Sun 25th Sept: As unpredictable as ever

Lemsip was formally adopted today

I really never know what to expect, and once again I was surprised by today and the results at Whiskers N Paws, not only because puppy Lemsip was the sole adoption but because there was far more interest in older dogs.

Shanti went to a foster home at least

Luckily for Ricky, I had asked for him to be sent over from Tai Po and he ended up being chosen for a trial with ex-HKDR doglet Minty.  New boy Daniel also came from Tai Po, but the fact that he hadn't yet been neutered made things a bit difficult with so many attractive lady dogs around, even if all were desexed.  Why anyone would actually choose to keep an entire (not neutered) male is beyond me, and Daniel will be getting his "bits" off on Tuesday.   He's a sweet boy, and once he calmed down he was happy to play nicely with the other dogs and puppies.

Lucky Ricky from Tai Po 

Finally Pocket is chosen

The small dogs were luckier today with tiny Yorkie Pocket finally being chosen, and the last two ex-breeder schnauzers finding forever homes from foster.  All three waited far longer than I had expected, but then I shouldn't be surprised at anything.

This is how the breeder sent the schnauzers to us. Now all have found homes. 

While Pocket left the Ap Lei Chau Homing Centre we had a new arrival in the shape of an eight year-old bichon frise who had originally come from the same home as several other small dogs we took in recently.  The bichon had been handed over to someone else who ultimately didn't want him, so he also came to us.  This is the reason we really prefer dogs to be re-homed via a proper system and not just given to anyone who says yes.  We can at least screen potential adopters to make sure they understand the commitment and are suitable, even though there is no such thing as a guarantee.

This sweet bichon came to us the long way round

Ben has a happy family of his own

Another lovely dog who has also waited far too long is Ben, but today was his lucky day when he left Tai Po with his new family.  Ben is the kindest, sweetest boy and he's loved by all the volunteers.

It's countdown time for this Saturday's "Game of Bones" Gala Dinner ..........