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Dane of Freshfields

Regular readers will probably share our affection for Dane and our strong hope that he would eventually find a suitable loving home. Sadly, poor Dane’s health is not too good and Freshfields have decided to not rehome him as they feel the stress of a move could be too much for his heart. 27/9/08 Dane has now sadly passed away
Dixie’s new life! (Dogs Trust Merseyside)

Dixie found a home after being spotted on the Oldies Club website recently.
Roly and Snoopy, happy and settled (Oldies Club)

We’ve had an update on Roly and Snoopy. This pair have really blossomed and are now living life to the full. What a happy ending for them!
Oldies in waiting… Can you help them?

Can you help us to care for the growing list of dogs desperately waiting to join the Oldies Club?
Judy – and Rupert! (Ark, Lincolnshire)

Judy is enjoying life in her new, countryside home. She’s having a great time with her new friends!
Christmas update on Sweet Sally (Oldies Club)

We’ve received a Christmas card with a message from Sweet Sally’s owners.
A message from Elsa (Oldies Club)

Elsa was in the care of the Oldies Club for quite some time. We really couldn’t understand why because she is such a gorgeous girl. She’s sent us an update from her forever home.
Cassie (Three Counties Dog Rescue, Lincs)

After horrible neglect, Cassie finally had the chance to find a loving, comfortable retirement. Devastatingly, Cassie ran out of time before that could happen.
Brutus (Neopolitan Mastiff Welfare, NW England)

17/12/2007 Very sad news: poor Brutus died yesterday. Rest in peace lovely lad.
Sheena (Three Counties Dog Rescue, fostered Lincs)

16/07/09 – We have just heard the sad news that Sheena has passed away.
Eric (Meadowgreen, Norfolk)

30/11/2007 Tragic news about Eric: after waiting a long time for a new home, he finally had some wonderful home offers; but in a cruel twist of fate, poor Eric had to be put to sleep this week.
Kojo (Plantation Dog Rescue, E. Yorks.)

Kojo and Ebony waited for 18 months for the chance on a new, loving home together. Sadly, time ran out for Kojo. He has passed away, leaving Ebony on her own for the first time in her life.
Writing about oldies – positions now filled

Update: We have received a number of excellent responses to this requirement and have now short-listed candidates. However, if you have skills and time to offer the Oldies Club, do still please get in touch. We need help in a number of areas including PR, Fundraising, and Events Organisation. If you would love to help […]
Thomas & Vicky (RSPCA, Middlesex NW)

8/11/2007 Thomas & Vicky have found their new home!
Ellie (RSPCA, Middlesex NW)

18/11/2007 Ellie has now found a new home!
Little Gemma the Gem is home!!!!!

Sweet, 8 year old Gemma was one of our longest stayers and we simply couldn’t understand why…
Zak (Ark, Lincolnshire coast)

19/11/07 – We are sorry to report that poor Zak has had to be put to sleep, following a serious illness. Rest in peace Zak.
Claude (Woodlands Kennels, West Dorset)

1/1/08 – Sadly poor Claude has had to be put to sleep. Sleep well Claude!
Poppy (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society, Bucks)

19/11/2007 Life just doesn’t seem fair. Poppy had been making tremendous progress at CDRS and was about to be rehomed when she suddenly started to deteriorate. Within two days she had become completely jaundiced and had to be put to sleep with liver failure.
Bridget – formerly BB (Ardley Rescue Kennels, Oxon)

Remember poor BB? The sad old lady who had suffered so much neglect. We’ve received a little update from her wonderful new home where she has been given the name Bridget.