The Max & George Trust

16/03/2025

It has been 18 months since the night of the devastating and awful fire that broke out in our Romanian Sanctuary destroying the compounds, enclosures and property itself.

You can see the original post here https://www.facebook.com/reel/734336512063205WeAlthough

we have temporarily rebuilt some enclosures due to lack of resources we have not been in a position to rebuild or repair. However, the bad winter and horrif winds have ripped away the temporary roofs.

However, if we want to carry on providing a place of safety for the dogs that would otherwise be inhumanely slaughtered in the Kill Centre we need to properly rebuild.
We are trying to raise £50,000 to rebuild, repair and make safe The Sanctuary and we are appealing for help.

With our UK rescue being the priority over the last 18th months we have not been in a position to rebuild the Sanctuary properly.
We really want to have the facility rebuilt in time for this coming winter as we just about struggled through so far.

The Sanctuary is home to nearly 100 dogs and puppies that would otherwise be tortured to death. It is place of safety, a small pice of heaven for their damaged souls and hearts to repair.

Please, if you can find it your hearts to support the work we do in Romania, work that is often overlooked and make a donation we would be extremely grateful.

If you would like to volunteer for our next working party in Romania then please send us a DM for details.

To make a donation you can use our dedicated Stripe link https://buy.stripe.com/cN29DPflU83W0zS8xF
or you can make a donation to our Just Giving page https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/lauren-brown-838...
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f you are unable to donate, but would still like to help then perhaps consider holding a fundraising event but please whatever you can or cannot do, please share this post.

We will of course be posting regular updates. We know it is a big challenge but every little helps and time is running out to get hte repairs done in time for winter.

16/03/2025

Happy Sunny Sunday 🌞🩷💙

A sun soaked Sunday is Tess & Toto's favourite kind of day. Filled with sunbathing, sun worshiping, pup cups, grass rolling followed by a bit more sunning for good luck...

Finished with watching the sun set on a perfect day, ready for bed. What a life 😌

If you have similar interests to Tess & Toto & can imagine sharing your retirement years with this beautiful bonded pair, please get in touch.

13/03/2025

Remember Effie?

Effie went missing on 27th July 2023 in Balmaha.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AvvVkCkpX/?mibextid=wwXIfr

Effie was in the temporary care of a volunteer fosterer who took Effie without permission or our prior knowledge on holiday to Scotland.

Effie was one of the most traumatised dogs rescued by Lauren and it was a huge step placing her in a home.

Sadly, without giving any consideration to Effie’s fears she was driven over 300 miles away for a family holiday, unsecured and away from everything she knew.

The moment the door to the motor home was opened, Effie bolted. Scared, terrified and lost for a week Effie was then abandoned, missing in Scotland by the very people that should have kept her safe.

As soon as Lauren was aware Effie was alone and lost in an unfamiliar place she drove straight to Scotland to find her and bring her home.

But this was one search that was never going to be that simple.

The search for Effie is a story of despair, hope, love and most of all dedication to a rescue dog that needed rescuing all over again.

You can pre-order your limited edition, signed hard back copy now for £19.95 plus £3.50 p&p. All proceeds go towards the running of the rescue.

Release date: 20th April 2025

Use this link to purchase and pre-order your copy now.

https://buy.stripe.com/9AQ03f4Hg6ZSaasbK6

Pre-order ends soon

13/03/2025

ELLIE U P D A T E
You'll remember Ellie was one of two senior Yorkies Phoebe & Ellie who joined us after their Mum passed away from cancer at Christmas.

Perhaps understandably under the circumstances, both dogs had been seriously neglected, were underweight & very poorly. Both girls needed treatment for ear infections, severe sickness, diarrhoea, dehydration, temperatures & poor dental health.

But it was far far worse for poor Ellie. She must have been suffering for quite some time & was no doubt in a LOT of pain before she came into our care with what the vet believed to be a ruptured abscess behind her eye, causing irrevocable & catastrophic damage.

It would have been unethical to leave Ellie in a continued state of pain & further risk of the abscess spreading to her brain.

That being the case, we were faced with two difficult options; either put Ellie to sleep with dignity & love, or operate to give her a chance of a pain free happy life for the rest of her retirement years.

