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  • 3.5 yr old Huntaway

      13 June 2025
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    ✅️ CONFIRMED!

    👉 Foster carers have been secured

    👉 Surgery is scheduled for next Thursday

    We need help raising funds for True's surgery, estimated $3,300.

    True is a 3.5 year old Huntaway, she was stood on by a cow, badly injuring her ankle which requires Partial Tarsal Arthrodesis (fusing the 2 lower joints in her ankle). Requires a recovery time of 3 months.

    Any donations towards True's surgery is very greatly appreciated.

    🩷 Thank you so much....

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  • Help Needed

      8 May 2025
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    Just under 5 years ago a young Beardie called Rae was needing somewhere to go urgently. She'd been on a farm and had been passed around a bit. She was said to be aggressive. We wanted to help and needed to get her into our care.

    A couple with Beardie experience kindly offered to foster her - this was the lifeline she so desperately needed. With time, proper care and handling this gorgeous girl (now called Ginny) came out of her shell and started to settle and thrive. Ginny found her forever home with her foster carers.

    Latest update:

    "Ginny is an amazing family member. Rehabilitated from being very fearful around people to now being such a loveable dog who is great with kids. Running and exercise has been a big part of her mental rehabilitation.

    Very sadly last week she suffered a cruciate ligament rupture..."

    Ginny's carers are devastated and after exhausting all other options, have reached out to us for help. Ginny needs surgery.

    We have been given an estimate of $2,800 to $3,100 for this.

    Together as a team we want to make this happen. (Please no judgements.)

    Any amount of donation is really appreciated. Thank you.... very much.

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  • Tui - recovery

      20 April 2025

    2 days since Tui had FHO surgery after falling off a cliff and breaking his hip. Grateful thanks to supporters and foster carer. ❤️

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  • Tui, 2 year old Vizsla/Beardie mix

      16 April 2025
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    Tui was surrendered to a Vet clinic. He had an awful accident, went over a cliff and broke his hip.

    He is having FHO surgery tomorrow, cost $1-$1.5k. He will recover in foster care and then go up for adoption to the best suited home.

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  • Crystal - before/after

      1 April 2025
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    12 yr old Pomeranian. Used for breeding, had a pup last year, arrived very sore from a dog bite, unkept matted fur and needing dental. Had 5 extractions and was spayed (approx $1k). Now in foster in Christchurch. Sweet wee soul. 💕

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  • Rosie

      1 April 2025
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    💜 This is dear wee Rosie (picture from her Timaru foster carer), a 10 year old Griffon x Shih Tzu who came into our care from a Vet clinic Monday last week. She's had bloods, was a bit anemic due to flea infestation. She's booked for a spay and a much needed dental next week, cost estimated $1,000.

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    • 17/04/2025 by Dominique

      Is little Rosie still for adoption ? Where about are placed ? Many thanks

  • 6 newborns

      25 February 2025

    From a farm in Ashburton. Mum is a working Beardie, Dad a Springer Spaniel. Pups came to us from a vet clinic. We've offered free neutering.

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  • 😍 Foster Dogs

      27 January 2025

    From foster care in Oamaru.

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  • Holly had 35 teeth extracted

      15 January 2025
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    💔 Poor wee dog. 🥺 "35/42 teeth were removed today and she also had a fistulla that tracked from her top carnassial roots and out her sinus (this is the wound you can see in front of her eye)." $2,120

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  • Then and now...

      12 January 2025

    5 year old River came into our care on 25 August weighing 50.5kg. Adopted and adored by her foster carer Kate. River is now 39.3kg and done her first zoomies a week ago! ❤️💨💨

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  • New Years Eve

      1 January 2025

    Foster care pups 🐶 ❣️🐾

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  • New Arrival

      16 December 2024

    Jess, about 3 years old. Settling into foster care.

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  • Post Surgery Rescues

      5 December 2024
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    Finn, Bree and Tex

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  • Flea - now Bree

      27 November 2024
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    This wee girl broke her leg in a farm accident and was signed over to a Vet clinic. They reached out to see if we could help her.

    Flea is a 2yo female heading collie. She’s a small girl, only 13kg but slightly underweight.

    She has a fractured forelimb that needs surgical repair with a plate. This carries a good prognosis. Costs for treatment up to $2500 (surgery, meds and follow up care/xrays).

