Rushton Dog Rescue at Freedom Farm - Darkness To Light

25/06/2024

PIXIE UPDATE 🩷

Today we are at the specialist vets ‘CAVE’ in wellington. She is having her consultation to see how we can move forward with her, she could possibly have surgery today but we won’t know until after her consultation.

She’s such a sweet little girl we are hopeful that we will be able to improve her quality of life especially with her breathing.

Will keep you updated on how it goes 🤞🩷

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Name- Rushton dog rescue
Account number- 65399196
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25/06/2024

Our sanctuary Chinese meat trade survivor Freddie has been in the vets yesterday for the day, he sadly suffers with damage to his pelvis and In turn it causes issues with his bowel… he had a spate of chronic diarrhoea and he wasn’t eating, so he spent the day on a drip to pump antibiotics into him and fluids, he came home last night and slept all the way through, we’re taking him back in this morning for another days worth of drip so we can ensure he gets better and gets what he can to make him feel more comfortable until he gets back to normal. This is all due to his treatment in China, we found him outside a “veterinary” university in Chengdu China in 2018 he had been used as some kind of experiment and was in such a state, the plates in his hips are ridiculous and we also had his leg removed when he first came over years ago.. This is just one of the reasons why we kept him as we knew he was always going to have ongoing medical issues and he is abit of a grump too!

Hopefully after today he should be back to his normal bossy self 🤞🥹

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PayPal - http://paypal.me/RushtonDogRescue

Bank details-
Name- Rushton dog rescue
Account number- 65399196
Sort code- 08 92 99

https://rushtondogrescue.co.uk/donate/

23/06/2024

FLOKI UPDATE ♥️

Floki is the boy we took in after his dad found himself having to serve a short sentence (nothing sinister) if you all remember?!

Well today, we took Floki to his new foster placement where he will stay until we can reunite them both back together. He is super happy with his placement and has already settled and enjoyed a good walk and lots of love.

Huge thank you to Dan and his lovely family for welcoming Floki into your home for us. We really appreciate your support and kindness.

Be a good boy Floki, see you soon ♥️

21/06/2024

EDNA 🩷

We know how much you all love her and a few have been asking for another update on her… so here she is!

Pictures taken just now, she is super happy, fully recovered from her second surgery, she’s back to eating like a horse, demanding her meals and cuddles, she loves going out on the main yard of the farm and goes off on her own little wander then runs back to base as too say “mum I’m backkkkk did you see me run?!”

She’s so sweet, very cheeky actually and we certainly know when Edna wants something.

Keep smiling happy girl, love you so very much 🩷

21/06/2024

LOCAL PEOPLE 🎶✨ tonight at Bere Cider Company it’s FREE entry! We will be going around with collection pots and a card machine asking for donations of an amount of you’re choice with all donations going to Rushton Dog Rescue at Freedom Farm - Darkness To Light ♥️ That Britpop Band - 90s Britpop Tribute Act are amazing… you won’t want to miss hearing them play!!

21/06/2024

🎶✨TONIGHT ✨🎶
Don’t miss it! Bere Cider Company

24 HOURS TILL ‘THAT BRITPOP BAND’ WILL BE ENTERTAINING US.

That Britpop Band is a no-holds-barred genre tribute act solely dedicated to the last major British movement in music – 90s Britpop.

Covering songs from the genre’s obvious big-hitters such as Oasis, Blur, Pulp, and The Verve; to the often-unsung heroes like Supergrass, Shed Seven, and The Seahorses; the band leave no Britpop shaped stone unturned in their fast-paced, high-energy tribute show.

The band itself is comprised of four musicians whose combined gigging history would put the most seasoned of players to shame! Having played all over the world from New Zealand to Old Camden Town with the likes of Bill Wyman, Bad Manners, Babyshambles, The View, Ben Waters, John Power and the mighty Chas & Dave (to name but a few), it’s fairly safe to say that these boys know their way around the stage!

That Britpop Band have already made a huge impact on the tribute band scene and have also gained a massive online following; being personally endorsed by Britpop legends Shed 7 and the ‘one and only’ Chesney Hawkes!

20/06/2024

TWO NEW ARRIVALS 🥹🩷

Here we have sisters ‘REMI & PEPPER’ 1.5years of age, rosette guinea pigs.

We’ve taken them in as they needed to find a new home locally to freedom farm. We are hopeful we will be able to find them a safe loving home.

Aren’t they beautiful?!

What would we be looking for?
A home with space, no hutches.
A large shed/summerhouse with safe access to outside grass.
They are not to be adopted as pets for children to take sole care of.
They will require lots of attention just like any other animal.
They must have plenty of enrichment.
A dedicated forever adoptive home.

