Midlands Cleft Rescue

16/09/2025

✨Tuesday Night Update✨

First things first – THANK YOU! We are truly grateful for every single donation we received towards Sushi’s eye surgery. Not only did we reach the required amount, but we also raised enough to almost cover Edna’s surgery too! That is all thanks to you – so from everyone here at MCR, THANK YOU!

Now, onto Sushi! Sushi is adapting incredibly well to life without his eyes. His vet appointment yesterday couldn’t have gone better – he’s healing beautifully!
In himself, he’s already ready for some rough and tumble play (though that’s not allowed just yet!). Everyone who meets Sushi falls in love with him; he truly is an extraordinary boy.
Deciding to remove Sushi’s eyes was a heartbreaking moment for us at MCR. We tried everything possible to save them – even though he was already blind – it still felt like such a huge decision. But ultimately, it was what he needed. And now, Sushi is showing us every day that he’s happier, more comfortable, and finally pain-free. We love you, Sushi boy!

In other news, Becci is back from her holiday! She had a wonderful time in Zanzibar and celebrated her birthday while she was away. A belated happy birthday, Becci!

We also have lots of puppies in rescue at the moment – keep an eye out for their photos coming soon! But please bare with us, if replies are slow!

Jessie is still looking for her forever home, so please apply if you’re interested. And our gorgeous ginger kitten Garfield is also ready for adoption!

This week’s “Get to Know” is all about Jess!

A few weeks ago, I shared that Jess married her childhood sweetheart, Zak – so she’s currently enjoying newlywed bliss. Congratulations, Mr & Mrs Midwood!

Despite that, Jess has wasted no time getting stuck back into the day-to-day life of MCR.

Jess plays a huge role behind the scenes – she helps coordinate transport for dogs in urgent need, helps with foster care, takes breeder surrender calls, supports rehoming, and often adds her creative flair to our social media. In fact, if you’ve ever admired one of our videos, chances are Jess was the mastermind behind it.

At home, Jess has her beloved Reggie – a three-year-old Boston Terrier who has healed her heart in ways she never thought possible. To Jess, Reggie isn’t just her baby – he’s also the best big brother to every foster pup who comes through their doors.

Outside of rescue, Jess works full-time as a Registered Nurse in Adult Medicine, often working 13-hour shifts. Yet somehow, she still manages to answer messages, review applications, and drive countless miles to help bring dogs to MCR.

Jess says the past few years have been some of the most rewarding of her life. Through MCR, she has found purpose, something she truly loves, and along the way, some incredible friendships too.

We couldn’t be prouder to have Jess on our team. Thank you, Jess, for everything you do!

15/09/2025

🚨 ADOPT ME 🚨

Meet Jessie! 🐾

Jessie is a sweet and playful little Sprocker Spaniel who is always up for a play followed by plenty of cuddles and naps. She is a very loving girl who is looking for a home that will love her back and offer plenty of warm laps to nap on.

While at the rescue, Jessie has shown us her special character, she is playful, bubbly, loving and a little ditsy. She loves playing, doesnt matter what game it is, she is up for it but, she is just as content curling up in a bed or on a warm lap or wandering around and quietly sitting near you, enjoying your company.

Jessie has been fostered alongside other dogs and a resident cat and has gotten on well with all of them. She is a bright and bubbly pup who will thrive in a home where she has love and encouragement.

What you need to know about Jessie:
*Jessie has a cleft palate, this doesnt slow her down at all and it should close up as she grows.
*Can live with other dogs and children (with the usual careful introductions).

If you think you can offer Jessie a loving home then please complete the application form, please only apply if you are 100% committed and happy to provide a short home video as part of the application process.

13/09/2025

🐾✨🏡Introducing Forever Home Friday! 🏡
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Every Friday, we’ll be sharing the heartwarming stories of rescue dogs who’ve found their forever homes — showing how much love, joy, and healing they’ve brought to their families.
We’d love to hear from YOU! If you’ve adopted through Midlands Cleft Rescue, tell us your story:

📸 Share a favorite picture of your pup
💌 Tell us how they’re doing now
🐶 Let us know what having them in your life has meant for your family

Most of the dogs we rescue were once written off by vet professionals, their only chance was with us. But thanks to their fighting spirit and the love of their families, they’re now thriving and proving that different doesn’t mean less.