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  • Tex

      27 November 2024
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    Tex is a 3 year old injured farm dog that has been surrendered. He needs Pancarpal Arthrodesis surgery. It's a big surgery with a couple of months cage rest, vet checks, xrays post surgery. Approx $4k.

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  • ❤️ Finn's surgery went well!

      15 November 2024
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    Thank you so much to everyone who contributed towards this. We really appreciate it. Foster carer still needed from Monday. Currently located Timaru.

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  • Pup with broken Leg - Finn

      15 November 2024
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    Finley, 15 week old Huntaway x Husky was surrendered to us yesterday after unforeseen circumstances meant he was not suited to the home he was given to.

    Unfortunately, Finley also has a sore back leg and X-rays have shown a fracture through his growth plate just below the knee. To prevent long term complications, Finley requires surgery to repair the fracture with three pins. Estimate for his veterinary care is up to $1800.

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  • Bella - foreign object - toy removed from intestine

      24 October 2024
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    Bella started eating again on her own yesterday and has perked up. The vet team have been wonderful and one of them will be fostering her over the long weekend. Bella will soon be looking for expressions of interest to adopt. 🩷🌸🐾

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  • Jazz

      24 October 2024
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    Jazz had her dental yesterday, it went well, one canine extracted. She has lost a few kg's on Hill's Metabolic. Currently 36kg, ideal 32kg, then reassess. Jazz will soon be looking for her forever home. :)

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  • Bella, 4 month old Retriever

      21 October 2024
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    We received a call from a vet clinic to see if we could help Bella, we've said yes. She has been surrendered to the Vet clinic by her owners. Bella has been very unwell and is going into surgery now - suspected foreign object. Update - a toy was removed from her intestine, she is in recovery.

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  • Ted the Labrador

      11 October 2024
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    The Vet team say is he going great post surgery and is such a happy boy to have around. They have kindly offered to foster him during his recovery. He is on strict rest and meds.

    Ted's owners reached out to us on Wednesday night. A lovely family who care about him and miss him a lot. Ted will be going back to them when he's ready. Thanks so much to you all for your help in achieving this happy outcome.

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    • 11/10/2024 by Lisa

      Fantastic news!! So pleased Ted's healing well and will be heading back to his family after his recovery :)

    • 24/10/2024 by Pound Paws Rescue

      Thanks Lisa 🤍🐾

  • Labrador - broken leg

      9 October 2024
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    We were contacted by a vet clinic to see if we could help Ted. He had been hit by a car and needed surgery for a broken leg. He was surrendered by his owners. Thanks to the public, we were able to raise the funds for Ted's surgery which is being done today. Thanks so much everyone. ❤️

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  • Retired Working Dog Trev

      3 October 2024
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    He is so much happier and comfortable! It's a joy to watch him play with toys and do a wee zoomie. He loves going for walks and snoozing on the couch.

    3 weeks ago Trev had a partial seizure.He hasn't had any since. We have decided it's in his best interests for him to stay in his foster home where he is settled and happy. We will cover his food and any medical needs. We wish we could offer many more dogs like Trev the chance of a treasured retirement.

    💛 Thanks to all of our supporters that help us make a difference for dogs like Trev.

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  • Timaru Labrador in foster care

      27 September 2024
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    7 year old Jazz.

    Needs 1 maybe 2 teeth extracted.

    Needs to go on Hill's Metabolic/Mobility J/D.

    Currently 38.8 kg. Has previous knee surgery and muscle wastage. Lovely natured girl.

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  • 10 year old Bichon Toby ❤️

      4 September 2024
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    Toby is a lovely happy boy that came into our care recently from Woodend. Sadly his owner has passed away. We followed up on Toby's vet history and he has a grade 2 heart murmur. Not usually a problem, but he's had a cough for a very long time. Today he started on 2 types of heart medication- paws crossed we will know within a week if this helps him!

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  • Senior Candy

      4 September 2024
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    ❤️ Precious senior Candy (Beardie) was spayed today. The Vet said that there were over a hundred cysts on her ovaries and uterus, she'd never seen so many before. 😔 We are just so glad it's done and hope to have many more happy days with Candy enjoying her new life. ✨️

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  • 💓 Precious retired working dog Trev had his vet treatment today.

      18 August 2024
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    2 broken canines and a root were extracted. He has arthritis in his Carpi and hips. We will get him started on 4CYTE. He started on pain relief from day one in our care (after his first vet check).

