Russell has been surrendered due to his owner having just sustained a very serious back injury, rendering her unable to bend, feed and bath Russell who has now taken up carer's residence in the Sutherland Shire.

According to the Vet, he is a very healthy and active dog for his age and will need at least once daily walks otherwise may get bored and try and run away to meet his active outlet. Currently weighing in at 8.43kgs, his ideal weight should be around 7kgs.

It is clear Russell loves company - not necessarily within sight - he is content as long as he knows someone is home, otherwise he becomes anxious. Russell was introduced to a friend's cat and other dogs. He was very friendly towards all of them.

Russell is getting to know how to use a doggie door and is keen to please. Russell likes running along the sand at the beach on his extension lead but doesn't particularly like the water.

Russell is desexed and vaccinated. Expressions of interest please to his carer on the above e-mail address. Russell was not returned to DCH - instead his owner rehomed him herself.