Vilma's Hound Sanctuary

03/08/2024

🐾 Urgent: Beki Still Needs a Home! 🐾

It’s hard to believe, but Beki still hasn’t had a single inquiry for a new home. 😢 This lovely girl deserves so much more!

Beki is an absolute sweetheart with a gentle nature. She gets along wonderfully with other dogs and has even been cat-tested. Her playful and affectionate personality would make her a fantastic companion for someone special.

While her face might suggest she's older, Beki's body and attitude are youthful and full of life. She's fully vaccinated, spayed, and comes with a lifetime backup from us at Vilma’s Hound Sanctuary.

Please help us find Beki the loving home she deserves. If you’re interested in adopting her or would like to support her foster care costs (food, etc.), please reach out to us at [email protected]. Let’s work together to give Beki the chance to be part of a forever family! ❤️

06/07/2024

Meet Beki – Our Lovely, Overlooked Gem 🐾

We can't understand why sweet Beki has had zero interest so far. She’s such a lovely dog and would make a fantastic companion for someone special. 🐶

Beki is great with other dogs and has even been cat-tested. She has a wonderfully sweet nature and brings joy to everyone she meets. Although it’s hard to determine her exact age—her face might suggest she's older, but her body and attitude are youthful and full of life.

She’s very easygoing and would adapt wonderfully to a loving home. Beki is fully vaccinated, spayed, and comes with a lifetime backup from us.

If anyone would like to support her foster care costs (food, etc.), donations can be made via [email protected]. And if you’re interested in giving Beki a forever home, please reach out to us at the same email for an application form.

Let’s find Beki the home she truly deserves! ❤️

23/06/2024

🐾 Woof woof! Time to formally introduce Beki, the paw-some pup with a heart of gold! 🐶

She's currently living it up in sunny Westerham ☀️, but her sights are set on finding her forever home.

Now, about Beki's age: her passport says she's 5, but we suspect she's got a few more years under her collar (perhaps 7 or 8 ). Age is just a number, though, and Beki's got a heart full of love no matter what! 💖 As for her breed, she's a bit of a mix—maybe a petite Bleu de Gascogne, with some basset Bleu in there too! But one thing's for sure: she's all charm and cuddles!

Even though Beki spent over two years in a pound in Spain 🏠, she hasn't let it dim her spirits one bit! She's playful, friendly, and as sweet as can be. Plus, she's undergone all the necessary vet checks, including testing for Lyme disease, Heartworm, Brucellosis, Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Leishmania! 🦠 In addition we paid for her to have a dental done in Spain so her teeth are squeaky clean so she'll have a winning smile to greet you with!. And guess what? She's been cat-tested and totally ignored them. What a pro!

Now, Beki does have one little quirk: she's a bit of a foodie and might try to snag a snack off the counter 🍔. But with a little training (and maybe some extra treats!), she'll be a pro in no time.

To make Beki's transition even smoother, she'll come with 5 weeks of free insurance with Agria 🎉. And to top it off, she's got lifelong backup from Vilma's Hound Sanctuary 🏡. Donations to support Beki's costs can be sent to PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Ready to welcome Beki into your heart and home? Fill out an application form and get ready for the snuggles of a lifetime! Let's give Beki the fairy-tail ending she deserves! 🐾❤️ (Please note that a home check and application form assessment will be needed prior to finding her paw-fect family.)

20/06/2024

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

After several weeks of anticipation, Beki is finally onboard transport on her way to us and will arrive in Westerham this Saturday! 🌟 Her foster carers, kennels, and vets have all raved about her wonderful nature. She’s a real sweetheart and will make a fantastic addition to her forever home. Could Beki be the perfect dog for you? 🐾

If you're interested in giving Beki a loving home, please reach out to us on Messenger or via email at [email protected] for an application form. A home check is required to ensure she’s the perfect fit. Let’s find this lovely girl her forever family! ❤️

13/06/2024

🐾 Exciting Update on Beki 🐾

We're thrilled to share that Beki is now ready to start her journey to Westerham and will arrive on 22nd June! 🎉 Beki is a very happy girl.

Stay tuned for updates on her arrival and new life!

Please contact us if you’d like to fill out an application form. We have only heard fantastic reports on what a sweet girl she is.

