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Joanna Senior Airedale – Rehomed

As many of you know we are at our maximum capacity for dogs that we can manage at present. So it has been so difficult for us – as we love dogs and not being able to help makes our volunteers suffer – we never forget the dogs and their faces. But we are human and as it is, our lives are consumed by rescue, so sometimes we make the hardest choices. But … there are times that we mean to say ‘No’ and we say ‘Yes’ instead.

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This is one such time. We were told about an Airedale girl, 11 years old, a pet, but the family were moving overseas and they could not take the dog, they did not know what to do and they were running out of options and time. The dog was going to be brought to the perrera.  A horrible place for any dog, and a place no dog should experience. So we said Yes when we meant No.

A wonderful volunteer picked up the dog for Terrier SOS – to move her to our residential kennels (they are well maintained, well staffed and the dogs are cared for). Well, what she told me just broke our hearts.

This is Joanna and she is an Airedale – one of our volunteers refers to her as the Large Lass. She was bought as a puppy for a family. She was the love of their life, they both worked in Madrid and were doing well. The family was doing well, but sadly one of the partners passed away unexpectedly, the other continued working and caring for Joanna, but then he lost his job. Money became an issue and he was forced to return to his hometown. No money, no job. His only offer came from a job overseas and he felt he had no choice, and decided to let Joanna be rehomed. But not many options for an old airedale, and not much interest and he was running out of time. He reached out, and through the many connections/shares – she ended up in our inbox.

She is beautiful, well groomed, she came with toys, blanket, bed and food. She has been loved and has been a family member – and our volunteer had a very emotional pick up – another one – and we have promised him we will find her a wonderful retirement home.

Joanna is dog and people friendly. She will need a family that will understand and help her adjust – we dont want her to be in kennels so we are looking for a foster with view to adopt – we would like to move her soon so would look at foster as well.

Download & complete the TerrierSOSQuestionnaire2017 to rehome our lovely senior lady Joanna.

Cats: not known
Other dogs: OK
Children 10+

Scopie – female wire fox terrier

Please meet Scopie our Terrier SOS OAP from France. She has now arrived in foster in London and settling in, still a bit confused as her life has changed dramatically – no more Kennels for Madame Scopie!

She was born in November 2001 (she is 14) – and has lived in the shelter for the past two years. She is hard of hearing and almost blind, but getting by really well, she still finds her way round.

We went for a drive and walk today – she was perfect in the car – and walks well on lead too – we are looking for a retirement home for her and will do a proper posting about her during the week – but please consider our Oldies – they deserve to have a family and spend what time they have surrounded with love and care.

She is looking for a retirement home and is fine with people and calm dogs. She loves cuddles. Due to her age and what she has been through – we want a lovely calm home for her to see out what time she has left in comfort and love.

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To apply please download, complete & return TerrierSOSQuestionnaireMay2015

Conlaf Terrier Cross

This is the amazing Conlaf.  A dog that was abandoned in a protectora (rescue) in Spain and forgotten – he has lived most of his life in kennels in Spain.  We saw him and it was love at first sight!  So when the rescue asked if we could help – we said of course!  He has come to the UK and is being fostered in Notts.  The foster thinks he is just a wonderful foster boy and has not put a paw wrong.  Considering everything he has been through – we think he is a wonder dog and any family that will have the privilege of sharing their life with this dog will be the luckiest family around!

Conlaf is a happy boy – a very happy, social and outgoing little BIG man, has met all dogs on walks whether big or small with no signs of fear or aggression.  Has no issue over food – and sits patiently with his foster brothers at treat and meal time.  He is clean in the house, sleeps the night, knows Sit and High Five,  loves to ride in the car, he is a climber, and a “wanna be” lap blanket sometimes leading to an invasion of space by sneaking onto your lap when distracted.

