Toy Poodle Rescue

05/18/2023

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05/18/2023

We have decided to move from the page to the New group. Look us up on Facebook, this is what the page looks like. We look forward to connecting with old and new supporters with lots of pictures, news and educational ’stuff’. Also can’t wait to connect with our adopters.

05/18/2023

So yesterday we were contacted on Facebook message by this young girl who asked if we would take some dogs from Korea!
I get so angry when these so called rescuers push their ‘in the minute’ life phases onto others. It’s like dealing with a teenager who has the focus of a flea. So this is the girl who contacted us: Simona Shion Sonozaki | Facebook and when I pointed out that not only do we have shelter and puppy mill dogs dying daily in the USA, but I will never do anything that breaks the law by importing dogs the way they are brought into the USA with people flying into the US and pretending the dog is theirs and handing it over once through customs. If you go down her page you can see a post that asks for volunteers to do exactly that! It is ILLEGAL!!!!! Also currently there is this mandate in place;
Bringing a Dog into the United States | Bringing an Animal into U.S. | Importation | CDC
So instead of letting this go, she becomes abusive! So understand, we contact no-one, we mind our own business and this girl contacts us out of the blue and if we don’t agree to take in some dogs we get attacked for saying NO! This is how stupid these people are, they continue to allow these idiots to so called ‘help’ with the movement of saving dog meat trade and puppy mill dogs. Here is the best, this little trollup left Korea two months ago and went to live in Slovakia! Now wouldn’t you think that if you are so committed to saving Korean dogs you would stay with feet on the ground to fulfil that commitment, because I have not heard of an issue with the dog meat trade in Slovakia! Funny how people attack others but can choose when and how to do so called ‘rescue’ themselves.
So I contacted the organization that she was ‘working’ for and you can see the response in the next post tomorrow as it is too long a post.
Comments? Behave or banned.

12/14/2021

I need everyone to be aware that scammers are everywhere. So what they are doing is replying to anyone who posts on ours and every dog page saying they would like to adopt our dog or a dog in their area. The scammer replies to their post with a link of Poodles/small dogs for sale or adoption. Most of the posts are done during the night so we don't have a chance to delete them quickly. We do remove them but anyone who follows us will receive the posts by email. DO NOT RESPOND, it is a SCAM. No one who legitimately has adoptable dogs or breeders with dogs for sale do not ambush other pages. So be very careful, we have no way of controlling this or we have to block comments which defeats the purpose of an interactive page. We will be rectifying this in the New Year, but these SCAMS are becoming more prevalent and a total pain as we constantly have to remove them. So please be careful.

12/06/2021

So here we go again! The calls for Christmas presents has ramped up. Dogs/pets are not Christmas gifts! It's so frustrating when people 'shop' with their eyes and if we have a young cute dog, which we do right now, I am going to be verbally abused when I have to say NO!
People want what they want and how dare we say that this dog would not be the right match for their circumstances! If you want to crate one of our dogs for hours while you are at work......NO. If you want to put our small dogs in daycare.....NO. If you want to strap on an electric collar to shock them.......NO. If you haven't taken the time to understand we are no a shelter.......NO. If you want to buy a dog from us.......NO.
If you haven't taken the time to understand and find out what Intgrative care is........NO. If you want us to accept whatever YOU want to do with our dog, no matter our approach.......NO. When you are dishonest and we know it.......NO.
If you call us and then call back pretending you have not spoken to us.......HELL NO! Duh we have caller ID!
So don't waste ours or your time!
These dogs should never be gifts, they are beating hearts that can beat for possibly 20+ years. They are a commitment, of love, hard work, finances, tears, happy times and very sad. They can make your world be wonderful and the bottom fall out when we lose them. That is not something you get for a Holiday, that is a commitment for their lifetime.
I'm sick of hearing it looks just like my old dog, IT IS NOT and can never be and it's job should not be to replace your old dog, as it will always be a let down. They should not be given the job to replace, they should be allowed to be who they are and loved for it. So please don't call and get upset when we have to say NO, as that is our job. We work for the wellbeing of the dog everytime and we know our dogs and their needs.

11/24/2021

We want to wish everyone a Poodely and Happy Thanksgiving filled with family, food, doggies and kind hearts. This is a wonderful time to be thankful for everything you have and to give a little back to the less fortunate. Kindness to others will make you feel so good.
I am so very thankful for my family and my dogs. What are you thankful for?

