Otherwise known as Looney Tunes, the lovely Luna is ready for her adoptive home, having been in foster due to her Mum passing away..
Luna is seven years old and spayed.
She can live in a new home as an only pug, or with a sociable dog.
She will tolerate cats, but may chase them at first!
Luna can live with children, but can be a little over zealous with her affections.
She is quite a character, and is very typical of the stubborn, funny, cheeky, contrary and affectionate pug.
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Luna likes to march to the beat of her own drum, and won’t necessarily follow any requests!
She is fully housetrained and enjoys her walks, also travels well in the car.
She’s enjoying her stay in foster, in central England as you can see from the videos.
Luna will make a wonderful, fun and loving addition to any home!
If you feel you can offer Luna, ‘Looney Tunes’, that loving home, or have any further questions, please contact Jane at: Central@nullpugwelfare-rescue.org.uk
Wishing everyone a Very Happy Easter. With special wishes and thanks to all of our loyal Supporters and dedicated Volunteers & Donators, who make helping Pugs in Need, possible!
Here are Teddy, Ruby and Mildred, gorgeous pugs from our PDWRA family’s, Mega-Auction team, getting into the spirit for the Easter Weekend.
To join in on their activities, they are open and active with new lots listed on Easter Monday and a prize raffle ending in the evening:
As Easter temptations will be around, please be vigilant around them for a fun & safe time, particularly if Easter Eggs or children are around.
Remind visitors what they’re not allowed to eat particularly.
FOODS they should not eat:
– Chocolate, lying around, discarded or forgotten out on Easter hunts!
– Fruit or Simnel cake, hot-cross buns anything with sultana’s, currants and raisins (grapes)
– Traditional roasted poultry where bones can easily splinter
– Stuffing, gravy, anything which may contain onion, chives, garlic.
– Other foods, such as certain nuts, blue cheese, fatty and salty foods
CHOCOLATE:
Most of us know to keep Easter chocolate away from them, but they will seek things out with their highly sensitive sense of smell.
Theobromine in chocolate is a stimulant. It may cause excitability or muscle twitching, tremors, even fitting, or they may have an increased heart rate.
They may initially be sick, but don’t try to make them sick. If vomit is frothy and foamy it could get into their lungs, making matters worse.
Other signs might include drinking a lot, dribbling, not walking in a straight line and fast breathing. If enough is eaten then the effects can be severe or even fatal.
Some sugar-free chocolates contain xylitol, which is an artificial sweetener especially poisonous to dogs. It can cause a dog’s blood sugar level to drop to dangerous levels, also possibly liver failure.
Although chocolate foil wrappers are not poisonous, they can cause an obstruction if eaten. This can be dangerous enough to require surgery. Signs of an obstruction may include being sick, being tired, they may be off their food, or finding it difficult to go to the toilet!
If you suspect your pet may have eaten chocolate, keep the packaging and call your vet immediately. Help them regarding the type of chocolate that’s been eaten (dark, plain, milk, white etc.) and how much has been consumed.
PDSA: Learn more about chocolate toxicity and the signs and symptoms: http://pdsa.me/bUYl
THANK YOU!
*** We are delighted to say that we have received sufficient Applications for Ted & Henry. ***
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APPEAL INFORMATION:
Due to family bereavement, these lovely 6 year-old brothers, Ted & Henry, are looking for their forever home together.
Gentle, loving, very well behaved and completely house-trained they would make the perfect companions and suit a variety of households.
Quick to adapt to new routines, the boys are also great with other dogs and with children of all ages. They have no fear of household noise and are good on or off lead.
Henry is the leader of the two although he is slightly smaller. Ted will not go on a walk without him and they keep a close eye on where each other is at all times, definitely bonded-brothers.
The boys both love their walks. Ted is a plodder and sniffer while Henry has a slightly quicker pace though neither are sprinters!
Both Ted and Henry have the sweetest personalities, affectionate and gentle and very happy snuggling up on the sofa in the evening.
You are guaranteed to fall in love with them straight away!
It will be a very lucky household indeed that gives a forever home to these 2 beautiful boys.
If you have any questions about them, please email Helen at: veterinary-advisor@nullpugwelfare-rescue.org.uk
Please Note we currently have sufficient applications for them & are not accepting any more at this time.
