DoggieRescue E-Magazine January 2023

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Vol.11 No.214

JANUARY Adopted dogs : 13, 339
2023










Meet some
beautiful
dogs inside
looking for a…

“ Happy



New


Year”



Including our
handsome
cover boy Bennet



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FROM MY DESK “ LIFE INSTEAD OF DEATH ” - A NO-KILL SHELTER


By Monika Biernacki OAM



“ I want to take this opportunity to thank all our supporters and volunteers
Monika is
for all you have done in 2022. These animals’ lives have been so enriched by
pictured with
Arrow (now
your care and though#ulness. We could not do it without you! I look forward
adopted)
to your con&nued support in 2023. “ Monika

Dear Readers

Happy New Year to everyone! The New Year is upon
us and beautiful Bennet graces our cover with his
lovely smile. He has been waiting so patiently for his
family and we hope 2023 is his year. Such a well
mannered boy!

We look back on last year and most people will agree
they are glad it is over and we all hope this year is
better for humans as well as for the animal kingdom.

We may not have had a huge number of adoptions but
they are all special and it is especially exciting to see
some long termers and some of our mature dogs find
homes. Poptart comes to my mind as the adoption of
the year. He was the most difficult dog in our shelter
environment and we have left Kelly and Stuart to tell
the story (p8). It is a story of immense commitment
and love.







Handsome Gerard dressed in his tux is helping
me write this editorial. He is finding it hard to put
his toys down to concentrate!

We like to remind you that we have many dogs
waiting in the wings and Kevin has taken some
amazing pics revealing their beautiful expressions and
Poptart with their hope of a bright future. Just look at those faces.
his family... They have all had an unpleasant past but they wait
with hope until one day someone will look into their
eyes and offer them a forever home full of love.

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Some of our regular volunteers have written a piece to share their passion • Please make a DONATION
for certain dogs. Lesley has shared her insight into Alvin the small dog with
a big smile. Janelle introduces Dougie ( pictured below ) a mature long
termer who has come a long way and has had a taste of what a foster If you wanted to make a tax
home is like and Lisa who shows us the soft side of Mason. deductible donation to help
Doggie Rescue save more
lives in the year ahead you
can donate online via our
secure website or call us on
02 9486 3133.

• Become a DoggieRescue
HUSKY LIFESAVER

You might like to consider
becoming a DoggieRescue
Husky Lifesaver (see p20),
with a regular monthly gift to
support our work. All gifts,
We also catch up with Teddy (nee Peter Rabbit) who had a life threatening regardless of size, help us to
condition of blocked urinary tract. It is so nice to see a happy outcome after give a brighter future to the
the ordeal he has been through. dogs and cats in our care.
Thank you in advance for your
Dogs are never too old to find a loving home and Melvin shares what life kind donation. I look forward to
has been like since adopted at 12 years of age. keeping you updated on our

Corinne has commenced a new section “Celebrating Life” where we share progress in the months ahead
what dogs have meant to their family, beautiful Harry, singing Oliver and and sincerely thank you again
Elliot, the Bankstown brawler. for all your support.

Luna who has been featured in Up Close and Personal, is another special Warmest regards
2022 adoption. She was a lady who found the right family to draw out her
latent talents (p32).
Monika
This month Roland has written a very appropriate piece on New Year
Resolutions for your Pet with Lola’s help -- things to make dogs happier
Monika Biernacki OAM
and healthier in 2023. Founder - DoggieRescue

If you are looking for someone to fill a dog shaped hole in your life, look
through this magazine and save a life. What a wonderful New Year’s
resolution! If your lifestyle does not allow a pet, come and volunteer. The
dogs and cats will be forever grateful for your care. You will be surprised
what a difference your care will make to them. If you are time poor, look at
our wish list and help them in a way that suits you. RUSSELL : CUDDLER IN CHIEF

Giving is just so rewarding! Make 2023 the year you make a
difference! We have many dogs in our care and they all
want their special a en on. Just do it! See p44 for details...

