Endangered Dogs Defence and Rescue

Update 28 July - Good News - Bow has found a lovely new home in Leeds!

Bow - approx. 18mth female, crossbreed:

Bow is a delightful dog who has been rescued and taken in by the East Galway Animal Rescue (EGAR), Ireland’s only Bull Breed Rescue based in Southern Ireland. She arrived quiet and terrified but with some TLC has blossomed into a great little dog!

EGAR lost their long term premises earlier this year and are currently in the exhausting process of re-locating. They have had to reduce their number of animals whilst new premises with facilities for all their rescued animals, including many cruelty and neglect cases, are being organised. Without EGAR many dogs, especially bull breeds, simply have no where to go for help.

Bow is one of the EGAR dogs who has come over to the UK for re-homing and is currently in a foster home in Lancashire, she was originally named ‘Puislin’-but English folk had a hard time pronouncing the name!

She has been spayed, fully vaccinated, fully wormed and is booked to be ID Chipped.

Bow is a charming dog; she is full of character and lots of fun. She will make a fantastic companion.

Bow enjoys the company of other dogs, has lived in a foster home with two cats, horses and chickens, all of which she takes in her stride. She is happy to walk for miles with her ball, play games, curl up in your arms and fall asleep or squeeze in with the bigger doggies-as pictured!

Bow is around 18mths and has Staffie in her although she is quite miniature is size, she is compact and very cute indeed! She is easy going, travels well, is house trained, walks well on the lead and loves human company.

Bow developed a skin condition recently and lost some hair, the exact cause hasn’t been identified; it may have been an allergic reaction. She has received veterinary attention and went back for a veterinary check up on 8th July. There is new hair re-growth and Bow will continue with her tablets for another four weeks and have one more bath in two weeks time. The skin ‘rash’ has greatly improved and Bow doesn’t need to see the vets again unless there is any change, but this is obviously something a new adopter will need to monitor and take advice on from rescue.

All potential homes are vetted and visited, adoption is subject to written agreement with EGAR, full UK rescue back-up is provided

Happy Days New friend

Update January '08:

Bluebell has found a lovely new home. She is happily living with three other rescue dogs, pictured here with one of her new best friends who now never leaves her side!

Home Needed - December 2007 - Bluebell - American Bulldog bitch

Home Needed Bluebell - American Bulldog bitch, (currently fostered in the south east)

Bluebell was taken in by EDDR from a scrapyard. She seems to have been passed around through various owners and was in poor condition. Following several weeks TLC, medication and assessment, Bluebell is now ready for a new home of her own.

Bluebell has been veterinary checked, wormed, de-flead, id chipped, vaccinated and spayed by EDDR. She is approximately five years of age, confident around people and thriving on human company. She is looking for a home with someone who has experience, Bluebell enjoys the company of other dogs and has been introduced to both male, female, small and larger dogs, she was very well behaved at the grooming parlour (she thinks baths are fantastic fun) where she became friends with a Greyhound male, she is full on with other dogs wanting to play-which isn't always appreciated by the other dog, but has been learing how to better communicate with the help of her doggie companions. Blubell loves the vet! She also travels very well in the car and does find a car ride a great treat. She is now walking nicely on the lead, used to traffic/built up areas, has her appetite back and has been steadily gaining weight.

Due to her size and enthusiam Bluebell would be suited to a child free home (teenagers or older), living with another dog(s) will depend on successful introductions first.

Update 5/9 - Keisha, a little sweetheart, has now been re-homed and is very happy and settled !

SBT X 'Keisha' aged 5-6mths approx.

Keisha Keisha is no longer to stay with her owner and has come into EDDR, she has been fully vaccinated, veterinary checked, wormed, de-flea'd and just had her ID Chip.

She is a very friendly girl and is looking for a family prepared to put continued effort into her socialisation and training.

Keisha has lived in a flat and is not yet fully house trained-she will soon pick this up. Keisha will need to be spayed shortly.

Further details - please contact rescue@endangereddogs.com

Update October - Rosie has now found a great new home and is having a fantastic time! Nellie is still looking.

Update September - Puppies mum has now been re-homed after several months care and attention, at last she now has a new start and a great new life ahead in the Devon countryside.

Smurf, Mabel, Brian, Nora and Tony have all been found homes and are having a great time!

Seven American Bulldog Puppies

Four females and three males came into rescue from the Police. Following several weeks of TLC, veterinary treatment, wormings and lots of wholesome food these puppies, who had a very poor start in life, are now looking for new homes of their own. All will need bull breed experienced homes. Potential owners must have researched into the breed i.e., they are a large strong breed of dog (and not British Bulldogs).

Smurf Daily socialisation has began in the foster homes and new owners will need to continue this and also attend puppy training classes in their own area-you will need to enlist in a class and provide rescue with details. Potential owners must be at home most of the day to help keep them amused - puppies require a lot of dedication, patience and effort. All must be neutered when old enough and this will be checked on by the Rescue.

The puppies will have been fully vaccinated and ID Chipped prior to rehoming, they have all been wormed up to date.

Please note: we will not rehome to families with children under 8 yrs of age, nor to flats or other properties where the pups must use multiple stairs daily as this can cause problems with large breeds.

All potential homes are visited and checked by Rescue, adoption is subject to written agreement and a rehoming donation is asked for.

Smurf Rosie Nellie
Smurf (rehomed) Rosie (rehomed) and Nellie - Please contact rescue@endangereddogs.com

Brian Nora

Brian and Nora (homed)

Sophie's Story - can you give it a happy ending? May 2007

Update June 2007 - Great News - Sophie has now been rehomed!