Sam Harrington-Lowe is Director, Founder and Managing Editor of Silver Magazine, an edgy, exciting magazine for the 50+ market where she examines what your Midlife Coming of Age is, why it’s so amazing, and how you can get there!
Last month, she published an article talking about how she has recently fostered a blind, deaf 15-year-old pug. She says that whilst this has made life a little more complicated it’s also been rather magical…
Sam says of Miss Bones, her new arrival that ‘Her owner died. Imagine being fostered out at 15 after a lifetime with one family. When she arrived she was frightened and in flight mode.
Very hard for a pug that can barely even see if it’s day or night. After a day or two crashing around trying to escape, the pheromone diffuser and industrial strength hemp oil kicked in and she settled, found her stride, started to trust us, and we formed some routines.’
‘She’s amazing. She’s mapped out the ground floor of the house, doing laps over and over, touching things with her nose to test the boundaries, and walks around it without hesitation now.
We have to be careful of not ambushing her by leaving things lying around where she’s not expecting them. Added bonus that daughter now has to be tidier, or Miss Bones goes a cropper…’
My daughter Amy achieved her long held desire to own a pug in 2018. Now 30, and having wanted one since she was 10, she knew all about their little ‘quirks’ as a breed! We all fell in love instantly with little Boo and I found myself becoming more fascinated by pugs as a breed. I’d always had dogs growing up but never a pug. Amy mentioned one day she’d heard of a charity that rehomed pugs. I did a little research and came across the PDWRA online, signed up to everything I could and the rest, as they say is history!
How did you come to make the decision to adopt through the PDWRA?
At the time we adopted Ralph, Pugs and Frenchie’s seemed to have soared in popularity. I couldn’t believe there was a charity literally dedicated to rehoming pugs. I’ve always used rescue centres and just feel that’s what I’d rather do to give a dog another chance at a happy life. The PDWRA seemed like an amazing charity and the perfect opportunity for us to welcome our own pug to the family.
When did you adopt your Ralph?
We adopted Ralph in January 2020. On a bitterly cold Saturday afternoon we drove almost 2 hours to a riding school in what seemed like deepest darkest Somerset. We’d been sent pictures of Ralph and fallen in love with him. Area Coordinator Jane McAllister was amazing at ensuring he was a good match, not just for us as a family but for Boo also, so I felt sure everything would be fine. We arrived and met Ralph’s foster family; they handed over what appeared to be an overly excitable bag of eels! I felt sure I was going to drop him; the energy and sheer liveliness did take me by surprise a little! We completed all the formalities and popped our new family member in the back of the car. He absolutely flaked out all the way home, bless him.
What made you decide to adopt?
We’d adopted previously through a little local charity. For me personally, I just feel it’s what I prefer to do. I do worry sometimes that in today’s materialistic society even dogs can become a status symbol or a fashion item, becoming very ‘sought after’ for a period sending prices from breeders soaring. Sadly, with breeds like pugs that have their little ‘quirks’, it’s all too easy to give them up when they become a bit of a challenge to care for.
Can you tell us a little bit about Ralph?
Ralph is an absolute character! He has two speeds, full on or asleep. I’d never heard the expression ‘Velcro Dog’, but Ralph is the dictionary definition! He’s just amazing, slightly crazy and we honestly can’t imagine life without him now. Boo is my daughter’s pug and although she isn’t with us all the time, it was obviously important to ensure any potential matches for us suited Boo. Boo is a black female and a year or so older than Ralph. From what I hear, she is a typical black female pug, earning her the nickname ‘Princess Boo’. She’s adorable but definitely has a slight attitude! She’s very much top dog and ensures Ralph knows this in the nicest way possible when she comes to visit.
How did you find the adoption process?
The adoption process was incredibly well managed, and Jane was amazing. We had a lengthy talk about the family, why we were looking at adopting a pug and what the relevant requirements would be, particularly as in a good match for Boo. Jane explained that with Boo’s character, we’d potentially be looking at a younger, more submissive male. Jane called me back sometime later and described Ralph. He sounded so cute. He’s a brindle and in trying to describe him, Jane said he had markings like a tiger or that he should be called Tigger. She sent a photo through and from that moment I just wanted to pick him up! His markings are beautiful and draw lots of comments as people are more used to seeing fawn or black pugs, while Ralph is a mixture.
Anything you think prospective adoptive or foster parents should know?
