Forever Furries

10/27/2024

Conty & Goose having a lazy Sunday evening 💕

09/14/2024

08/21/2024

Hi all,

I hope you are all safe - and aware, how much of a luxury that is.

I am hesitant to put up this post. Not the photos of the Shepherd's Hut for live-in volunteers yet, but a post asking for regular (more or less) local volunteers (again).

The problem is, I am so exhausted and have to work such long hours that I am not really able to meet anyone, to show around, introduce, explain. Of course it is expected for me to make the time, somehow - but I can only do that when there is a very good chance of the people actually coming back, and more than once, regularly. I literally have nothing left to put in, anything I have to do on top of the already murderous workload comes with an impossible price.

But, if you resonate with what all of this is about, if you would like to become part of 'Team Heartstone', if you are looking for community, for putting veganism and, better even, animal rights, into action, for turning non-killing into actual saving (and not just the theory/potentiality of it); or if you are interested in veganic food growing and planning and planting a food (and feed) forest; or in the concept and practice of vegan rewilding aka v-wilding, then please do get in touch. And if I don't respond, please don't give up the first time; it is most likely I simply haven't seen your message.

Thank you! 🌱🕊🍃

07/09/2024

Shout out to my newest followers! Excited to have you onboard! Heather Morton, Marie Polycarpe, Nanou Mary 😻

04/29/2024

Missing from Waterford Guinness Brewery/ Portree Area. Urgent as needs ongoing medical treatment ⚠️

12/30/2023

https://www.facebook.com/100064737758809/posts/768397518661500/

12/05/2023

Be kind! It’s cold out there! 🥶 🐶 Bring them in!

11/29/2023

As silly season approaches, here comes my annual PSA accompanied by a puppy mill survivor story. For the love of DOG

11/27/2023

UPDATE: NOW REHOMED

‼️FOUND‼️
This dog was found in Carlow and came into our care today, not microchipped. If you are the owner please contact us on 0599726785
Proof of ownership, reclaim fee, microchip fee and dog licence required to reclaim

11/27/2023

Is anyone missing this baby?
This is the little kitten was found at head of Fourmilehouse road out of Strokestown at 1.30pm today.
Has to be someone's pet she's so tame, and hungry but too young to be away from her mother. Call us on 087 050 5594.

11/27/2023

.....and the greeders stop!!

11/27/2023

!!Missing!!

This is McGyver; he is 9 years old & has been missing from his home in the Croghtenclogh / Crettyard area of Carlow since June 10th this year.

McGyver is neutered and microchipped; he suffers from a urinary disorder also and is on a special diet. Maybe he accidentally hitched a lift to Kilkenny? - he was wearing a red collar with a disc when he went missing, with the owner's name & contact details.

Please, if you think you have seen McGyver do call us immediately on 056 777 1635. You could also bring him to a vet who'll check him for a microchip free of charge.

McGyver's owner is still hoping someone may have him, so please do keep an eye out for him, or if you have any info which you may think useful, please call us as well. Thank you. Ref # 1277166. DAFM Reg No. JPT200002C.

11/27/2023

This little dog was found in Castlebridge on Friday, no collar and no microchip, Please contact Wexford Council Council dog warden on 0876293043.

11/27/2023

11/27/2023

Too much too soon WILL cause issues.
It is a really common occurrence with newly adopted dogs.
Congratulations on your new dog.
I know you want to take them to the beach, the pet store and your café....however can I ask for a few minutes so I can explain just what your dog has gone through.....and why you need to take the next few weeks SLOW.
Your new dog has had it's whole world turned upside down.
They don't know you.
They don't know if they can trust you.
They don't know if they are with you for an hour or forever.
They may have been in various scary places.
Other houses, rescues, the pound and likely ALL of these in the past few days or weeks.
Your dog has stress hormones surging through their brain, they are STRESSED....they need to decompress, they need STABILITY in their environment and from you.
They need time with you and their new environment.
They need to know that the tree outside may rustle against the house and that's OK.
They need to know that those normal creaky noises in your house are OK and that at 3.45 the neighbours bang their door shut.
They need to know when it rains that tapping sound is OK.
They need to know that when the door opens they won't be moved somewhere else again.
They need to trust that YOU are safe even when you have had a bad day, you will still give them food and that they can close their eyes around you.
You know what your good intentions are with your new dog, your dog however has NO idea what is happening.....only that everything has changed and it is scary.
They do NOT need other new environments yet. Take it SLOW.
Dogs that have just been adopted need TIME. There is no need to rush out the next day and take them to all the places you want to go with them.....They need the opposite.
Let them decompress, let them inspect a new area of your house or yard every day or two. Walk them up and down outside your house for a few days (and only there), let them sniff, and sniff some more. Let them p*e freely.....it may be boring for you, but not for your dog. They need to know what is happening around them and they learn that through their nose, eyes and ears.
They NEED this.
They need to learn to TRUST you.
The long walks can wait, the café will still be there in a few weeks and you can visit the pet shop alone until they are ready.
Your bond together is the MOST important thing to concentrate on right now.
You will never regret taking it slow and it can save your dog and yourself from making the very same mistakes that can lead to people rehoming in the first place.
All the very best with your new dog.
(Photo: Lad Bible - for tax)

11/19/2023

Save the Critically Endangered Bilberry Goats in Waterford, Ireland From Extinction