Drop your stories and photos in the comments or send us a message to be featured in an upcoming Forever Home Friday!🐶🐾

12/09/2025

Here at MCR, we want to say a huge THANK YOU to every single person who has donated to the rescue this week.

It’s been an emotional few days!

Sushi has had his surgery, Monday he will have a further review at the vets.

Thanks to your incredible generosity, we’re almost in a position to start planning Edna’s surgery too!

Your kindness and support have warmed our hearts more than words can ever express.

From all of us at MCR: thank you for making it possible 🥹

12/09/2025

One of our most asked questions is "how do I apply to foster?" So, here's the moment you’ve all been waiting for ✨

Our rescue is growing so we are looking for new foster homes to join our team and help relieve pressure from the team! Whether you can help out for short-term holiday cover or offer a longer-term foster placement, you will be making a life changing difference for an animal in need.

Experience is preferred but not essential, you do not have to be competent in tube-feeding or have a career in animal care to apply, we are just looking for like minded dog lovers 🐶 🐾

Fostering is one of the most rewarding ways to support rescue work, It gives our animals the safety, love, and stability they need until they find their forever homes. It isn't an easy journey, it's not glamorous and often includes a lot of 💩 but we promise you'll enjoy almost every minute.

If you have ever thought about fostering, now is the perfect time to get involved.

Apply here:

Please click the link to complete this form.

11/09/2025

🚨TUBE FEEDERS🚨

We are desperate – really, really desperate!

Please, please, please – if you are a tube feeder or know someone who is, get in touch!
We need urgent help for a puppy who hasn’t been fed since 8am this morning. The puppy has a cleft palate and must be fed via a tube to prevent aspiration.

Can anyone help?

11/09/2025

He’s home🥹🩵

Sushi is now home, he has been amazing and is now home from his operation recovering in his foster home, please bare with us on updates while we try and give him all the love and attention he needs on his recovery 🥹🩵

His current vet bill is at £1,157.07 so please if you can even spare a pound help us on Sushi’s recovery🍣🩵

11/09/2025

🍣✨ Sushi Update ✨🍣
This morning Sushi saw the eye specialist, and he’s now gone in for emergency surgery to have both of his eyes removed. Thankfully, we managed to get a last-minute appointment at Animal Trust Vets, which has brought the cost down massively – around £1,500 for both removals, all his meds, and any follow-ups he may need.

It’s been such a scary day, but we know this is the best thing for him and will give him the chance to live a pain-free, happy life. Please keep everything crossed for our brave little man as he goes through surgery today🩵🐾

If you’re able to donate anything towards the cost of this emergency operation, we would be so incredibly grateful. Every little bit helps us cover his surgery and aftercare, and means the world to us and to Sushi. 🐶🩵

10/09/2025

🩵Sushi Update🩵

As many of you have seen, we’ve set up a GoFundMe to raise money for Sushi's surgery. This figure is to cover the potential cost of surgery on both of Sushi’s eyes, as well as his current medication and specialist consultations.

Right now, we’re exploring all options, gathering accurate costs, and most importantly making sure we do what’s best for Sushi. Every decision is being made with his wellbeing at the very forefront, which is why we’re seeking specialist guidance.

We would be so grateful if you could help us by sharing Sushi’s story or donating if you’re able. A share can be just as powerful as a donation in helping us reach the people who might be able to support.

We are truly overwhelmed with gratitude for the generosity and kindness we’ve already received. THANK YOU!