Sophie Almost one year ago, at the tender age of just five weeks old, Sophie and her littermates were handed over to rescue. They were said to be a deliberate crossbreeding, Stafford with American Bulldog. All five of the litter went into foster care, had vet checks, vaccinations and were ID chipped. Soon they were ready for new homes.

Home offers came through and one by one the pups found their forever homes. Almost one year on and all the pups are happy in their new lives - except for Sophie. Sophie was overlooked as a pup, she was never offered the right home and 11 months later, is still being overlooked and her story is missing its happy ending.

You're probably wondering what problems Sophie has, there must be something as to why she hasn't had a home? She is very pretty, beautiful markings and young too. Truth is there isn't any problem with Sophie at all. I know because she is in foster with me. Sophie lives with children. She does have a tendency to jump up but this is normally in excitement and she is learning that "sit" gets her a fuss when jumping doesn't. She also lives with a variety of other dogs! Some bigger, some smaller. Some older, some just puppies. Dogs and bitches, she plays with both. She doesn't like all other females but our homing procedures mean we generally don't home to homes with same sex dogs so this isn't the problem.

Sophie is good on lead and will walk with you for miles if you want too, equally she's happy to sit by your side in front of the TV. Sophie does have huge potential for agility or obedience. She is a very clever dog who will do anything for a treat. She is always waiting for you to give her something to do and with the right training I am convinced she is a star in the making. Sophie passed her KC Good Citizen bronze.

Despite her breeding she is not a big dog. She weighs in at a tiny 17kg is under knee height with a lab-like build. She doesn't have the muscular build of a bull breed, simply the colour and head shape, though her head is small. She is fully vaccinated, spayed and micro chipped. Currently in West Sussex, she can be rehomed anywhere if the family come to meet her first.

All she's missing is a forever home - can you help her find the happy ending?

If so, please ring 0870 777 9054 for a chat. or contact rescue@endangereddogs.com

sophie Sophie2 Sophie3

Update May 2007 - Hendrix is staying in his foster home forever

and no longer up for adoption!

American Bulldog x SBT (details below)

Hendrix is now 8mths of age, he is fostered by EDDR and looking for a home of his own. He has been fully Vaccinated, ID Chipped, fully wormed 'Frontlined' and Veterinary health checked.

Hendrix is full of fun and games, he is looking for someone who has bull breed experience and plenty of time to spend with him, Hendrix will need to be neutered when old enough - this will be followed up, he is almost house trained and will need to attend training classes and be with someone who is committed to continue with his training and socialisation, he will need to get out daily for exercise and interaction with other friendly dogs.

Hendix loves a car ride, sleeping on your bed and fun with other dogs, he is not familiar with cats or other small pets. All prospective homes are vetted, a fully enclosed secure garden with fencing 6ft+ is needed.

Hendrix Hendrix2 HendrixAsleep

Update May 2007 - Rodney is staying in his foster home providing that his new doggie friend continues to accept him!

'Rodney' - now in a new foster home Jan. '07

English Bull Terrier cross Staffordshire Bull Terrier

Approx. 3-4yrs Neutered, Fully Vaccinated and ID Chipped

Rodney is currently fostered and under the care of EDDR, he did suffer from separation anxiety but we have been working on that with him and he has been very good, not minding being left for up to 4 hours. He does become anxious during thunderstorms/fireworks and needs to be kept occupied with a durable chew.

Rodney is not used to cats and is looking for a home with someone who has bull breed experience and a secure garden. he is very playful and can get over excited and grab your trouser legs/shoe laces- this is something we have been working on and he is now a lot better if you are quick to divert his attention onto a suitable toy, Rodney loves everyone he meets, Rodney is very people orientated, he has been good with bitches and the males he has met and gone for a walk with, Rodney walks well on leash, he will try and give chase to rabbits etc and stays on a flexi lead or long line. He travels well in the car.

Rodney would suit older children or adults only as he does tend to get overexcited! Rodney's background isn't known as he came in from the Dog Warden who found him straying and bleeding, he had received two deep puncture injuries, looking like stab wounds, to his body, one to his shoulder the other to his side, his penis had been sliced open and his abdomen has also been cut in a straight line with a very sharp tool, he received veterinary treatment and has now fully recovered.

All prospective homes will be vetted and adoption is subject to a written agreement, you will need to travel to meet Rodney.

Rodney

Further details from rescue@endangereddogs.com

Update April 2007 - Smurf has found a lovely home of his own

'Smurf - fostered in West Sussex - Now Adopted

Smurf is a five month old SBT male. He is wormed, vaccinated, ID chipped and will be neutered prior to rehoming. Smurf came to us due to a new baby in his family. Smurf is a typical Stafford and would like a home ideally with people experienced with the breed.
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Smurfy

Update March 2007 - Smudge has now been adopted

Fostered under the care of EDDR-Yorkshire

SBT x Collie/GSD

Smudge is a litter brother to Purdy below.
Smudge has been wormed, health checked and had his 1st vaccination.

Smudge

Update March 2007 - Socks has now been adopted

Fostered under the care of EDDR-Yorkshire

SBT x Collie/GSD

Socks is a litter brother to Purdy below.
Socks has also been wormed, health checked and had his 1st vaccination.

Socks

Update February 2007 - Now adopted - Purdy

Update - Good News-Purdy has found a lovely new home in Hertfordshire.