I would say to make sure you know the quirks of the breed. As mentioned, my daughter Amy wanted a pug for years. She’d educated herself incredibly well and made sure I knew about the breed as I’d be looking after Boo occasionally, I’d never heard of reverse sneezing! I’ve had dogs all my life, but pugs are definitely a breed apart and it’s good to ensure you know all the possible issues to take care of before you commit.
What has life been like since adopting Ralph?
We can’t imagine life without Ralph now. He’s become an amazing little companion for my teenager. Ralph came into our lives just as we were about to go into lockdown in 2020. This period was a cause of extreme anxiety for my child, then only 10yrs old. Ralphs cuddles, slightly mad personality and just his general presence definitely helped. It was incredible to see their bond from day one and Ralph is such a big part of this family now. Thank you so much to PDWRA and in particular, Jane McAllister.
There are two 40th Anniversaries this year, the 40th Anniversary of EastEnders and the arrival of a very famous TV pug – Willie, belonging to Ethel Skinner and more importantly, the 40th Anniversary of pugs entering my life, which was January 1985. I was a young teenager and my family got our first pug puppy, called Honey. I was the start of a 40-year pug adventure ending with the adoption of our very own Ethel! After a few years of having Honey in our lives, my Mum heard about PDWRA and she has adopted at least 4 pugs through PDWRA over the last 40 years, and that’s how I knew about pug adoption.
Due to work commitments and family life, a dog was not a viable option for our family for a number of years, but in 2018 my husband was made redundant and took a job with more flexible hours. We then thought about the prospect of getting a dog and I made the first move to contacting PDWRA. This was around September 2018 and it wasn’t too long until we were contacted for a home visit and the ball was rolling. My mum had warned it may be sometime before we heard anything but 2 or 3 weeks later a call came through from Paula Parke regarding a puppy pug that had become available. We weren’t too sure about a puppy, preferring a 2–3-year-old dog and Paula then mentioned a little pug called Ethel. “Tell me more” I said, and she did. 2 weeks later we were on our way to collect our very own little ‘Willie’! We can still remember the first time seeing her now, a tiny little thing bounding into the room after a tennis ball, which was as big as her head! From that moment on, we were smitten. We drove home to where her 2 human sisters were patiently waiting and life changed forever, for the better. Ethel settled in reasonably quickly, we had originally said – “no sleeping in our bed”, but those big eyes and sad little face – 24 hours later she was on the bed in between us snoring away on her favourite soft blanket and she’s never looked back!
Ethel has had a few health issues, like all pugs she suffered with eye ulcers and after a particularly bad bout of them we spoke to the PDWRA who were excellent in referring us and helping with the costs, to an expert eye surgeon. Ethel had a cornea graft in the summer of 2021, it was a worrying time and after a few weeks of wearing the cone, numerous trips back and forth to the vet and LOTS of eye drops, the result was amazing and well worth having done.
Ethel was a tiny 5kg when we adopted her at the age of 2 and half, she has now been in her forever home with us for 6 years and due to her love of cheese, crisps, apple, chicken, roast beef, the list goes on, her weight has slowly crept up. She enjoys 2 or 3 walks a day, dry at an ambient temperature is always preferable! Ethel has also “enjoyed” a few trips away, she’s been to Devon, where she very much enjoyed trying to snack on sheep’s poop, and climbing up the various Tor’s. She’s also been to Rye and Camber Sands, where she’s really enjoyed a trot on the sand with some doggy friends of ours, but always looks at them like they are slightly mad when they go running off into the water – “wet paws, not for me” she says! But as much as she’s enjoyed her trips away, you can tell Ethel’s absolute favourite place is in her own home, on the settee, next to either me or her Dad, squashed up next to one of us snoring away until a crisp packet rustles and you’ve never seen a pug move so fast!
Ethel is a lovely little pug, she is loving and attentive but at the same time can give you that moody side eye pug treatment when she feels like it! She’s 9 years old now, a senior, but still has quite youthful looks, even if tinged with some grey. She can still chase a squirrel or even an aeroplane in the back garden and jumping up at the TV when any non-human is on – not a problem! And even though crisps HAVE to be shared and nature programmes are a no-no, we wouldn’t have it any other way! Here’s to another 40 years of PDWRA and pug love.
