Category: 2013 Golden Successes
Category: 2013 Golden Successes
Delphi Reader-Hoer
THE MOST DEVASTATING NEWS(WEDNESDAY 28 FEBRUARY 2024) A heartbroken Tracey told Pauline, “I am so sorry to have to tell you some very sad news. We had to have our beautiful Delphi put to sleep last Wednesday (28th February) as her condition went downhill quite rapidly. Last July, we took her to our vet as
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Sad News 26 June 2023 We are so sad to announce that our lovely Remy ( once named Brock) went to Rainbow Bridge last Monday (26 July 2023) at the grand old age of 15 and 2 weeks. We are bereft without him but have so many memories of the last 10 years we were
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Sad News April 2023 Bailey’s dad said, “It is with deep sadness that we have to tell you the news that one of your rescues and our wonderful pet has passed away. His name was Bailey and we picked him up from Newcastle on 17th December 2017, he was 6 years old when we got
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Sad News 19 January 2023 Bonnie’s mum said, “Last night Bonnie fell up the bottom steps on the stairs. We spent the night on the living room floor together holding hands-paws. She looked so pitiful at me this morning that I knew what she wanted. Ivo the vet and a nurse came out to the
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Meg Russell
Sad News 17 October 2022 Meg’s dad said, “It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing on of our Meg, who we adopted about 10 years ago from you. She recently had several strokes and, on vet’s advice was euthanized this afternoon, it was a very peaceful passing. Our ten years
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Chloe Binns
Sad News 5 August 2022 Chloe’s mum wrote, “It is with a very heavy heart that I’m writing to let you know that our beautiful golden girl lost her gallant fight with lymphoma on 5th August after being diagnosed the first week of the New Year. She was a sweet, gentle soul and everyone, human and
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Paws
Sad News 29 July 2022 Paws’ mum said, “Paws had pancreatitis back in February and was very ill, but managed to pull back from that. Unfortunately, though he kept getting bouts of the same symptoms and this time, where he had been ill again for a week and not eating and drinking, as well as
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Monty Bell
Sad News 6th April 2022 Monty’s mum said, “I’m very sad to say we had to say goodbye to Monty today. IRR let us take him in almost 9 years ago and he was such a fabulous family member. He lost his leg last year, then recently developed spondylitis. These photos are the first and
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Lucy Pudsey
Sad News 3rd February 2022 Sadly at 12.30pm on 3rd February 2022, Rainbow bridge gained another angel. Mary and Andy had to say their last goodbye to their beloved Lucy and are heartbroken. At 4 years old Lucy developed a rare tumour that was inoperable, she could have radiotherapy but had to lose her eye
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Copper Evans
Sad News 13th December 2021 Copper’s mum said: “I just wanted to let you know that Copper, who we adopted over 8 years ago, was put to sleep at the ripe old age of 13.5. He has been wonderful. He has given so much joy to us and our neighbours who basically co-shared him –
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Claude Thomson
Sad News 28 August 2021 Claude’s parents said. “Such sad news to inform you that we lost our beloved Claude after a brief illness. We wanted to thank IRR for bringing him into our lives, he gave us so much pleasure and had the most gentle temperament. We are devastated that our beautiful boy has
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Max Bennett
Sad News 20th July 2021 Max’s dad said, “Up until late February of this year, Max was in good health and enjoying his life, however, he was struck down with a Vestibular attack. After a period of some 6/8 weeks, he seemed to have made a full recovery and was getting back to full fitness. Towards the end of
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Vinnie McAvoy
GOODBYE TO OUR SPECIAL MR VINNIE (2007- 22.6.2021) Far too soon after saying “goodbye” to his beloved Connie, Terry has now also lost his very special boy, Vinnie. He was loving and kind to humans and other dogs alike and didn’t have a single bad bone in his body. Many tears are being shed for
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Dottie Mclaughlin
