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Trigger - SRF074
Name: Trigger
Colour: Liver and White
Breed: Springer Spaniel
Sex: Male
Age: 3-4 yrs
Weight: 12.6 kg
Neutered: No (Will be adopted with a contract to neuter)
Dogs: Needs to be an only dog
Cats: Unknown so advise no cats
Children: Dog savvy teenagers over 16
Current Location: - Horncastle, LN9
Adoption Fee: £400
Meet Trigger:
Trigger arrived as a stray and quickly stole our hearts. He’s a gorgeous, bouncy, affectionate boy who adores human company and thrives on love and attention. Currently in foster care, Trigger is showing some food-related tension with the resident dog, so he’ll need to be the only dog in the home.
He loves his walks and adventures, and would make a fabulous hiking buddy. A safe, secure garden would give him the perfect space to play and unwind. Trigger will steal your heart — and your lap — as he’s a cuddle bug with a big, generous spirit.
Energy & Exercise:
Trigger is an energetic boy who thrives on daily activity. He’ll need two good walks each day — on lead to begin with, until his recall is well established. He’s a curious explorer who enjoys sniffing out new paths and would love a home that embraces outdoor adventures.
Between walks, Trigger likes to play in the garden, so a safe, secure space would give him the freedom to stretch his legs and enjoy some off-lead fun. Mental stimulation and enrichment games will also help keep his clever mind engaged and content.
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Behaviours:
Trigger only real issue is that he loves his food — sometimes a little too much. He eats quickly and has shown guarding behaviours towards the resident dog around meals and treats, and this has led to some scuffles. Because of this, he must be homed as an only dog.
Outside of mealtimes, Trigger has been fine with the resident dog and a visiting male dog, though there has been some humping behaviour. He’s such a loving dog, so with the right set up, he will really blossom.
Meeting new people:
Trigger has adored every person he’s met while in foster. He’s incredibly friendly and affectionate, always eager to make new friends. His enthusiasm sometimes means he jumps up and showers people with kisses — a behaviour that comes from love, but may need gentle guidance to keep things polite.
Children:
He has not been tested with children, so he would need to be rehomed with older dog savvy teenagers who are aware of dog behaviours.
Dog/Cat test:
Trigger has socialised with the resident dog and a visiting male dog during his stay in foster, and while he’s generally been ok although some humping behaviour was seen initially. Due to food-related tensions with the resident dog, we feel Trigger should be homed as an only dog. However he is fine socialising with dogs outside of meal times.
He hasn’t met any cats while in foster, so we’re unable to assess his behaviour around them.
Home Alone:
Trigger hasn’t been left alone during his time in foster, so we can’t yet say how he’ll cope. Given his background as a stray and time spent in kennels, it’s possible he may find being left difficult to start with, especially as he’ll be an only dog in his forever home.
Medical History:
Trigger’s medical history is limited, as he came to us as a stray. Since being in his foster home, his vaccinations have been restarted and he is now fully up to date with flea and worm treatments.
He received a chemical castration implant on 22/10/25, which is expected to last around eight months. A neutering contract will be in place once he is eligible. His vet has noted one smaller, firmer testicle, which will be monitored as part of his ongoing care.
Vet visits:
He managed well initially at the vet but ‘snapped’ during his chemical castration so he was muzzled. He soon returned to normal afterwards with reassurance.
Travelling:
He travels very well in the boot with a dog guard, and slept through a long journey of several hours without any issues.
Handling/Grooming:
Trigger has no issues with being handled and groomed.
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Food:
Trigger has not guarded his food from his foster mum. However he must be fed away from other visiting dogs.
Sleeping:
He sleeps well in the kitchen in his bed.
Ideal Home:
This special boy will thrive in an active, loving home where his needs are understood and gently supported. Trigger’s anxieties around food mean he should be the only dog in the household so that he can feel safe, secure, and fully himself.
He’d love to join his new family on outings and adventures, adding joy and enthusiasm as he explores the world around him. Good walks every day, plenty of sniffing opportunities, and a secure garden to play in will help him burn off energy and stay happy. He hasn’t been left alone in foster, so he may need slow, supportive training to build confidence when left — especially as he’ll be flying solo in his forever home.
Trigger adores people and will happily share your sofa, your chair, and your lap. He’s a cuddle monster with a big heart, and with time and kindness, he’ll become a devoted companion who brings warmth and laughter to your life.
