Thurs 25th Jan: Syrup, Betty and Hank

Syrup's entering her own details on our website

We have a new star in our midst, well two really, and they are sisters Syrup and Betty, two of the three large-sized puppies who came from the home breeder along with the latest batch of poodles.  I'm sure brother Hank will also become just as popular as soon as his photo is shared, but for now it's Syrup who has stolen and hearts of our Facebook and Instagram followers.  These three puppies are the sweetest and happiest of siblings, and whoever is lucky enough to take them home will have  fantastic family dogs.

Brother Hank

Sister Betty

I had to take the tick fever litter back to Acorn today for yet another blood test to see if the "liquid gold" was working, and to my relief it is and the red cell count is pretty much normal now.  The problem is that these pups were always a bit shy and under normal circumstances would have been going to Whiskers N Paws to get used to strangers touching them and picking them up, but as it is they have spent the last month in isolation.  A couple of them are warming up to humans, but another pair are really timid and it's going to be a challenge to bring them round. I can see that once their health is completely stable sending them to Tai Po might be the best option.

I also took three of my adult Lamma dogs to AFCD for their rabies shots, the first of the uncatchables from the other day when Dr Tony came over to carry out a mass vaccination. While there I was told there were new puppies, and indeed there were two litters of youngsters.  I couldn't take them as the van was already full but I will pick them up on Friday, even though I really don't have space for them and the cold weather is due to make a comeback.  I really, really need foster homes, and as the pups are very young and quite tiny they won't take up much space.  If you can help please get in touch with Cindy at foster@hongkongdogrescue.com as I will need homes by Friday afternoon.

Just 2 years old and has already been in many homes

We had two poodles arriving at Ap Lei Chau today, one being a return (for the second time) and another being a new surrender who had already been in many homes at the tender age of two years. I have written it so many times and readers of my blog must be sick of reading it, but there seems to be a mental block when it comes to poodles.  People just don't listen or don't want to hear what is said, and this is now such a problem that we are putting together a special list of questions for everyone who wants to adopt a poodle, as in:

Are you aware that poodles very often suffer from allergies which affect their skin and coat, and they need special food and care?

Are you aware that poodles are one of the most intelligent of all dog breeds and that they require special training and treatment?

Are you aware that poodles are highly strung and emotional and as such are often not suitable to be with children?

Are you aware that poodles are active and energetic dogs that require proper exercise and mental stimulation?

Are you aware that due to the above many poodles will bite if not properly treated or trained?

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