratch, ear rub or just head in the lap affection. He is a LOVELY boy. And after every stop he was up and away as soon as we were ready, lots of stamina!
Cardiff bay was very busy, lots of people, runners, cyclists and he didn't bat an eyelid. He is a pretty bombproof walk. 
We understand that Cooper was previously homed with another dog, and unfortunately as the two grew they didn't get on, until they could no longer live together, resulting in Cooper being where he is today. Maybe that has had an effect on our guys confidence around other dogs. Don't get me wrong, there is no aggression, or vocalisation, but as my wife commented he does look 'cautious' when other dogs are around, and a flock of swans attempting take off startled him a little, so just a little reassurance needed and he is fine.

So fancy a home ready, steady Eddie, hunk of love ............ I give you Cooper !!

[jaymaz]

I had the pleasure of taking out this handsome boy this morning. One of the staff (did't get his name) explained that he was wearing a muzzle because when he was out the other day there was an issue with another dog that was off his lead. So the muzzle was for his own safety, just incase. Cooper pulled a little at first but soon settled. We stopped in the industrial estate and had a sit and a fuss, Cooper loves a good fuss and is quite affectionate. On our walk we passed a couple of other walkers and he was not overly bothered by other dogs unless they were vocal towards him. With vocal encouragement from me, Cooper, soon settled back into a steady walk. We headed down the ely river trail and stopped by the river. Cooper was happy to just stand there for a while and watch the world go by and then enjoyed another good fuss. We were out for just under an hour and he was great the entire time. When we got back, two members of staff greeted us and took his muzzle off, I got a thank you kiss as a result.

[greywalker]

Really saddened to hear about this turn of events, when we walked Cooper we did notice his reticence with other dogs, but experienced no aggression what so ever. Guess this is another example of 'off the lead' walkers not really being in control of their pet, and someone else ( cooper ) suffers for it. Understand CDHs action, as chances can't be taken, and it also protects our fellow, but I hope potential rehomers don't get put off. He is a lovely affectionate dog, and if possible I would take him home tomorrow !

[eve1984]

Had a lovely walk with the fab Cooper! What a lovely, affectionate young man  It is sad that he now needs to have a muzzle on during walks, but I understand it's for his own safety. He came out with a happy, waggy tail and look that just said ' Hey! Lets go some place fun! ', so we set off down the Ely trail. Cooper, despite the muzzle, had a good old sniff on the way down, and would look up every now and again to check up on me  When we got to the river, we had a little sit down on the bank, and together watched the world go by for a bit  Cooper was very happy to sit down with me, he did nudge his face in as close as he could get at one point and try his hardest to give some Staffie snogs through the muzzle, but he could not quite do it, but I acknowledged and he was happy with a cuddle and head rub in return  He does react slightly to other dog's, no barking but will pull towards and get very excited, but with some distraction he is easy to get focused.

Lovely Cooper, if you see him out and about, please don't let the muzzle put you off, he is a sweet, affectionate boy who just really would love a sofa and his forever family to cuddle up with xx 

[julesc]

At the start of my walk with Cooper recently, I noticed a distinct lack of joyfulness from him - which, for a Staffie is pretty unusual behaviour. It was a VERY hot day, so, after a little while, and with no one about, we stopped for Cooper to have some water. I took his muzzle off to make it easier for him, and it was at this point that his demeanour completely changed - his tail lifted and waggled ever so happily, and he had a big beaming smile across his face! I was meeting the true Cooper...
After he had quenched his thirst and showered me with loving licks, sadly Cooper had to be re-muzzled. With a limp tail and the sparkle gone from his eyes, he patiently stood whilst I replaced his muzzle. Poor Cooper - I think it's safe to say that he's not a fan of this doggy device so, naturally, we had frequent water guzzling stops!
We encountered a few dogs on our walk, and Cooper was a model of doggy decorum - a casual glance and a sniff sufficed for him! 
I must admit, I was expecting a bit more of a reaction from this fella, so it came as a very pleasant surprise to see him be so at ease with other woofers.
It's regrettable that, for the time being, Cooper needs to wear a muzzle. But please don't let that discourage you from adopting this super-duper dog. With positive guidance and direction from his new forever family, Cooper could be well on the way to being muzzle-free in no time at all! 

[helenb]

We took Cooper out for the first time today, it didn't put us off at all that he was wearing a muzzle as it is better to be safe than sorry...

It was quite warm this afternoon, so we took him down the Ely Trail and stopped for a drink on the first set of benches. Cooper did find it quite difficult to lap up some water with his muzzle on but he managed to quench his thirst ok eventually.

I gave him a lovely rub on his head and behind his ears and his tail was wagging quite happily.  Every time I stopped, he nuzzled his head into my legs asking for more. If he hadn't been muzzled I know I would have been covered in staffie snogs, you can tell he is a really affectionate dog.

I have just come home and read the last post where the walker took off his muzzle and commented that he was like a different dog - I would love to see this guy without the muzzle to see what he is really like. He has a lovely black silky coat and was so good on the lead, even when passing other dogs.

