Getting back to normal rescue activities @UK-GSR

As social distancing rules start to ease, we are slowly restarting adoptions, please be patient with us whilst we catch up with ourselves.

Thanks Diane Whitehead for advice about grass seeds

Tis’ the season for grass darts... these are just a few from three of mine this morning.

When you get home from your walks or in your home gardens, just have a daily check between toes for these.

They normally work their way right up between the toes and can be very painful and can cause infection as they can become imbedded.

Thank you to ALL of our fundraisers, supporters and donations that helped us in June 2020, your support is truly appreciated in these uncertain times.

Cat and Dog Anagram quiz £160 from Amber Jessop, Michelle Pearson, Joanna Hunt, Lisa Wilkins and friends.
Saphi Jones for the boxes of toys and treats for the kennel dogs.
John Philip who has been running an appeal for donations this last few weeks - it raised a whopping £600.
Terry and June Nutting for their continued support and £50 donation.
Archie and his mum Donna Ure for the very kind donation of £80.
Craig Hodkinson for dropping off a big box of treats for the kennel dogs.
ALL who have chosen us as their VIP Lifeline at Pets At Home, it enables us to get trolley loads of stuff.
Alan Bennett's in memorium raffle which raised £650.
Pat Roberts who made key rings in memory of Alan Bennett which raised £150.

Hope you all had a good Father's Day even in Lockdown! Dad's come in all sorts of type and however your Dad is just be thankful for what we've got and remember the one's we've lost. Here's a thank you to one hooman dad.

Happy Father's Day Daddy, Love from Negan. Thank you Suzanne for finding me this Daddy - he’s the best.

Bit of background for you to this pic. Negan was called Regan and was about to be put to sleep for being unruly! His owners made every excuse possible to get rid of him. He came to UK-GSR and we quickly realised he was a cracker BUT in the wrong home he would have struggled! Jackie and Negan's dad Gez, bonded straight away - Negan just loved his dad the minute he met him. Suze felt like she was intruding on something special.

Jackie say unruly !!!! That’s not a word I would use. I can honestly say he has actually never done anything wrong . He’s given us nothing but love. He’s an absolute gem of a dog and we cannot imagine our life without him. He’s definitely our extra child . Xxx

All Negan's dreams came true and the rest they say is history.

Jess Glass came across a photo of Dave from his info when he was up for adoption and says 6 months between the photos. His ear is more wonky (from another haemotoma and constant ear infections) but I think he looks much more content. Definitely put some weight on and his coat seems fluffier but shiny.

Rescued then adopted to a loving home - transformation complete...
The sadness has gone from his eyes
You can see the smile on his face bless him
What a difference in the facial expression - handsome boy
From an anxious and sad looking boy to a thoroughly contented and handsome one
Beautiful, his eyes are so much brighter and look at his smile.

Mark Filsy Phillips shared with us:
Haven't posted in a while. Thought I'd give an update on my beautiful Molly as I've had her 2yrs now. She was very timid and a little underweight at 29kg. She's still nervous around new people but getting better and she now weighs 37kg and follows me everywhere.
Again thank you for pairing us up so perfectly.

Angela Bulteel: Being homebound for months I've relied a lot on Facebook for entertainment. Sadly I read many daft questions from prospective German Shepherd or rescue owners worried about the breed's/dog's reputation, and many imagining the worst of problems. So I have decided to dispel a few myths about this highly intelligent breed, and that of other rescue dogs of dubious past history with which I have experience over some 55+ years of dog ownership. 99% of dogs, be they breeder pedigrees or rescues with cruel beginnings, will respond well to calm structured order, love, understanding, gentle but firm boundaries, regular food a feeling of safety and of ensured comfort but most of all, company from the one to whom they look for reassurance and well being.
Shepherds and rescues can live happily with cats and children taught to respect animals, female dogs living together, dogs out walking loose, and preferring to stay close to their owner.