11/07/2021

10/28/2021

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Let’s start this off by saying DON’T PUT ANYTHING IN OR ON YOUR DOG WITHOUT RESEARCHING IT YOURSELF. THAT INCLUDES FOOD, VACCINES, HEARTWORM MEDICATION, FLEA AND TICK APPLICATIONS/MEDICATIONS AND MEDICATION IN GENERAL. NOTHING SHOULD GO IN OR ON YOUR DOG THAT YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT.
Do you know that most Veterinarians have no clue about vaccines, nutrition and toxic products such as heartworm and flea and tick side effects. Sadly it’s true and what bothers me the most is they can go and learn but don’t! Would it shock you to know that Vets in training usually have a 2 hour course on nutrition which is usually given by an outside source like Science Diet or Royal Canine. So of course do you think those companies are pushing other products…..LOL that would be the day! So they ‘sell’ the fact that both of these companies have a ‘prescription’ diet that can ONLY be purchased from the vet. Right away you have to understand the problem here. Are they making foods that will help your pet or the pockets of everyone in the conspiracy. Food company makes an agreement that their wonderful prescription diet will only be able to be purchased at the Vet. The Vet buys it in at wholesale cost and then agrees to sell it at a certain price (so Vets don’t undersell each other) and it has a hefty markup so the Vet makes money. So along with lack of education about GOOD nutrition, the blinders to sell the products who taught them about nutrition and the incentive to make money as well, now how convinced are you that your Vet knows about Good nutrition and has the best wellbeing of your dog? READ LABELS!!!!!

Do you know how dogs get heartworm? If your answer is NO, then you should and someone should have educated you when you were purchasing it at your Vet visit. You cannot protect your dog if you don’t know.

Heartworm is contracted from mosquitos, BUT……. It is ONLY a certain breed of mosquito, it has to be at least 65* degrees for it to be active, ONLY females carry the larvae and the mosquito has to have gone and bitten a heartworm positive dog prior! So ALL those moons have to be aligned.

So how does heartworm work? ANYTHING that kills a worm, flea, tick and insects is a pesticide that is POISON.
You give a chew or pill every month, so if your dog is 10lb and the chew is up to 25lbs you are over medicating the dog! But again like vaccines, over medicating is not a concern in the Veterinary world! I have heard ALL the excuses, in the chew, it’s like, well you can’t give less because you don’t know that the medication is distributed evenly and by cutting it you don’t know exactly how much medication your dog is getting. SMH! Mosquitos are not weighing your dog and I have yet to see a chubby mosquito? As long as there enough medication (POISON) in the dogs system (blood stream), for its weight, it will work!
So heartworm is location and commitment specific. I would NEVER tell someone not to give heartworm!
TPR is located in New England, we get the four seasons here, so in winter we do not have the worry of mosquitos as much and as long as you are committed to spraying your dog then you can make the decision only to do heartworm in warm/hot months, so the dog gets a break, OR not at all.
So you give heartworm medication, what do mosquitos eat? BLOOD! So the heartworm medication goes into the blood stream, the mosquito bites the dog transferring the larvae to the dog, there is enough POISON now in the dogs blood stream to KILL the larvae so it does not grow into an adult worm.
So understand, your dog actually gets heartworm and you give the medication to kill the larvae, and because you caught it at the larvae stage and does not grown into an adult worm, your dog tests negative when tested!
OK so now lets give you a awe, awe moment. Have you ever seen a veterinarian running through the woods dishing out heartworm medication or putting drops on the back of the neck or strapping on collars to coyotes, fisher cats and foxes? Well how come we don’t see them dead on the side of the road (or anywhere) or limping around with Lyme disease? Well it’s because they live in the wild and know how to adjust to their environment. They brush up against plant material to get the oils and sap on them and then they self-groom to distribute it through their fur. If you do see a wild animal they are not walking around itching and scratching!
So my question is, what chew/pill do you take every month for mosquito borne diseases like, Triple E, West Nile Virus or Zika? That effect humans? The answer is you don’t, you are encouraged to use a spray and long sleeved shirts and pants to have less skin exposure. So if we can be vigilant and spray why would that not work for our dogs? The only thing you need is the commitment to do it. Go down to the bottom of the post to see what we use.
Here is a link to learn EVERYTHING about heartworm: https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/dont-give-dogs-heartworm-meds-shouldnt-either/