Speaking from one dog collar to another – The joy of being a long-term fosterer with PDWRA…
It was the run up to Christmas 2023, late evening and I needed a break from sermon writing, so started surfing the internet, and because of my interest in pugs came across the PDWRA, and their appeal for fosterers. I can do that – I thought. My work is based at home; the house is pug friendly with a third of an acre of secure garden. Most importantly was I needed to check with Horace and Doris, the resident pugs, and Big Trevor who I was looking after for a member of my congregation (who incidentally ended up staying). Permission granted and I completed the forms; a home check followed, and the rest as they say is history. My first foster pug came in early February, a lovely 9-year fawn pug. She settled in straight away and a home was already lined up for her. She stayed for a few days holiday before going to her forever home.
Julie’s full Grumble!
After speaking to my regional co-ordinator Dee, I shared my love of those pugs that had additional needs. Having worked as a regional fundraiser for a national animal welfare charity for 15 years it saddened me when those that are elderly, not attractive to look at, or have medical or social needs are overlooked in favour of the younger dogs, when often all they need is someone to understand and love them for who they are. These are the pugs that I have a passion for, have experience of caring for and am happy to share my life and my home with.
I didn’t need to wait long. Dee rang to ask if I would take a bonded pair. Of course, was my reply. My first black pugs – Cissie and Ada, (mum and daughter) joined us. Cissie was 13 and Ada 11 and a half. Both were wonky on their back legs and continence was becoming an issue, but apart from that they were absolutely fine. They have been a joy to have around and can still get about. Howard and Hilda came a few weeks later. Howard was 14 and Hilda 11. Both settled in immediately. They still enjoy a toddle around the village.
Betty came in the summer, an 11-year-old who came from another region. After a dental she became one of the more lively pugs in the grumble, and last but definitely not least came Mr Godfrey, who arrived at the end of the summer. He was overweight and struggling to walk. A trip to the vet diagnosed Degenerative Myelopathy. A strict diet meant he has lost weight, has regular physio and hydrotherapy and started to get around on his wheels and a happier pug you couldn’t wish to meet. Feeding time is organised and everyone waits their turn.
Mr Godfrey, Big Trevor and Doris
As everyone who lives with a pug will tell you, they are unique characters, and you soon see past their age or condition. I don’t notice Horace’s one eye, liver shunt and his post clip alopecia, Big Trev’s Sudden Acute Retinal Degeneration, (He lost his eyesight totally in just over a week last month and is now learning to get around blind, but the rest of the grumble support him). They are a joy to come home to and always lift the spirit.
My job enables me to sometimes take them to work with me and visits to care homes for an afternoon of ‘Pugs and Mugs’ are always popular where the everyone gets to fuss a pug and share a mug of tea and a cake (the pugs ensure there are no crumbs on the floor!), and pet blessings are always fun to do, and mine get to take the service with me.
Of course, there is the sad side when they make the journey over the rainbow bridge. As I was writing this article I had to wave goodbye to Betty, as she had developed a suspected brain tumour and very suddenly went downhill. I stayed with her till the end, and she spent her final hours before and after crossing with her grumble family. As sad as it was, I am so grateful for the time she spent with all of us and the difference her life made to ours, and it makes me even more determined to give these older pugs the best quality of life they can possibly have for as long as they can.
Cissie & Ada, and the Grumble peering through the gate
Myself, like all other volunteers; fosterers, fundraisers, drivers, vets, trustees, co-ordinators are each a cog in the wheel that is PDWRA and a big thank you needs to go to those behind the scenes who by their own volunteering allow the charity to continue to do what it does best, caring for pugs. But this can only happen alongside a sustainable income, which is why I also advocate leaving a legacy, and / or regular giving to enable the charity to continue in the future.
I see my role as a long-term fosterer as a privilege and I keep in regular contact with Dee, my regional co-ordinator and send updates all of the time, the charity support their medical needs, and Abbey Vets have been an amazing support. Through PDWRA I have met some wonderful people and pugs, and this has become a holiday home for some of the fostered / adopted pugs with additional needs. It all adds to the grumble and variety.
Betty & Horace
To anyone considering fostering, I would say, don’t overlook the bonded pairs, those with additional needs, they are a joy, and the elderly – with age comes wisdom
The only thing is you might need to get is a bigger sofa, so that there is enough room for everyone!
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For more information about Fostering and to apply, please see:
THANK YOU!
*** We are delighted to say that we have received sufficient Applications for Milo & Oscar. ***
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APPEAL INFORMATION:
Bonded boys Milo and Oscar are keen and ready for their Forever Home together!