So never judge a book by its cover, I reckon that Cooper is just a great big softie at heart and will make someone a lovely loyal and affectionate pet.

[janeto]

As several of the previous walkers have mentioned, at present poor Cooper has to wear a muzzle if walked (due to no fault of his own) and it gets him down a bit, so I have converted some of our regular walks into garden dates which has cheered him up no end!

This boy LOVES the garden! He flies around, leaping over any obstacle, and his sheer joy at being free to run is wonderful to see! He doesn't need a ball or any toys, he just runs and runs - stopping every now and again to come over for a cuddle to say 'thanks' x

Cooper has the most beautiful silky coat, a fabulous staffie smile, is very affectionate and looks you straight in the eye when you talk to him - I'm sure he understands every word.

I hope this lovely boy finds his forever home soon x 

[rotterdam82]

Cooper is super dooper and that's a fact.
Lovely steady boy,walks nicely and is a super sweet to boot.
He loves his walks....yep I know he's not happy with his muzzle on but all the same he loves his walk,and due to the heat we had a sit down so his muzzle came off and I had a shower of staffie snogs.
No nonsense,steady as a rock and an all round good egg.
That's our coop dog if he is the one for you go and see him you won't be disappointed,he really is a love bug.
Just look a little further than the boy in the muzzle he's definitely worth it.



What's up coop dog.

[nbjcardiff]

I met this little lifesaver today! Ah poor thing having to wear a muzzle for his walks.... Hope someone gives him a fab home soon... X

[janeto]

Cooper is such a special boy (not to mention a hero blood donor!) and is so popular with all the regular walkers. I managed to get to him first on both Monday and yesterday afternoon, much to the disappointment of his other fans!!

I so enjoy walking Cooper, he is so steady and reliable, plodding along at a good pace and sniffing everything interesting. But he is not enjoying having to wear his muzzle poor boy, he kept stopping and looking up at me with a sad face then gently touching his muzzle with his paw - heart-breaking.  I did remove it to give him a well deserved drink but hated having to put it back on.

On the way back to CDH yesterday I lost my footing and took a tumble (my fault totally!) and Cooper was really worried, fussing all over me and trying to lick me through his muzzle bless him. I so hope this fab boy finds his forever home soon - he deserves it x

[lydiaharris]

I walked this gorgeous boy this morning. He is so well behaved, calm and lovely on the lead! We went for a lush walk down by the river which he got very excited about and had a good sniff around the industrial estate! He looked a bit sad that he had the muzzle on , but I totally understand why. A delight to walk I hope he finds his forever home soon xxxx

[Sian A]

We've had a few weeks off from dog walking due to work and illness, but we were back on form today with our first walk with the gorgeous and loving Cooper. He's a beautiful boy and so sweet, though unfortunately has to go out with a muzzle which puts people off. He is not a dangerous dog around people, every person we saw he was desperate to go say hello to, and as unhappy as he is wearing the muzzle, he never objects to it being put back on. He barely even showed any attention to the dogs we passed, even those who barked at him first. He was just happy to be out and about, though you could see his mood instantly lift when the muzzle came off for water and treats. He does need a bit of training in treat ettiquette, so make sure you keep your hand flat when you give one to him and if you try for a paw or sit in return, keep the treat (and your fingers) away from him. He doesn't bite, but he may have a nibble if he mistakes your fingers for a tasty biscuit! When the muzzle came off he relaxed a lot and we were treated to some lovely cwtches and kisses on the bench before it was time to keep walking. He's obviously unhappy being muzzled - the minute we got to some grass on the estate he kept sticking his nose into the mud to see if he could get it off (though he stopped after a few tries) - but didn't struggle or try to move away when we put the muzzle back on. He sat patiently and then marched on!

Much like janeto I had a fall on our way back over some loose gravel/concrete and turned my ankle, falling completely (I think the muddy ground aided this, as usually when I turn my ankles I just stumble a little) and letting the lead slip out of my hand*. None of this was Cooper's fault, just a combination of loose stones, bad ankles, and mud. I was terrified Cooper might run off or head towards the road, but the instant he realised I'd let go and that we were calling him, he turned and trotted right back. Dad got hold of the lead quickly and Cooper headbutted me with his muzzle, obviously trying to give me kisses. He got a lot of praise afterwards, don't worry! To have such good recall to people he's only known for 20/30 minutes is just another reason why Cooper is a fantastic dog, who deserves a loving and caring family who can look past his muzzle.

*we lost our old one so we bought a new one from pets at home, but it seems the hand loop is a lot larger than the last one, so we'll be adding a clip on to make it smaller! Worrying about what could have happened to him, had Dad not been there or had Cooper not come back, upset me a lot (to the point Cooper gave me a quick cuddle when we got back as I was quite shaken) so I'm not taking any chances!

[Becky]

Lovely pics of the handsome lad Sian Hope you are feeling okay after your fall and what a hero Cooper is, running to his damsel in distress, good work fella!