Niall
Adoption Status: Accepting Adoption Interest
Niall is available as a foster to adopt
Gender: Male
Breed: Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Age: Est DOB: 03/2024
Weight: 37 lbs
Dog Friendly: Yes- needs another dog in the home
Cat Friendly: Unknown
Kid Friendly: Unknown
House Trained: Doing great!
History: We recently welcomed a group of adult Wheaten Terriers who were being released from a commercial breeding program after the program was selling out. It is a big feat for these and any future wheatens that would have been produced from this program.
The ones who came to CHDR are doing well in their foster homes but very shut down and timid yet. They will thrive with patient and confident adopters who are willing to put the time into growing a bond with their new dog as it may take some time to develop but these dogs are SO SO worth it. They are amazing souls who each deserve their forever home!
A Note from the Foster: Niall is a Wheaten Terrier and a breeder release who is only just beginning to learn what it means to feel safe, loved, and cared for. He is a very sweet, gentle soul with a shy, timid nature, and he will need a calm, patient family willing to let him move at his own pace. For Niall, trust will be built slowly, through quiet routines, soft voices, and kindness he can count on.
Right now, the world still feels a little scary to him. Sudden movements, loud noises, and busy environments can easily overwhelm him. When someone walks into the room, he may cringe, run away, or look worried, as if he is expecting something bad to happen. It is clear that Niall has not had the kind of human comfort, love and spoiling every dog deserves, so he is still learning that people can be a source of safety instead of fear. It is heartbreaking to see, but it also makes his gentle soul stand out even more.
Because underneath that fear is an incredibly sweet dog. Niall has never shown any aggression at all. He is quiet, soft, and completely non-vocal so far. In fact, we have not heard him bark once. And even though he is scared, he truly wants to be near people. He likes to be close, to hang out nearby, and to simply be with you. There is something especially touching about a dog who is still afraid, yet clearly wants so badly to believe in love and companionship. We do have a work from home situation, which is likely ideal for Niall to begin to learn trust.
Niall does well in his crate and also does well going potty outside when he is kept on a schedule. He will often start pacing when he needs to go out, so learning his cues is important. He is not currently walking on a leash and needs to be carried outside and back in for bathroom breaks. Because of that, a home with easy access to a securely fenced yard may be especially helpful as he continues to gain confidence.
He does well with our calm senior resident dog, and that quiet dynamic seems to suit him best. A peaceful older dog could be a nice fit, but younger, more active dogs would likely be too overwhelming for him right now. We are unsure how he would do with cats. Because Niall is so easily startled, we believe he would do best in a home with adults or older, respectful children only.
Niall is looking for a gentle home. A home that will understand his fear, celebrate his small victories, and give him the time he needs to realize that he is finally safe. He is a truly sweet dog with a tender heart, and for the family willing to be patient, earning Niall's trust will be something very special.
Adoption Fee: $560 + tax
Adoption Status: Is this dog available? Submitting an application is the best first step to learning if a dog is still available. There is a chance this dog could have a pending adoption when your application is submitted, however our team will offer approved applicants to be put on a waiting list for that dog. Additionally, we can make recommendations on other dogs that may be a match. Pending adoptions do not mean the adoption is finalized. Why did we implement this change? We implemented this update because, unfortunately, dogs were pending for applicants for several weeks and then the applicant would change their mind. This happens more often with puppies, as applications are submitted impulsivly more often for them. Our process is great because it takes a little time, so impulsive decisions fade. However it was unfortunate for the dogs, and the foster homes, as then the process needed to be re-started. By securing a wait-list we are able to move forward more quickly if a pending adoption falls through. This is a new process for us, so your feedback along the way is helpful! Thank you for supporting rescue and adoption!