If you are interested in adopting these sweet girls then please do send us a email of what you could offer: [email protected]

19/06/2024

Alfie & Geoff 🌈🕊️

We have lost two of our beloved members of our family.

Alfie, our dear handsome collie, we had him from 9 weeks old until just before his 16th birthday. He was our family dog, the dog whom we loved so very much, he had travelled to Spain and France when mum was saving dogs there, he was always right beside her, the most loyal, funny, happy boy.
Alfie was going into heart failure and we had to rush him to the emergency vets at 5.30am Sunday morning. The pain of his loss is unbearable… until we see you again our dear boy stay safe 🕊️

Geoff, our little white Chinese boy, he was captured on the streets of China in a net after being hit by a car, we saw him being handled in such a stressful manner we knew he needed us, we stepped up for him, took him as part of our family and knew pretty quickly he was an unpredictable rascal with his biting and was to be a permanent member of Rushton. He was very unique, very feisty but so very loving at the same time. He loved his life here, we loved him.
He came out as usual yesterday ran his fields, ate his food, then last night he laid down, took a few gasps of breath and passed in mums arms. It was so sudden and we just didn’t expect him to go, he was only in the vets a few months ago for his health check… the only part of his sudden passing we can take as a positive is that he passed here with us in his own unique way… we love you Geoff.

Both of our boys, we will miss you both so very much.

A lot of our dogs are getting old, hence why we are experiencing so much loss recently, it takes a toll on our hearts and emotions yet we still carry on. Please be patient with us, we need understanding people in our circle those that get the loss we have to deal with regularly.

Hold your dogs close, you never know when it will be the last day you can. 🕊️🌈

18/06/2024

Some happy faces in the sun 🌞

The beauty of freedom farm brings space for all, lots of outside time being happy dogs, not stuck in kennels for long periods, not forced to wear leads and collars, lots of these have been so abused by humans the thought of being in a “normal” environment would send them into a frenzy.

We’re very proud of how we run Rushton dog rescue, we’re not just a rescue, we are here to give safety to those who can’t be adopted, just because a dog can’t be adopted surely that shouldn’t mean they can’t live? Aslong as they are happy, welfare standards are high, medical needs are met then why shouldn’t they be able to just be them.. them being who they are is what we love about them ♥️

*these pics were just a few we have taken whilst the sun has been out ♥️

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PayPal - http://paypal.me/RushtonDogRescue

Bank details-
Name- Rushton dog rescue
Account number- 65399196
Sort code- 08 92 99

https://rushtondogrescue.co.uk/donate/

17/06/2024

THIS FRIDAY at Bere Cider Company 🎶
Don’t miss hearing That Britpop Band - 90s Britpop Tribute Act they are AMAZING!! Come on down 🎶🎶

🎶🍺FRIDAY 21ST JUNE - 8:30PM🍺🎶
ENJOY A SUNNY FRIDAY NIGHT WITH SOME GREAT LIVE MUSIC FROM ‘THAT BRITPOP BAND’
☀️FREE ENTRY!☀️. 🍔BURGER VAN🍔

17/06/2024

New girl Pixie update 🩷

She’s been into our trusted vets and had an initial examination, she is definitely a candidate for BOAS surgery, she also will need scans for her whole body so we can determine what exactly is going on, these things will take place at a specialist vets and Jon is making the referral for this.

Once the specialist receives her referral we will get her appointment made so we can get the ball rolling with her ongoing surgical plan.

She is so sweet, very kind, she was abit shy and just wanted to be in my arms.

PLEASE DO NOT BUY FRENCHIES FROM BREEDERS!!
If you’d like this breed then please go to a rescue, help one that has already been let down, help a rescue, don’t line the pocket of a breeder who is producing dogs that have numbers of medical problems, NOBODY breeding this breed should be applauded they should be shamed.

We will do everything we can for Pixie and we always take the advice of our vets & Specialists, the welfare of ALL of our dogs in our care is always our priority.

17/06/2024

Bear and his homeless dad update ♥️

Remember we are helping this beautiful boy and his dad with supplying them both with food and items they need?!

We went back to see them again yesterday and took them all the donations you sent to us for them.

Bears dad would like to extend his huge gratitude too those who sent us clothes for him and food for bear. He was blown away by the clothes especially and was buzzing that he had clean clothes! Even brand new t shirts!! Huge huge thank you for sending us things for them. He is truly grateful and wanted to make sure that you all know just how thankful he is.

Bear loved the James wellbeloved biscuits that were sent for him, also his new toy!

Bears dad could really do with some decent footwear, preferably walking boots sized 9!