As you know, we gave Ellie the chance of life. Ellie was a fighter & made it through the intensive & invasive surgery. She coped well & was discharged from the vets.

Whilst under supervision at the rescue she was alert & comfortable. However, not long after we returned her to her foster home, she rapidly went downhill.

We're saddened to announce that poor little Ellie didn't make it, passing away with her sister & very much loved foster family by her side.

Like humans, we believe Ellie rallied, holding on until she was reunited once again with her dear sister & loved ones, where she felt she could simply let go...

Ellie's story is one of tragedy, strength, hope, bonds & the power of love. Sadly, in dog rescue, this is a story we are all too familiar with. But it doesn't stop it hurting.

Ellie, in the short time you were in our care you stole our hearts & were so very much loved & will forever remain in our thoughts, prayers & hearts.

Never forgotten & forever loved.

13/03/2025

Another BIG thank you to A51 Sheds Fencing & Concrete Garages & their followers for voting for The Max & George Trust to be the beneficiary of their Christmas giveaway to win a 6x4 shed.

The A51 team are big dog lovers, so Miles generously decided to upgrade the shed to a shiplap shed as a gesture of appreciation for the incredible work we do, not just with our rescue dogs themselves, but in our local community too.

We are honored to have our community work recognised, receiving your votes to win. The shed is a welcome addition to the ongoing improvements being made onsite & greatly appreciated by everyone at M>.
Thank you 🙏

13/03/2025

A big thank you to long standing supporter Carol who donates much needed towels & blankets every two weeks. Carol brings them from Hearts & Hands Stafford who do an amazing job serving our local community. If you don't do so already, pop over to their page & give them a follow 👍

12/03/2025

Sunny SPRINTING & SNUGGLES with Cora.
What bliss for our favourite BIG girl with an even bigger personality ✨

10/03/2025

M> rescue dogs READY to find their forever families. If you'd like to meet any of these lovely furbabies, please send us a private message to book an appointment. We'd love to hear from you.

This album will be updated every week, so be sure to check back!

09/03/2025

DOGS DAY OUT: With Andy & Ozzy

The boys enjoyed a plod around the park, quick paddle, watched some football & finished the day off with pup cups... what weekend bliss!

Find out more about Andy here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/1AEn6skJmn/

Find out more about Ozzy here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/15u3barrh2/

If you'd like to meet Andy, Ozzy or any of our dogs, send us a private message to book an appointment, we'd love to hear from you!

09/03/2025

U P D A T E // Timmy is reserved

Timmy the puppy needs a home.
Timmy was born here at the rescue soon after his heavily pregnant mother Luna came into our care & is one of her litter. Timmy is everything you'd expect from a puppy; playful, cuddly, excitable & full of fun!

🐾 D.O.B: 29/09/2024

🐾 Staffie Cross

🐾 Male

🐾 Will benefit from further puppy training

If you are interested in meeting Timmy or any of our other dogs, please send us a private message

To help us care for the dogs, pay for vet bills, cleaning & feeding you can make a £5 monthly donation by clicking this link:

https://buy.stripe.com/3cs17jddMdogciA8wC

To help us feed the dogs you can purchase food along with other items we need & use here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/251KZM3F3Z08N?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwAR3ZjKAFlVhCMjgwQtbbHX_2WPL0dWnv3V8V-GkuTSK12Z-ic4Fe7kpO8SE

And please don’t forget to share!

08/03/2025

Best Girl Bonnie on her Doggy Day Trip ✨

Beautiful Bonnie was treated to a little afternoon out for a change of scenery & enrichment. She travelled really well in the car & loved sniffing all the new smells the dog park had to offer.

Bonnie is a smart girl & eager to please, keen to follow commands & learn new tricks... She's a BIG FOODIE, so has lots of training potential!

You can learn more about her here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/14v2f33rK8/

Big thanks to volunteers Rachel & Katie 💞

08/03/2025

Ozzy needs a home!

