Rescue Group (Inc) - Success 6

.....because every dog deserves a place to call home! 


 

Sarisha now Steffie We adopted Steffie in Aug 2010 -she has been a grand little dog & fitted in really well to our family sleeping on my girls beds at night! She loves going for walks (which is great for me -encourages me out) she sits at the door & whines until I take her! Steffie also loves the car & the beach. I have attached some photos of her & our girls at the beach.  Thank you for all the wonderful work you do for the animals. Kind Regards,   Eric, Zillah, Jordyn & Shannon
Sambo I thought I would just send you a couple pics of Sambo who I adopted from you in may and let you know how he is. He is such a great dog and has settled in very well. We are currently doing dog obedience training which he loves. He is so good with other dogs and my son. Loves the beach and his big backyard. He is very loving and sneaks inside ALOT, he tries to hide but because he is so big he is hard to miss ha ha  He is a gentle giant, he will be a big boy when he stops growing!! He has learnt sit, stay, lay down, comes when is called and even shakes hands! He is a loved member of our little family. Thanks, Kate
Tilly now Sunny Just wanted to let you know how Sunny is getting along . We came and met Sunny in late March .Sunny was very timid for the first week or so & wouldn't eat alone .Luckily our mad cat eating her food soon changed all that & Sunny soon became the bouncy ball of fun she is now. Sunny loves long sniffy walks & sunning herself & likes to be social. Sunny is a huge part of the family & loves to greet everybody as they come home from school or work (usually by hurling herself at them) We wouldn't be without her & we are pretty sure she feels the same. Thanks to the wonderful staff there for introducing us to her . Robyn
Phelix Just a quick update on Phelix - he's been with us now for nearly 6 months to the day - so I wanted you and the other volunteers to know he's safe and well! His big brother Rodney (3 yo border collie x kelpie) and I love Phelix more than anything in the world. They still play together all day and love going for a run at the park in Woodvale each afternoon - there's lots of green grass for playing fetch and trees, shrubs and lots of other dogs for sniffing! He's slowly getting used to his fortnightly bath - he doesn't eagerly jump in the tub, but he puts up with it to get the pigs ear treat afterwards! Rodney and Phelix recently had some professional photos done at Houndstooth Studio - I've attached one of Phelix for you. The photographer, Alex, loved this photo so much she's using it in some of her promotions! His favourite things are - sleeping on the end of the bed wrapped up in his faux fur rug; sausages; chewing tennis balls and having me scratch behind his ears when we're on the lounge chair watching tv. He's such a good boy that he doesn't even need the lead on when we go outside. Please let the other volunteers know that he's doing really well - he was the Caretaker's Choice after all! I'd love for his photo to go on your website too. Kind regards, Michelle
Sasha On Saturday the 23rd of October we adopted Sasha a 4 year old Labrador/German Shepherd cross. My two son's have been very excited at the prospect of having a dog in the family, so Sasha has been very welcome and very spoilt over the weekend. To date we have found Sasha to be very playful, child friendly, only barking when someone or something (cats) are on our property that should not be.  While Sasha can be very obedient and polite in our yard we have  found that on the lead and especially if she can see another dog that she will try and drag us away, so off to some training and socialising.  Attached are a few photos just after Sasha's first bath which she stood still for.   So thanks for all your efforts in getting Sasha this far.Will let you know how we get on. Regards, Keith
Pitney now Nikon Just thought I'd update you on Pitney (now called 'Nikon' after my connection with photography and that he did not come to Pitney, hope your not too upset about this!!).   He got quite ill on Monday and we spent a sleepless night.  He had a bout of food poisoning or something.  He was throwing up (both ends) and had to have a needle at Warnbro Veterinary  Hospital to stop his convulsions (being sick) the following day.  He was in a bad way.  The needle has worked and at least he is now eating and looks a lot better today.  He LOVES the beach and comes to work with me.  The challenge will be when I have to go away for a wedding and he will go on a long lead at home.  Has already spent a few hours on the lead with no problems.   Cheers - Kingsley
