by Yasmin | 29 Apr, 2023 | Blog, News, Rescue Stories
Peppa is a very special pug, estimated to be around three years old when she came into our care with an irreversibly damaged eye. She had emergency surgery to remove it along with surgery on her remaining eye, to prevent the same happening to it.
She also has an abnormally shaped back leg which we believe was due to being crated for long periods, restricting her development. This can limit her walks to 20-30 minutes but despite all this, Peppa is an amazingly happy, energetic and loving pug, with a zest for life.
We have been reporting on her progress: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/peppas-progress/
Peppa has now had surgery on one of her legs, and is recovering well, so will be ready for her forever home when this is fully completed.
Although tiny (5kg!), Peppa can be very bossy, bark a lot and play a little too roughly with dogs her own size.
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We are therefore looking for a very specific home for Peppa, ideally with a larger well-balanced dog, who she will enjoy playing with, and a human who has sound dog experience, able to deal with her dominant nature.
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Peppa needs a home with someone who is around most of the time as she loves the attention, and better suited with older children only.
Peppa is sweet, funny and a joy, and it is hard not to fall in love with her!
If you feel you can give a home to Peppa where she can thrive, please apply at: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/adopting-a-pug/
Quoting Reference: PEPPA 23007 on your application form.
If you are already on our waiting list and are interested in adopting Peppa, please speak to your Area Coordinator directly.
More of Peppa’s story can be found at: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/peppas-progress/
THE BEST NEWS is that Peppa has recovered fully and off to her forever home!
https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/peppas-amazing-progress-ready-for-her-forever-home/
Thank you!
by Yasmin | 28 Apr, 2023 | Blog, News, Rescue Stories
Fantastic news: Bobby has found his special, forever home!
In the meantime, he has progressed really well in foster despite the overhead distractions of birds and planes there.
Many things have been tried to help him find a sense of calm and safety, including licky mats, scatter feeding, chews, quiet time with the curtains closed and without noise, plus rewarding him when he is relaxed, quiet and calm.
He likes to be involved, here with the gardening, plus his love of the car meant he wanted to go to the Tip too!
We wish Bobby all the best, and that his progress continues in his forever home, so very carefully selected for him by our VAC team.
We also can’t thank our devoted fosterer, who has helped Bobby so much towards getting the best out his his onward life’s journey!
Bobby urgently needs his forever home!
by Yasmin | 25 Apr, 2023 | In Memoriam
From Peppa’s Mum, Diana.
“Peppa passed away unexpectedly at the age of ten and we are all devastated at the loss.
She was full of love and totally devoted to her family. Every door you opened she appeared behind and followed us wherever we went.
She was loved as much as she loved us, and the gap she has left is immense. She really was the best little companion you could ever ask for.
We miss you so much little Peps.
Love from all your family, especially Mum, Dad, Florrie and Niamh.
Mac is wondering where you are and misses your cuddles. Love you so much little pup, you can rest now. xxx”
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To pay tribute to your sadly lost and beloved PDWRA pug on this dedicated web page,
please email your story, or whatever you would like to say about them, with photos, to: yasmin.t.pdwra@nullgmail.com
by Yasmin | 21 Apr, 2023 | Blog, News, Fundraising
*** This Raffle has now closed ***
This Luxury Cornish Caravan Holiday has been WON, courtesy of a very kind donator!
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Go to PDWRA Mega Auction For Pugs In Need, https://www.facebook.com/groups/242845766241493 to find out more, and purchase tickets!
Tickets are £2 each. Raffle closes at 8pm on Sunday 23rd April.
A one-week holiday, to be taken from one of the following dates:-
2023: October 7th, 14th or 28th
or
2024: March 9th, 16th or 23rd
Based on Trevella Park, Crantock, Cornwall, the comfortable 2 bedroom caravan, has 2 toilets & shower, private WiFi, TV in lounge & main bedroom, washing machine, double glazing & central heating.
Of course, the caravan is dog friendly, allowing up to 3 small dogs or 2 larger dogs!
With secured decking & private parking.
Crantock beach is one of the best beaches in Cornwall & is dog friendly all year round.
The Draw will take place at 8pm on Sunday 23rd April.
The lucky winner will be picked by an independent person using the random.org number generator.
GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!
by Yasmin | 15 Apr, 2023 | Blog, News, Rescue Stories
* Bobby has since found his forever home!* https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/bobby-has-found-his-forever-home/
Bobby is a very sweet 2 year-old boy who desperately needs to be settled into a forever home as soon as possible.
He lived as an only dog with a young family who unfortunately couldn’t cope with him, likely due to being unable to give him the attention and socialisation he needed, which has made him an anxious young boy.
Bobby is naturally an active, playful, inquisitive and affectionate pug who loves company and interaction. His misbehaviour when left alone in his original home meant he would tear at flooring or have accidents indoors.
He has had a few temporary moves, including to a fosterer who had a dog that didn’t get on with Bobby, so it was not his fault, just unfortunate, and why he urgently needs stability and security in a final move to someone who understands dog behaviour, is patient, and can provide suitable training so that he can enjoy his best life!
– He adores people and gets very excited with visitors, running to greet them as he does when people greet him in public.
– He doesn’t like to be left alone but will take himself off to a quiet spot for some down time when he knows people are around.
– His favourite thing is rolling over for tummy tickles. He’s often on the go, but does enjoy snuggle time too, especially in the evenings.
– He enjoys play and his toys, although sometimes he can get a little carried away with excitement.
– Bobby shows no signs of fear towards people or other dogs. He gets very excitable and interested, wanting to play with them.
– He loves to go for walks and is excellent on the lead.
– We are unsure of his tolerance of cats.
Bobby needs to be on a gluten free diet, no wheat. Changes in his food affected his gut badly and was immediately rectified once he returned to this.
He is fed wet tinned food, also poached chicken for training treats and in a Kong which keeps him busy for a while. He also really enjoys chews such as dried chicken feet.
There are no other health issues, just behavioural ones that require attention:
– Barking a lot when in the garden and when he can see into the garden from indoors. He barks and chases birds and planes and won’t come on command while doing that.
– He follows commands, but only if he sees a treat in your hand and will respond to his name. With treats he can sit, lie down, shake, leave it and take it!
– He resource-guards. Some things like toys are ok and sometimes he growls a bit, but he’s easily distracted with a treat, though can’t be used too much to be confused with rewarding that behaviour.
– He’s fine being stroked or examined by someone he trusts, though has tried nipping the vets hand when his head was held.
Bobby has recently been neutered which hopefully will help with a few of these issues including the indoor accidents, typically if he’s left alone, or by not getting him outside soon enough. He happily toilets while on walks.
The moves have stressed him, making him even more anxious and restless, so he will require patience and time to transition in a loving home where he can get the care and attention he needs, and so deserves.
To apply to adopt Bobby please go to: https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/adopting-a-pug/
Quoting Reference: BOBBY 23001 in your application form.
If you are already on our waiting list and are interested in adopting Bobby, please contact your PDWRA Area Coordinator directly.
Thank you!