Here is a link to learn EVERYTHING about toxic flea and tick products: https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/new-fda-warning-about-flea-and-tick-medications/

Here is a link about Core and Non-core vaccines: https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/which-dog-vaccines-are-necessary/

SO IMPORTANT that you understand what is INFORMED CONSENT, It is the most important thing I can tell you. YOU need to get educated about what YOUR dog actually needs rather than what the Vet wants to give them. https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/why-vets-are-getting-away-with-murder/

Top 10 mistakes dog owners make: https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/top-10-mistakes-dog-owners-make/

Products we use (all of our rescue dogs go home with a spray, we receive nothing in return for promoting a product, it is because we believe in them)
www.wondercide.com

https://www.coventrybodycare.com/product/ticked-pure-rose-geranium-essential-oil/

We spray Wondercide into the cup of our hands and add two drops of Rose Geranium oil, rub the hands together and then rub all over your dog. Then rub on you and a mosquito, flea or tick will be running in the opposite direction. Be sensible, keep out of long grass, wooded areas and treat your yard with all natural spray. Wondercide have products that attach to your hose to treat your lawn.
When your dog comes in from outside use a sticky lint roller to go over to check nothing has dropped or is walking on them. Always check your dog after being outside.
www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com is a wonderful resource for anything to do with a less is more approach to pet care.

I take the time to write these posts to educate people on what they should know to keep their dogs healthy and not rely on a Veterinarian who has to make money off your dog. We posted from a Veterinarians standpoint yesterday on conventional versus integrative approaches to Vet care. Today we addressed the products that are sold. We have over 13,000 followers and if you are ONLY here for cute Poodle pictures you are in the wrong place! If you don’t care about a holistic/integrative approach to dog care please UNSUBSCRIBE. Thank you.

10/27/2021

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Is this the turn around? Will pet owners correlate the reduced size of the Covid vaccine for children to size of vaccine for their dogs?
Currently if your dog is 2lbs or 250lbs ALL dogs get the same amount of vaccines IT IS NOT BY WEIGHT IT IS ONE SIZE FITS ALL.
Pet owners think this is the Veterinarians choice, it is not. All vaccine sizes are determined by the pharmaceutical companies. The Veterinarian is purely the (quiet) middle man.
What people have to understand is the vaccines have to go through trials, which are very expensive and take a long time. So if people started revolting and MADE the pharmaceutical companies do the trials for less volume vaccines for smaller pets ONLY then will something change. Why would they? Do you see Veterinarians refusing to give a 2lb dog enough vaccine for a 250lb dog? Well to be fair there was one, his name is Dr. Robb from Newtown CT. He refused and his license was suspended for it!
https://youtu.be/DqJnntTHIDo

If you do nothing else, you MUST watch these videos to learn about what YOUR DOG ACTUALLY NEEDS rather than what Veterinarians want to do and give them. You MUST advocate for your pet, YOU love your pet, not the pharmaceutical company who is dictating what to inject into your 2lb or 250lb pet. Veterinarians who are uneducated just follow like sheep and do as they are told by the Pharma companies whose ONLY concern is MONEY.
Go watch and learn and be the owner your dog wants you to be for their health and longevity.
https://youtu.be/PlO-ZKQIhjc

Here is the list of Veterinarians who subscribe to a less is more approach. Scroll down to see states.
https://www.protectthepets.com/ptp-vets.html

10/26/2021

I was sent this by one of our adopters, who gets that whatever you put on or in your dog impacts their life expectancy if it is a carcinogen and toxic.
I banned three people after the previous post, who just ran in a totally opposite and ridiculous direction of what the post was about. I have given up trying to explain, because the reality is they just want to cause trouble. If their dog did not live past 14, they take that personally and lash out. Instead of looking at the information and video and internalizing what integrative Vets are saying, and changing behavior patterns, they want to blame everyone else. They don’t get mad at the Vet that sold them the toxic products or over vaccinated their 10lb dog!
This post says it all, I have a 21 year old, blind now, but sees with the nose and can find me anywhere. Knows what time of the day it is, either breakfast or dinner time. Loves to snuggle and be held and gently rocked. In return I feed a home cooked diet, bottled and distilled water. Multi vitamins along with immune support and fresh treats. I buy raw goats milk from the farm we buy our eggs and my grocery list today had so much fruit, veggies and yogurt on. Anyone can do a less is more approach and I’m always willing to help anyone who is respectful. I don’t have to take the time to do these posts. I do them because I want every dog living out their natural life. If I can do it for my dogs, so can everyone. Be kind to your dogs and people trying to help. If you don’t agree walk away, you don’t have to kick someone for pointing out a different path, where you will get to a different place.