Donations towards Beki and other foster dogs' care can be made via PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Together, we’re making a difference, one paw at a time. 🐶💕

28/05/2024

🐾 Exciting Update on Beki 🐾

We're thrilled to share that Beki is now ready to start her journey to the UK in the coming weeks! 🎉 Beki is a very happy girl, and all her test results are back showing she is negative for Brucellosis.

It turns out the original dog she interacted with had a false positive result, so Beki is all clear to travel. We couldn't be more relieved and excited for her next adventure.

Thank you all for your continued support and patience. Stay tuned for updates on her arrival and new life in the UK!

Donations towards Beki and other foster dogs' care can be made via PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Together, we’re making a difference, one paw at a time. 🐶💕

16/05/2024

🐾 Update on Beki 🐾

We have some news to share about our sweet foster dog, Beki, who was supposed to start her journey today. Sometimes in rescue, plans take unexpected turns.

Two days ago, we learned that a dog Beki briefly interacted with tested positive for Brucellosis. Whilst we know that the risk of transmission is very low, we had to make a tough call to postpone her transport and find her a new foster home to ensure that she is isolated from other dogs between now and when she travels.

Beki tested negative immediately after the incident, but our vet advises retesting in 3/4 weeks to ensure she's clear. Since our travel plans overlap with her new transport date, she'll stay in foster care in Spain until July.

Thanks to a generous donation, we're covering the costs of the cancelled transport and upcoming tests. We're confident this was the best decision for Beki's health.

We'll update you on Beki's new travel plans in July and will launch a fundraiser to cover any additional expenses. Your support means the world to us and the dogs we care for.

If you'd like to contribute, donations can be made via PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Thank you for standing by us and supporting Beki through this journey. Together, we're making a difference, one paw at a time. 🐶💕 "

11/05/2024

All funds now in! Thank you all so much. Time for prospective adopters to apply! A home check and donation will be required before she leaves her foster home. Enquiries to [email protected]

08/05/2024

🍾 All funds now in! 👏🏻 🎉

🐾 Exciting Update!

Meet Beki, a sweet Petite Bleu de Gascogne.
Despite her gentle nature and loving soul, Beki has sadly been overlooked due to her age. But fear not, because we're stepping in to change her story! 🌟

Now, about Beki's age: her passport says she's 5, but we suspect she's got a few more years under her collar. Age is just a number, though, and Beki's got a heart full of love no matter what! 💖

Even though Beki spent over two years in a pound in Spain 🏠, she hasn't let it dim her spirits one bit! She's playful, friendly, and as sweet as can be. Plus, she's undergone all the necessary vet checks, including testing for Lyme disease, Heartworm, Brucellosis, Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Leishmania! 🦠 And guess what? She's been cat-tested and totally ignored them. What a pro! She’s also had a dental done in Spain to ensure her gnashers are sparkly clean for her new home! 🦷

Now, Beki does have one little quirk: she's a bit of a foodie and might try to snag a snack off the counter 🍔. But with a little training (and maybe some extra treats!), she'll be a pro in no time.

To make Beki's transition even smoother, she'll come with 5 weeks of free insurance with Agria 🎉. And to top it off, she's got lifelong backup from Vilma's Hound Sanctuary 🏡. Donations to support Beki & other dogs journeys can be sent to PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Ready to welcome Beki into your heart and home? Fill out an application form by emailing [email protected] and get ready for the snuggles of a lifetime! Let's give Beki the fairy-tail ending she deserves! 🐾❤️

07/05/2024

I am selling some clothes on Vinted to raise funds for our next foster dog Beki who is arriving on 18th May. Feel free to have a browse!

https://www.vinted.co.uk/member/132111191

05/05/2024

We still need to raise almost £300 to ensure Beki can travel in 11 days time otherwise we will have to cancel her transport place. Can you help? Paypal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary

30/04/2024

We are still at £101.36 and need to raise almost £300 more. Any donations will be hugely appreciated.