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ISSUE: JANUARY 2023

FEATURES

LOOK AT WHO HAS BEEN 6-7
ADOPTED!
ADOPTION OF THE YEAR 8-9
“POPTART”
A HAPPY NEW YEAR
Feature photos of the DR doggies 10-16

ALVIN—A SMALL DOG WITH A BIG 17
SMILE! By Lesley Volunteer Walker

FEATURING OUR GORGEOUS 18-21
HUSKIES

IS THIS THE YEAR YOU ADOPT A 24-25
SENIOR DOG? By Melvin ( & Dad)
p26
CELEBRATING LIFE We look back 28-31
at four very special dogs
MY MATE MASON By Lisa Fraser 34
DoggieRescue Volunteer walker

IN EVERY ISSUE


FROM MY DESK
by Monika Biernacki OAM 2-3
JUST CALL ME “ DOUGIE” 26-27
By Janelle Hollis DR Volunteer
UP CLOSE & PERSONAL—
WITH “ LUNA GEORGE ” 32-33

NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS FOR Email: magazine@
YOUR PET By Roland Briefrel 38-39 doggierescue.com

Find us on Instagram
JANUARY cover boy is
https://www.instagram.com/monikadogrescue
the handsome BENNET

Join us on Facebook Cover photo:
https://www.facebook.com/doggierescue KEVIN CASE
www.unleashednorthern
Follow us on Twitter beaches.com
www.twitter.com/monikadogrescue

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We’ve all been adopted!

As the year draws to a close we see 11 DOGS adopted in
December, including our 2022 Adoption of the year —
POPTART. Another long term girl to find her forever home
was PIPER ( seen playing at right in her new home ). Some
of our small dogs have been amazingly popular, like cute
little DELL, PRINCE & JILL. The small bonded pair
CASEY & SPENCER found a home together, while seniors
BOBBY & AMIGO also found families to love. It has been
a positive end to 2022—let’s bring on 2023!













Bobby Comet
Dell Piper











Poptart Amigo Prince Jill











Spencer
Baz & Casey (together)
Over 13,000 lives have been saved & each month the list grows. www.DoggieRescue.com

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The me has come to say “ GOODBYE TO
2022 2022” but let us all STOP…and LOOK BACK
on what was an AMAZING year of 148
homeless dogs, 20 cats & 13 other animals
finding their forever homes.
ADOPTIONS OF THE YEAR

By Sanjo Vita Fay Mokotow-den Hartog





Dear DoggieRescue Supporters,

As we embrace a brand new year I am looking forward to the challenges ahead. Our
goals for 2023 are to save as many animals as we can and find them forever homes.

In 2022 162 dogs were adopted. Some, especially the smaller breeds, came and were
adopted before we even got to know them very well but others, they became like family to
us. We loved them, cared for them and said goodbye as each in turn went to meet their
new families. On the opposite page are a few of the adoptions that stay in my mind. Dogs
like Chief, Willow, and our huge boy Tiny and of course who could forget dear Keba..
such a special family adopted her. There were dogs too, the long term ones like Wiggle
who was adopted by his foster mum, Bucky and Piper ( who was recently adopted ) to
name a few . Especially hard to adopt are the bonded pairs but our policy at Doggie
Rescue is that if dogs are bonded that they stay together and we saw pairs Ray and
Charles, Candy and Ollie, and also Zed and Moose, Samson and Delilah, and Scruffy
and Beau, all bonded pairs who were all adopted together. We saw many ‘seniors’
adopted too like Grace, Watson, Sweetie and Melvin ( see story on p24 ). Sophie, after
waiting so very long, finally found a mum to love her. Another long term girl who comes to
mind is Luna who stars in our “ Up Close & Personal’ pages 32 & 33. Our adoption of the
year is...POPTART. See his story on p8

But DoggieRescue is not just about RESCUE, it is also about REHABILITATION. Many
animals come to us broken, both mentally and physically, it can take many long months
for them to relax and feel happy. It can sometimes take even longer than that for abused
dogs to feel safe and to be able to respond to the human touch and learn to trust again.
Perhaps years. One such dog is Dougie, see his story on p26. There are many more
doggies, of all ages, shapes and sizes, waiting in pounds for that second chance at life.