Bear could do with some hard wearing toys to keep him happy as the soft ones we’ve been giving him are only lasting a few hours 😅

We also are wanting to get him a large water container which can be filled with water for both so they don’t have to constantly search for clean safe water…

Thank you so much all of you for helping us help them, we really appreciate you’re kindness ♥️

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PayPal - http://paypal.me/RushtonDogRescue

Bank details-
Name- Rushton dog rescue
Account number- 65399196
Sort code- 08 92 99

https://rushtondogrescue.co.uk/donate/

15/06/2024

We will look after you Pixie, don’t be worried, it’s a really safe place here at freedom farm and the ladies who look after us are very caring. They do speak to us in funny voices but you will get used to that.

Love the Pugs 🩷

*love it when our dogs are so accepting to a newbie 🥹

15/06/2024

NEW ARRIVAL 🥹

We’ve just taken in this absolute little delight named ‘Pixie’ she is a Frenchie and is just about to turn 1 years old. Pixie was local to us at freedom farm and her owner really needed some help, (no negative comments about the owner please, they are very kind)

Pixie was bred along with many others to just make money, she came from a breeder who has been producing frenchies with a multitude of health issues. Anyone breeding these dogs should be utterly ashamed of them selves, it’s not cool, it’s cruel!
They are not a healthy breed of dog, they were once so very fashionable and more and more of them are ending up in our dog pounds and rescues. Imagine being the breed that was so in demand to then be so discarded just a matter of years later.

Please DO NOT buy Frenchie puppies, you are enabling the abuse of these dogs, if you’d like a Frenchie then please go to you’re local rescue I can almost guarantee they will have them or know of ones in need. The uk is over run with the breed.

Pixie has quite a few health issues hence why her owner felt she needed us to help, we totally understand their decision and are glad they have been honest enough with us on all levels.
… we believe pixie deserves the surgeries she will require and specialists opinions. So that’s what she will get. She’s also super super small, never seen such a small Frenchie. Poor girl.

Her nostrils are so so small and narrow, she will definitely require BOAS surgery, she has a kyphosis on her spine we believe hence the swollen area on her back, she also has something going on with her elbow… so yes she will need a lot of veterinary care.
She didn’t ask to be bought into this cruel world…she deserves whatever it is she requires.
Pixie will go for her first consultation on Monday morning with our trusted vets and then a plan will be put in place.

Sweet little Pixie girl, we will do everything we can for you, we promise 🩷

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PayPal - http://paypal.me/RushtonDogRescue

Bank details-
Name- Rushton dog rescue
Account number- 65399196
Sort code- 08 92 99

https://rushtondogrescue.co.uk/donate/

15/06/2024

Our beautiful pair of pugs are still searching for their forever adoptive home 🩷

14/06/2024

🎶🍺FRIDAY 21ST JUNE - 8:30PM🍺🎶
ENJOY A SUNNY FRIDAY NIGHT WITH SOME GREAT LIVE MUSIC FROM ‘THAT BRITPOP BAND’
☀️FREE ENTRY!☀️. 🍔BURGER VAN🍔

14/06/2024

🕊️ Today marks the 2nd anniversary of Kristyn’s passing 🕊️

Kristyn, the angel to all animals, the woman who saved so many and sacrificed so much of her life to protect, save and care for so many.

Kristyn left us all her rescue animals as her final request, she knew we would honour them and continue to protect them just like she did.

We have her two special kids ‘Alan & Frieda’ living with us at freedom farm they remind us of her every day and we always talk to them about their mummy Kris.

We have many of Kristyn’s dogs residing here still, dogs that she saved & loved.

We miss you every day Kristyn, our lives will never be the same without you, you should still be here with us continuing the work we all had plans to do. Freedom farm will always be your home just as much as it is Rushton’s.

Kristyn’s Memorial tree is flourishing and a lovely place we can take your dogs to remember you.

Until we see you again our angel, rest peacefully 🕊️✨

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If you’d like to donate in Kristyn’s memory for her kids at freedom farm she would be very appreciative.

PayPal - http://paypal.me/RushtonDogRescue

Bank details-
Name- Rushton dog rescue
Account number- 65399196
Sort code- 08 92 99

https://rushtondogrescue.co.uk/donate/

13/06/2024

Rama ♥️

He wanted to stop by and share his pictures that were taken yesterday whilst he was out having a mooch about the farm.

He’s doing okay since loosing Bree, he was sad for a while but he seems to be back to his happy goofy self now.

He was put on a diet as he was getting a little porky! He’s got a lovely waist now and is a perfect weight for his size. He suffers with very bad hip dysplasia so it’s important he doesn’t get too heavy as it will become worse for his mobility. He’s doing well on his pain meds daily.