Zala now Nala Nala here, well u guys knew me as Zala, but my mummy says Nala suits me better, It was a bit funny at the start because I kept pretending Iwas deaf when my mummy shouted zala even when she shouted nala, but ive got used to it now and I'm really obedient, I've got two beds with thick duvets on them so u can see I'm spoilt lol, well when I met my mum Ifelt a bit scared in the car for the first 5 minutes, but as u see in my photo I soon relaxed and enjoyed the journey to my new home, we have a couple of play mates come over for a run around, I dont mind that as long as they know this is my house and I dont mind sharing but they aint sleeping in my beds lol my mummy lets me go to pampered pooch hotel for the odd night just so Iget well and trully pampered and its soooooooo much fun there, Ilove living here and I'm soooo glad my mummy picked me cause I would have picked her to, my mummy said she is sooooo lucky to have me as I'm soooo good and cute my mummy said Ihave the face only a mum could love and she happens to be my mummy I will keep u posted on my life can u tell all the other guys waiting for a mummy n daddy, that Ihope a special one comes along for them realllllll sooooooon bye for now
Sasha now Indi We adopted Indi  in April and couldn't have asked for a better addition to our family. She loves travelling in the car, socialising at the local dog beaches, bush walking, fetching and playing her favourite game - keepy off us! She is a cheeky girl, giving us 'where have you been' growl first thing in the morning. We are very lucky, our lawn is still in tact, not so for all the dog toys and balls (there have been alot) and Indi even puts herself to bed at night!   Thank you to all the volunteers at K9 Rescue for the fabulous job you all do! Mel & Walt
Toby & Tasha It's about 8 weeks (5/11/10) since I brought Toby and Tash to live with me so I thought I'd let you know how we're getting on.   They've settled in beautifully.  They're very different – Tash is adventurous and active where Toby is cautious.  She loves toys and playing, but he just wants cuddles.  With brushing he's losing the brown undercoat and developing a glossy black back.  She knew immediately what a brush is for but doesn't like to sit still for long, so he's brushed a lot!    They're still good friends, sleeping close together and having a friendly wrestle or, increasingly, a bit of a lick and cuddle.  They love the beach and all the other dogs and people.  From the start, Tash chased her ball (and everyone else's) but she won't give it back, just carries it round in her mouth or tries to bury it in a big hole.  Toby does more there each day and trots around exploring, but they both come as soon as they're called.    They're very good-natured dogs and learn really quickly.  I found Tash already understood 'Go and find your ball' and they both knew 'sit'.  Lots of people ask about them and they're an excellent advertisement for K9.  Thanks again – they're really lovely.   Eryl
France now Bessie Dear everyone at K9 Rescue, Please accept my apologies as this letter has been a long time coming! I figured now was a good time to give you all an update, as it’s almost been a year since I moved in with my Rachel and her Family! The 22nd of June 2010 seems like a lifetime ago, as so much has happened since then. My Rachel was pretty unwell and unhappy on that fateful day she decided to visit K9, but she is always telling me that everything changed the moment she saw my face! While I was living at K9, my name was France, as all of our names were inspired by countries participating in the FIFA World Cup. Rachel says I didn’t seem to respond too well to ‘France’, so she and her brother brainstormed on the way home and settled on Bessie. I like it and I always wag my tail when someone says my name! Anyway, I think it’s time to go for a run down at the oval. Rachel just wanted me to write to say thank you so much for introducing us. We are the very best of friends. I always know when she’s having a bad day with her health and offer her cuddles and face licks a plenty. I can only hope that all of my other doggie friends at K9 find such loving owners and happy lives. Love Bessie x
Connor To the Wonderful People of k9. My husband Stephen & I adopted young Connor yesterday. I thought you might like to know how his first day with us went. We took him to meet my parents dog Susie and although a little wary of each other they got on well which was a relief as they may need to spend some time together. We then took him home where he sniffed and explored the house and garden to his heart’s content but he always kept one of us in his sight. We weren’t sure how he would settle as he seemed (understandable so) a little nervous. We had a basket for him and he was quite happy to get comfortable in it..........................until.............................. We decided to keep Connor off our lounge suite from the beginning to prevent any misunderstandings. When Steve decided to watch the Formula 1 racing on TV, Connor made it quite clear what he thought of our first rule and you would think he has lived here all of his life. We think he has settled in quite nicely, what do you think??.............We will try to get him to spend the night in his basket???? Thanks for looking after him and for letting us have him become part of our family.