10/22/2021

This is Mochi, he is available for adoption and we have been receiving applications for him, here is the saddest thing. For every application we have received from people, not one of the peoples previous dogs have lived more than 14 years old and many are not even in the teen numbers! It’s an epidemic of dogs dying too young. So go watch the video and I’ve done a print up to put on your fridge of healthy treats and the vitamins and how it helps certain health issues.

Go watch this video to learn about everything dog and cat health and what your Vet is not telling you!
https://youtu.be/84RLMs4BHSo

Which vitamins do dogs need to stay healthy?
Let’s dive into what dogs require. If your dog is suffering from a vitamin deficiency, it could be because they aren’t eating enough food to get as many vitamins as they need. Your dog could also just be naturally deficient and need a little extra boost. Dogs need the following vitamins to maintain their health.
· Vitamin A. Similar to its effects on people, Vitamin A is good for skin and eye health. It also promotes weight loss.
· B vitamins. B Vitamins is a category that includes biotin, folate, niacin, pantothenic acid, riboflavin, thiamine, B-6, B-12, and Choline. B vitamins are good for healthy cell growth and cell maintenance. One thing to note here is that choline is not technically a vitamin (or a mineral), it shares similar effects with B vitamins.
· Vitamin C. This one won’t surprise you. Vitamin C supports the immune system.
· Vitamin D. That good old’ vitamin D is great for keeping those bones and teeth nice and strong.
· Vitamin E. For eyes and skin health, vitamin E is most important.
Common symptoms that vitamins and supplements can help
I’ve compiled a list of the most common canine afflictions along with what vitamins and supplements can be effective in treating these doggie issues.

Joint issues and arthritis. Glucosamine help relieve joint pain. If your pup has arthritis, your vet has likely already prescribed a supplement to help with the aches and pains. The combination of glucosamine and chondroitin is common, too.
Urinary issues. It’s glucosamine to the rescue, again! Glucosamine has protective effects inside the small intestines and urinary bladder. It is great for dogs (and kitties!) with recurring UTIs.
Itching and coat issues. Omega-3 fatty acids like fish oil or flaxseed oil can help improve skin and coat health.
Anxiety. Probiotics and even cannabinoid products like CBD can be used to help a stressed-out dog relax.
Diarrhea & other digestive problems. Probiotics are often used to treat upset doggie tummies. Fiber-rich treats might also help.
Memory loss. Antioxidants including vitamin A and vitamin E might help doggie brain function in senior dogs.

For a quick reference guide, here are some delicious ‘people foods’ that are healthy for your dog. Just remember to be moderate when feeding your dog these tasty snacks. So as to not get any upset tummies.

· Carrots. Bite into a delicious carrot and split it with your dog for a crunch of Vitamin A. Par boil if won’t eat raw, or put a little peanut butter on.

· Apples. An apple a day is full of Vitamin A (and Vitamin C).
· Salmon. This fish is swimming with omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin B.
· Blueberries. Don’t be blue and worry about vitamin C and antioxidants. Pop a couple of blueberries!
· Sweet potatoes. This tuber roots for proper consumption of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and B6. Sweet potatoes should always be served soft/boiled.
· Bananas. Your dog will go bananas for all the magnesium and potassium in this treat.
· Watermelon. Along with a nice dose of hydration, this vine-grown treat is chock full of Vitamin A and B-6. Watermelons should be served without seeds and rinds to avoid the potential for choking.
· Cucumbers. Sure ‘cucumber starts with a c’, but it’s full of vitamin K.
· Green beans. This type of bean really is magical. Green beans are a great source of calcium, iron, and vitamin K.