    Every retired working dog (and often the failed working dogs) that has come into our care has arrived painful. They are also fantastic natured and adjust to being inside dogs so well. It's very rewarding to see them thrive and be as comfortable as possible. We wish we could help more of them.

    Thank you to Trev's foster Mum for giving him the best of care. ✨️

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  • Candy - 14 year old Beardie from a farm

      30 July 2024

    Candy has been in our care for 6 weeks now. It's a joy and a pleasure to give her this treasured retirement. She has multiple mammary lumps and a vaginal mass - operating is not an option.

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  • Another Blue.....

      30 July 2024

    Beautiful sweet natured Blue came into our care weighing 15.9kg. Vets put her body condition score at a 1 out of 9. She ate Royal Canin 4800 and gained about 500 grams per day until reaching a healthier weight of 25.3kg. Vets think she will gain a little bit more muscle mass and probably settle around 26kg.

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  • 13 week old Huntaway cross

      9 July 2024

    He is safe now, in a loving foster home and receiving treatment.

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  • 💙 Blue

      9 July 2024
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    Approx 13 weeks old, Huntaway mix. Now safe in our care and getting all that he needs to recover.

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  • Animates Promotion Day

      6 July 2024
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    Last weekend some of our lovely volunteers held a promotion day at Animates in Papanui. We have Huntaway cross pups fostered from Dunedin /Oamaru/ Waimate /Twizel /Mayfield /Springston. So far 5 of the Huntaway pups have found fabulous homes, still 15 to go!

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  • 11 Huntaway / Heading pups

      6 May 2024

    The same week as the Lab x pups, we received 11 Huntaway x Heading pups from inland Oamaru. We offered free desexing but sadly it was declined.

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  • 8 Lab cross pups

      6 May 2024
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    The 1st week of April was a busy one. These pups came to us from Clutha District. All females, lovely pups, owners couldn't find good homes for them. They has since spayed the Mum 🙌

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  • Maeve Update

      6 May 2024
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    15 April - Maeve had her external frame removed. Her broken leg is healing really well. 6 May - now allowed to have a bit more freedom and gentle walks. Will soon be available for adoption. :)

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  • Mauve - pup with broken leg

      12 March 2024
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    Thank you all so much for contributing towards Mauve's surgery! Her operation went great and she is going into foster care to recover for the next 6-10 weeks. This could not have been achieved without your help! Much appreciated, Charlie and team, Pound Paws Rescue :)

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  • Dental Extractions Required

      6 November 2023
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    Beautiful senior Kai came to us from Timaru on Friday night. She needs extractions. We need to raise the funds for this, we don't have enough to cover it. Will be putting together some raffles, if anyone would like to donate any new items, gift cards, vouchers, please get in touch, we would be so grateful. 🩷 Thank you 🐾

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  • Surgery Needed for ex Pound dog

      4 August 2023
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    This beautiful senior Huntaway was found wandering. Was impounded and unclaimed (Photo is in pound).

    She has been named Rain and has been in foster care for a couple of weeks, has gained weight and confidence. She is a beautiful natured girl (Sunshine! 🧡) and is soaking up all of the home comforts.

    Rain has obvious large lumps on her stomach. She needs surgery for Mammary Mass Removal (and spay) - estimated cost $1,500.

    👉 THANK YOU to all of you for your ongoing support. We currently have the highest amount of dogs and puppies in our care, ever.

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  • ❤️ New Arrivals - 2 very precious seniors.

      22 July 2023
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    2nd one is Hector, 12 year old Labrador, beautiful.

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  • ❤️ New Arrivals - 2 very precious seniors.

      22 July 2023
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    Female Huntaway from the pound. Has suspect mammary lumps. Fostered Rakaia.

    Male Labrador (12 years) whose owner very sadly passed away. Fostered in Oamaru.

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  • ... and the last 3

      3 July 2023
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    Our volunteer foster carers have been amazing!

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  • Handraised pups - 9 in total!

      3 July 2023
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    Thanks for your support!

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  • Hand Raised Huntaway pups

      3 July 2023
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    The rescued Huntaway pups will be 6 weeks old on Thursday! Thank you so much to all that have donated towards their care! They are growing up fast, are thriving, happy and chubby!

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  • We need help with supplies!