🐾 Bedlington Terrier cross

🐾 Male

🐾 Young

🐾 Inquisitive, fun loving fur baby

🐾 Loves lots of cuddles & fuss

🐾 Eager to learn

🐾 Playful

🐾 Has a history of living with children

If you are interested in meeting Ozzy or any of our other dogs, please send us a private message

To help us care for the dogs, pay for vet bills, cleaning & feeding you can make a £5 monthly donation by clicking this link:

https://buy.stripe.com/3cs17jddMdogciA8wC

To help us feed the dogs you can purchase food along with other items we need & use here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/251KZM3F3Z08N?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwAR3ZjKAFlVhCMjgwQtbbHX_2WPL0dWnv3V8V-GkuTSK12Z-ic4Fe7kpO8SE

And please don’t forget to share!

07/03/2025

All the Friday feels with resident roller Milo!

Our boy loves nothing more than tummy tickles on tap!

You can find out more about him here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/r/18kSoVSgr4/

Wishing all of our Facebook family a lovely weekend, from Team M>!

06/03/2025

FINAL FAREWELL

You will remember Bandit, the senior Staffy, rescued from his own home where he was tragically discovered living with his beloved deceased owner Paul.

Paul was a much loved member of his community & his abrupt passing was a blow to all of those who loved him.

Paul's friends & family never got the opportunity to say goodbye to Paul, so we felt it only right to take Bandit over to see them a couple of times since he's been in our care.

It was important to give Paul's loved ones the chance to say goodbye to Paul through Bandit & reassure them that Paul's best friend & much loved dog was safe & loved at The M>.

Today was the most important goodbye of all; Paul's funeral. Bandit was invited to attend & we knew we owed it to Paul, his friends, family & Bandit himself to join them in paying their final respects.

BUT... we had literally just driven Bandit to Wales the preceding weekend, having taken the time & care the previous weekend to ensure Bandit was settled & in the right foster home. All BEFORE we were aware of the funeral 🙈

So, that meant driving baaaack to Wales...

On Tuesday evening Lauren drove the 5 hour round trip to collect Bandit from his lovely foster family to join Paul one last time & Bandit took it all in his stride.

The funeral, like all funerals, was a tearful & emotional farewell to Paul. A man who dedicated his life to Bandit, whom Paul had rescued from a terrible life at just a year old.

Paul was made & meant to look after Bandit, they were an inseparable duo, going everywhere together. We have no doubt Paul will be waiting for Bandit at the rainbow bridge when his time comes...where they can be together once more, forever in peace & undying love... But it’s not Bandit’s time just yet. 🌈🤎

Being able to say goodbye to Paul was an important step in the healing process for Bandit & we are privileged to have been a small part of their story.

Bandit’s ongoing health care costs & general needs will remain the responsibility of M>, as do all our foster dogs. If you would like to donate towards our monthly veterinary bill, you can do so here: https://buy.stripe.com/dR603fb5Efwo1DW6pi

Any amount, however small, really makes a positive impact on our small independent dog rescue.

Bandit is now safely back at his retirement home in Wales being spoiled by his new Mum & senior Staffie girlfriend Izzy.

We will keep all Bandit's FB family updated on his forthcoming adventures during his last beautiful chapter ✨

RIP Paul

06/03/2025

Bonnie needs a home!
Here's what the team has to say about her:

"She is a beautiful big baby, who loves to cuddle and listens well to training on the lead. She will benefit from further training. Bonnie is one of my all time favourites 🖤"
- Manager Lauren H -

"Bonnie loves human interaction, fusses and cuddles loves to play with the ball and squeaky toys. Bonnie’s strong on the lead but listens well to commands."
- Manager Lyndsey -

🐾 Staffie

🐾 Female

🐾 Young

🐾 Affectionate

🐾 Playful

🐾 Travels well

🐾 Can be timid of very large men until she knows you

🐾 Will benefit from further training

🐾 LOVES food

🐾 Is strong on the lead, but listens to correction

If you are interested in meeting Bonnie or any of our other dogs, please send us a private message

To help us care for the dogs, pay for vet bills, cleaning & feeding you can make a £5 monthly donation by clicking this link:

https://buy.stripe.com/3cs17jddMdogciA8wC

To help us feed the dogs you can purchase food along with other items we need & use here:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/251KZM3F3Z08N?ref_=wl_share&fbclid=IwAR3ZjKAFlVhCMjgwQtbbHX_2WPL0dWnv3V8V-GkuTSK12Z-ic4Fe7kpO8SE

And please don’t forget to share!

Send a message to learn more