Please, help us to give them that chance.
Monika

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They say “ Every book tells a story” and if you look at our book below and watch the turning pages
you will see a story of LOSS for every abandoned dog loses something, even if it is only the familiar
smell of the home they once had. But every dog who suffers a loss also FINDS for no matter how
long it takes the dogs find a home at DoggieRescue for as long as it takes for them to be adopted.
Finally you will see the story of LOVE for each dog who leaves our shelter takes a piece of our hearts
with them. You can also be assured that this book has a HAPPY ENDING….
























































A slideshow of some of the many dogs who found their ‘forever’ in 2022

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2022



ADOPTION OF THE YEAR

As 2022 finally comes to a
close we look back at some
amazing adoptions but for
the “Adoption of the Year”
we had to wait until almost
the end. Monika says
“Poptart was the most difficult
dog to handle at the shelter
and 12 months on he is
meeting dogs off leash in
controlled environments and
so much better to walk on
lead. I will let Kelly and Stuart
tell the story”

Poptart was officially
adopted by Kelly & Stuart
on 18th December 2022



It was meant to be By Kelly & Stuart Mooney

I’ll never forget the day when I was doing work
placement at DoggieRescue and the lead Kennel hand
said to me “come meet this new guy, you’ll love him”. I
was greeted by the sweetest, smoochy pup. I just
wanted to scoop him up and take him home.

When Poptart first came to the shelter he had a tibial
crest injury which healed itself with bedrest. Once off
bedrest he was introduced to gorgeous boxer x Peyton
and they became best friends. My husband Stuart
absolutely adored Peyton so we began to walk them
together. We nicknamed Poptart oompah loompah
because of his cute waddle.

Unfortunately shelter life became quite stressful for
Poptart and he wasn’t coping. He would become frantic
at the barking of the other dogs and it became difficult
for the kennel hands to move him around the shelter
“ We realized what everyone already and take him on walks as he is very strong. Stuart
knew—that Poptart had already found his persisted and became Poptart’s dog buddy as he could
forever home...with us!” Kelly see the sweet, gentle boy inside.

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At the time DoggieRescue was very fortunate to have Dogs recovering from TPLO surgery require crate rest
an excellent trainer, Nathan who spent a lot time for 6 weeks and are on exercise restrictions for 8-12
working with Poptart on his impulse control and weeks. So we rearranged our home and our lives and
reactivity to dogs through a positive only training plan. Poptart did his rehabilitation with us. This involved
Nathan knew how much I loved Poptart and taught me taking him outside on leash multiple times a day and
how to use positive reinforcement so I could walk him slowly increasing his walks.
and continue his progress.
Once the vet confirmed that the bone had healed he
Slowly I began taking him home to spend time away started weekly hydrotherapy with Madi at Paddling
from the stress of the shelter environment. We would Paws Hydrotherapy who had volunteered to help his
relax and watch movies together and go on quiet, recovery.
sniffy walks in the neighbourhood. We weren’t in a
position to adopt him ourselves as we have two elderly We also hired his buddy Nathan from Howling
cats. One of which is diabetic and blind and requires Success Dog Training for a weekly Walk and Train to
lots of care. keep up his training routine. Poptart and I practice
every day. We go to different places and observe the
When Poptart injured his cranial cruciate ligament and environment or just for a sniffari. Now he enjoys the
we found out he needed surgery I just knew I had to company of other dogs in controlled off lead
help him. The shelter is no place to recover from knee environments.
surgery so I asked Stuart if we could foster him for the
8 week recovery period. He didn’t hesitate.





Poptart doesn’t need
much to be happy. He
just wants to be able to
be a dog. We make
sure he has plenty of
enrichment toys and
treats to choose from
that allow him to
display his natural
behaviours such a
digging, foraging and
chewing.

So, 8 weeks became 8
months and now we
couldn’t imagine life
without him. FOSTER
FAIL!

“ I have had many
loves at the shelter
over the years but
this was just to meant
to be.” Kelly

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CLICK HERE FOR MORE DETAILS ON EACH FEATURED DOG

A HAPPY NEW YEAR




As we celebrate the coming of 2023 I wonder how many of us stop...and think how lucky we
are to have a new year. Life is a gift and very precious, especially so for the many hundreds,
no thousands, of animals that are abandoned each year. How lucky they are just to survive….


























Kermit is such a handsome
boy. He is a sweet child
friendly dog who suits kids
10+yo. Our trainer says:
"He seeks out kids, loves
pats and will try to sit in
your lap. He is a typical
Staffy, very child and family
oriented. Kermit came from
the pound with heartworm.
The treatment takes about
3 months to complete.
Kermit is ready for adoption
with a family committed to
his care plan and Doggie
Rescue will fund the
treatment.