Her infectious disease tests and bloods have come back normal. So we now have her place reserved on transport. To make sure she has this space secured we need to raise the additional funds. PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary

24/04/2024

23/04/2024

08/05 DONATIONS UPDATE- ONLY £120 left to raise

27/04 DONATIONS UPDATE £101.36. We still need to raise £298.64

🐶🐾🦴24/04 DONATIONS UPDATE £27.78 raised. We still need to find £372.22 to cover her costs. Every donation no matter how little helps

🐾 🐾 Woof woof! Time to meet Beki (travelling to Westerham mid May) the paw-some pup with a heart of gold! 🐶 She's currently living it up in sunny Spain ☀️, but her sights are set on finding her forever home in the UK 🇬🇧. But before she can pack her bags (or lead!), she needs a little help covering her vet bills, disease testing, travel expenses, dental work, and, of course, some tasty treats! 🍖 Our goal? £400 to make Beki's journey as smooth as her wagging tail!

Now, about Beki's age: her passport says she's 5, but we suspect she's got a few more years under her collar. Age is just a number, though, and Beki's got a heart full of love no matter what! 💖 As for her breed, maybe part griffon/petite / bleu Bleu de Gascogne, perhaps even some Sebueso in there too! But one thing's for sure: she's all charm and cuddles!

Even though Beki spent over two years in a pound in Spain 🏠, she hasn't let it dim her spirits one bit! She's playful, friendly, and as sweet as can be. Plus, she's undergone all the necessary vet checks, including testing for Lyme disease, Heartworm, Brucellosis, Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Leishmania! 🦠 And guess what? She's been cat-tested and totally ignored them. What a pro! Check out the videos in the comments section.

Now, Beki does have one little quirk: she's a bit of a foodie and might try to snag a snack off the counter 🍔. But with a little training (and maybe some extra treats!), she'll be a pro in no time. Plus, her dental health is getting a checkup, so she'll have a winning smile to greet you with!

To make Beki's transition even smoother, she'll come with 5 weeks of free insurance with Agria 🎉. And to top it off, she's got lifelong backup from Vilma's Hound Sanctuary 🏡. Donations to support Beki's journey can be sent to PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Ready to welcome Beki into your heart and home? Request an application form at [email protected] and get ready for the snuggles of a lifetime! Let's give Beki the fairy-tail ending she deserves! 🐾❤️

12/04/2024

04/04/2024

🐾 Exciting Update! Another Rescue Mission in Progress! 🐾

We're thrilled to share some heartwarming news with you all. We have been asked to help a golden oldie who has been patiently waiting in a pound in Spain for over two long years.

Meet Beki, a sweet Petite Bleu de Gascogne.
Despite her gentle nature and loving soul, Beki has sadly been overlooked due to her age. But fear not, because we're stepping in to change her story! 🌟

With your generous support, we're bringing Beki to her new foster home here at Vilma’s Hound Sanctuary in Westerham.

Beki is approximately 8 years old and will be undergoing thorough health checks before making the journey to us.

She is already spayed and will be fully vaccinated, ensuring she's in the best health possible.

Thanks to our partnership with Agria, she'll also come with 5 weeks of free insurance!

We will be ensuring Beki is clear of various diseases, including Heartworm, Brucellosis, Ehrlichiosis, Babesiosis, Anaplasmosis, and Leishmania prior to her travel. Additionally, we're arranging for a dental check to ensure she's in top condition before her journey to us.

Once all necessary preparations are completed, Beki can embark on her next chapter, and we need your help to find her the loving home she truly deserves.

To support Beki's journey and the rescue efforts of Vilma’s Hound Sanctuary, we kindly ask for donations. The costs for Beki's release fees, vet fees, blood tests, disease testing, dental care, transport, paperwork, and initial vet check in the UK post-travel amount to approximately £750. We have raised £500 so far via adoption donations and the profit from this month from Doggy Day Care Kent.

Your contributions will directly cover these expenses and help us continue saving more dogs in need. Let's come together to make Beki's dreams of a forever home a reality! 🏡 Every donation, no matter how big or small, makes a world of difference in the lives of these precious animals.To donate and support Beki's journey, please visit PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

Thank you for your unwavering support and compassion. Lydia ’s Hound Sanctuary 🐾

03/04/2024

🐾 🐶 Our Beautiful Lily living her best life in her new forever home with her sister. She is only 6 mins away from us so we can’t wait to see her progress stories over the coming weeks. 🐾

24/03/2024

Updated - A huge thank you all for the donations of beds and towels I’ve received today. It’s really appreciated. 🙏 it should keep us going for a few months. I wish I could take all donations but we have limited storage.