This isn’t easy for us—we hate to ask and feel desperate—but Sushi needs our help. We promise to stay as open and transparent as possible as we continue this journey with him.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

MCR Team

Iʼm raising money to Allow Sushi to have his eye removal operation for both eyes.. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

10/09/2025

Iʼm raising money to Allow Sushi to have his eye removal operation for both eyes.. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

09/09/2025

✨Tuesday Update✨

This week, we were honoured to welcome the beautiful Hovis into MCR. Sadly, Hovis arrived with us very unwell after his breeder had received poor advice (This is not a criticism of other people —mistakes happen, and we are all only human.)
Once in our care, the lovely Lauren gave Hovis all the love and support she could, but heartbreakingly, it was not meant to be. Hovis has now crossed the rainbow bridge.
At MCR, we don’t often share the losses we face, but we realise it’s important to be fully transparent. Every life matters, and Hovis will always be remembered here at MCR—alongside all the others who, too soon, found their way over the rainbow bridge.

On a brighter note, we’ll soon be welcoming a little Chihuahua into rescue—so keep your eyes peeled for updates! We’re sure Becci will be excited to return from her holiday to a house full of puppies, kittens, and now this new arrival!

We also want to give a very warm welcome to Lauren, who has joined us as a new foster. As mentioned, she showed such dedication and kindness with Hovis, and we are so grateful for everything she’s done. Based in Glasgow, Lauren opens up a whole new area where MCR can reach and help puppies in need—something we’ve been working hard to achieve.
Keep an eye out soon for our official foster application—we’d love to hear from anyone inspired to join our MCR team.

Continuing our get to know the team, this week is all about Jade!
Jade is a truly vital part of the MCR team – there’s nothing she won’t do to help! I don’t think “no” is even in her vocabulary. Whether it’s picking up supplies, running errands, or stepping in wherever she’s needed, Jade is always there with a smile and a helping hand.
At home, Jade almost always has a house full of foster puppies. In fact, she even replaced her living room carpet with hardwood flooring so the pups could have the run of the house – now that’s commitment!
She’s constantly on the go: vet runs, collecting puppies in need, managing social media, tackling admin, and of course fostering (and not just one or two at a time!). If it were possible, Jade would take them all – her heart just can’t say no.
On top of everything she does for MCR, Jade also works full-time in admin and runs her own business, Nellie’s Natural Dog Treats. In the little free time she has, you’ll often find her at stalls, sharing her treats with happy customers and spending any profits on the rescue pups! They are always supplied with the best treats!
Jade is also a proud dog mum to her two girls, Nellie and Vera. Fun fact – Vera started out as an MCR foster pup, but Jade fell head over heels and joined the “failed foster” club!
We are so grateful to have Jade as part of the MCR family. Jade, thank you for everything you do – you truly are amazing!

09/09/2025

URGENT: Help Save Baby Sushi 💔

Meet Sushi, our 3-month-old Chow Chow puppy. He’s already had such a tough start to life and now faces something no little pup should — he urgently needs bilateral enucleation (removal of both eyes).
Without this surgery, his eyes could rupture at any moment, leaving him in unimaginable pain.

We took Sushi in as a surrender here at Midlands Cleft Rescue, and we promised him love, safety, and the best care we can possibly give. Now we need YOUR help to keep that promise. 🐾

👉 We are trying to raise £3500 to pay for his surgery, pre and post op care

👉 Every single penny raised will go directly towards his operation and recovery

👉 Sharing this post can be just as powerful as donating, it helps us reach more kind hearts.

Sushi will lose his sight, but with your support, he’ll gain the chance to live a happy, pain-free life filled with love❤️

🙏 Please donate if you can, and share his story far and wide.

💌 Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/shelley-bennett-2?utm_medium=CR&utm_source=WA&fbclid=IwdGRjcAMtOS1leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHoXVkSXJYf2dPDRfcL9nqso2d-5ZvW_bJcLoqyNczzGWxUH6F7O5lP_WXfOg_aem_gmtvHLwSVnrhYpD3cWBUmw

You can also send funds to our PayPal or direct to our bank to avoid paying fees to justgiving.

From all of us at Midlands Cleft Rescue, thank you for helping us fight for Sushi 🍣

Iʼm raising money to Allow Sushi to have his eye removal operation for both eyes.. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.