Jack - Cracka-Jack Hi, we (Hubby, me and daughter) recently came and got Cracka from you, as a companion for my elderly Father in Law. He's been a huge hit and has settled in really well. My Father in Law, Alan, is really pleased with Cracka (whom he calls Jack - as in Cracka-Jack). He's blind, and often sits on the ground sweeping up leaves, and "Jack" will sit on his lap. This pleases him immensely. Jack has worked out as we had hoped. We visit often, and our kids walk Jack twice a week around the block, plus enjoy playing ball with him. He's an awesome little dog, and is very happy. That little tail doesn't stop wagging. Jack was meant to be for us, and he's worked out fantastically Thanks
Yana now Kara Hi..We adopted our dog Kara  from K9 back in 2001 as a 6 week old puppy. She is a beautiful dog, still really active, very friendly and has brought us a lot of joy. When Kara was 12 months old we rescued another dog Stolli (the hairy brown dog in the photo), who is now 13. We saved him when we heard he was going to be put down. The two are best buddies, never leave each other’s side. Kara has moved house (with us) 4 times, including a 3 year stint in Sydney (she doesn’t like flying). We hope she will be with us for a few years yet, but when she and her mate Stolli are no longer with us, we will be back at K9 for a new friend. Thank you to K9 for the wonderful job you do with all the dogs. Janine & Bruce
Holly now Charli Hullo, my new name is Charli and my Mum & Dad wanted to show you how much I like my new home in our big motor-home. I have met so many new friends including Charlie the donkey, loads of sheep and goats, Christmas the furry rabbit, chooks and a black lamb (who just wants to play with me all the time), lots of canine cousins and I love all of them. My photo is of where I sleep with my new friend (stuffed off course) and Mum & Dad too. So thank you for introducing me to my new family, I'm spoilt rotten (as I should be). Mum & Dad love me so much and I make them laugh all the time. Thank you for looking after me. Kind regards Charli, Les & Shirley
Faith and Pudding now Diamond & Topaz Diamond and Topaz Connolly (nee: Faith and Pudding') would like to say Merry Christmas to you and all the other dogs you are looking after. They have recently turned 2 and started their day with a run and swim at the beach, then came home to open their Christmas stockings. Then spent the rest of the day asleep! (Wish I was a dog). We hope you had a lovely Christmas, Nicole, Jasmine, Topaz and Diamond
Roo now Hamish Hello to all my friends at K9. Firstly, thank you for being so nice to me while I stayed with you and for helping my Mum to find me a new home. My name was Roo while I was there, but Mum thinks I’m more of a Hamish, so that’s my name now. I’ve been at my new house for a month now, and am really happy. I like my walks to the beach, especially when I dig up dead fish or sticks in the sand, and once I even managed to find a meat pie! Yep, I love my food – Mum says sometimes the stuff I try to eat isn’t food, but I’m still learning. I love my chew toys, especially the Kong, which keeps me busy for hours. I also like tummy rubs and cuddles. Mum says I’m too big to be a lap dog, but I’ll keep trying anyway. I like to play fetch and even bring the ball back most times, but I figure since it’s my ball I should be allowed to play with it sometimes. I’m also really good at soccer. I get along with all other animals I meet – so far, that’s been cats, other dogs and even a rabbit. Thanks again, I just wanted to let you know I’m doing really well and my Mum is so very, very happy she brought me home. She says I’m the best thing that’s ever happened to her and keeps telling me how much she loves me, even when I stretch out and take up all the room on her bed. Love, Hamish
HONEY Hi everyone   Just wanted to let you all know that Honey is living up to her name, she is a real honey and settling in well. She happily played on Friday with Hogan (formerly from the K9) in Warnbro, travelled well in the car home to the hills, eagerly ate tea, slept soundly, had a walk this morning and some visitors to give her some more pats and treats this afternoon. She and the cat are almost friends – the cat is more concerned than Honey!