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Out on walks he is always eager to go out, and is a typical boy terrier, bustling and busy, looking, smelling, snuffling leaving wee-mails, he can pull a tad at the beginning but soon settles down.  Has shown no reactivity to cats as yet.  He loves squeaky toys and balls and will play tug, he likes to “dedd” things, but no surprise there really – he is a terrier after all!

He has a big personality and a big heart, and is full of love, he just wants to love you.  He would suit an active family that has a secure garden for him to sun himself in.  He will need to keep his brain active , and have a family that loves terriers – but maybe in their more mellow stage.  No young children due to his age – but a home with older teenagers with dog experience would be considered.

He is neutered, fully vaccinated, microchip and passport and ready for his new home.

Age approx 10/11 – no cats or small furries

To adopt, please download and complete our TerrierSOSQuestionnaireMay2015

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Dylan, a very special dog forever in our hearts

“We have lost a very special Terrier SOS dog, our beloved Dylan has left us and all our hearts are broken for him and his family. When I first saw Dylan (originally called Diamond) – the rescue did not exist. I had been involved in helping another dog, a terrier naturally, and the volunteers asked if perhaps I could help. Diamond was 7 he was left at a notorious kill station in Almeria because his family were ‘bored’ of him. That is it, with one word he was to be discarded. Their ignorance, their callousness, would cost him his life. Chris and I paid for all his fees out of our own pocket – we waited a long time but eventually we picked up a very thin and a very disorientated boy. We did not know it then but on that day, a journey began – the journey of rescue – with its highs and lows – with the great joy and great sadness that only dogs can bring. We fostered Diamond for over a month, we got to know a fun and bright boy – he loved his toys, he ate my sisters shoes (egged on by Klaus no doubt), he loved chasing squirrels, and in no time we realised that he was a gem, a precious gem.

Liz and George saw the gem too – and on a breezy Brighton seafront – they met Dylan and walked him with Macy. They fell for his charm, his cheekiness, his stubbornness, but above all his sweetness. He was a character, and always brought a smile to his family’s face. He was their beautiful boy. He accompanied them on many adventures, and travelled throughout the UK with them – getting friends and admirers along the way.He was also a fashion model – and modelled for Redhound for Dogs! He loved his toys, keeping his sister on her toes, and letting his family know how much he loved them.

Unfortunately when we speak of Dylan, we must also speak of his illness. Although initially testing negative for Leishmaniasis, he began to shows signs . He received all the treatments and his family spared no effort , he saw Vets, specialists, but sadly either due to the illness or complications because of it, Dylan got progressively worse.

It seems so unfair, Dylan was a beautiful soul and deserved his second chance. He fought his illness, and he always faced his hardship with a grace and stoicism befitting a true terrier. He has left us far too soon, but Dylan was loved, Dylan’s light will shine bright and he will never be forgotten. I know he is whole again and in no more pain, and I hope his family can see what a great gift they have given him.

We started to help more dogs like Dylan, more dogs that were cast away and neglected. We realised his worth – we could see what others could not. People have come together and despite some very tough periods, we moved forward and each year we not only save more dogs, but we become a better rescue and learn and evolve and we would like to think Dylan and dogs like him are proud we have stood up for him and have proved they are worth saving, even if it seems for such an all too brief time.” Diana, founder, Terrier SOS.

Vickie

Vickie is an 11 year young fox terrier who lived happily with her owner, spoilt and loved. Unfortunately she ended up in a French shelter after the person passed away. Vickie has found the constant loud barking and the absence of comfort – despite the volunteers’ kindness  – hard to deal with. She has just arrived in temporary foster in Norfolk and we would love to find a foster home or of course an adoptive family for her.

She is full of life, playful and affectionate, and although she needs a comfy basket or sofa corner, she is not ready for complete retirement, so her new owners have be prepared for plenty of play sessions and walks! Vickie could live with a calm, level headed dog.

However you can apply for our belle now TerrierSOSQuestionnaireMay2015

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No cats or small furries – children: 10+