Fri 29th July: Still more newcomers

 Before sharing information about the new arrivals today, I would like to remind everyone that with the current high temperatures and very muggy weather, the chances of heatstroke in dogs (and people) is increased so please don't overdo the daytime walks, and stay in the shade as much as possible when you do go outside.  I know even indoors my air conditioners are fighting a losing battle with the intense heat, and outside both on Lamma and Tai Po we have solar powered fans trying to cool the dogs a little. 

Google heading home

Jenkins and Google were the two lucky dogs leaving our new North Street site today, although Jenkins has a short trial with the resident cat so I won't share his photo just yet.  Google, on the other hand, has landed himself a wonderful home and is already adored by his new family. 

There were only three new adult dogs today, small and medium, and they came with ten puppies (not related).  One of the adults is a very sad old lady, found in the trash according to the rescuers.  Yes, unfortunately people really do do such things, so we will try to help now-Meadow find the best possible home where she can spend her remaining years being treated like a princess. She'll need a complete health check and makeover, and we've already started the process with booking her in at Acorn.  The other two dogs are young, and small-medium in size.

The new puppies are two litters, and you can see why I called one set the "Ears Litter".  A strong gust of wind and these gorgeous babies will be flying like kites! 

The "Ears Litter"

The other four pups are much younger, and they'll be heading off to their respective foster homes on Saturday.

 Also on Saturday there will be still more dogs coming, a poodle, chihuahua and what we're told is an Australian shepherd.  We were also asked if we'd accept a gorgeous puppy (I know, they're all gorgeous) with a back injury meaning he (or she) can't walk, and the other one being blind.  I immediately asked Dr Elaine at Concordia if she could assess these two puppies, and see if anything could be done for the paralysed one.  

We were so happy with the successful surgery carried out by Dr Elaine on terrier Ilona, as it was really touch-and-go as to whether the leg would have to be amputated.  Look at Ilona walking now!  (and yes, she's available for adoption).

The conditions are very difficult at the Tai Po Homing Centre in this intense heat, and we urgently need volunteers to help with the cleaning and general duties.   Please send us a FB message or email Yannie at yannie@hongkongdogrescue.com if you can help!