Kermit Amstaff x Koolie 2yrs 24kgs Male Sponsor: “In loving memory of Penny!” Stefanie

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There is a rescue show on television which I try hard not to watch but sometimes as I turn
channels I do see the end as there is a program following that I like to watch. Animals
rescued from very sad and dire situations, starved, with all sorts of medical problems, and
abused ...yes they are rescued...but, not to live. They are rescued just to die for if they do not
pass the ‘temperament test’ that is what happens to them. I find that really tragic and very
upsetting. It does not happen at DoggieRescue where all rescued animals are given time, love
and patient care to see them reach their full potential. Even with training it can take years for
an abused, neglected animal to trust again. That is what makes DoggieRescue so special.





Maddox is a gentle boy
who readily accepts
pats and cuddles. He is
super playful with other
young dogs. Walkers
say: "Very sweet boy
and walked well",
"Started off slowly,
came out of his shell
at the end.” Maddox
loves treats and is a
very good boy”




























Maddox Siberian Husky x 3yrs 16kgs Male Sponsor: With lots of love from your friend Marg

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REHABILITATION is an important word because of it many animals go on to find wonderful homes.
Many dogs come to DoggieRescue with massive medical issues, through long term neglect. In fact I
am sure they are dumped for that very reason—the vet bills are just so high that it is easy to dump
that dog and get a new puppy. Dogs like sweet Robbie who is overcoming his issues and feeling
much better these days, and Marley whose health is improving more than we thought possible .



Marley Bull Arab x 8mths Male Marley is a
friendly happy pup who loves to play with other
young dogs. He is affectionate with people
however he has a slight disability that does not
affect his life span. As he is growing he seems to
manage his balance better and it does not
interfere with his doggy play. Marley is also child
friendly and would suit 12+yo.
























Robbie Lowchen x 12yrs 15kgs Male Robbie
came from the pound in a very sad state. He was
blind and deaf and had a other medical issues as
well. He is slowing improving with the help of our
vets. Robbie is now on heart medication and his
kennel cough and diarrhoea are gone. His ear
infections are under control and his eyes are
under medication. He may even get some vision
back. He has arthritis and is on nutraceuticals.
Despite all this he is the sweetest boy.
Sponsor: “ Wising you a very Happy New Year!” 3.
Lesley Cansdell & Titch


Sponsor Marley: “ To help him to find a home as
good as Napoleon’s!” Jackson

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REHABILTATED also are the Siberian
Huskies rescued from a terrible hoarding
situation around twelve months ago. They
have put on weight, are now playing..
or sleeping their day away without a care
in the world.

Our wish at DoggieRescue is
that all these beau ful dogs
find the homes they deserve
this year.




















Nova Siberian Husky x 3yrs 16.2kgs Female



Nova is one of the smaller huskies who is walking
well on lead. She is confident and enjoys human
attention. Nova is child tolerant. Sudden
movements and noises frighten her. She is very
treat motivated and walkers say: “Nova is a
beautiful girl and gives you lots of licks while being
cuddled.” She likes running and lots of zoomies.
Very obedient. “Sponsorship is next best thing to
owning a dog!” Linda Bushell

Blizzard has progressed a lot since being with us.
She now gets excited to go for a walk and walks
on loose lead, ignoring dogs and cars. She can be
shy at first but soon warms up with treats which
she loves! Please sponsor Blizzard and help her
to find a home…
Blizzard Siberian Husky x 3yrs 20kgs Female

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BENNET HAS BEEN WAITING FOR A FAMILY SINCE A SMALL PUP...




MEET OUR COVER
BOY...Bennet is a friendly
playful Staffy pup. He is
social with other young pups
and is slowly learning to
walk on lead and is doing
really well. Ideal for an
active family who will
train him and keep him
stimulated. Bennet has
been our mascot dog at
events and even copes with
busy dog friendly city pubs.

Walkers say: “Gorgeous
little man. Very loving, gen-
tle and good with kids
COMET STAR
(9 & 12yr olds ). Loves
sniffing in bushes and
responds to commands.
Not reactive to other dogs
but can be excitable.”























3.




Bennet Staffy x 12mths Male Sponsor: “ Hoping 2023 finds you in a loving home!” Naomi Schuermans

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JJ and Mini have been
together since pups. Mini
looks to JJ for reassurance.
Both are timid but energetic
dogs who find many things
new experiences so it takes
a while for them to get used
to things. They are very
affectionate dogs who love
to climb all over you together
for affection and attention.
They want a home together.







