Sun 2nd April: A very welcome return of the sun

Thanks to Jimmy Tsang for his lovely photos of the puppies at Whiskers N Paws today, and for Semirah, who although no longer a regular photographer on Sundays is the volunteer responsible for sorting, editing and posting the albums every week.   Hong Kong Dog Rescue (HKDR) added 125 new photos to the album Puppy Adoption Day 2 April 2017 — at Whiskers N Paws

As promised by the Hong Kong Observatory, it was a glorious day and perfect for a puppy party on the terrace, and thankfully there were a few adoptions to show for it by the time we left.  Some of the bigger puppies were sent off to Tai Po rather than coming back to Lamma, simply because there is no space for so many with me and they can also benefit from meeting lots of volunteers and learning important life lessons such as walking on a leash.  It's tough for them to start with, but it's for the best in the end.

No, it's not Saucer again, it's brother Bruin

Bruin was the first puppy to have his adoption paperwork signed, and you may recognise that he is the brother of lookalike Saucer.

Emerald's green eyes make her a winner

With sister Tiana already chosen last Sunday it was green-eyed Emerald's turn today, leaving siblings Opal and Chestnut still hoping for their chance of a forever home.  This litter were at AFCD with their mother until I took them out when they were a month old, and the mother was taken back to Cheung Chau where she came from.

Finally a "B" adoption with Bizzy

It was also a big day for the first of the "B" litter to be chosen, as the only girl, Bizzy, was adopted.  I don't know why Bruno, Bonzo and Boomer are still waiting, as although large in size these puppies are very good-natured and easygoing.  Many smaller sized dogs are far more hyperactive and demanding than the bigger ones, and even need more exercise.

Rafi's silly face

We were all very relieved when sweet Rafi was given his chance, because everyone who has fostered or looked after him has fallen in love with this cuddly and loving boy.  His current foster, volunteer Anne, was very upset at the thought that he would have nowhere to go after today when she had to bring him back due to travel commitments, so when he was taken for a trial adoption it was the best news of the day. 

The new litter of five babies was there today, and two were taken for a trial adoption while another pair went to foster.  The remaining pup was sent to Ap Lei Chau Homing Centre if you are interested. 

The baby on the left is still in need of a foster or forever home