Due to long working-hours changes at home, this delightful pair of boys, who can live with children and other sociable dogs are looking for their adoptive home.
We’re informed, No cats though!
Oscar is four years old.
and Milo is five.
Both boys are neutered and vaccinated.
They are affectionate and love a cuddle.
They are crate and housetrained.
If you have any specific questions about them, please email Jane at: central@nullpugwelfare-rescue.org.uk
Hello everyone. My name is Esme and I first came to PDWRA a few years ago.
I’ll start with the day I was told I had a new Furever Home. I was transported from my foster home to another lovely volunteer’s home, and from there I was collected by Myra and her daughter, Melissa.
I was taken to my new home where I met my new brother, Rupert (a Jack Russell/Chihuahua cross). As I explored the house, I found that there were dog beds in each room, one for each of us, (but sometimes Rupert and I like to share together) and a large garden, which has lots of birds visiting. I love to chase birds!
I also checked out the most important room, the kitchen… I found that the menu was quite delicious!
It didn’t take me long to find the best spot on the bed that night, with my own pillow, and I must say I slept well. Two days later though, I did not feel good, and my new family realised that I had a problem with my eye, so off I went to the vet. Apparently,
I had an ulcerated cornea, and when the standard treatment didn’t work, I was referred to a specialist, who told me that I needed expensive surgery imminently, or I would lose my eye. As it was a pre-existing condition, the PDWRA agreed to pay the costs. I was then forced to wear the cone of shame for weeks, but thankfully, with the swift action from my humans and help from PDWRA I have been able to keep my eye.
A little while later I began to take interest in Rupert’s toys and so Melissa gave me a toy of my own, and I love it. I don’t play with it very often, but I love to give it a chew from time to time.
When I first came here, I was not used to walking and I had a terrible fear of traffic, but both Myra and Melissa were very patient with me and slowly built up my walking distance, and took time to let me get used to traffic.
I still have a go at big vans if they are too close to me but I can now walk by the road without having to be kept on a short lead. I do still have occasional night terrors but even they have got better the longer I’m here.
Sadly, Myra became ill, and so Melissa took over our care as well as looking after her Mum, who we then sadly lost. Melissa has now become our sole Human and she has made sure that Rupert and I lost nothing but also gained so much, as we now go on doggy adventures to the forest and other local spaces and we’ve been on holidays to the New Forest and Cornwall.
I can now walk up to 7 miles in a day, not bad for a Pug who had never been walking before! Melissa is an actor and film maker and I have actually appeared in a couple of her films, and have even appeared in a travel show for Korean TV!
Thank you PDWRA for all you have done for me and others like me, and I hope that you continue the good work for other Pugs.
We’re all glad for the drier, brighter, warmer days bringing with it NEW temptations for our furry friends indoors and out. So as usual we need to be vigilant, for them!
Outdoor hazards:
We’re likely to be keen to be outdoors with winter behind us. Springtime activities such as gardening and picnicking can expose pugs to potential hazards like pesticides, fertilizers, and sharp tools/objects.
So, keep a close eye on your pug when they’re outdoors to ensure they’re not exploring things they shouldn’t be, and are in a safe environment.
Toxic Bulbs & Plants:
Many different plants & bulbs commonly found in the home, gardens and outdoor areas can make your dog ill. Some of these are highly poisonous, such as lilies, tulips, and daffodils, if ingested. while others may only cause a mild tummy upset. Incidents of poisoning from spring bulbs are most likely to occur from dogs eating the bulbs in spring when they begin to flower and autumn when they are planted.
It’s best to keep your pugs away from these plants, to prevent accidental poisoning. Please see more examples of harmful and harmless plants the bottom of this webpage.
There’s a whole array of OTHER hazards, including: weed killer, pesticides including slug pellets, compost bins, even grass cuttings!
Allergens: Just like humans, dogs can suffer from seasonal allergies triggered by pollen, grass, and other allergens that are more prevalent in the spring. Symptoms may include itching, scratching, sneezing, and watery eyes.
Ticks and fleas: Warmer weather means an increase in ticks and fleas, which can transmit diseases such as Lyme disease and tapeworms. Pugs, with their wrinkled skin, can be particularly susceptible to flea infestations if proper preventive measures aren’t taken.
Indoor hazards:
With Easter, it may be worth reminding visitors or children who may not be as aware of the hazards, as we are, so everyone can enjoy this time of year, safely.
