by Yasmin | 11 Mar, 2024 | Blog, News, Rescue Stories
** GREAT NEWS – UPDATE! **
Thankfully, Edna has found her perfect new home, all to herself!
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Edna is still looking for her exclusive, Forever-Home, without dogs or cats, often harder to find in our dog-loving community.
She was previously caged for long periods while her owners were working, so desperately needs love and attention from her humans, all to herself!
Edna is a diva who will make you laugh for hours. She is used to having children around, older rather than young is recommended.
Describing some of her wonderful attributes, Edna:
- is a very happy little girl
- loves tummy and ear tickles
- communicates with little noises
- is very loving
- loves to play with toys and you!
- likes to go to sleep sucking on a toy
- sleeps right through the night
- is totally clean in the house (not one accident)
- is very funny 🤣
- will tell you to pick up her toy for her if it falls off the bed when she’s sucking it 😂
- is non-destructive and can be left alone
- loves the garden
- can go upstairs on her own but currently needs carrying down but will learn
- travels well in the car
- loves humans
- dances around when she’s being cheeky 🤣
- is good at barking if someone rings the doorbell or knocks on the door
- doesn’t bark at the TV!
Please consider if you, or anyone you know, could be Edna’s forever-home and she will reward you with so much joy and happiness in return!
For more information please see more of Edna’s details and how to apply: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/edna-needs-to-be-in-a-lone-pet-home/
🤞 Thank you! 🐾
Full details on adopting with PDWRA are found at: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/adopting-a-pug/
by Yasmin | 10 Mar, 2024 | Blog, News
Wishing all Mum’s a Very Happy Mother’s Day today!
Whatever you’re doing, maybe being pampered?
or in the presence and thoughts of the ones that love you,
including and especially your pugs?
May you have a very special day!
by Yasmin | 7 Mar, 2024 | Blog, News, Fundraising, Events
We were thrilled to be back at Crufts today, the opening day, Toy Day!
“Many Thanks” go to our volunteers who manned the our stand so enthusiastically, spreading the word about the various ways volunteers help the charity, about our mission, and the many rescue stories and achievements we make each year.
A remarkable and busy day was had by our volunteer team at Crufts. It was filled with inspiration and heartfelt connections.
Two of our dedicated volunteers, Claire and Lucy, shared their take on the day with us, reflecting on the essence of why they chose to lend their time and passion to our cause. Claire said, “I have just adopted a PDWRA pug, only last week! Charity and volunteering are things very close to my heart. I’m a huge animal lover and will always do what I can to give back.
“Throughout the day, we were overwhelmed by the warmth and support of the visitors who graced our stand. Many were already familiar with the work of our charity, sparking conversations about adoption and sharing stories of their own pug companions.
The bustling atmosphere and prime location of our stand ensured that we reached a wide audience, capturing the attention of those participating in, and watching the pug show.
Our merchandise was a hit among attendees, from small pug toys to pens and stylish pug-themed shopping bags. Each item seemed to find its way into the hands of our supporters.
Among the highlights of the day was a touching moment shared with a lady in her 80’s, who has had pugs since the 70’s. She shared a number of positive stories about the charity with us. Her presence and enthusiasm were a reminder of the enduring bond between humans and pugs.
Perhaps the most heartening news of all, was the incredible sum of £567 collected on the day for PDWRA! This achievement fills us with heartfelt gratitude and serves as a testament to the generosity and kindness of our community.
Every penny raised will go towards supporting the welfare and well-being of pugs in need, ensuring that they find loving homes and receive the care they deserve.
Events like Crufts play a vital role in raising awareness about pug welfare and the tireless work of our charity. It’s an opportunity to showcase the difference we can make when we come together in support of a common cause.
We are immensely grateful to the volunteers who took time out of their day to travel to, and attend the event and everyone who stopped by our stand, shared their stories, and supported our mission.
Your continued love and support means the world to us and our pugs!
CRUFTS TO INTRODUCE HEALTH ENTRY REQUIREMENT FOR POPULAR BRACHYCEPHALIC BREEDS FROM 2025.
To continue to ensure that dog shows remain an effective platform to monitor and improve dog health, The Kennel Club has announced it is introducing health-related entry requirements for some brachycephalic breeds for Crufts 2025.
Crufts 2025 for Brachy breeds | The Kennel Club
The breathing testing was featured in Channel 4’s coverage of Crufts and filmed in front of our PDWRA stand. Do catch-up on the details and discussion if you missed it!
For more related information about the brachycephalic health issues, please see various articles at: Pug Health & Wellbeing | The Pug Dog Welfare & Rescue Association (pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk)
If you would like to donate towards Pugs in Need, particularly healthcare costs, please go to: Donating to Pug Dog Welfare | The Pug Dog Welfare & Rescue Association (pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk)
by Yasmin | 6 Mar, 2024 | Blog, News, Fundraising
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by Yasmin | 3 Mar, 2024 | Blog, News, Rescue Stories
** GREAT NEWS – UPDATE! **
Edna has found her perfect new home, all to herself!
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Meet Edna, a beautiful little 6 year old girl.
Edna is looking for her Forever-Home due to unforeseen changes at her family home. This meant that she used to be crated for long periods of time while her parents were at work, so she now really craves love and attention from her humans, and will do so from her new adopter.
Edna has shown also, that she isn’t willing to share attention, resenting any other dogs that take it away from her. There have been spats and they’ve been consistent!
She can also snap at passing dogs if they try to sniff her whilst out walking so Edna really needs someone to help her feel safe and secure, to settle down and find her confidence without upsetting any resident dogs or cats, who she also reacts too unfavourably, in the home.
This is why she can’t be rehomed with other companions as she will literally fight for attention.
She is used to having children around and we recommend that they are older rather than young.
Edna is a real quirky character, described as a diva who will make you laugh for hours.
She doesn’t mind being left on her own for an hour or two and is house-trained. Edna has been spayed and is in good health, though like many, may need a dental somewhere down the line.
So, could YOU or someone you know, offer Edna her forever home? One without other dogs or cats?
Please apply for her, quoting Reference: Edna 24048 at: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/adopting-a-pug/
If you are already registered to adopt with us, please speak to your PDWRA Area Coordinator directly.
Thank You, from the lovely Edna!
For other Rescue Stories and Appeals for Homes, please see: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/category/rescue-stories/