SBT x Collie

Purdy is an 10 week old staffie x collie bitch. I know they dont look anything like staffies but we have met mum and she most certainly is a full stafford, so we guess they just take after dad!

Although Purdy looks very cute and fluffy she will require a lot of time and effort to ensure she grows into a nice well mannered dog. She will be an energetic dog who will require long walks and plenty of entertaining to avoid boredom setting in an active and intelligent mind. She will nip and be destructive while teething. She must attend training classes for a puppy.

Purdy can be rehomed to a home with a neutered male but not with very small children as she will be very bouncy! She will need a 6 ft fully fenced secure garden and someone home most of the time. Purdy will be avaliable for homing after the new year, however if interested you can fill in a prehome form here: http://www.staffycross.org/prehome.html (please note there may be some delay in getting back to you over the xmas/new year period)

Purdy will have had at least her first vaccination and be microchipped. Homechecks will be carried out and a donation asked for.

Update January 2007 - Purdy has now come to EDDR for rehoming

Purdy

Adopted - South East - 'Ellie'

Update 31/12/06 - Ellie has now found a lovely new home, all her wishes have come true for the New Year! We shall have an update from her new family soon.

Ellie was unable to stay with her previous owners and has come into rescue for rehoming. She has been veterinary health checked, fully vaccinated, ID Chipped, fully wormed and 'frontlined' whilst fostered by EDDR.

Ellie is approx. 5mths of age and has been undergoing lots of socialisation and TLC, she now walks well on leash, is familiar with traffic and loves everyone she meets, she enjoys a car ride too! Ellie is living with five other dogs, she has learnt lots from them and likes to play plenty, as you would expect from a puppy, Ellie is almost toilet trained and not used to cats.

She is looking for a home with someone who is around during the day (does not work full time), has previous bull breed experience and plenty of time and energy to give, her new adopters will need to attend training classes and Ellie will need to be spayed when old enough-this will be checked up on, enjoying the company of other dogs - she can be rehomed with a neutered male and your garden must be securely enclosed.

Tyser finds his forever home:

Tyser was an 18mth unwanted American Bulldog, he came into EDDR and was neutered, fully vaccinated, ID Chipped, health checked and wormed by us.

Tyser had some separation anxiety when he first arrived but had gradually got used to being left alone for short periods of time, he enjoys lots of play and games, loves chew toys and lots of interaction with people.

Tyser has been introduced to clicker training and was very responsive, he is highly motivated and enjoys learning.

Tyser found a great new home and fantastic owners, he has packed his bags and headed to rural Lincolnshire, with a great big garden to play around in, lots of local walks, big comfy duvet to sleep on, but best of, a cafe attached to his home, doggie heaven, it just doesn't get any better, full English breakfast and snacks throughout the day, everyone loves him and we shall have some new photos from his owners soon.

So expect to be served by Tyser if you stop by for a meal, he does help dish up a mean fish, chips and pies. But who has eaten all the pies!

A very happy ending!

Harriet was due to be put to sleep as, like countless Stafford crosses, she had nowhere to go, but she has been taken in by the Staffiecross Welfare Trust and will be ready for rehoming once she has been spayed, vaccinated and fully assessed.

American Bulldog Male, 11mths.

To be castrated and ID Chipped, fully vaccinated.

Looking for a rescue place as his family can no longer keep him due to a change in personal situation

Currently in Nottinghamshire, but can travel,

Sampson has now moved on to the Mayhew Animal Home in North London, if you are interested in offering him a home - please contact the Mayhew

Experienced foster home needed for an American Bulldog cross Staffie currently in West Yorkshire.

Looking for a foster home to avoid kennels as she is very young and used to living in a family environment. Has attended puppy classes and is a a real sweetie.

Chunky is a great fun loving Stafford, about 2-4 yrs of age, was found on the streets, almost run over in a busy built up area and no one has come forward to claim him.

Loves human company, will sit on your lap all day, likes tummy rubs and treats, also thinks the vets is great too!

Chunky walks well on leash, will give chase to rabbits etc, enjoys following a scent on a flexi lead once he has detected it, would go for miles!

Not used to cats.

Okay with bitches, still frisky boy, hasn't been destructive when left alone, loves stuffed kongs and radio one

Not overly interested in other dogs when goes out, prefers to pay full attention to his walk.
Travels very well in car.

Further details-please contact:
Amanda
rescue@endangereddogs.com

Home Wanted - Chunky the Staffordshire Bull Terrier Chunky has been waiting a long time for a home of his own, he is a great, fun loving Stafford who would love a home with a Staffie enthusiast.

Update-June:
Chunky finds is forever home in the end:

Chunky the Staffie has now been rehomed, he has been settling in great with his new family of four, enjoying loads of attention, walks, laying out in the sun in his own garden and lots of fun and games, he really has landed on his feet!

Hazzard 14yrs young, and known as Mr Happy!!!

SBT mahogany brindle, Hazzard is a delight!!!

Very loving and affectionate, he loves to be spoken to and even tries to chat back, looking for a home as the owner has emigrated.

Not used to other animals, he would be better as the only pet and would make a brilliant 'hot water bottle' for a retired home!!

He is happy to trot along on the lead and rarely pulls and would just like to spend his twilight years in a loving and warm home with lots of fuss!!!

He is on ear drops for his right ear and ECR are happy to sponsor the supply of this.

August Update - Mr Happy has now been rehomed, his new owners have described him as a 'real delight' !

Dizzy has found his forever home and has settled in very well, he is a very happy lad!!!

