As you know the SPA was open yesterday, and although there were no adoptions, there were plenty of dog walks and quite a few people visiting on the hunt for a new four-legged friend.
Two of them, Olivia and husband Andrew had been looking for a small sociable dog for some time, and although they had a period of overnight reflection, both freely admit that they had decided yesterday that Lasko was the one for them. This little jack russell cross was brought to the SPA earlier this year when his owners moved house. They tried to home him themselves, but it had not worked out and Lasko found himself tied up all day long. This was the last thing most dogs want, but particularly such a young and active lad.
Lasko’s luck has definitely changed for the better and we wish him loads of fun in his new life in the New Forest!
Today also saw the adoption of Linkin. This is just wonderful news, as this dog arrived in a pretty bad state less than a month ago, and the fact that he was looking well enough to attract a new family is testament yet again to the wonderful work done by the SPA. Linkin went straight to the vet on arrival, his fur was literally crawling with fleas, and he was covered in bald patches and scars, which turned out to be flea- related, as opposed to the leishmaniasis which was initially suspected. Wherever he had come from, he was not well looked after.
He is looking great now, but is having an operation on his hip later this week. His new family are going to let him convalesce at home with them. Lucky dog!
And we had a third adoption too, that of Puma. This lovely border collie had been with us since the end of July, when she and her pal Rocky were brought in looking very sorry for themselves and unidentified. Three weeks later and Puma is off for a new life, and we hope Rocky will have the same luck soon. Puma was adopted without the help of the wonderful photos taken by Alizee yesterday, but perhaps they will help Rocky find happiness.
So three adoptions and more due tomorrow!
Lasko – ADOPTED and on his way home
Linkin – ADOPTED
Puma – ADOPTED