A New Life For Dax

We are pleased to announce that the handsome Dax has departed for his new forever home. Here he is waiting in the crate in the car ready to start his journey. 

Dax had never lived in a house (other than the 4 days his previous owner had him and he wouldn't settle) so we felt it would be beneficial for him to live as an outside dog, where he is comfortable and not put under any stress. It's not something we'd typically support, but we considered it appropriate in Dax's case.

Thank you to his new family for adopting him and giving him the chance of a life he deserves. We're sure you'll all join us in wishing Dax and his new family all the best for their new life together - be happy darling! 

If you'd like to provide a new forever home for one of our rescued dogs then you can learn more here - https://gsdwelfare.blogspot.com/p/adopting-german-shepherd-dog.html

Dickie's Diary - Sensory Ladders

Hello pupsters. It’s me, Dickie and here we have a memory from when I first started living with my new mum. It seems so long ago now - it must be weeks and weeks!

I have started training now. Well, to be honest I started training the day I arrived at my new home. It’s very strange though because I am not doing sits and other silly commands. My mum says it’s more important that I learn life skills and all the rest will folllow. This means being able to remain calm when in the presence of other dogs and people. Walking on different surfaces so I will be confident when I encounter new surfaces in the future. Walking nicely on my harness and lead and Four on the Floor (mum says that’s an important one). 

When I do sit or lie down, I receive something very tasty, but my mum doesn’t ask me to do that yet. She said that will come later but at the moment she wants to prepare me for everyday life. She also plays a recording of loud noises and bangs, which wasn't at all scary the first time I can tell you.

I've have met other dogs, but my mum only allows me to meet calm dogs. She doesn’t want me getting hurt accidentally and thereby making me worried about other dogs. That has been a lot of fun and I'm sure I'll soon be the best at this training. I'll let you know when I am.

Lots of love. Dickie Hill ❤️

Lawrence's Drive Thru - Open for Business!

They say that Lawrence's Drive Thru does the best raw chicken wings in the county, and they're certainly a firm favourite with Bailey!

Lawrence runs the Coombe Farm Boarding Kennels, in Stamford and is also  instrumental in rehoming GSD Welfare Fund rescued dogs in his area.

Tia's Pupdates - Enjoying the Chimkin

Morning everypawdy. Tia here with a new pupdate.   I hope you are all well. That was me being nice, so don't listen to what the hooman tells you! The hairy hooman has been a bit slow (maybe that's a hooman trait) posting my pupdates, but a swift bite on the bottom made him move a bit quicker!

It's been all kinds of fun here. I’ve played the tossing game with the hooman. Although it played differently today. She tossed more chimkin when I was near the lid of the sand box.  Naturally I kept hanging about hear it and she kept tossing, so I jumped on it.  This obviously pleased the hooman because she tossed several more bits of chimkin. She said this is called a "jack pot". If you ask me she’s getting confused with being a crack pot.  Anyway, I repeated the trick to show her how clever I am. Must go I can see she’s got a stuffed kong for me.  🐾🐾🐾

Welfare Welcome to Levi

Let’s have a warm Welfare welcome to this young, handsome chap Levi. He's a year old and rather boisterous, therefore not ready for homing quite yet, but remember to always keep an eye out for this lovely gentleman to be ready for adoption.

If you would like to adopt a pawsome furry friend then click here https://gsdwelfare.blogspot.com/p/adopting-german-shepherd-dog.html

Dickie's Diary - Supermarket Socialising

Hello everyone,  it’s Dickie Hill here again. There's so much happening right now, but it's also fun to remember as well. Once I'd started settling with my new mum, I also gained confidence day by day. I will soon be as brave as the big boys I live with.  

After the initial shock and amusement I've mastered this this potty training lark now. It does seem a bit pointless though -   I mean, if she's going to clear it up after me, what does it matter where I go? I'm sure there are reasons, mum usually knows best. 

We went to the supermarket for some socialising. I sometimes think that socialising means keeping away from people because my mum is quite protective and doesn't let everyone come up to me. 

So, I sit and watch them go by and I’m told this is good for me. The best thing about it is I get creamy cheese for doing this. Whilst this may sound like an ideal situation, my mum is not great with her aim and I ended up with cream cheese on my nose. She tried to take a photo but I'm quicker! I knew she would show people and they'd make fun of me. A big slurpy luck soon cleaned it off.  I’m not sure what’s in store tomorrow. More creamy cheese I hope. Lots of love Dickie 🐾🐾

Welfare Wagathon 2022

On February 20th we participated in the Welfare Wagathon. This was an idea from Frances, one of our long standing supporters. The premise was simple, people would gather in their local community and walk their dogs. Friends and family sponsored them to raise money for the GSD Welfare Fund. And the response was incredible.

People all over the country braved the high winds and took their dogs out. The Fenland German Shepherd group organised a meeting and so some could meet each other in person.

Thanks to everyone's efforts we raised an amazing £2,033 - we'd like to offer a huge thank you to everyone who took part. Your support for our work is amazing. Thank you.

The Welfare Wagathon does not end there! It will be back next year so we can gather again and build upon the this year's success.

If you missed the Welfare Wagathon and would like to contribute then you can donate here https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=L3XVV7ZC87XPC