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  • Owen (Animal Rescue Ceredigion, West Wales)

    30/12/2011 – Poor Owen passed away whilst undergoing surgery. Sleep tight, little one.

  • Loyal Ruby (Oldies Club sponsor dog)

    Loyal Ruby (Oldies Club sponsor dog)

    Ruby has very sadly been put to sleep. She had a massive fit a few days ago, followed by another, from which she didn’t recover :( Everyone at Oldies Club is very upset at such sad news. Thank you to Ruby’s wonderful foster family for taking such great care of her. Our thoughts are with you at this sad time.

  • Rambo (Blue Cross, Scotland – fostered Ayrshire)

    3/9/2011 – We just had the sad news that Rambo was pts. Here is what his carer said about him: Sadly Rambo died yesterday but he had a brilliant foster home and was a happy dog right up to the end. We’re going to miss his great character and how much he made us all laugh but I’m glad he got to spend his last months so contented. Sleep tight, sweet boy.

  • URGENT home appeal for a little terrier called Boxer


    Oldies Club urgently need to find a new permanent foster home for Boxer, a 15 year old terrier who is in our care in Devon. Boxer is fit and healthy, but he can be grumpy and seems to be finding it difficult to settle after the sad death of his owner. Boxer needs a home with no other animals or children.

  • Joey (Animal Care, Lancaster)

    Joey (Animal Care, Lancaster)

    18/12/11 We’ve heard the very sad news that Joey’s seizures increased to the point that they were happening constantly and so the sad decision was made to let him go. Sleep tight Joey. :(

  • Signed Lucy Dillon books being auctioned for Oldies Club

    Oldies Club is auctioning two paperback books – a copy each of ‘Lost Dogs and Lonely Hearts’ and ‘Walking Back to Happiness’. The books will be signed by the author, Lucy Dillon, who is a huge dog lover and passionate about rescue. The auction is being held on our new auctions page on facebook, is […]

  • Jack – a happy ending for an Old Dog of the Week! (Pet Welfare, Notts)

    Jack – a happy ending for an Old Dog of the Week! (Pet Welfare, Notts)

    Jack, a former Oldies Club “Old Dog of the Week”, found a wonderful new home in January this year. We’ve received an update from his new family!

  • Jakey (Animals in Need, Northamptonshire)

    Jakey (Animals in Need, Northamptonshire)

    4/1/14 – Sad news from Animals in Need: I’m sorry to inform you, sadly Jakey passed away about 3 weeks ago. Unfortunately he developed a tumor on his heart and we had to have him put to sleep. Thankfully he spent his last months living in our on site mobile home with a member of staff so at least had some home comforts and companionship before he left us. Run free, Jakey.

  • Summer Newsletter 2011 – Now Available

    Our Summer Newsletter is now available to view HERE A big thank you to all who have contributed to this edition. We hope you enjoy reading it.

  • Magnificent Megan at home with her magnificent new family! (Oldies Club)

    Magnificent Megan at home with her magnificent new family! (Oldies Club)

    Bearded Collie Megan has been in her new home for nearly six months and is a very happy girl!

  • Arthur (RSPCA, West Norfolk)

    14/7/2011 Sadly, Arthur has passed away just as a potential new home was in the offing.

  • Bruce (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)

    Bruce (Rain Rescue, South Yorkshire)

    31/8/11 – We have just received the sad news that Bruce has been put to sleep. Here is what his carer had to say about him: Sadly, we had to have our lovely Bruce put to sleep over the weekend :( He suffered a series of strokes and went downhill very rapidly. Despite living rough and being mistreated in his past he was such a happy boy with us and his tail was wagging right to the end. Sleep tight, Bruce.

  • Gorgeous Ginny and Gentleman Tassel (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society & Oldies Club)

    Gorgeous Ginny and Gentleman Tassel (Chilterns Dog Rescue Society & Oldies Club)

    Gentleman Tassel was recently rehomed via Oldies Club, and is now sharing a wonderful new home with the gorgeous Ginny! If you’re in need of a smile today, read this heartwarming letter from their new family.

  • FeeBee (Oldies Club Sponsor Dog)

    July 2011 – we are very sad to have to let you know that the beautiful FeeBee has passed away. FeeBee was a very popular sponsor dog and we are very grateful to everyone who has sponsored her over the years. Oldies Club is thinking of her wonderful family, who have taken such great care of her since she became a sponsor dog. Run free, FeeBee, you are very much missed.

  • Fun With Fido – Nina Ottosson Game Auction

    edited 12/07/11 – Auction has now ended. This item raised a wonderful £44 for Oldies Club Nina Ottosson is the creator of fun interactive games that you can play with your dog.  These games are designed to stimulate the dog’s mind rather than their body. Oldies Club has kindly been donated a brand new copy […]

  • Skye (Ruskington Kennels, Nr Sleaford, Lincs)

    30/11/11 Skye has found a home!

  • Dobby – House Elf in his forever home!

    Dobby the House Elf came into Oldies Club care as if by magic. He found the perfect new home and we’ve been sent a short update on his progress and some excellent photos…

  • Nelson (RSPCA Lincoln)

    19/9/11 – We have just had the sad news that Nelson had a massive stroke this week and, under vet advice, he was PTS. Nelson had just been reserved by someone interested in rehoming him but sadly he didn’t make it:( Sleep tight, Nelson.

  • Jess (Oldies Club)

    Jess arrived at her foster home a very poorly girl. Tests revealed a large mass around her kidney and despite the very best efforts of our vet and Jess’ foster carer, she became so ill that she had to be put to sleep.

  • Suki and her teddy (Oldies Club sponsor dog)

    Suki and her teddy (Oldies Club sponsor dog)

    Suki is a beautiful 18-year-old Golden Retriever girl, who had been living in a flat with her previous owner, who unfortunately had an accident and was no longer able to care for her. On the day of the Royal Wedding, when most people were watching events unfold on the TV, Suki was leaving her home and travelling to her Oldies Club foster home.

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