COMET STAR


JJ Fox Terrier x Jack Russell 1yr 7.3kgs Male & Mini Miniature Foxy x 1yr 4.2kgs Female
Sponsor: “In loving memory of Ricky, Pepe & Cindy!” Malki & Chandra





Penny Staffy x Bulldog
3-4yrs 26.8kgs Female

Penny has only recently
come from a pound and is
still settling in. She seems
an affectionate and curious
girl and is also quite alert.

Please sponsor Penny and
help her to find a home…




3.

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IS 2023 THE


Oslow enjoys YEAR THAT
being patted and
cuddled and he will YOU MAKE A
sit on command
and seems easy to DIFFERENCE?
train. He is best
suited to a family
with arctic breed • If you are thinking about
experience.
VOLUNTEERING then 2023
is the TIME!

• If you are interested in
becoming a FOSTER CARER
again the time was never
better to give a homeless dog
a family situation instead of
COMET STAR kennels.

• There are many different
ways you can run a
FUNDRAISER for the
animals too!

• Needing a new family
member? Remember …
ADOPT, DON’T SHOP.



CLICK HERE FOR
Oslow Norwegian Elkhound 1yr 19.3kgs Male
Please sponsor Oslow and help him to find a home... MORE DETAILS...


BOOK YOUR PHOTOSHOOT TODAY!





3.

Enquiries: Kevin Case 0406 562 518
[email protected]
www.unleashednorthernbeaches.com

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LONG TERM DOG ALVIN—A small dog with a big smile

IN FOCUS By LESLEY DoggieRescue Volunteer Walker

Alvin can be a little timid (with strangers or in new
surroundings) but he is a very sweet boy once you get to
know him. It can be lovely just to sit and relax with him.
He has at least a friend at the shelter, Piper, who is a Kelpie
x Staffy and much bigger than him. He is happiest when he is
on an adventure with her, me and Sonya (another volunteer).
He is very fond of Sonya and loves walking at the side of her
leg. He and Piper are an interesting pair to watch in that he is
fairly quiet and shy, whereas she is an overgrown goofy
puppy at heart, who loves to sit on your lap (even if she
doesn’t fit). When the two of them walk together, it often
seems like they are trying to trip us up by constantly
swapping places. Like many dogs, he does like to stick his
nose out the car window – not too far of course in case cars
or tree branches are too close.

The first time we took Alvin to the water, he was not only
paddling with head held high, but at times running, full of
Alvin relaxing in the summer breeze excitement, like a small child seeing presents under the
CLICK HERE Christmas tree for the first time.
You can see when he is happy as he
seems to get a smile on his face. He also Alvin (with Piper at the
seems to be quite perceptive. On the way beach), patiently awaiting
back to the car after a recent water visit, his turn for cuddles
Sonya told Alvin that we had to go back
because she had other dogs to walk.
Without the slightest exaggeration, he let
out an immediate whimper, seemingly in
reply. I know animals can be perceptive,
but did he really understand what she
was saying?

Alvin shines when he is paddling in
water, so would love it if any prospective
family would take him to some shallow
water occasionally. Other than that, he
is just looking for a bit of patience and
understanding to give him time to warm
up to new places and new people. I hope
this gorgeous little boy finds a loving
forever home very soon.

Sponsor: “In loving memory of our Macey
girl!” Susan Dorahy

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RESOLUTION 2023 - GIVE A HUSKY A HOME!






















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5 6 7 8

1. Spirit Siberian Husky x 2yrs 11.4kgs Male Sponsor: “ Wishing you luck!” PRINT LAB SYDNEY
2. Jango Siberian Husky x1yr 21.7kgs Male Sponsor:“ In loving memory of George Coleman!” Yasmin & family
3. Winter Siberian Husky x 3yrs 18.9kgs Female Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Joey & Rosie!” Pat Broderick
4. Leia Siberian Husky x 3yrs 15kgs Female Sponsor: “Good luck!” Chase Haslington
5. Coconut Siberian Husky x 7yrs 16.6kgs Female Please sponsor me and help me to find a home..
6. Sassy Siberian Husky x 4yrs 17kgs Female Sponsor: “In loving memory of Pepe, Ricky & Cindy!”Malki & Chandra
7. Arya Siberian Husky x 4yrs 18.1kgs Female Sponsor: “ In loving memory of PoppyPants!” Love from Michelle
8. Tundra Siberian Husky x 4yrs 18kgs Male Sponsor: “ You deserve a home!” Tilly, Jasper & Karen

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DID YOU KNOW? HUSKIES ARE BETTER IN PAIRS!






