Sad News December 2020 Dottie’s mum Lorraine writes, “Absolutely heartbroken. Our beautiful girl Dottie crossed over to Rainbow Bridge on Saturday 19 December leaving a big Dottie-size hole in our lives, like a lot of rescue dogs she had some issues but eventually overcame most of these and started to trust us and soon became
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Toby Simpson
3 October 2020 Toby has gone to Rainbow Bridge. History SUCH A HANDSOME CHAP Toby was a neutered, male Golden Retriever approximately 4 years old who was rescued by IRR after he was surrendered to the pound. FOSTER ASSESSMENT Personality: Toby loves his cuddles and is very affectionate. He enjoys being groomed. His coat has
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Paddy Mowbray
Update August 2020 Paddy’s dad, Craig, sent these great photos of Paddy saying, “Paddy is a real happy and chilled fella. His favourite place is the beach but he coped very well with his first trip to inland France this year!” Paddy’s History Paddy is one of eight 3 month old puppies surrendered to IRR
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Marvin Rothwell-Billings
18 June 2020 Marvin has gone to Rainbow Bridge. His mum Mandy said, “We said goodbye to Marvin today, he developed lymphoma cancer as secondary and the vet’s unsure whether the primary was maybe his liver, without subjecting him to further biopsies etc. We adopted our boy in July 7 years ago, he was only
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Jake Collins
GOODBYE TO OUR LOVELY BOY (30.9.2019) Lesley and Gordon told us, “Sadly, we lost our beloved Jake on 30th September. The old boy was 15 years and one month old so he had done very well but, unfortunately, his back legs would not support him any more. He had not been walking very far for
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Tasha Leeson
TASHA IS ALL ALONE NOW In 2013 Duke, a neutered male, was almost 7yrs old and Tasha, a spayed female was 5yrs. Duke and Tasha were surrendered to IRR by their heartbroken owner because of a change in family circumstances which meant that they could no longer keep them. The two dogs had always lived
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Tilly & Baxter
Tilly and Baxter’s (was Max) history Baxter (was Max) and Tilly are brother and sister aged 3. They were surrendered to IRR owing to a change in family circumstances Fosterer’s first report – UK: March 10th 2013 Tilly & Baxter (was Max) have settled in well and despite an initial 1st night accident they appear
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Stanley
Stanley’s history Stanley is just 4 years old and was surrendered as his family no longer had the time to walk him. Fosterer’s 1st report: Ireland – 15th February 2013 Stanley is the perfect house guest, apart from the odd loud bark when being ignored. He’s house trained, travels well in the car and gets
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Skye
Age: 7 months Sex: Female – Spayed History Skye was surrendered to IRR because her family did not have time for her. She is a healthy, happy puppy. Personality: Skye is a typical young retriever, interested in everything that happens and she wants to be involved in everything. She is very interested in food and
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Hunny
Age: 2yrs 10 months Sex: Female – spayed History Simba was surrendered because her family could no longer care for her. Personality: A gentle soul and very ladylike. Simba has excellent manners. She can be a little nervous in new situations, but is keen to learn, affectionate and loving. Simba has shown a tendency to
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Shauna Titterton
THE MOST DEVASTATING NEWS 18/8/2013 Nicky, who fostered her, told us that Shauna was diagnosed with heart failure by Vera’s vets a couple of weeks before and they had started her on tablets but, despite this, unfortunately, the condition had worsened. This had come as a big shock as Shauna’s heart had been given the
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Sandy Garman
A TRAGIC PASSING FOR THEIR LOVELY LADY (MAY 2018) Yvonne and Chris are totally numbed by the sudden passing of their beloved Sandy on Thursday 24th May. Although she had been a huge part of their family for five years and must have been, at least, 13yrs old, they had no inkling she was poorly
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Sam
Age: 4 Sex: Male, neutered History Sam is a super young boy whose owner has become too busy to give him the care that he needs. Personality: Sam has had little training or interaction in recent times, but he is a fantastic boy who is very accepting of everything and everyone and really wants to