HOGAN I just wanted to say that we adopted Hogan in June 2009. He looks ferocious but is the most gentle, loyal companion you could ever have. We adopted him to be a watchdog as well as a pet. Absolutely useless as a watchdog. We had to teach him how to bark and he only barks now when we give him a signal to do so. He travels everywhere with us. Lives in the caravan with us. Has travelled up North, down South and into the Goldfields. He doesn't know how to swim, just sinks like a rock. I guess he will eventually learn. Our grandchildren can do anything with him. He does not attack other dogs just wants to befriend everyone and every animal. We have a galah who bosses Hogan around when it is out of the cage. Hogan knows who the boss it and it isn't him. Strangers walk up to Hogan and give him a pat. His big brown eyes just look at you and you can't help but make a fuss of him. He is adorable and thankyou K9 for having him available when we were looking for a dog. You all do a wonderful job and there are many people and dogs whose life you have changed. Keep up the good work. Best wishes Bob and Elaine Lindau and Hogan
Natasha now Nhala Hi. I would like to re-introduce you to Nhala, formally Natasha. We adopted Nhala during summer in 1998. She was an adult dog when we adopted her, and she is still going strong today, although she is slowing down a bit. These days she is deaf, needs to be picked up to be put in the car for her beach trips, and sleeps pretty much all the time. My eldest boy was two when she came home, and now he is bigger than me. I am glad that my 3 other children have had the opportunity to grow up with her by their side. I remember the day that I first saw her in a large outdoor pen with many other dogs. I stood at the fence, and all of the other dogs jostled for my attention, some barking, some jumping. I was almost about to turn away when I saw her laying near a log with her head up in the regal fashion that she still does today. She was mine from that moment. I had to leave her there and pick her up a week later as she was not yet sterilised. She had not had a litter prior to adoption, and it breaks my heart every time I see her with a kitten, a rabbit, puppy or child. She is so gentle and maternal, yet strong and confident. If only I had the $500 000 to clone her, and yes, I have enquired. Now she is old. Very old. Sometimes she does not wake up even when shaken gently, and we have to check that she is still breathing. Her eyes are droopy, but as sharp as diamonds. Once, she was the most highly trained dog that many had ever seen. Now, she can do what ever she wants, as she knows what she can get away with. She has earned her luxurious retirement. I will be there stroking her head when the time comes. So, Thankyou K9 Rescue. You have added so much love and joy to my family that will last with us forever.
RED now REG Hi there to all you wonderful people at K9. This is Red here formerly Reg who found my new buddies on 2nd January this year I'm .just letting you know that I am really happy here and having lots of fun. I have managed to train my new buddies quite quickly, they have learnt how to throw a ball for me and love it when I take them for walks.I also get to swim everyday and the tucker here is just great. Thankyou to everyone at K9 for looking after me until I found my new buddies. Love Red
BEN hi -he is very friendly with dogs and people - injured his tail at k9 and had to have it docked poor boy - we are working thru a bit of car anxiety - feeding him in it and had motor running today while he ate - doesnt like door shut yet but jumping in and out of back and side door when asked - will sit and lie down in the car for short duration or longer if i sit with him - needs a little work on loose leash heeling but not pulling badly since being home altho he did when at k9 - they where using a halti which i took off after he had been out of his run for about 10 mins - pulled a bit but not too bad - very food oriented so responded very well - he likes cassie but she can be a bit bossy when playing -simba likes him and wants to play so have to keep it gentle for sim - will keep you informed - lotsa love - moya
Lizzy not Tazzie When I left your care my name was 'Lizzy'  but now at my new home my name is 'Tazzie'. I think its cause I kinda look like I have tiger stripes and my owner likes tasmanian tigers... anyway its a cool name! I got a big yard here at my new home. I get to go for walks down to the dog park where I play chasing with my human friends. Tho I like curling up on my very own couch in front of the tv with the family at night best. Last week I got to go to South Perth for a walk. So many new smells and strange dogs. Then I got to go for a big drive back to Mandurah where I got to play with grandads dog 'Mickey'. We ran around for ages till we fell asleep together under a tree.       So just lettin you know I love my new home and thanks for looking after me until my new Mum found me :)
Jett I just wanted to send you guys a message 6 months on to say thankyou for everything! My partner and I rescued Jett from you in November 2010 and he has just settled in to our little family perfectly! My partner works nights and he is my big protector but is also the BIGGEST softie! Words can't describe how much we love him. He was a little weary at first but now it is like he has always been there. I added some photos so you can see just how happy he is! Thankyou for all your wonderful work k9 you have given us the best little ball of fun! xx Sam & Kyran 04/11
BOB now CUZ Just wanted to let you know Bob whom we have renamed Cuz (after Ben Cousins as we are major West Coast Eagles fans) is settling in nicely to his new home. He is adorable and very well behaved. You have done a wonderful job in giving him some great basic skills as well as a liking for cuddles. He walks wonderfully on a lead and sits and comes most of the time. He is very good at waiting for permission to start his food. We will start taking him to obedience as soon as he has had his next vac. He absolutely loves the raw hide chew and has lost about 4 baby teeth in 4 days.  We know the vet's well as Lewie, our past dog, was a patient their for 15 years until she was helped off to sleep a couple of years ago and yes she was named after Eagles player Chris Lewis).  I will bring Cuz down for his injection, vac and micro chip, to make sure all is OK as it looks like his new teeth are coming through.  Thanks ...Anne