Mon 30th July: Bucket List completed

I had a dental appointment today so I wasn't able to do my usual Monday run to AFCD, but I was happy to see that there were a couple of HKDR books in the dentist's waiting room and was thinking maybe it's time we published another one.  Food for thought.

Bucket couldn't walk but he seemed to be happy enough

You may remember we took in a surrendered poodle a while ago, one we were told was being given up because of a divorce but the poor little dog actually had a host of health issues.  He was unable to walk as he had inoperable elbow dysplasia, and a bad heart murmur as well as Cushings disease.  On top of that he had a crumbling jaw, so really the only thing he had that wasn't broken was his spirit.  Despite everything he was a happy boy who loved being carried outside by the volunteers, as well as being cuddled and given lots of attention, and surprisingly he ate well with a good appetite despite his loose jaw.  Dr Tony had suggested euthanasia as being the kindest option as there was really nothing that could be done apart from giving medication for the Cushings, and to be honest I would have let Bucket go had he not been brought back to the Homing Centre from Acorn on the day he was given his check-up.  Once back with us and in the arms of the volunteers, I decided to give him some extra time and a Bucket List of love, outings and whatever he wanted, but finally he developed pneumonia and passed away on Sunday night.  I think and hope he was happy, and I know he was loved.

Poodle boy Popcorn

The two dogs who were left at a groomer's shop arrived today, a white poodle who didn't have a microchip but is estimated to be no older than three years, and a golden retriever girl who is now at Tai Po and with the name Alice.  She has a license so we will know her exact age, but she's reported to be eight years or so.  I'll call the poodle Popcorn as it's been a lucky name for past little white dogs, although I'm pretty sure this boy won't have any trouble finding a home.  If you are interested in either of these dogs, or any of our dogs or puppies, please complete the Adoption Questionnaire as a first step.  You can find the form on our website www.hongkongdogrescue.com (under Adopt).

Alice (with Popcorn) needs a home