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Age: 4 Sex: Female, spayed History Sally is being surrendered to IRR by her owner Personality: She is a very sweet and gentle girl, she is brilliant with other dogs and loves children. She just wants someone to give her plenty of love and attention. She will follow you around all day and is not
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Sally
Age: 12 weeks Sex: Female History Sally was surrendered to IRR becaus her family weren’t able to give her the care that she needed. Personality: Saly is a beautiful, bouncy, golden retriever puppy who through no fault of her own hasn’t had the best start in life. She’s very eager to please and is proving
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Roxie
Roxie’s History Roxie was surrendered into the Pound. Fosterer’s report – Ireland: February 2013 Roxie is 3 years old and is a very calm, well-mannered young lady. She gets on great with other dogs and cats and is an absolute delight to foster. She has been spayed and has been a bit down in the
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Purdy
Age: 11 Sex: Female, neutered History Purdy has unfortunately been surrendered to IRR because her elderly owner is unwell and unable to take care of her. She is quite overweight and has not had a lot of exercise recently. She also has a couple of lumps which are being investigated currently and her teeth would
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Prince
Age: approx. 9 months old. Sex: Male, neutered. History Prince was surrendered to IRR with his pal Marley because unfortunately his owner had to go into a are Home. Personality: Prince is a wonderful young boy, extremely intelligent and learns very fast. He loves playing ball, is good on his lead and very responsive to
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Pebbles Titterton
NO MORE BREEDING FOR THIS SWEET GIRL Pebbles is a beautiful ex breeding bitch aged 5 who was surrendered to IRR. We had her spayed and transported to the UK. FOSTER ASSESSMENT She was fostered in Cheshire Personality: This little lady is described as being the perfect house guest, extremely chilled out, very quiet, nothing
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Paddy Byrne
MY BEAUTIFUL BOY IS GONE (25-12- 2006 to 1-1- 2019) On 1 st January 2019, Caroline told us “My beautiful boy has gone. His poor old body just couldn’t cope with everything the last few days has put it through and he lost his fight at four o’clock this morning. Run free, my darling, darling
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Molly
Age: 6 Sex: Female – was spayed in her foster home History Molly was surrendered to IRR by her family, along with an older male dog, as they could no longer keep her. She has had 5 litters of puppies in her short life. Personality: Molly is extremely timid, but a beautiful, gentle creature who
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Molly
Age: 2.5 Sex: female, spayed History Magical Molly was surrendered to IRR because her owners were emigrating and couldn’t take her with them. Personality This lady loves her exercise and is agile both mentally and physically. Walks are her favourite thing and she has been used to running free on the beach. She’s very good
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Misty
Misty’s History Misty is a seven year old pure bred Golden Retriever. She had been with various families with other animals and this didn’t suit her personality, as she seems to be more interested in human company. She had been found wandering, abandoned, before being surrendered to IRR. Fosterer’s first report: Ireland – End of
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Millie
Age: 3 and a half Sex: Female, spayed History Millie was surrendered to IRR by her owners who didn’t have time to look after her properly. She was left to her own devices in the garden and got into the habit of escaping. Personality: Millie has a wonderful golden retriever personality. She loves a fuss
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Max Johnston
VERY SAD NEWS (8th January 2014) Maureen wrote to say “As you have already heard we lost our wonderful boy last Wednesday 8th January 2014. To say we are devastated just doesn’t begin to express our emotions. As so many have said he was such a big gentle giant and a more cuddly dog I
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Maisie Knight
FLY STRAIGHT DARLING MAISIE MOO (10.2.2019) Today, we heard the very sad news that Shelley’s Maisie has crossed the Bridge. She told us “Maisie Moo passed away very quickly this morning (Sunday 10th February). Lucy (our daughter who is a vet) administered the drug and Maisie went in seconds. Literally, her heart stopped almost immediately.
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Lola
Age: 3yrs Sex: Female – spayed History Lola was surrendered to IRR through no fault of her own. Personality Lola is a quiet and reserved girl. She is happy in the company of other dogs, although nervous of meeting new people and needs to be given time and space to explore new situations. She socialises
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Tessa
Tessa’s (was Jessie) history Tessa is a beautiful 5yr old dog who is fantastic with children and welcomes all visitors. She is the mother of Lola and has regularly reminded her of that fact. She likes to be “top dog” and whenever there are any rubs or hugs being handed out she will be there
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Jack & Lily
Ages: Jack is a 7 year old Goldie, Lily is a 5 year old Border Collie. Sex: Male – neutered and Female – spayed History Jack and Lily have always lived together, and due to unfortunate circumstances are being surrendered to IRR by their owner who is heart-broken to part with them. Personalities: Jack is
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Honey
Age: Approximately 8. Sex: Female – Spayed History Honey was surrendered to IRR by her owner who could not take care of her. She is a small, sweet-natured golden retriever. The fur on her nose has been rubbed away but is re-growing now since she has been in foster-care. Personality: Honey is a very gentle
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Holly Haydock
A GORGEOUS BABY GIRL Holly is a female, now spayed, Golden Retriever. This darling little girl age 9 months when rescued has been largely left to her own devices, so she is not house-trained and generally has not been given basic training to be a good canine citizen yet. FOSTER ASSESSMENT Personality: She is a
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Holly Lemon
VERY SAD NEWS (15th March 2018) Noreen tells us “Holly came to us one autumn evening, looking painfully thin, despite having been looked after superbly by her fosterer. She was very weak and had been used extensively for breeding. As she was leaving, the fosterer said ”Holly won’t want to get up on the sofa
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Harry
Harry’s History Harry is 5 years old and is a beautiful very dark golden colour. He was a very much loved dog but he and his pal were surrendered into Mullingar Pound by their heartbroken owner as their family had a change of circumstances and could no longer keep them. First assessment: Ireland – April
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Harley
Age: approximately 3 Sex: Male, neutered History Harley was returned to his breeder by his family because unfortunately a child in the family had developed an allergy. Unfortunately when he came to IRR Harley was quite ill, but he is now recovering well. He is underweight as a result of his illness and will need
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Pixie
Age: 11 weeks Sex: Female History Faith was surrendered by her family as they could no longer keep her. Personality: Faith is a typical beautiful puppy. Full of energy, running round the garden one minute, sound asleep the next! Faith’s Dream Home Faith would like a home where she will be loved and raised in
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A SAD GOODBYE TO DUKE (NOVEMBER 2017) This was the heartbreaking news “I am really sad to say the very gorgeous Duke gained his wings last week. I fostered this beautiful boy with his best friend Tasha. He truly was the most handsome, gentle boy. He had gone to live in Sheffield with Tasha but,
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Oakley
Age: 5 months Sex: Male, neutered History Oakley (was Bertie) was surrendered to IRR because he was too boisterously playful for a young child in his family. Personality: Oakley (was Bertie) is a sweet boy, and when he came to us he was very small for his age. He is crate trained and has had
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Tom
Age: 3 Sex: Male – neutered History Chuck was surrendered to IRR by his family who are heartbroken as they are travelling internationally for work and are unable to look after him. Personality: Chuck is a real family dog and loves attention. He’s good on his lead, housetrained and generally a lovely golden boy. Chuck’s
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Chip Fowler
GOODBYE TO MY DEAREST CHIP (2002 – 6/06/2014) An 11 year old Chip had arrived at Pauline’s house confused and needy. She had just lost her beloved Ben and had an empty Golden Retriever sized space in her home which Chip could fill. Gradually, Chip settled into a routine, totally of his choice, and the
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Charlie
Age: 4 – 5 yrs Sex: Male – neutered History Charlie is being surrendered to IRR because his family is emigrating and are unable to take him with them. Personality: Charlie is a fabulous boy. Good with kids. Good with other dogs. Good in the car. Housetrained. Untested with cats. Charlie loves his walks and
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Age: 5 months Sex: Male History Chance was surrendered to IRR because of family illness. Personality: A bouncy playful puppy who is still discovering the world with his mouth. He is happy around adults and children and is eager to meet his fosterers’ cats, who are still considering whether they want him as a playmate.