None of this has been achieved by spending thousands on behaviourists and specialist trainers, nor is it based on perpetual crate training, expensive puppy pads, smacking, prong collars, e-collars,continual treats and definitely not expensive dog toys and brain training gimmicks.
All my dogs have had toilet roll tubes and cardboard boxes, worn out slippers, and the odd garden brush past its best to play with. They are not left long enough to destroy an entire sofa or skirting board, they do not terrorize the local community, but yes, they do bark at strangers, and the doorbell.
My point is, if you treat your dog, be it a weeks old pedigree shepherd pup or an ageing street dog with respect, common sense, understanding and compassion; give your time, and love, regular exercise and accept it as a valued member of your family, you won't go wrong.

Zeus was rehomed by us and returned for being bad with children. His adopter is a young couple who fell pregnant when they hadn’t had him long. They refused to give up on him and have worked so hard to get him accustomed to having a baby around. Lauren who adopted him is 23 and she let us know that Zeus is doing brilliant with baby, he sniffs the Moses basket and lays down next to her, tilts his head when she makes noises but always wagging his tail, still early days but I say he’s behaving really well x.

We get so many dogs dumped because people are pregnant or have babies and don’t want the dog and these lovely people are a brilliant example of how a little bit of commitment can make it work. Well done Zeus and your family.

Life in Foster....

Rex: Hey Mum
Me: Hey Rex
Rex: Whatcha doin?
Me: Poo picking
Rex: Eeeww gross
Me: I know!...but its a necessary evil so l can cut the grass
Rex: Whatcha doin later?
Me: I'm going to read in the sun for a while then I'm off to assess 2 doggos who need our help
Rex: Are they sad?
Me: No, l think it's quite a good home but we will find them a better one
Rex: You and your friends do such a good job helping doggos
Me: Awww thanks
Rex: You're welcome... l think it's snack time now, then you can fill up my pool and slap on the factor 50 until I'm done.

Foster Mum Jennifer Claire says:
This post just shows what rescue does and its all team work by people with big hearts. Not all rescues are like this, some are very much loved and very sad circumstances dictate it, but many have a really tough time and rescue saves lives. Adopting saves lives. Adopting one dog, saves two. It makes room for another in need. Dogs who look hopeless with no life in their eyes, suddenly have a future and something to live for. They get younger by the day, they feel love and warmth and full bellies, they feel part of the family. Rex has transformed in 3 months... actually, in far less time than that. He's a bit wonky and his eyesight and hearing isn't great, but he is loving life. Seeing him dance for his tea and genuine squeals of excitement when l come home, wanting to lay close and be part of our family, enjoying tasty treats like its Christmas every day, feeling the sun on his skin, freedom to go where he likes, when he likes, a soft bed to lay on.... he had accidents in the house, what does it matter? It clears up, and doesn't take long for them to learn through encouragement and kindness. They may be nervous, wary, unsure when they arrive... I'm not surprised.
We all love that so many want to adopt and give a 2nd chance to these beautiful souls.

Taten, It's a hard life in foster care with Amber Jessop.

When you have to snuggle in after a wet, night time walk.... but don't want to get too warm, so have one foot poking out!

Prompting a few comments of:

I sleep with my leg out of bed for the same reason. Clever dog.

And here Taten aka Mr Tats, met some new friends, Amber Jessops youngest's best friend and her sister.

He had a lovely amble around the local nature reserve and stopped for a little picnic where he lavished in all the fuss from his new girly friends.

Failed foster alert!

Our beautiful Holly went into foster just before lockdown but we are now delighted to announce that she was recently, officially adopted by them. Thanks to Suzanne and Kev Syers at Elswick kennels for looking after her before she went to her foster Mum.

We know you have the best of homes now, so be happy in your new life sweetheart. xx

Our little Alaska (Lasky) or also known as Rascal Pants has now left Aunty Suze and Uncle Kev.

This lucky boy has gone to live with his new sister Carla in a lovely new home where we are sure they will be up to lots of mischief. So happy this little man has found his forever home.

Big thank you to Suzanne and Key Syers for looking after him until his adoption and for all the work you do with all the other pupsters.