He is 5 years old and is a Staffordshire Bull Terrier cross.

Dizzy is completely blind, even though he had an operation to both eyes late last year to remove cateracts, which restored partial sight.

Dizzy is a very loving dog who loves to play with water and he loves the seaside with sandy beaches.

He needs a stable home where furniture would never be changed around, a secure garden/exercise area and a regular routine.

Dizzy loves everyone he meets and quickly wins their hearts. He is truely a special little boy, whose only fault in life was being born partially sighted.

After taking a turn for the worse in recent weeks, Dizzy is yet again fighting for a full recovery (December) He is extremely stressed in his kennel and we urgently need to get him into a home.

Dizzy also enjoys travelling and will happily fall asleep in the car. He doesn't suffer from car sickness.
He has been neutered, vaccinated, wormed and frontlined.

Dizzy is getting more and more stressed each day at the kennels. He needs a home NOW!!!

Dizzy hasn't found a home yet, but he did manage to find a foster home - although he can't stay there much longer.

His foster mum and children adore him and have found him to be a perfect companion despite his minor disability.

He has so much love to give and is a real gentleman too.

Please Tel: Linda 01900 61669 if you think you are the right person for Dizzy....

Named Holly. - under the care of Fireside Bull Breed Rescue:

Shar-Pei x Stafford approx, 4yrs of age.

Was abandoned in the garden of a lady who rescues animals, in the middle of the night and has been taken in by Melanie at Fireside Bull Breed Rescue in Bolton, Lancs.

No ID Chip or collar/tag etc.

Holly has large teats, lots of scratches on them from recent puppies-expected to be about 8wks.

She is very, very thin, visible ribs, hips and you could count the notches on her back bone, quiet and timid, clingy-follows Mel everywhere, bald patches about body, sore and hungry, unhappy little girl. Vet checked out and prescribed some recovery diet, worming, Malaseb shampoo and lots of tlc and decent food.

A kennel space has been kindly offered for her, but a foster home would suit her a lot better, we will know more of her temperament over the next couple of days.

If you are an experienced dog owner and can consider fostering and help her on the road to recovery:

Please contact- Melanie on 0870 777 9294

or

if you can't get through please leave your details on email; rescue@endangereddogs.com

Holly renamed Suzi has stayed in her foster home and improved over the past week.

Her weight has steadily increased and she is now a lot happier in herself, her she is pictured in her foster home, still very thin and in need of further care and treatment:

Due to her special needs Susie has stayed with Fireside Bull Breed Rescue and continued to make great improvements, she is a lovely sweet lady, but still frightened off the outside world due to her past experiences, she is now safe and very happy.

July 2006
Good Homes Needed - South:

Staffy Cross:

Two of the Puppies (see 'young ones appeal') now in foster care (Sussex) are looking for a permanent home of their own.

They are fully wormed and have had their 1st vaccination.
All puppies adopted will need to be neutered once old enough.
All homes/potential adopters will be fully vetted and adoption is subject to written agreement.

The pups are having lots of fun and most importantly lots of socialisation and interaction in their foster home.
The adopters will be expected to attend puppy classes in their own area.

Puppies are time consuming and a lot of work and dedication is involved, they don't stay small for long and potential adopters need to be thinking ahead as they will soon have a fully grown dog to care for.

If you could offer a good home - for further details - please contact:

Alison - rescue@staffycross.org

Tel: 0870 777 9054 or

Amanda - rescue@endangereddogs.com

Stella will be 2yrs in June, he currently lives with his owner and Rocky a Collie neutered male, plus 2 cats Muffin and Mindy.

Stella's owner feels she can't manage two dogs, both dogs are adored but a new home is hoped for Stella.

Stella is house clean and not destructive when left alone for up to 3 hrs when his owner goes to shops etc. He is an active friendly fellow, loves long walks and lots of company, he is very quick to take to you and thinks all people are great.

Stella isn't used to living with very small children, he would suit a home where he will not be left for too long each day, with someone who enjoys walks and could pick up with his training - he is very motivated and would love to learn more, it would be great fun for him.

Adoption subject to written agreement, all homes are vetted.

Stella Update: Stella the Staffie cross Collie has been rehomed.

He has found a great new home with a lovely family and resident new friend - Cassie, herself a rescue dog and Staffie cross!

Rescue Placement Urgently Needed:

Named 'Weaver' by the lady who took him in.
SBT X, Approx. 1 year,
Neutered and ID Chipped.

This little dog was originally taken into the vets by his owner to be destroyed, described as 'untrainable' and not doing what he's told etc, hyperactive and unruly.

Lucky for Weaver, the vets called in a local lady, Lisa, who rescues animals and asked her to help.

Lisa took in Weaver as a temporary measure, he is in a crate and has been Neutered and Id Chipped, the house is full of rescued cats, small animals and older dogs. There just isn't any space for Weaver and the situation is desperate.
Weaver runs and has a 'mad five minutes' when he comes out, but knocks over the older dogs including a 16yr old three legged Yorkie, who understandly doesn't want to play rough n tumble games.

Weaver needs to go into rescue so that a suitable home for him can be found.

EDDR hasn't currently any space to take him in.

Please if you have a space please contact:

rescue@endangereddogs.com

Tel: 0870 77 78 925

Weaver Update - April

As a rescue placement couldn't be found for Weaver - he is currently staying where he is. If you are able to offer him a rescue place - please contact EDDR for further information

North/North West

Winston is being rehomed as his owners are working full time and don't feel it is fair on their dog.