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Age: 1 Sex: Male, neutered History Buddy is being rehomed because the children in his current home are too young for him and he would be better suited to older children. Personality: Buddy is housetrained and very obedient. He is fine with other dogs but has not been tested with cats. Like all young retrievers
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Bruno
Age: 7yrs Sex: Male – neutered History Bruno was surrendered to IRR because of changed family circumstances. Personality Bruno is a larger than life character with a lovely playful disposition. He is great with all dogs. He is sociable, very energetic and very loveable. Bruno is very clever and loves to learn. Bruno’s dream home
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FAREWELL TO OUR SWEET BOY (2004 – 11.2.2017) Golden boy, soft coat, Long fluffy hair, Wavy tail, large paws All part of a golden boy Called Brandy. Loyal, loving, trustworthy, Friend, partner, defender, Gardener, sun lover, Seeking reward, food, water, All part of a golden boy Called Brandy. Companion to owner, neighbour, Lying nearby in
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Bracken
Bracken’s History Bracken is approximately 6 years old. She was found straying and served 5 days in the Pound but wasn’t reclaimed. Fosterer’s first report: Ireland – 31st December 2012 Bracken is quite small. She has never been bred from,; travels well in the car; gets on well with other dogs and has a very
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Bouncer White
2006? – 7.12.2016 Clare remembers “We picked Bouncer up from his fosterer in Leeds on 15th September 2013 and he died on 7th December 2016. His time with us was too short but he brought so much joy into our lives and everyone who met him loved him. We have so many wonderful photos of
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Ben
Age: 11 Sex: Male History Ben was surrendered to IRR by his family who didn’t have time to look after him properly. Personality: Ben is a timid but lovely old boy with a lot of love to give. He’s good with children, other dogs and rabbits, but he’s quite interested in cats! He’s very well
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Bella
Age: 6 Sex: Female – Spayed History: Bella was surrendered to IRR along with her brother Trigger because their family did not have time to look after them. Personality: Bella is a lovely calm character, bomb-proof in town, she pays no attention to lorries and buses going past her. She is a big furry bear
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Becky
Age: 4 Sex: Female, spayed History: Becky has been surrendered to IRR because her owner is no longer able to keep her. Personality: Becky is a lovely young girl, well balanced, biddable and house trained. More information will be provided when she arrives at her foster home. Becky’s Dream Home: Becky appears to be a
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Nouska
Age: Two and a half Sex: Female History: Anouska was surrendered to IRR as her family could no longer care for her. Personality: Very bright, energetic and loveable. Anouska craves to learn. She has already learned the basic commands and is crate trained. She has a great food drive and waits patiently for the command
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Murphy Gwynne
MURPHY HAS A BABY BROTHER In Autumn 2019, there was a lovely addition to Murphy’s family, his dear little baby brother, Buddy. As suggested by his name, the little guy soon became a very firm friend. MURPHY’S HISTORY Murphy was called Angus in 2013 and he was just 14 months old. He was surrendered through
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Poppy
Poppy’s history Poppy is one of eight 3 month old puppies surrendered to IRR by their breeder. Fosterer’s 1st report – UK: 16th December 2013 Poppy gets on well with our dog. She enjoys playing in the garden and is becoming house trained. She sleeps through the night and plays well with our own dog,
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Patch & Jess
PATCH AND JESS’ HISTORY Patch and Jess were surrendered by their owners after a change in family circumstances. Initial Report: Ireland July 2012 Patch and Jess are seven years old and we got them at the age of nine months. Both dogs have never used a lead as we live in the country and they
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Bella Collins
SADLY BELLA WENT TO RAINBOW BRIDGE (JULY 2017) Sadly, Bella went to Rainbow Bridge leaving behind a heartbroken Jake and distraught Lesley and Gordon who told us “We will never find another dog as lovely as Bella. Gordon said” We lost our beloved Bella in July 2017. She had lymphoma so after diagnosis she did
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Jake
Jake has been surrendered through no fault of his own. Fosterer’s First report – IRELAND: July 2012 He’s 4 years old, gets on with dogs kids and cats. He’s very obedient, walks well on the lead, loves affection and loves to play. FOSTERER’S FIRST REPORT – UK JULY 2012 Jake arrived yesterday and has settled
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Codi
Codi’s History Codi was one of the eight pups surrendered to IRR, briefly fostered in Ireland and rehomed. Update from Codi’s forever home February 2013 Here’s what Codi’s adopter had to say: The first days of treating the house as a warmer extension of whatever dismal abode she had previously inhabited were filled with mixed
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Brandy Mansfield
GOODBYE TO THE MOST ADORABLE DOG (26 JULY 2014) A heartbroken Pat tells us “In March 2013 we were delighted to adopt Brandy, a large male Golden Retriever with a big nose, huge paws and a permanently wagging tail. He was just 3 months off his 10th birthday. It is with great sadness that I
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Alfie
ALFIE’S HISTORY Alfie is 10 months old and was surrendered by his broken hearted family due to a change in their circumstances. Fosterer’s report – Ireland: June 2012 Alfie travels well in the car although he hates getting in and out of it. He loves children and other dogs and he’s housetrained. He is a
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