🐾 Calling all animal lovers! 🐾

🌟 Help us provide comfort and care to our furry friends at Vilma's Hound Sanctuary in Westerham 🌟

At Vilma's Hound Sanctuary, we are dedicated to providing a safe haven for dogs in need, giving them a second chance at a happy, healthy life. But we need your help to continue our mission!

We are currently in urgent need of donations to ensure the comfort and well-being of our rescue dogs. Specifically, we are seeking donations of dog beds and towels to create warm and cozy spaces for our pups to rest and recuperate.

🛏️ Beds: We're looking for medium or large sized durable, chew-proof beds that will withstand the playful antics of our energetic rescues. Beds without any choke hazards are crucial for the safety of our dogs. If you have any thin crate liner beds for medium sized crates these would be suitable as well. Please note, we don't crate the dogs as standard, however we do use the crates after dinner time, for time outs or after neutering.

🧺 Towels: Clean, soft towels are invaluable for keeping our dogs clean and dry. Whether it's drying off after a bath or cuddling up for a nap, towels provide comfort and warmth that every dog deserves.

Your donations, no matter how big or small, will make a huge difference in the lives of our rescue dogs. By providing them with a comfortable environment, you're helping to alleviate stress and promote healing as they wait for their forever homes.

If you're able to donate beds or towels, please reach out to us via messenger at Vilma's Hound Sanctuary in Westerham. We can arrange for collection from Westerham, Oxted, and the surrounding villages.

We also welcome monetary donations to support our ongoing efforts to rescue, rehabilitate, and rehome dogs in need. Donations can be made via PayPal at paypal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary

Thank you for your generosity and compassion. Together, we can make a positive impact on the lives of these deserving animals!

With heartfelt gratitude,

Lydia Vilma's Hound Sanctuary

Go to PayPal.Me/vilmashoundsanctuary and enter the amount. It's safer and more secure. Don't have a PayPal account? No problem.

22/03/2024

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

Update on Lily, Our Foster Dog 🐾

🌊 Beach Adventure: Today, Lily had her first walk at the beach, reveling in the sand and surf!

🐶 Personality:Lily is a sociable sweetheart who loves playtime and one-on-one attention. She also met children and was perfect!

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

🏡 Forever Home: Lily is seeking a loving family to call her own. We're offering a month of free daycare to help with her transition.

💰 Support Lily: If you can't adopt but want to help, donations are welcome via PayPal. PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary

👫🐕 Compatibility: Lily is friendly with people and dogs alike, making her the perfect companion.

Let's find Lily the loving home she deserves! Contact us for an application if you're interested. 🐾❤️

20/03/2024

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

🐾 **Update on Lily, Our Foster Dog** 🐾

We're thrilled to share an update on Lily, our lovable foster dog! Despite her gentle nature and charming personality, Lily has only received one inquiry so far. We believe she's the perfect companion for the right family!

🩺 **Health Update:** Lily received a clean bill of health from the vet just yesterday. She's in top-notch condition and ready to bring joy into her forever home.

🐶 **Personality:** Lily is a sociable sweetheart who adores playtime. She thrives on one-on-one interaction with her owner and is fully housetrained, making her an ideal addition to any loving home.

👫🐕 **Compatibility:** Lily gets along famously with both people and other dogs. She's always up for a game and loves nothing more than making new friends.

🏡 **Forever Home:** Lily longs for a place to call her own. To help her transition smoothly into her new environment, we're offering a month of free doggy day care at Doggy Day Care Kent for anyone local to Westerham or Oxted who adopts her.

🤝 **Support Lily:** If you can't provide Lily with a forever home but would like to contribute to her care costs while she's in foster, you can make a donation via PayPal.me/ vilmashoundsanctuary. Every little bit helps!