Chocolate poisoning: Easter often involves chocolate eggs & treats, which are toxic to dogs if ingested. Make sure to keep all chocolate out of reach of your pug and be cautious about where you hide Easter eggs if they contain chocolate.
Most of us know about keeping Easter chocolate away from temptation but our dogs will endeavour to seek things out with their highly sensitive sense of smell.
Theobromine found in chocolate is a stimulant. It may cause excitability or muscle twitching, tremors, even fitting, or they may have an increased heart rate. They may initially be sick, but you must never try to make them sick.
– If vomit is frothy and foamy it could get into their lungs, making matters worse.
– Other signs might include drinking a lot, drooling, not walking in a straight line and fast breathing. If enough is eaten then the effects can be severe or even fatal.
Some sugar-free chocolates contain Xylitol, also branded as Birch-sugar, which is an artificial sweetener especially poisonous to dogs. It can cause a dog’s blood sugar level to drop to dangerous levels, also possibly liver failure.
Also, while chocolate foil wrappers are not poisonous, they can cause an obstruction if eaten. This can be dangerous enough to require surgery.
Signs of an obstruction may include being sick, being tired, they may be be off their food, or finding it difficult to go to the toilet!
If you suspect your pet may have eaten chocolate, keep the packaging and call your vet immediately. Help them regarding the type of chocolate that’s been eaten (dark, plain, milk, white etc.) and how much has been consumed.
If you suspect your dog may have eaten chocolate, contact your vet immediately, keep the packaging to help them regarding the type of chocolate that’s been eaten (dark, plain, milk, white etc.) and how much has been consumed.
Overeating Easter treats: With Easter celebrations often come feasts and treats, which can lead to overeating and digestive issues for pugs. Be mindful of the types and amounts of food your pug consumes to prevent obesity and gastrointestinal problems.
Food Hazards.
– Traditional roasts where cooked bones can easily splinter.
– Stuffing, gravy, anything which may contain onion, chives, garlic.
– Fruit or Simnel cake, Hot-Cross buns, anything with sultana’s and raisins (grape family).
– Other foods, such as certain nuts, blue cheese, fatty and salty foods.
If you are Spring-Cleaning, make sure that products are inaccessible to your dog and that they are kept away from areas while being cleaned, or have recently been cleaned.
We could not do what we do for Pugs in Need without dedicated Foster carers.
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More than ever, we are in need of NEW foster homes to support the large number of pugs in our care and welcome Short and Long-term Foster carers.
We also are in particular need of those that can support age-related or special-needs, or accommodate bonded-pairs, as the number of all types of pugs that have been surrendered has increased.
Often those with emotional needs or impaired sight for example, may need quieter homes, sometimes without other energetic pets or young children around them.
If you can help to foster, plus in particular be able to offer any of the following listed, we would love to hear from you!
Quiet, less busy environments.
No-Other-Dogs in the home.
Bonded Pairs accommodated.
Special-needs, Mobility or Incontinence care.
Behavioural investment/training.
We match the best environment and care available for each pug’s needs and frequently they need to be in a foster home as soon as possible.
The demand for specific types of homes varies across the regions of the UK, and we would also welcome more from Scotland, the North of England and Wales, plus Avon & Somerset in the South West of England.
👏 ** WONDERFUL NEWS: Evie has found her FOREVER FAMILY! ** 👏
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ORIGINAL APPEAL:
This is the lovely Evie. She’s 2 and a half years-old and looking for an experienced parent in a home with no other dogs or children.
We don’t believe Evie has had the best socialisation and can be extremely jealous of her human and over excitable around other dogs (and young children) though will calm down quickly.
If another dog starts coming near she has the urge to attack and barks at them. She reacts particularly towards larger dogs, which may stem from not getting on with one in her previous home.
She can also grumble at being picked up but less so as she gets used to you.
Her new parent will need to help Evie with her behaviour with the attention she needs for this.
Evie is very affectionate too! She likes people, requires all the attention from her human, enjoys cuddles and sitting on laps. She follows the fosterer everywhere.
She gets very excited in the car as she knows she’s going on a walk. She enjoys these!
Evie is fully house-trained and good and obedient at feeding. She understands commands.
She would be ideal as a companion for someone at home that enjoys walking and can help to improve some of her behaviours.