He is vaccinated with a pet passport, ID chipped and he will be neutered shortly.

Winston hasn't lived with other dogs, but he does live with a cat.

Further details from Melanie at Fireside Bull Breed Rescue on 0870 777 9294

or email: rescue@endangereddogs.com

All prospective homes will be vetted and adoption is subject to the terms and conditions as laid down via written agreement.

Winston:
Update April:

Winston is no longer looking for a new home as he is now able to stay with his owners.

Ollie's owner had become homeless and was unable to find accomodation for both him and his dog, whilst living rough Ollie got into a disagreement with anorther dog which resulted in an injury to his face. He owner tried his best, but with no money or anywhere to live had no option other than to part with his dog who he had owned since a puppy.

EDDR has provided veterinary treatment, Ollie was sedated and cleaned up, his eye had swollen and closed but an x-ray revealed no permanent damage, his tear duct was also intact, so following medication over the past 10 days, Ollie is now all well once again and looking for a home of his own.

Ollie is currently in a foster home, he has been neutered and vaccinated, he is very laid back, used to children 5yrs and upwards, house clean, not destructive when left, he travels very well and is good with other dogs.

Ollie is not cat friendly and will give chase to rabbits etc given half the chance.

All homes vetted and subject to the terms and conditions as laid down via written agreement.

Ollie the Lurcher has been found a lovely new home.

He had made a complete recovery in his foster home and has settled down very well with his new owner, enjoying long walks and snoozing in front of the fire-his favourite place with his new plush bedding and toys tucked away.

Patch is a small sized Terrier, unable to stay with his current owners due to changes in their work.

He has been going out every day with his dad, in a van, loves sitting in the front seat and driving all around.

Patch came to stay with us last weekend, he is a delightful little lad, not overly interested in other dogs as he hasn't mixed much with them before, quiet to begin and then opens up, loving lots of play.

Patch has been living in a flat without a garden and due to being left or not able to get out quick enough in the morning, has relapsed on his toilet training, but when he came to stay with us for the weekend he had no accidents, he would greatly enjoy a garden to play in.

Patch likes a big soft Teddy to run about with, but most of all he likes to jump in your lap, travels very well in the car, walks nicely on leash.

rescue@endangereddogs.com
0870 77 78 925

Update 12th November:

Great news - Rescue dog Patch has been rehomed.

He has gone to a great new home with two very caring owners all of his own, Patch had previously only known a flat without garden but now has 2 acres to run about in and has also been enjoying his daily walks, Patch went to his new home on his 2nd Birthday - so Happy Birthday Patch!

Amanda

Patch Update:

I was taken back to the Police Station, they were very nice and I stayed behind the desk with a police lady, then a vet came out to help me, they said the liquid was some type of acid like battery acid.

I was taken to a Rescue in Kent, no one came forward to claim me, then I went on to the EDDR but thought I would just stay quiet and shy for a while, sometimes when you’re just a dog you get hurt by the humans, but these people were really nice. I stayed here for quite a while as I didn’t look very nice with all my scars, there are lots of Stafford crosses in rescues and a lot are younger than me, the longer I stayed in Rescue, overlooked, the harder it became, but one day my special people came, they are Sally and Steve and now we all live together. I have been on holiday with Sally and Steve, we all went on a houseboat, it was great, I go on long walks, they are everything to me and we all couldn’t be happier.

Taff was unwanted but it now safe with Lizzie's Barn Animal Sanctuary, based in South Wales.

Taff would love a home of his own and a nice comfy armchair to curl up in.

A real old gent. Superb with all he meets.

Taff may have had an accident at some time, he walks as though he has a few- but boy can he shift when he wants to!

Please contact:

Fionna on lizziesbarn@aol.com

Taff Update - October 2005:

Taff the older Staffie has found a great new home!

He now lives in a lovely cottage in rural Wilstshire, with lots of company, including a lady Staffie, young Labrador male and the cats.

News from Taff's new owner Helen:

Thought I might share with you a 'Day in the Life' of Taff.

It's been over three weeks now since he came to live with us. Every day he is more confident and waggy (never seen a dog with a tail that wags so fast, it's a blur when in full throttle!).

It's been a wonderful experience rehoming a dog

Post breakfast, early morning snooze - because life isn't to be rushed you know!

Hudson was originally saved by Waggtails rescue in Essex, he is now with the Mayhew Animal Home and looking for a home of his own:

http://www.mayhewanimalhome.org/adopt/dogmeet.html

Hudson is an eighteen-month-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and English Bull Terrier cross. He is looking for a special and understanding family, as he is deaf.

Hudson is a friendly dog and gets on well with others of his kind, although he would prefer to be the only dog in the house. He also wouldn't suit a house with young children, as he tends to be a little mouthy and possessive around his toys.

He is very playful and loves water and footballs. Hudson would ideally like a home with teenagers to play football with, although with his nimble feet, he might hog the ball!

THE MAYHEW ANIMAL HOME
Trenmar Gardens, London NW10 6BJ
Opening times are 11am-4pm everyday.

If you are interested in adopting an animal, please contact our reception on 020 8969 0178 to book a viewing appointment. We are open for re-homing Monday to Friday between 11am - 2pm, with specific dog adoption days on Mondays and Wednesdays. Please note, we are unable to show you any animals after 3.30pm.

Hudson Update - Good News!
October 2005:

Hudson finds his great new home and lovely owners who said on DP:

"My name is Karen and I live with my boyfriend Paul. We've had Hudson for a couple of weeks now and although it's still early days, he's coming on fantastically!