Our stunning boy Guinness (left in pic) has packed his bags and left his Aunty Suze and Uncle Kev behind.

Gone off with his new mum and dad, oh and not forgetting his new beautiful sister called Summer.

Be a good boy Guinness or your big sister will tell you off!!! This boy is already a daddy’s boy but I’m sure mummy will work her charms on him.

Be happy in your forever home sweetheart.

Fab news for our gorgeous brothers Seb and Simba who are off to their new home very recently and took to their new mum and dad straight away.
This has been a very emotional time for all and a very sad day for previous owners who have done what is best for these two lovely boys. New owners kindly had a gift from previous home and for our volunteer Jennifer, a beautiful bunch of flowers, to thank us all for finding such a good home for them where they can be together.
Be happy you two and look forward to seeing you settle in.

Dee Alison Rutty tells us
It's only been just over 5 weeks since Bertie came to live with us but we can't imagine life without him now. We have learnt that he is the cleverest dog we have had, he is very vocal and will engage in conversation with us. He definitely not a morning dog, he is a real sleepyhead in the morning and isn't really bothered when he gets his breakfast. Dinner is a very different matter, he starts nagging for it an hour before its time. If the back door is unlocked he will let himself out when he wants to go in the garden. He barks constantly at the waves when we take him to the beach and the tide is coming in. Bertie is starting to protect his home and barks at 'strangers' going past, and at the door too. He loves to chase his ball and loves zoomies around the garden in the late afternoon. Here he is sleeping off his trip to the beach recently. Bertie is a blessing to us and we are privileged to have him.

The happy tears were flowing at UK-GSR headquarters following this lad's recent adoption.
Caesar the Geezer toddled off to a wonderful forever home, where he will continue to flourish .
He’s taken a piece of Suze and Kev's hearts with him.

Suze says: After a tough few weeks - to be sent this pic from an adopter who took on a dog Kev and I worked with for a while - makes everything ok and reminds us all why we do this. Caesar The Geezer you’ve done us proud.

This is all we ever dreamed of for him. Now our and his dreams have come true.

Anne Roberts a photo update .....

They want a refund.... as this GSD, Kelsi, doesn’t understand the personal space rule.

Bless, Kelsi was a messed up girl who had lived with very little affection.

Safe to say she’s making sure she gets it now.

Suzanne and Kev, along with other volunteers and their dogs, joined the German Shepherd guards of honour at three recent funerals,to pay their respects to Pam Williams, Anthony Wright and Alan Bennett (Elsa Bennett).

They all loved dogs and particularly German Shepherds and all helped and supported our rescue.

Proud of our UK-GSR, family who turned out in strength at all 3 funerals. It was an emotional and touching way to say goodbye and watch them make their final journeys.

After losing her daddy, Alan Bennett, It makes Suzanne is very happy to tell everyone that our lovely Tiny Tina has toddled off to her forever foster home, with a lovely retired lady who has adopted from us before and has experience of CDRM which Tina has.

Tina is already settling in really well, eating well and loving pottering around her huge garden. Here she is admiring the beauty in the mirror.

Couldn't be any prouder of our rescue
Fantastic just what she needed lucky girl. Well done Suzanne for finding her a cracking foster home you've done her proud.
That’s lovely news, you guys really go above and beyond x

Things you can do to help us ...

Join in in our online dog show 17- 31 JULY - watch out for announcements on our main pages shortly.

Undertaking a challenge event for us in 2020 - check out our fun ideas that are possible even with social distancing!
http://uk-gsr.co.uk/events/
We supply a T-shirt, set up your very own event page on our website and have a handy fundraising guide to help you maximise your donations.

And don't forget our Amazon wishlist
https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/29E5461P4DOB/

Nemo seems to be a sheep magnet.
Elizabeth Weinburg shared that we don't let him in the field but the sheep walk along the fence with us.
Their collie is black and white and half his size, so I don't think they're confused.

Feed the birds....

When you put bread out for the birds, but your numpty dog, Sadie, has other ideas
Love this pic of Sadie from Cheryl Hall.

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