Let's find Lily the loving home she deserves! If you're interested in adopting her or know someone who might be, please get in touch - [email protected]

Together, we can make sure Lily finds her perfect match. Thank you for your support! 🐾❤️

Casa de Griffon

17/03/2024

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

🐾🏠 **Calling All Dog Lovers!** 🏠🐾

🌟 Meet Lily, our newest furry friend who has just arrived at our rescue. A heartfelt thank you to Roger & Linda for ensuring her safe journey to us, as well as a big shoutout to Alex Kaiser Transport for safely transporting her from Spain to the UK. Lily is an absolute gem – sweet, confident, and ready to charm her way into your heart!

🐶 Lily is the adorable one you can see in the video, playfully being chased by her foster sisters. She will undergo thorough behavioural testing in the near future and will soon be vet-checked to ensure she's in top shape for her forever home.

🩺 Lily comes fully prepared for her forever home! She is microchipped, vaccinated, spayed, and disease-tested on 1st March. The results confirm she's negative for heartworm, Ehrlichia parasites, canine anaplasmosis, Leishmania, Babesia, and Brucellosis. She will also come with 5 weeks free insurance from Agria.

🏡 Are you or someone you know ready to welcome Lily into your home? If so, please don't hesitate to reach out to us for an application form. We conduct home checks and carefully assess all applications to ensure our dogs find the perfect match.

🛡️ To give Lily and future dogs the best start in their new lives, we ask for a minimum donation of £400 (we have to fundraise £750 just to get her ready and to us here in Westerham). Every penny goes towards covering their expenses and enables us to continue our mission of helping dogs in need. We operate on a not-for-profit basis, with transparency and dedication at the core of everything we do.

🙏 Your support means the world to us. Whether you're considering adoption or simply want to contribute to Lily's ongoing care and the welfare of future dogs, donations are gratefully accepted via PayPal at PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary.

🌟 Together, we can make a difference in the lives of these deserving animals. Thank you for opening your hearts and homes to dogs like Lily. Let's give them the love and care they deserve!

16/03/2024

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

Exciting news! Lily is making her way from sunny Spain to charming Westerham! Can't wait to meet her and introduce her to our other dogs!

13/03/2024

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

🐾 Update on Lily, our foster dog! 🐾

This weekend, Lily lent a paw to volunteers by helping paint the sanctuary she's currently staying in Spain, before her journey to Westerham, UK this coming weekend. She's gearing up for adoption by the end of March, pending health and behaviour tests to ensure she's ready for her forever home. Could you be the one to offer Lily a loving home? An application form and home check are required prior to adoption. Lily will also come with 5 weeks of free insurance from Agria.

If you're unable to adopt but still want to help, donations for Lily's food costs and vet checks in the UK can be made via PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary. Every bit counts towards giving Lily the care she deserves! 🐶💕

Casa de Griffon

09/03/2024

**UPDATE - LILY IS NOW RESERVED PENDING SUCCESSFUL MEET & GREET***

🐾🏡 Exciting News Alert! 🏡🐾

Hey everyone! We have some paws-itively wonderful news to share! 🎉 Our adorable foster dog, Lily, will be arriving next weekend in Westerham and she'll be ready for adoption! 🐶💕

Lily is a young and petite blue de Gascogne with the sweetest nature you'll ever encounter. While she might be a bit shy around men at first, her confidence blossoms with a little love and patience. 🌸 During her two-week stay with us, we'll be getting to know her better through a behavioural assessment.

If you've been thinking about adding a furry friend to your family, Lily could be the perfect match for you! But remember, before Lily goes to her new forever home, we'll need to complete an adoption form and a home check. Plus, she'll come with 5 weeks of insurance with Agria to ensure she's protected and well-cared for. 🏠💖

Help us spread the word and let's find Lily the loving home she deserves! If you're interested or know someone who might be, don't hesitate to reach out. Let's make Lily's adoption journey a tail-wagging success! 🐾✨

04/02/2024

***ADOPTED***

🐾🏡 Our foster girl Silvia is soaking up all the love and warmth in our foster home, cuddled up by the fire. But her heart is already dreaming of her forever home with a family to call her own. Could that family be you? Your support, whether through donations or spreading the word, helps us ensure Silvia and other dogs like her get the care they deserve. Together, let's make Silvia's dreams come true! 💕 Donations towards Silvia’s care are welcome at PayPal.me/vilmashoundsanctuary. Thank you for your kindness!

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