When we got Hudson home he went mad attacking wood sleepers in the garden and shredded 4 dog toys and a basket ball - all this after only an hour and we were beginning to wonder what we had let ourselves in for!

But a couple of weeks later and he is learning all of the basic commands (as long as there is a toy or food attached at the moment!) He is very, very smart, picking up 'Lie Down' in less than a day! We are also just discovering how much he likes his lie-ins in the morning - It was after 10am when he was forced out of bed for his scrambled eggs this morning!

Thank you to Lisa and all of the others at the Mayhew, he has turned out to be a star! Please visit their site and help others in need."

Tyser was unable to say with his previous owners and passed over to someone else who asked if EDDR would take him in and find a good home for him.

His exact age is not known, he is very puppy like in nature but doesn't realise his own size, bounding around, Tyser loves meeting new people his tail never stops wagging and will constantly flick your legs plus any low lying ornaments around the home!

Tyser had some separation anxiety when he first arrived but has gradually got used to being left alone for short periods of time, he enjoys lots of play and games, loves chew toys and lots if interaction with people.

Tyser has been introduced to clicker training and is very responsive, he is highly motivated and enjoys learning, his new owner will need to continue with his training and attendance at a training class would be beneficial.

Tyser is not introduced to cats.

He has been introduced to other dogs and tends to go in full steam for play which with his size (over 95lbs) doesn't always go down well with the other dog. Tyser was attacked by another dog before he came to rescue (stitches in ear) and is still a bit wary of males - more so if they are intimidating to him.

He has not been let off leash and walks well on a flexi, pulling to begin with but soon settling down, he wants to greet everyone he meets and will pull with bum wagging ready to give out lots of slobbery licks.

Tyser previous home had young children, but due to his size and tendency to knock over accidentally he would be best suited to a home without small children, also somewhere with enough space to accommodate him and used to lots of doggie drool.

If you have experience with the breed or larger breeds of dog, please contact EDDR for further details and an application form. All adoptions are subject to the terms and conditions as laid down, all prospective homes will be home checked.

'Tyser' Update:

Tyser, the beautiful American Bulldog has gone on to a great new home.

We were all very sad to see him go, he is such a character and so great always next to you anticipating your next move!

Tyser found a great new home and fantastic owners, he has packed his bags and headed to rural Lincolnshire, with a great big garden to play around in, lots of local walks, big comfy duvet to sleep on, but best of, a cafe attached to his home, doggie heaven, it just doesn't get any better, full English breakfast and snacks throughout the day, everyone loves him and we shall have some new photos from his owners soon.

A very happy ending!

Rosie has come into kennels as a stray dog and no one has come forward to claim her (she wasn't ID Chipped).

She has served her 7 days and a rescue placement is now needed for her.

If you can help her - please contact EDDR and we will put you in contact with the Dog Warden for further details.

News from the Dog Warden:

Rosie has been found a rescue placement and is leaving the dog pound kennels on Thursday 7th April.

If you are interested in offering Rosie a permanent home - please contact;

Millbrook Animal Centre
Chobham, Surrey.
Tel: 01276 858792

Thank you for your emails offering support to Rosie.

Currently in the Lancashire area, he is being looked after by a veterinary nurse who can only keep him for a few more days. We are trying to avoid a kennel situation for him if at all possible.

The dog was brought into the vets by his original owner, the reason given was due to a fall down a flight of stairs, upon examination his rear leg was found to be fractured and couldn't be saved, he was booked in for an amputation but the owner never returned to collect him.

He has recovered from the operation well, has stitches but needs help to adjust to three legs.

The three legged (to be named) Staffie has been found a long term foster home and kennels can now be avoided for him, he has been settling in well but it is early days for him. He has another dog to keep him company, a calm girl who has been fussing over him, licking him like a little pup, which he enjoys.

This young lad was due to have been destroyed today (23/3) but we have managed to find him a space for two days only.

Every kennel is full for the Easter and there is just no room anywhere to get him him.

Update: 16/4/05:

He found a foster home and is now called 'Mac'.

Mac is ready for a permament home, please contact Melanie for further details.

Update 29th July 2005:Great News from Fireside Rescue - Mac has been re-homed.

He has been having a very good time and is happy and settled in his new home.

He is back to normal weight and condition and his confidence is now much improved.

A new home is wanted for Dino, preferable in the North West so that rescue can be on hand to help him settle in.

Further details about Dino:

Fireside Bull Breed Rescue - 0870 777 9294

Dino Update:

Dino has now gone into a foster home, he has been settling in very well and enjoying

Just a quick message to say Dino now has a forever home, myself and my partner adopted him on Sunday

He loves being part of a family and adores my children and they adore him, lol.

I would like to say that all you rescuers and fosterers deserve a medal for the time and patience you give to these poor dogs and pups.

If I can ever help at any time be it fostering or whatever I am more than willing to help.

Yorkshire:

'Minnie'

Bull Breed mix - 11mths of age. Fully vaccinated.

Minnie's owner has had a back operation and her family can no longer care for her, giving her the time and attention she needs.

Minnie is a strong girl and has become bored in the house, she needs someone who is active and able to spend time with her, walking, playing games, etc.

Minnie has just finished her season and will need to be spayed in a few weeks time, once she has settled down in her new home.

Minnie is not socialised with cats, is living with another dog and very people orientated, she has had a skin rash but this has improved greatly with a change in diet, EDDR has brought her some Burns dried complete food and she has been doing well on this.