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5 6 7 8

1. & 2. Autumn Siberian Husky x 7yrs Female & Denali Siberian Husky x 3yrs Female. Both 12.5kgs. BONDED.
Sponsor:” In loving memory of Squirtle!” Nikie & Jeroen & “In loving memory of Otto & ex DR Rohan!” Gail Starkey
3. Malaki Siberian Husky 4yrs 14.9kgs Male Sponsor: “ Wishing you a happy home!” Tony Suters
4. Summer Siberian Husky x 3yrs 11.4kgs Female Sponsor: “ May you find a deserving home!” Peter Simpson
5. Echo Siberian Husky x 3yrs Male Sponsor: “In memory of Keziah!” Mummy Karen, Sherry & Spot Trafford
6. Fox Siberian Husky x 3yrs 14kgs Male Sponsor: The Students at The Sydney School of English
7. Chinook Siberian Husky x 3yrs 18kgs Female Sponsor: “In memory of Jess & Jody!” Michele & Steve Tamassy
8. Ranger Siberian Husky x 3yrs 18kgs Male Sponsor: “In memory of Poppy & Evie & for Sam!” Brenda Harris

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HELP A HUSKY LIFE

SAVER PROGRAM

HELP US TO CARE FOR AND
REHABILITATE OUR HUSKIES

You can help secure the long term future of our
Raj Huskies by committing to a regular donation.


ABOU T OU R HU SK IE S ABOUT OUR HELP A HUSKY LIFE SAVER PROGRAM

Late in 2021 a number of Animal Rescue Groups Although DoggieRescue has 60-70 dogs in the Ingleside
joined forces in a mass rescue of nearly 100 mixed- shelter at any point in time, the sudden influx of 30 huskies
breed Huskies from a hoarding situation in country places great strain on our facilities, volunteer staff and
NSW. DoggieRescue played a large part in this by kennel hands, as well as the obvious costs in providing
agreeing to take in 30 Huskies and Husky crosses to medical attention, micro chipping, de-sexing, and ongoing
food and training for the pets.
our Ingleside shelter.

YOU CAN HELP! IT'S AS EASY AS 1,2,3!


We are seeking people who are willing to 1. Choose the monthly amount that you are able to
become regular donors for our Help a Husky donate - Silver $30/mth, Gold $60/mth or Platinum $90/mth
Life Saver program.
2. Let us know if you want your name displayed on our
Life Savers will be asked to donate on a website next to your allocated dog, and if so what name
monthly basis with this money going directly you would like displayed
to pay for the on-going costs of caring for the
Huskies, including veterinary fees, feeding, 3. Sign up for the monthly debit using Paypal or by
and rehabilitation. entering your Credit Card details, and that's it!


Each Life Saver will be allocated a Husky, and, if you want, you will see your name on our
website against your dog, receive regular personalised information about him or her,
and help us to provide a forever home for each and every dog.


When your dog is adopted you will automatically be assigned another wonderful and deserving DoggieRescue
dog, or you can support another dog of your choice by emailing us on [email protected]


For more details on Help a Husky Life Saver see our website on
https://doggierescue.com/donate/become-a-help-a-husky-life-saver/

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NANOOK MISKA




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Kayuh Siberian Husky x 4yrs 10.5kgs Male Sponsor: “ In loving memory of my beloved Mojo!” Lorraine
Miska Siberian Husky x 5yrs 21kgs Female Please sponsor me and help me to find a home..
Nanook Siberian Husky x 4yrs 15.1kgs Female Sponsor: “In loving memory of Ralph, Floyd & Steffie!” Verena
Raj Siberian Husky x 9yrs 14.2kgs Male Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Ian, Tia & Muffin!” Kathryn & Paul

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Featuring star ex DR doggie Chippy
Pizzey & his pearls of wisdom


CHIPPY
HAPPY NEW
YEAR!