Superfoods that are the healthiest super snacks for your dog
Bananas. Peeled bananas are a great option for your dog because they are high in healthy nutrients like potassium, fiber, and vitamins. Just be sure not to overdo it, as they do also contain sugar like most fruits.
Green beans. As long as they are plain, green beans in any form are a great treat for your dog. They are high in vitamins while being low in calories. We should all jump on the green bean bandwagon! Just make sure that the pods are soft, so your dog doesn’t have a hard time digesting them.
Blueberries. Loaded with healthy vitamins, blueberries are an ideal snack for your pooch. It’s also handy that they are pre-packaged in the right size as a tiny little ball of healthy deliciousness. Instead of giving your pup a dog treat, toss her a blueberry. She’ll be doing tricks for blueberries in no time! Cut in half to avoid chocking with tiny dogs.
Lean meats. Lean meats are high in protein and amino acids. Whitefish is a great option, too. Most small dogs are allergic to chicken and get very itchy.
Cooked salmon. Salmon is super high in omega-3 fatty acids and is a great way to add fish oil into your dog’s diet without having to give your pup a smelly pill. Fish oil is great for helping boost your dog’s immune system and skin health. H**p oil also.
Sweet potatoes. You hear about sweet potatoes amongst dog people in the know, and there are a few good reasons why. They are high in fiber and contain cancer-fighting antioxidants. They are good as a treat once in a while, however, and not as a replacement for the bulk of a dog’s diet.
Pumpkin. Pumpkin is a great source of fiber and nutrients, and a good staple to keep around in case your dog ever suffers from constipation and diarrhea. Just be sure to buy the plain pumpkin if you’re purchasing it canned, and be sure not to overfeed it to your dog, feed your dog one to four teaspoons of pureed pumpkin in his food. Always start with a smaller amount to see how your dog handles it.
Cooked egg whites. High in amino acids and protein, egg whites are a great healthy treat for your pup. They also have a lot of beneficial vitamins and minerals. Bonus: Eggs are easy on the digestive tract, so if your dog is in recovery, cook up some eggs! However, remember that egg yolks are high in fat and cholesterol, so it’s better to just use the whites because too much fat and cholesterol consumption increases your pup’s risk of pancreatitis.
Apples. Seeded and cored apples contain lots of fiber, and the crunch factor helps clean dogs’ teeth. They’re an ideal treat supplement or replacement if you’re concerned that your dog is getting too many doggy cookies.
A note about lean ground beef: While it has “lean” in the name, lean ground beef is not entirely fat-free; it actually still has some fat mixed in, so it is bad for dogs who are at risk of pancreatitis. Keep in mind that too much fat is bad for any dog — because it can lead to pancreatitis.

Poison control info:
Pet Poison Helpline: 855-764-7611
ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center Helpline: 888-426-4435

10/18/2021

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This is Lucy, she is a 4 month old, 4lb female Maltese who has double Luxating Patella’s. So both of her rear knee caps are not in the right position not allowing her to bend her knees properly, hence the hopping and weaving. It is totally repairable and she will live a long, happy and normal life once we repair them. She has no idea anything is wrong with her, as she has known no difference.
We are looking for a foster home or foster to adopt home, who will take Lucy to her surgery appointments and physio/water therapy appointments, it will be over several months. Then she will be spayed. We pay for everything and the only thing the adopter pays is an adoption fee upon adopting her.
Lucy is a typical puppy, she wants to play and chew and chase(which needs to be restricted). She loves to be held and carried around, she has a very sweet personality.
To foster you must live within 20 miles of Dover MA and be prepared to take Lucy to doctor and therapy appointments and do coached therapy at home. Have an area to be outside with her and no dogs bigger than 10lbs in the home that are also spayed and neutered. No dog parks or other dog populated areas due to her not being spayed.
To adopt only, you need to live within 75 miles miles of Dover, MA and take a holistic approach to vet care and nutrition of real human grade food. Everything else as fostering her. No children as she is currently only 4lbs. So only children 18+.
We cannot make exceptions to our requirements for Fostering or Adopting. Please be Covid vaccinated with proof so you may go into facilities with Lucy, as we never separate from our dogs. Thank you.
Please call: 508-533-8251 with any questions. 8am-8pm ONLY

10/16/2021

*update* Leo has been placed by his breeder!
Leo comes from a long line of champion sires featuring some of the most recognized show lines in the country. Leo’s sire is the son of Ch bailiwick believe it or not. Call name Ripley, Ripley was featured in poodle variety recognizing that he was AKC’s TOP TOY MALE POODLE IN THE COUNTRY for both the year 2015 and 2016.

