WAGS on WATER

15/02/2025

Tonight may be Ruben's last night with us. Tomorrow we are meeting a potential adopter, so we are keeping our claws/fingers crossed for a good outcome.

15/02/2025

When the loaded torpedo is ready to go, but the captain isn't!

14/02/2025

Please share share share

Harley is looking for love this Valentines Day! 💝

Are you that special someone who can make a lifelong commitment to this gorgeous disabled boy? Do you want cuddles and kisses daily? A special someone who will never let you down and who will give back your love 1000 times over, then Harley is the one! 💘

Please share and get the message out there!

♂️ Male
🎂 Birth date: Late 2023
(estimate)
🐕 Breed: Border Collie Mix
✂️ Neutered
🐕‍🦺 Good with dogs
🐈 Good with cats
👩‍👦 Good with kids
⚖️ 17 kg
📏 Medium Sized
💉 Fully vaccinated
🦽 Disabled
🇬🇧 Currently in the UK,
Ipswich area

This cheeky, loveable boy is searching for a very special person, who can give him the care and love he deserves, a chance to finally feel safe, cherished, and truly at home. Harley’s life has been filled with unimaginable challenges. He has experienced a significant traum resulting in spinal damage and partial paralysis in his hind legs, yet his determination to keep going despite everything is nothing short of inspiring. His disability is only a small part of who he is.

Harley was found in heartbreaking conditions in February 2024. He was found at a landfill site in Turkey by volunteers of the charity HELP STREET CATS AND DOGS , where he was desperately trying to find food and shelter in the middle of a harsh winter. His back paws, raw and bleeding, told his story of hardship and survival – dragging himself across miles of snow and unforgiving ground, hoping to find food and safety.

Once found, Harley was rushed to the vet for care and x-rays. His injuries were too severe for any simple fix, and the vet advised amputation for his back legs. However, after consulting UK specialists, it was decided not to. His attitude and will to survive is nothing short of a miracle. He has bought so many people together, across the country, wanting to help him.

Harley has been in my care since October 2024 and he is quite simply the sweetest and most loving dog to foster. He amazes me with his determination and good nature. Many dogs faced with even a fraction of what he has endured, would show behaviour issues. But Harley is just a love. He does need care, above what would be normal for a dog, but this is easy to provide because he is such a team player. His personality is such that he draws people to him and he makes new friends on every walk, he is that sweet.

Harley will come with all the equipment needed for his care, including his wheelchair. Any adopter would have lifetime rescue back up and support. His lovely physiotherapist Daisy, has also offered (if adopted locally) to provide ongoing support for Harley at no cost. The Valentines photoshoot was kindly donated by Candydash images.

If you would like to know more about this exceptional dog, I am more than happy to share detailed insights on his needs, personality, and care. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you have questions about this very special boy ❤️‍🩹

Please follow the link and complete the online adoption form if you would like to adopt Harley.

https://www.helpstreetcatsdogs.com/harley

14/02/2025

"Sleep tight, don't let the bedbugs bite".

Ex foster crewmate Spot and his boy taking a little nap together ❤️.

13/02/2025

A walk on the nearly light side!

13/02/2025

As you can see, the crew are very stressed today 😉

12/02/2025

I wasn't sure I was doing Harleys physio right, using the written instructions. I'm a visual learner, so I need to see, in order to do. So tonight I was given a lesson in canine physiotherapy. Harley is such a good patient, I would hate to hurt him by making a mistake. Thank you Daisy for teaching me x

12/02/2025

Last night I ended up falling asleep on the sofa, and woke up at 4am to these two on my lap, Ruben behind me head and Ember to my left. The fire had gone out, but we were all keeping each other nice and toasty.

11/02/2025

Ruben didn't get the crew memo about being gentle with the captain tonight.

11/02/2025

The captain has a pain in the neck! Over the years my crappy spine has been drilled, screwed and bolted in order to keep me moving. Yesterday it decided to have a hissy fit, today it's continuing. So apologies for the lack of crew related posts. I'm off to get some Diazapam and WD40. And yes...that is my neck and not AI.

10/02/2025

So far this morning I have seen 2 perfect, 1 could be better and 1 not so good!

09/02/2025

Young Harley had a poonami whilst out on our walk. Good job it was bath day anyway!

09/02/2025

Today we met Bertie. This lovely calm gent has the most impressive eyebrows. He also impressed Harley, who was very respectful around him.

08/02/2025

I just found this video of Harley when first found. Bless his little heart. How did he survive? 🥹

08/02/2025

We are in the press again. The search continues for Harleys special someone!

Harley, a paralysed dog found alone at a landfill is searching for a forever home this Valentine's Day.

08/02/2025

Out with a crew of 5 at Pear Tree Paws field.

08/02/2025

Here's a lovely update on ex foster Ralph. He was a very reactive and scared JRT, who had taken over his previous household. He was a very unhappy dog when he arrived into foster with us two years ago, but not anymore!

Ralph now lives with a pack of 9 other dogs on a stud farm. There are 7 girls and 2 puppy boys and Ralph is in charge. He is living the dream for a JRT. He spends his days charging around the fields and barns, and his nights on his humans bed with all his girls.

Ralph is the little dog sticking his tongue out. Have a happy life Ralphie x