      10 June 2023
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    👉 The 4 day old Huntaway pups are now 16 days old and they are thriving! 6 girls, 3 boys.

    We need help with supplies!

    Estimate for 9 pups is:

    6kg milk powder per week ($58 for 5kg)

    36 cans starter mousse per week ($50 for a 12 pack)

    Puppy pads

    Baby wipes

    Large breed dry Puppy food

    Plus for our Dunedin foster carer:

    * Easy washable blankets

    * Puppy play pen

    * Plastic pet bed

    https://givealittle.co.nz/org/pound-paws-rescue

    Registered Charity CC60695

    ✨️ Thank you!

    👉 The pups were rescued from a farm. They were going to be killed. We believe this is common practice by many. It's so avoidable. * Did you know that it is legal to "dispose" of pups by shooting them?

    PLEASE break the cycle that is being passed down from generations.

    SPAY & NEUTER.

    Once fully recovered from the operation, your dog will be ready to work again, without the inconvenience of unwanted pregnancies. Makes sense eh!

    While they are at the vet - they can also receive a health check. We receive many ex working dogs that arrive very painful with arthritis and require dental extractions (broken, infected, rotten, pulp exposed).

    🩷 A huge THANK YOU to the foster families (Dunedin, Waimate, Timaru) that have simply been amazing. We are so grateful for you.

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  • 9 Rescued Farm pups

      30 May 2023
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    5 days old. We have 3 dedicated, experienced volunteer foster homes caring for 3 pups each, 24/7.

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  • Adoption Update

      15 May 2023
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    🩷 This is so special. 🥳 Blue came to PPR as an old boy from a farm with a large lump on his leg. Such a beautiful natured soul. All fixed up and adopted to an amazing home and here is his latest update:

    "Well Blue marked his 4th anniversary with us which we also celebrated as his 15th birthday (there or there abouts based on his approx age when we adopted him). Can't believe how far he's come and how much he still loves life even if he's a lot slower and more tired! He still makes an effort on short walks to say hi to other dogs and give everything a good old sniff. He adores his meals and treats and bones (even if it's more of an effort than before!), but I think what keeps him going is his daily snuggles with us on the couch and the nights we let him sleep beside us in bed ❤️ He's just the most wonderful little soul and I know you'll be so happy knowing he's made it this long living his best life! And knowing Blue, he'll be aiming for another year!"

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  • ❤️ ADOPTED! FREDDIE 🐾

      15 May 2023
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    Freddie was just 6 weeks old when he needed an urgent inguinal hernia operation. ✨️Thankyou to the vet team that reached out to us, to the foster family that cared for him and to you all that so kindly and quickly donated to save Freddie.

    Freddie has been adopted and is enjoying being a treasured family member:

    "Freddie has settled in so well to our family. Such a social and friendly wee pup. He loves to be outside and adventuring in the garden and going for rides in the cars. He’s very affectionate and enjoys cuddles and pats. We are very grateful to PPR for allowing us to have this gorgeous boy." 🐾

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  • Freddie - pup with hernia

      19 April 2023
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    Freddie is going great! All healed!

    We so appreciate all of your support to help him. He is a fun loving, energetic and social pup. He has a family meeting him next week with a view to adopt him.

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  • Pup - Update

      28 March 2023
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    🩷 UPDATE from the Vets: Surgery went well. He's had a little to eat and is now having a sleep.

    Thanks heaps to everyone that contributed towards his surgery. If there is any over the amount needed, this will go towards our other special needs dogs. Really appreciated.

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  • URGENT SURGERY

      28 March 2023
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    A vet clinic has just reached out for help for a beautiful little 6 week old male pup that was facing euthanasia (duck tolling retriever / beagle / spoodle mix) that has an inguinal hernia and requires urgent surgery - updated: estimated cost $700 to $1,000.

    We have said yes please do the surgery. One of the vet team will foster him for us, once ready, he will go up for adoption. (We are not taking any interest for adoption at the moment).

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  • Retired Working Dog - 10 year old Pete

      4 March 2023
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    Thank you so much for your donations! The money raised so far has paid for Pete's vet bill! He needed treatment for a ruptured ear drum, a grass seed removed from the other ear, xrays, bloods, urine tests, a rotten tooth extracted (a Molar with roots intact - a big job to extract). He is going really well and will soon be up for adoption, seeking a loving retirement home. :)

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