Leo’s temperament is very sweet, he is crate trained with the assistance of his snuggle pup he sleeps through the night in his crate. Leo is 95% potty trained at his young age to a puppy pad and Leo is sweetness itself

10/10/2021

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10/07/2021

Hello, hello, hello is anyone there. My name is Leo, like the lion because I’m brave plus my mane of thick curly hair. Everyone keeps saying I’m cute, and then covers me in sloppy kisses yuk!
I love lots of things like food, cookies, other doggies, toys and playing. I’m not allowed to play too hard as my heart has to grow more first and get stronger. I have no clue what they are talking about, I can tear it up with the rest of them roar. I’m a puppy, 3 1/2 months old. I will have to see a cardiologist on a regular basis, probably because my heart is so full of love and take medication probably to make sure I don’t catch something from all those sloppy kisses yuk.
You just need to have a heart as big as mine to take me on and love me. You can call Toy Poodle Rescue: Tel: 508-533-8251
This post was written by the rescue lady, she told me to say that in case you thought I did it, silly, I can’t spell yet. She also doesn’t know my relatives like Uncle Arthur and Aunt Ginny, they drink a little and have been known to steal treats and toys, crate jail is just around the corner for them but shhh we don’t talk about them. Bye.
There is no adoption fee for Leo. He is a special needs baby.

10/05/2021

Here is the puppy!
Phone call enquiries ONLY Tel: 508-533-8251

Birthdate. June 23, 2021 3 1/2 months old

Leo comes from a long line of champion sires featuring some of the most recognized show lines in his linage. His relative was featured in poodle variety recognizing that he was AKC’s TOP TOY MALE POODLE IN THE COUNTRY.

Leo’s temperament is very sweet, he is crate trained with the assistance of his snuggle pup he sleeps through the night in his crate. Leo is 95% potty trained at his young age to a puppy pad and Leo is sweetness itself

Leo has been home raised and socialized in the family home. Everyone loves Leo.

OK that is Leo the lions bloodline, he is with his breeder who contacted me because Leo has a serious heart condition. It is not repairable while he is a puppy if at all, but I think Leo deserves a chance at life and to be loved by his human for how ever long that will be.
Leo need a quiet, peaceful home where he can sit on a lap and just wander outside to a yard. No exercise, so there is no stress on his heart.
Leo has had an ultrasound and an EKG and will start medication and we will know the cost of that soon. Our hope is that with the medication and great supplements and good food his heart will get stronger. We do have the medical reports and diagnosis.
Leo is a special needs dog and needs a human that wants to give him a chance and understands his condition. There is no adoption fee for Leo.

09/29/2021

This is Zelda on Sunday at an agility tournament. She was adopted from TPR at 8 months old, she is now 8 years old and 5lbs and still has this amount of energy.
I state this because I have received so many enquiries and applications for Mochi (previous post) from many people in their advanced senior years.
So I want people to see Zelda, who is still so very active at 8 years old, who lives to do this, not be shut in a house, go for controlled leash walks and become a couch potato. Let the older dogs do that, please let these dogs have this life, stop being selfish, the older dogs really need older people. Or go and buy a puppy and let the breeders sell you their dogs. My job is to give Mochi the best life, adopting him to his LAST home (next home will be his 4th, and he’s still only 20 months). I hear the proverbial “well you’re discriminating against my age, no more than you are discriminating against an older dogs age……! Go buy a puppy, most breeders don’t care, I care! I want Zelda’s life for every dog, if they want it, but to not be able to offer a young dog the option to run fast, jump high, or just chase a ball and to hopefully live out its life and senior years when they need their human the most in the same home. So when their eyesight is going, or the stairs are hard to do, they are not having to navigate a new home and new people, with new smells and new rules. THAT is my job! You know how many dogs I’ve taken in where when the elderly owner passed and the family wasted not one minute getting rid of the dog that they had promised to care for! I will always do relative age adoptions, right for the human and right for the dog! My conscience is clear and I don’t have to worry one of my dogs will be dropped off at a shelter.
So to the man who was so nasty and a bully today, I’m British, I don’t cave to threats and attacks on my character, get in line. The dog and it’s wellbeing always comes first.