Evie will be spayed next week while in foster so will be recovered and back to normal for her new home.
Could YOU & your home benefit from Evie’s companionship?
We appealed for a Forever Home for Rocky who hadn’t enjoyed a lot of socialisation making him sensitive and reactive, and were lucky to find one so soon and that he’s more than thriving in already!
Rocky sleeps with us in a memory foam bed and takes up most of the room. He snores really loud but he wakes up as soon as I move.
At 7.30 am we get up and go in the garden to feed the birds, then Rocky has breakfast. We walk along the country road to see the llamas, then we run back. He is super-fast, but he loves to run.
Toy time starts immediately when he gets back. His toys are thrown all over the living room, followed by the zoomies!
Once he’s tired, it’s a massive drink of water followed by belly rub time and cuddle time on the couch with his electric blanket on number 2.
We go for a walk up to a nearby woodland around 12 where Rocky loves to bark. He loves the storms and is starting to respond really well to the local farm animals and wildlife, although he did scare the Minister’s wife on her cycle yesterday when she rode by. It was hilarious and I’m sure this will make an appearance in the next community newsletter. Our late boy Trevor used to do exactly the same.
Snack time as soon as we return home and Siesta time at 2.30pm until 4pm. Then we go on the back field for a run about, working on his recall. Chill time is followed by teatime at 6pm followed by a treat.
Evenings are chill out time, belly rub and cuddle time on the couch. Lots of barking in the garden, and bed time around 11pm. We sometimes see a wee glimmer of sadness hit him, due to his past trauma, but his days are mainly filled with happiness and love. He’s an important and loved member of our pack and he knows this.
We are sure his troubled heart will heal soon.
Rocky’s Proud Forever Parents!
PDWRA couldn’t be happier for such a match made in heaven for this lovely boy who didn’t have the best start in life, Rocky.
Thanks also to Lisa, his dedicated Rehoming Coordinator.
👏 ** WONDERFUL NEWS UPDATE: Coco is moving to her PERFECT NEW HOME! ** 👏
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ORIGINAL APPEAL:
Nine year old Coco is looking to retire as an Only-Dog ideally, in her Forever Home.
She enjoys the company of adults and children, though would be best homed with older children if there are any in the home as Coco hasn’t lived with them before.
Although she is fine with dogs when out and about, she would love to live in a home as an only dog as this is the lifestyle she is familiar with.
She loves to get up close and personal, either around her human’s neck or on a lap.
Coco makes it clear when she needs to go out, and when it’s meal times.
She will bark at sudden noises and alert you when someone is at the door. She may also bark in a bid to gain human food, but this is a habit she is slowing unlearning. Coco has started a journey and still has some extra weight to lose.
Coco enjoys her two daily walks. She’s fit enough and willing!
Look past the grumpy exterior of a senior lady, and Coco will make a wonderful, loving companion.
Could YOURS be the perfect home for the lovely Coco?
If you have any specific questions about her or to alert Jane, his Rehoming Coordinator of your application, please email: sw@nullpugwelfare-rescue.org.uk
👏 ** BEST NEWS UPDATE: Rambo has found his perfect NEW HOME! ** 👏
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ORIGINAL APPEAL:
Introducing 8 year old Rambo, who has been in foster with us and is ready for his Forever, Adoptive Home!
Could Rambo’s Home be Yours?
He can live with other kind & friendly dogs, and older children. He enjoys being made a fuss over, as he’s very loving though he does prefer to lie next to you rather than be a lap-pug!
Rambo is an extra large type of chap; in length, height and width, although he steadily developed a waistline while his poorly elderly Mum couldn’t keep up his usual routine. He’ll eat anything too which doesn’t help! ☺️
House training has also lapsed a little and is work in progress that we are sure will get back on track once in a routine again. He’s using a belly band in the interim. Patience and regular garden trips are needed.
Rambo would love his person or family to be around a lot of the time. It was what he’s used to.
He relishes his walks, and is becoming fitter and fitter. He is the sweetest, funniest boy, who has a character you can’t fail to love.
Rambo’s general health is good. He gets anxious at the vets, but shows no aggression. He just becomes a bag of eels!
Could YOU offer this charmer his Forever Home?
He’s currently in foster in the South West of England.
If you have any specific questions about him or to alert Jane, his Rehoming Coordinator of your application, please email: sw@nullpugwelfare-rescue.org.uk