We wrote to the Jerry Green Foundation Trust in Gilberdyke, East Yorks. amongst many others and they are able to take Minnie this week :-)

Spoke to Angela Salisbury today and Minnie can go to then later this week, so very good news and a big thank you to the Sanctuary for offering to help, that is very good of them and they have 40-45 dogs already with them also looking for new homes.

Thanks for everyone who sent in emails to support Minnie.

One less dog is being put to sleep this week and has a chance now

Update:

Tara is looking for a permanent home on a 'one to one' basis, ideally someone experienced with dogs, patient and able to spend time with her, full support from rescue and canine behaviourist experienced with deaf dogs and their needs.

See Tara’s details on our ‘Special Appeal’ page, Tara’s operation was a success and she would love a home of her own, for further details.

She is in a lovely home now and doing brilliantly, living with a Spaniel and the family cat.

Megan has been spayed, vaccinated and ID Chipped, she is a healthy, bouncy girl and extremely loving.

She has been overlooked several times and desperate to come out of the kennel environment. Megan is good with other dogs if large and bouncy like herself and willing to have a good game and put her in her place, she is a bit overpowering for smaller dogs and not introduced to cats.

Molly is a loving American Bulldog, she is unable to stay with her current family as with five young children they have just run out of space in their home and feel they cannot devote enough time to meet her needs.

Molly has been a much loved family member and has been well socialised from a young age.

Molly is looking for a new home with more space available for her to enjoy, preferable with some one who has breed experience.

Molly is a very affectionate dog, she loves human contact, is approx. 100lbs in weight-so someone with breed or large dog experience would be better suited for her.

Molly has been great with the children, she loves her walks and wants to play with other dogs, she likes to try and greet everyone she meets and sometimes does forget how big she is!

Molly is not destructive in the home and doesn't mind being left for short periods of time.

Molly is not used to living with cats.

All homes will be vetted, references will be required and adoption is subject to written agreement.

I was due to be put to sleep as I ended up in a dog pound and no one came forward to collect me, the kennels needed the space for more dogs and I was lucky when a lady from a rescue agreed to take me and even luckier when another family offered to foster me.

I am fully house trained, I can sit and give you my paw and if you go out and leave me alone in the house I will just have a sleep whilst you are gone, I won't chew up your slippers and promise to be a good boy.

Maybe you might like me for company, we could go for long walks together or I could just sit with you and watch TV?

Teddy has been re-homed and has settled in very well with his new owner Mike and their rescue Dobermann Lula.

Picked up by the Dog Warden loose and running around lost, he has come in as a stray dog and has not been claimed by anyone, the 7 days are up.

Being a stray dog - no background is known, he is not micro chipped.

Has been well behaved in kennels and staff have found him easy to handle.

This lad (name not known) will not be put to sleep as a place has been found for him. He is being collected on Saturday and will go into kennels for assessment.

EDDR has agreed to pay to have him vaccinated, wormed, micro chipped and castrated, he will also be health checked by the vet & any mediaction provided if needed.

Thank you to Brendan who has offered to travel considerable distance to pick him up (no doubt through some artic conditions) and will then be looking after him until a suitable home can be found.

GSD x Rottie, fully vaccinated, ID Chipped, fully wormed, veterinary health checked.

Poppy has come back to us as her new home hasn't worked out for her.

Her new owners were lovely and have tried very hard but their resident cats will just not accept Poppy and there was mutiny, they're just not having any of it!

Poppy would benefit from a home with another dog-as she loves doggie company and is used to settling down at nights with another dog, snuggling up together.

House clean (well almost), likes to make a big mess in your garden, learning basic commands, new owner would be expected to take approved puppy classes and basic obedience classes, lots of energy-lively little girl.

As Poppy will grow to be quite large-she is a GSD X Rottie, new owners with large dog experience would be suited.

Further Info: rescue@endangereddogs.com
Foster update:

She has now been adopted and has been settling in very well and is an extremely happy & content little dog.

Area: North/North East
A good home is needed for Sonnie, he is approx, 18mths of age.

Sonnie was originally owned by someone who had no time for him, he was taken in by a local lady who has cared for him since before Xmas but desperately needs to re-home him as she isn't herself situated to take on a dog.

A stunning looking boy, house clean, not socialised with cats and can't be trusted with other males when out for walks.

Further details - please contact rescue@endangereddogs.com and I will put you in touch with his owner (who has asked us to post his details as she is not on the internet)

Update 10/2:

Thank you to Lynda in Lincolnshire who volunteered to carry out a home check for Sonnie last weekend and at short notice.

'Bongo' is in a foster home where he has been getitng lots of socialisation and TLC.

He is a happy, healthy, bouncy lad, almost house-trained apart from the odd relapse as to be expected with a youngster.

Is getting used to being left for short periods of time - happy as long as he has plenty to keep him occupied such as his favourite toys.

Bongo is very appealing - as all pups are, but requires time and effort from his new family.

Would be suited to go to someone with breed experience, if could offer Bongo a forever home, please contact; rescue@endangereddogs.com for further details.

All prospective homes are 'home checked' and adoption is subject to written agreement.

Update 10/2:

Bongo has been adopted and gone on to his new home.

Thank you to everyone who enquired about him, he has been settling in very well and we shall have an update from his new family soon.

A special thank you to Pam in Dorset who fostered Bongo and gave him a very good introduction into the big wide world, with lots of care, house training, socialisation and all a young rescue puppy requires.

