Weds 22nd March: Keeping up and the importance of education

We all love getting updates on our ex-HKDR dogs, no matter how long ago the adoptions took place. Sometimes it's sad news of a death but even then it reminds me of the happy years that particular dog had, and what could have been if he or she hadn't been rescued.

Wobbly in foster in January this year

There was one update today that was especially good to read because this tiny little teacup Yorkie had come to us from a breeder not too long ago, and he wasn't expected to survive for long because he had "axial subluxation" meaning his spine and skull weren't fully attached.  We called him Wobbly because his head wobbled around, and while we looked at all possible options including surgery and a body wrap, there wasn't really much that could be done.  It was remarkable that not only was this little boy adopted but he even made the journey to England where he now lives quite happily, even though still wobbling.

Another dog that was adopted from us as a puppy eleven years ago is in need of a new home due to unfortunate circumstances:

Can you adopt Kaya?

Urgent appeal on behalf of Kaya, adopted from HKDR as a baby puppy 11 years ago. Can anyone give a home to this lovely lady in need?

"Good Morning. I would like to enquire how i can surrender my dog, she was adopted from your center some 11 years ago, she's a very gentle and adorable dog which i'm very reluctant to let her go, unfortunately, my wife passed away some three years ago and i have been looking after her, due to my new work which i have to be in China most of time i have to make that decision to surrender her."

An older dog like Kaya is ideal for a home that doesn't have the time for long walks, or for those who can't commit to a 15+ years of a dog's life.

Please complete the adoption questionnaire on our website www.hongkongdogrescue.com (under Adopt) if you can help.

Thanks to Cecilia and Eugenia for volunteering

I like to talk about adoptions, but of course there are lots of other important things going on such as fundraising and education.  Cactus is in charge of both training and education, and with so much on her plate we needed to recruit additional volunteers to help with school talks. Today it was the turn of Cecilia and Eugenia to assist in hosting a talk at the Ming Wai International Kindergarten, and it was a great success.   If you are interested in volunteering on the educational aspect of HKDR, or hosting a talk at your school,  please contact Cactus at education@hongkongdogrescue.com or check out this link

http://hongkongdogrescue.com/education-tr…/public-education/

Listen up children