Hi Fans,

This year I decided to sit up with
Mum and Dad and wait for the
New Year to appear. Mum
picked out her favourite DVD’s
MEET BLUE ( we don’t have Netflix ) and Dad
THE DOGGIE got out the Monte Carlo biscuits. I
WITH THE was so excited—what does a
HAPPIEST NEW New Year look like? Can’t wait.
YEAR SMILE!
Dad fell asleep ( with a Monte
Blue is an Carlo in his hand ), then a few
American Staffy hours later Mum started to sag, Mum and Dad stretch
x about 1 year and ended up asleep on Dad’s and awake. “I guess we
of age and he shoulder. So looks like I will be slept through the New
loves to play! seeing the New Year in alone. Year” Mum says. Last
With my chin on the window sill I time I wait up for the
SUIT KIDS waited. And waited. Monte Carlo New Year, I mumbled to
12YRS + in Dad’s hand no longer… yum. myself as I waddle into
Finally...a few cheers and hoots my bed. But, at least I
Sponsor Blue & from the neighbours. The New got a Monte Carlo.
help him to find Year is here!!! I looked and
a kind home... looked? Everything is the same? A very happy 2023 to
Where is the New Year? everyone! Chips


Cordial’s Goals for 2023



GET MORE CUDDLES

TRY NOT TO HOG THE TREATS


CELEBRATE MY FIRST BIRTHDAY

FIND MY SOUL MATE


CORDIAL 11 months Ginger/White Male. CLICK HERE for more details on this cute little fellow.

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CATCHING UP


WITH “ TEDDY”


Hi Kids,

Having a dog is great fun and I am loving being a
part of my new family. I was adopted in May 2022
and I wanted to let everyone now how happy I am,
and how loved…

I used to be called Peter Rabbit but because I look
like a Teddy Bear I am now called , of course
“ Teddy ”. I wanted to tell you about my new life...




My mummy says I have so many wonderful
qualities…

• I have no separation anxiety at all (yay!)
• I love being a lap dog
• I love lying on Mummy & Daddy and
listening to their heartbeats (see photo!)

I guess I am just the sweetest most loving little dog
ever. Not the brightest or bravest but I make up for it
with my immense cuteness!

I have learnt…

• Nothing bad ever happens in my new home,
no need to be afraid of umbrellas
• Sleeping in a crate at night next to mum is
awesome
• I don’t growl at the cat, she’s just curious
• There’s this thing called going on a walk on
a leash, and turning around to go home, and
sniffing every corner and tree then weeing
on it is super fun, plus I meet other dogs!

I have a little bladder problem and pee all the time so
DID YOU KNOW? I love wearing clothes and have a I am in nappies. I have quite a wardrobe of them, the
lot of cute outfits, like my New Year party hat!!!. tartan ones are my favourite!
Mummy says I have more clothes than she does!

MY NEW YEAR RESOLUTION : TO LOOK FOR MORE TREATS! I am on a special diet and live every day
for my dry treats which I get through the day ( leaving the home, bed1me in crate, walking on a leash
and distrac1ng me from a3acking a bigger boisterous dog!! Lead aggression… works a treat!)

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2023




Is this the year you adopt
a senior doggie?
https://www.facebook.com/
jolyonsphotography
“ SENIOR DOGS HAVE A LOT
TO OFFER AND LOVE LIVING
LIFE TOO!” JASON

Melvin, a Maltese x 12 years old,
pictured at right on his adoption day
last August with new daddy.

Melvin’s New Year
Postcard—LIVING THE LIFE
Insta: @life_as_melvin




























Above : Melvin on the way home…

At right: “ Sorry Dad, this is my bed...no ZZZZ
room for you too!” ZZZZzzzz

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ROAD TRIP TO PORT MACQUARIE ...TO MEET MY NEW GRANDPARENTS..

Looking forward to 2023 where I
have a ‘BUCKET LIST” including…

• My first doggie ice cream
• My first swim in the ocean/river
• My first road trip along East
Coast

I’m going to get Dad to put it all in his
“ Tuckered out after celebrating my first Christmas diary that I gave him for Christmas..
with Dad, opening all my presents from Santa and Got to go now..lots to do! Melvin
then a New Year’s party. ”

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION? GIVE A SENIOR DOG THE TIME OF HIS LIFE!

