Don’t get me wrong, I love Ranger with every fibre of my being. But this morning I discovered that in the Great Doughnut Robbery of yesterday, the big furry git had somehow managed to snaffle not one, but TWO! And what’s more, he expected to get his share when they were divvied out this morning! I said no, absolutely not, as it wasn’t fair on the other dogs – then he sat down, gave me his best doe eyed hard-done-by look and...well, he’s not getting one tomorrow, and I am unanimous in that.
Following on from yesterday’s coup de foudre I realise that my Barney love-in will in all probability remain a virtual affair. I feel as if I’ve somehow failed him already so to make myself feel better, I decided that I would look into sponsoring a dog. Sue and Richard on Indigo Dream already do this and it’s a brilliant way to get involved and do one’s bit, particularly if you want to support the hounds but can’t actually rehome one yourself. So off I toddled to Greyhound Rescue West of England, one of the most active and diligent organisations in the UK. I ended up here -http://www.grwe.com/howToHelp_sponsorADog.asp. Don’t read the stories if you’re easily upset. If you go there, be warned they get more distressing as you go down the page, culminating in the story of Heather (the picture on the right will get you blubbing if nothing else does) Ultimately, as these dogs are all now safe and loved, it is actually a very uplifting read but have a tissue handy. Somehow, after reading this, I didn’t have the energy to get worked up about silly square bollards...
My dilemma, of course, is who do I sponsor? How do I possibly choose? It’s £15 per dog per year so if some of my clients pay their bills in the next week or so, I think I shall just go ahead and sponsor them all. Apparently I’ll receive a certificate and a photo, so that’s going to fill out the wallet a bit. Pictures of my children? Oh yes, here they are. All 15 of them....
P.S. I've just this minute started with Heather. She'll need more ear warmers for winter, poor love.
10 September 2008
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5 comments:
What sad tales - it's a miraculous thing that these dogs will give their trust again after all that they've suffered. I can heartily recommend sponsorship - makes me feel much better, especially as I daren't take on another greyhound. My nerves just couldn't manage another 'Blue' in the house!
Sue, Indigo Dream
Hand on heart, I will home a Grey when circumstances permit. In the meantime I have sent a donation.
Nice one, Lesley - thank you on behalf of all needy souls. I'm sure F&F send their doggie love too...
Sue, I can never get over the fact that these dogs somehow find the spirit to live on and life life to the full as much as they can...and to put their faith in man again. That's some ask..
I rescued our first dog, Honey, off a dual carriageway where she'd been dumped (whippet-sized terrier allsorts). It took a year to get over her terror of cars and fear of being abandoned but it was well worth the effort. We had her for 10 years and she was great! I can never forgive her previous owners for their cruelty.
Sue, Indigo Dream
Flogging's too good for the bastards who do this sort of thing. Good for you, Sue. I'm sure Honey repaid your efforts a millionfold.
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