Was in a stray dog kennels - Blackburn, Lancs. The following is her advert from our rehoming Page.
Will have to be pts on Wednesday 23rd Feb am due to no room at kennels.

If you have a spare kennel please contact:

Mel at Fireside Bull Breed Rescue Email: rescue@endangereddogs.com

Number 1528 - named 'Foster' went into a foster home last night, she is able to stay here for a few days, so a little extra time has been brought - thanks to the kind people who have taken her in - but a further foster home or permanent home is needed by the weekend.

"Foster" (as in Jodie!) as she is now called had a very settled night (they didn't hear a peep out of her at all) and is turning out to be a fantastic little dog. She has a very loving temperament, adores being fussed, plays very gently and travelled well in the car (apparently she surfed well on the parcel shelf so that will give you some idea of her size).

She is actually more like 3 years old as she has a quiet maturity that comes with age, is happy to settle down when you are doing something and likes a lap to lay her head on . She has tried to make friends with the lady's 15 year old JRT X but the oldie is having none of it LOL......it has snapped a few times but Foster just walks off and does not want to know.

All homes subject to adoption terms and conditions as laid down via written agreement.

Contact: Fireside - 0870 777 9294

Update:

'Foster' now known as Poppie - went to her new foster home (2nd one as 1st could only keep for few days) and here is an update from her new foster mum Angela:

angela here, just an update on poppie (foster) she has settled in as if she lived here all here life, is very playfull and loves to spend time fetching her ball back while galloping round the field, she never tiers and leaps in the air, im sure she is part kangaroo.

In the home she is a dream, she is very clever too as she can open doors to investigate other rooms but she waits till you have popped out to do this but does not do anything wrong just has a look round.

She is good off the lead and comes straight back when called, she travells fab in car and i'm finding it hard to just think im fostering her not sure i wanna let her go but i know other dogs deserve my help so im in a quandry now do i keep or do i let go lol

'Holly'
Bull Terrier X

Holly has come from a pet shop, she was rescued by a veterinary nurse at just four and a half weeks of age, she was about to be purchased with a view to being bred from at six months of age.

Holly has been checked over by the vet and is being de-wormed, she will have her first vaccination and then be ready for re-homing in two weeks time.

Molly is expected to be a Bull Terrier X, she is getting lots of socialisation with other dogs, cats, rabbits and people all in a home environment.

She is looking for a home with:

Someone who is prepared to attend local puppy classes and then beginners obedience.

Someone who has 'bull breed' experience rather than a first time dog owner as we do not know what size she grow into :-)

Molly will need to be spayed once she is old enough and this a condition of her adoption.
rescue@endangereddogs.com

Holly Update:

'Blue' has already been through 4 known homes in just 7mths, but through no fault of his own.

He has come into rescue and is looking for a permanent home of his own, he has a foster home to go to - but if a suitable permanent home can be found all the better to help him settle.

'Blue' is not fully house trained and has the odd accident but will quickly pick it up! He is fully vaccinated and ID Chipped, has been health checked and wormed by rescue.

Blue has been let down several times, he is looking for a home with someone who has experience with his breed rather than a first time dog owner.

He requires further socialisation, is not used to walking on leash in a built up area or going off leash as yet, just learning some basic commands, he is very friendly with people and very puppy like enjoying lots of interaction and fun.

Not used to travelling in the car but will settle down, has not been destructive when left alone indoors for short periods of time.

Likes his food (handy for training), not overly interested in toys, greatly enjoys human contact - quick to bond, not introduced to cats or horses, has met some other rescue dogs and has been playful with bitches and a neutered male.

rescue@endangereddogs.com

Tel: 0870 77 78 925

Update:

'Blue' has now gone on to a foster home.

He is having a great time and has made friends with 'Rosie' the St.Bernard who is teaching him a few rules of the house:-)

Here he is pictured just before he left for his foster home, with some doggie friends he met at the rescue.

Midday wander in the woods	Afternoon nap with friends
Early evening 'hen round-up'	Time for bed - night night


Samson is a twenty-month-old, male American Bulldog, who came to The Mayhew on a recent rescue run. He has an amazing personality - full of love, fun and bounce in equal measure. He is great with other dogs but can be a little over-boisterous for some dogs who cannot match his size and sense of fun. For this reason, we would prefer to rehome him as an only dog. He is strong on his lead and will need to be trained not to pull. When off his lead, he has perfect recall. This lively boy will need at least two hours of off-lead exercise every day. Samson is eager to please, knowing all the basic commands and being very responsive. His new guardians will need to continue his training by taking him to training classes. He is toilet-trained and can be left alone for up to four hours without any problems. He was encouraged to play rough in his previous home and will need to be taught appropriate boundaries now that he is such a big boy. He is looking for a new home with an experienced guardian who has owned large Bull breeds, if not American Bulldogs, before. He is fine with sensible children, but owing to his size and ebullience, he cannot go to a home with very small children. Samson is an incredibly affectionate dog, who just loves to be cuddled, stroked and talked to, and who loves everyone he meets. He also loves his food and will do anything for a treat. This will come in handy when teaching him that jumping up to say hello is simply not on any more at his age. He also loves his tug-toys and prefers to have a person to play with, though he is quite happy to entertain himself too. This boy's temperament is superb. A real heart-throb.
If you're interested in offering Samson a loving, forever home or would like to know more about him please visit The Mayhew Animal Home any Tuesday to Friday between 1pm - 3pm.