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Cocker Specific Discussion => Rescue Cockers => Topic started by: *kimbo* on January 09, 2008, 06:27:21 PM
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Hope I have placed this in the right section (please move if not) ;)
I have just had a call from an elderly couple (in their 70's) to say that they have just lost thier beloved Cocker. They are heart-broken as you can imagine and want to fill the gap in thier lives that is forming. They are looking for a dog or bitch and one that is older so that it will fit in well with them. They are highly active and have a beautiful home in Devon. Does anyone know of anyone that may be able to help. I have already been in touch with the Cocker rescue.
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What about Zoe at Many Tears?
http://www.cockersonline.co.uk/discuss/index.php?topic=36890.15
She has had some problems with her eyes but it seems they are fine now and she is looking for a loving new home :luv:
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If I hear of any will let you know
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Thanks Penny, have just been to the RSPCA in Exeter as there is a 2year old there, not suitable for the mature owner...too much energy!!!!
Will post his details now.
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Please contact me, we might have just the cocker coming to us (Will be Gloucester way)
Jim
For Nessr
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Thanks Penny, have just been to the RSPCA in Exeter as there is a 2year old there, not suitable for the mature owner...too much energy!!!!
Will post his details now.
They'd probably appreciate a more mature cocker
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Jim has just contcted me about a mature cocker, will let you know Penny how it goes, sounds like a perfect match at the moment!
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Unfortunetly the dog at the NSSR did not match with them it is such a shame they are still looking.
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How about the old chap at Ark Rescue?
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There is a little girl in Many Tears called Tina she is 6 years old, ex breeding girl. She looks a beauty :luv: Jo x
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Will investigate thanks braken xx
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Kimbo, your friends might like a bit more info about what's involved in rehoming a puppy-farm brood bitch before committing themselves. It's not difficult but it does require a bit of thought and patience. It will certainly not be a straight substitute for their lost loved dog though it's really rewarding. There are plenty of us on here who have done it - Jeeves, Mary P, and me amongst others. I am sure we would all be really happy to help if you want to follow it up. :-*
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What about Ralph?
http://beehive.thisishull.co.uk/default.asp?WCI=SiteHome&ID=12543&PageID=81158
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Have PM'd you happy dog. We are still looking.
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Thanks Annie G for your comment.
You are absolutely right about taking on an ex breeding bitch who has never lived in a home before. Its not as straight forward well done for all you that have it takes a special type of person to take on a rescue dog that hasnt had the best "normal" start. I dont think that the elderly couple would be able to deal with what it envolves. I did phone Many Tears though and had a chat with the lady there. Its such a shame...I hope that Tina finds a forever home soon.
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Is this couple still looking.
I know of a 4 year old bitch that is looking for a home and we are in contact with one of the cocker rescues, but she is still in the home at the moment.
She does not pound about, and loves to spend her whole time on a lap having cuddles. She gets on well with cats and people, but HATES dogs.
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We are still looking :shades:
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http://www.cockersonline.co.uk/discuss/index.php?topic=38049.msg512905;topicseen#new
Would they look at an American cocker? These two look just :luv:
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Why don't you try Spencer who is a five year old cocker at foal farm in kent, he could be suitable.
Here's a photo of him.
(http://i184.photobucket.com/albums/x165/Maryaskew/spencer.jpg)
Foal Farm
Jail Lane
Biggin Hill
Kent
01959 572386 ( 1.30-4.30 any day except Tuesday
manager@foalfarm.org.uk
Best wishes,
Mary
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Just mailed Foal Farm not sure if its too far away? Does anyone know what the policy is for re-homing dogs further away then the county that the rescue they are in.
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Just mailed Foal Farm not sure if its too far away? Does anyone know what the policy is for re-homing dogs further away then the county that the rescue they are in.
You'll have to ask them
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Hi * kimbo*, I rang them couple of months ago about a little black and tan cocker they said I was to far away being on the Somerset boarder to do a homecheck. I was really upset and asked if my local rspca center could do it, but no joy. :'(
Its always worth asking them though each enquiry is different :blink:
Each rescue center has a different policy. Good Luck with your search Jo x
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If any help, I am a homechecker in Devon, for Many Tears, LRRSE, SWSW & ESSW, so might be able to do one for them, depending where abouts in Devon they are, and also if the rescue would be happy with that.
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What about Tilly at Many Tears??
http://www.cockersonline.co.uk/discuss/index.php?topic=38179.msg512905#new
She has been a pet - though I see she is being fostered in Edinburgh which may make it impractical :-\
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Thanks Joules, I think that Edinburgh is just too far away as they are in Devon, you are looking at mega travelling :-\
Thanks any and they are still looking. Keep your eyes peeled ::)
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I am pleased the say that this couple now have their Cocker and dog and owners are doing fine!!!
Thanks for all the help COL members gave me. ;)
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Great :D . :lol: Now -can you get them a pc so that they can join COL please? :005: :shades:
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Awwww!!! I'm sooo happy to hear this :D
We met an Elerly Couple in Oct when up in the lakes who had just lost their Cocker and you could see how much she meant to them and what a big part of their lives she was.
Really really pleased - just need photo's !!!
Amanda & Poppy x
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That's great news :luv:
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Brilliant news! :luv: