Southern Counties German Shepherd Rescue
;) ;) | Sam Sam is a lovely friendly boy who was saddled with a name that did not suit him (Patrick). He was found as a stray and has come to us from the council pound having served his statutory 7 days. We think he is about 5 years old and he has a strange gait when walking which needed investigation. He saw the vet on 6th June and went in for x-rays under general anaesthetic the following day (we took the opportunity to neuter him as well). The x-rays do not make happy viewing – we think he has suffered a past trauma (perhaps been hit by a car) and he is likely to need a hip replacement and bilateral shoulder replacements. The x-rays have been referred to a specialist for review prior to deciding the way forward. Sam has a lovely nature and we think that he deserves a chance! Read more about Sam's story>> Watch a video of Sam>> If you can help Sam or make a donation please email: admin@southerncountiesgsdrescue.co.uk Or phone 01425 473907 |
;) ;) ;) ;) ;) ;) | Bill and Ben June Update These two dogs have now turned into celberities within the rescue, everybody knows them and asks about them. They have now been adopted, are very much loved and doing brilliantly. They are regulars at our events, where they keep eveyone amused with their 'singing'! We are so glad we have been able to find these two gents a fantastic home. This is what resuce work is all about! Thanks to everyone who has contributed and helped, we couldn't do this without you. 28th April Update We're really happy to tell everyone that Bill and Ben have now gone to a new home to be fostered with a view to adoption. They jumped into the car with never a backward glance, so they're clearly feeling happy and looking forward to a better future. We wish them both the best of luck! 7th March Update following vet examination Ben weighs 44.3 kg and is underweight – he has no muscle tone and needs building up. He has marked halitosis and periodontal disease. He will need multiple extractions and has been put on antibiotics to treat the infection prior to planned surgery on Thursday 10th March. Bill weighs 41kg and, he too, is underweight with no muscle tone. He has one rotten molar which is full of pus and he needs that tooth removed. He also has a very pendulous scrotum which hangs abnormally low which needs to be removed. Bill also has a lump on the front of his left leg which is causing him some discomfort. He has been put on antibiotics pre- operation to treat infection and is due to have surgery on the same day as his brother. Bill and Ben were absolute angels at the vets – they must be in great discomfort with so much infection yet both remained good natured and calm. We are sure that they will feel heaps better after they have recovered from surgery. The estimated cost of sorting these dogs out is £1,000, an amount which the rescue can ill afford following on from the significant expense incurred in relation to Eliza and Felix, but we will find the money from somewhere – these two old gents are certainly worth it! 6th March Bill and Ben are brothers who will be 10 years old in June 2011. They are entire, male, German Shepherd dogs who are very friendly and lovable. They have lived together all of their lives and so need a home together. Their owner died and a member of the family took them on but became homeless and was unable to keep them. They have had a very unsettled few months and have just arrived at the rescue. They are both due to be assessed by the vet; Ben is likely to need some dental work and both may need anti inflammatory medication as they are both slightly lame. If you can help Bill and Ben, please email us at: admin@southerncountiesgsdrescue.co.uk Or phone 01425 473907 |
;) | Eliza Read Eliza's story... |
;) | Felix Read Felix's story... |
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