Sweet, funny boy ♥️

13/06/2024

Marvin update 🥹

He’s doing so well, gaining weight, slowly gaining confidence. Can you see his hair is growing back & his weight gain?

Super proud of him, so pleased we saved him from euthanasia. How could anyone hurt him, he’s just the most sweetest kindest soul. Keep shining Marvin ✨

13/06/2024

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🎶🍺FRIDAY 21ST JUNE - 8:30PM🍺🎶
ENJOY A SUNNY FRIDAY NIGHT WITH SOME GREAT LIVE MUSIC FROM ‘THAT BRITPOP BAND’
☀️FREE ENTRY!☀️. 🍔BURGER VAN🍔

12/06/2024

Don’t forget to follow us on TIKTOK if you aren’t already .. https://www.tiktok.com/?_t=8n8gzZgsYS0&_r=1

12/06/2024

Big shout out to our newest top fans! 💎

Roy Robertson, Fiona Patterson, John Harrison, Janet White, Claire Beard, Sallyanne Otton, Elena Fantarrow Ursini Cirillo, Debbie Neal, Teresa Hill, Alan Barley, Tracey Price, Maggie Dunlop, Karen Brooklyn, Cristina Dell-utri, Carol Waldon, Karen Gosney, Helen Lacey, Ann Rice, Deborah Metcalf, Lana Morrison, Anne-Lise Mary Johansen, Jennifer Comer, Jean Jones, Ellitt Jackie, Iris Mcgreevy, Anna Reynolds, Amanda Stratton, Justin Kizzy Fletcher, Shereen Denton, Lorraine Despard, Paula Dicks, Claire Boam, Lindsay Lines, Patrica Callaghan, Linda Lane, Denise Ann, Maria Soroyen, Nala Nosirregram, Jane Nicholls, Grace Millar, Jean Duncan, Judith Hawkes, Gill Gunn, Joe Poole, Mary Cornwall, Julie Jones

11/06/2024

FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK ♥️✨

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11/06/2024

SPARKY BOY ✨
He’s full of the joys this morning, suns out… chunky boy is happy!

He’s such a funny, crazy, beautiful boy.

Keep shining brave boy ✨

08/06/2024

Huge thank you too the locals of Gloucester for welcoming our new shop into your community!

Gloucester BID ♥️

Welcome to Eastgate Street Rushton Dog Rescue at Freedom Farm - Darkness To Light 🎉

If you love dogs and would like to support this wonderful new charity in Gloucester city centre, pop in and see Paula and team.

They have an array of dog items, dog themed items and second hand wonders.

You might even see Walter too! 🐕🐩🐶❤️

Gloucester

08/06/2024

THANK YOU Jollyes Bridgwater - The Pet People ✨

We’ve collected our first lot of donated goods after you all voted for us to be the chosen local charity of choice 🥳

Huge thank you to the customers that have donated food and items we really appreciate you’re support! 🩷

08/06/2024

THANK YOU ✨

Leah & Tracey both purchased a box of snacks for the dogs of freedom farm through Pudding And The PA 🩷

The dogs send you both lots of thanks and love 🩷

08/06/2024

✨NEW SHOP OPENING TODAY ✨

OPEN TODAY: 10am - 4PM

LOCATION: 7 Eastgate street Gloucester GL1 1NS

Huge well done and thanks to Paula Dicks & those that have helped and worked so hard in getting it open and set up!

Pop on down today and grab a bargain and support the dogs of freedom farm! ♥️

07/06/2024

PLEASE VOTE FOR RUSHTON READ BELOW 👇 🙏

🌟 Join us for Give Back Weekend and Rushton Dog Rescue will share in £2,500 from MyGivingCircle 🌟

This is a great opportunity to raise funds for free, and we need YOUR help!

From now until midnight on Sunday, June 9th, MyGivingCircle is giving away £2,500 for the first 5,000 new people that vote at MyGivingCircle. For each new voter we get at - mygivingcircle.org/rushton-dog-rescue/vote MyGivingCircle will give 50p to Rushton Dog Rescue

That's right, every new voter = 50p until the £2,500 is given away. The more new voters we get, the more money we receive!

Imagine the Impact: 200 new voters = £100 for our Charity!

Here's how you can help:

1️⃣ If you haven't voted for us before, please take a moment to vote at mygivingcircle.org/rushton-dog-rescue/vote Be sure to put us in position #1 on the voting form!

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Let's make Give Back Weekend a huge success and show what our incredible community can achieve together.

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Thank you for being a part of our journey and helping us create positive change. 🙌

Your vote counts! Support Rushton Dog Rescue and MyGivingCircle will donate £0.50 this weekend only.