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Hello everyone, I've been volunteering at Monika's Doggie Rescue for almost
6 years now, 2 – 3 days a week in a variety of roles including; harnessing, dog
walking, enrichment and kennel hand duties. I love spending time at the shelter and
find it extremely enjoyable and rewarding. Each month it will be my pleasure to tell
you about some of the beautiful dogs patiently waiting for their forever homes.


JUST CALL ME “DOUGIE!”


I'd like to start with a senior boy; my old friend Dougie (officially named
BY JANELLE HOLLIS Douglas). Dougie is about 10 years old and a gorgeous mix of rough collie,
border collie, cattle dog, terrier and even some sharpei!
DR Volunteer


IT’S A LONG ROAD
THAT HAS NO TURNING

I first met Dougie when
CLICK HERE he arrived at the shelter
in 2017 after he was
rescued from the pound.
He had been living rough in
bush land for some time,
having to fend for himself
and scavenge for food.
We think he had also
suffered some abuse.
Understandably Dougie
was frightened and hungry,
distrustful of people and
didn't want to be handled.

Dougie has come a long
way since then and is
very popular at the
shelter, but he is still
wary of strangers.
When Dougie sees his
friends the love just shines
out of his beautiful face.
It's almost as if his eyes
become heart shaped!
He jumps around like a
young pup and does a
lovely little happy dance.
He will sidle up close to his
friends and they can stroke
him gently. Seeing his face
always makes me feel
instantly happy.

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“Once you become his
friend you are a friend

for life and Dougie
won’t forget you.”








































It's not really that hard to become a member of It's my hope that Dougie will find a kind, caring
the Dougie fan club. If you are prepared to take and understanding person who will cherish him.
him on some leisurely walks, give him some yummy I would love to see the remaining years of Dougie's
treats and respect his personal space, you are well life full of the love and tenderness he deserves, to
on the way. He just needs time to know he can trust try and make up for the first part of his life. He will
you and that you are one of the good guys. probably never forget those early years, but wouldn't
it be wonderful to help replace those bad memories
Dougie likes to be around his people and feel part of with happy ones.
the family. He also really likes tasty food and access
to a nice comfy sofa would be a big plus! Sponsor: “ Hoping it is truly a Happy New Year for
you dear Dougie!” Lisa Suters

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AS WE GO INTO A NEW YEAR THERE ARE SO MANY SPECIAL DOGS WHO ARE NO LONGER
WITH US. HERE I CELEBRATE THE LIVES OF A FEW WHO STAND OUT IN MY MEMORY….


Harry had a very special
bond with his dad...






Harry with is toy

















The GANG!



“ I will always remember Harry West not just because his family came all the way from Tasmania
to adopt him but also that they became one of our longest, most valued sponsors!”

A DOG'S LIFE— HARRY WEST
When I got to DR I immediately spotted Happy (as he
Harry's beautiful face appeared on my computer was known then) racing round his pen with an entourage
screen in late February 2008 and I fell in love with of about a dozen little followers! He was pretty dirty but
him. My husband, Roger, and I already had two he was mine! I had the honour of drying him off after his
dogs, Poppy a Cairn terrier, and Luke a Bichon Frise bath and we set off on the long trip home. I smuggled him
x JR, both rescue dogs, but we thought if we can love into a motel the first night, and the second night into a
2 then we can love 3. The only problem was that we caravan. It was terribly hot weather and on the 3 day
rd
lived in Tasmania and Harry was in Sydney. That my car air conditioner broke down but finally we arrived.
didn't stop me, I was in love!

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Harry lost his mojo; he never again wagged his tail
Harry settled in so well in Tassie. We had an acre of
land and he liked to bark through the fence at the after Luke died, and clung to me desperately, suffering
dog next door, and chase our sheep, him on one side regular panic attacks. He responded quite well to
of their fence and them teasing him on the other. medication and plodded around, following me
In late 2009 we moved to Victoria where the dogs wherever I went. Just after Christmas 2021 I needed to
all loved their garden with winding paths and places go out for an hour and left Harry peacefully sleeping at
home. It was a 40 degree day and when I got home
to hide. Harry would chase a ball for hours, and loved
to chase the postman on his motor bike. He was Harry was nowhere to be found. I searched the garden
definitely "my" dog, as Luke was Roger's, and Poppy and found him collapsed against a hot colourbond
didn't mind who she slept with at night. Tragedy fence in the full sun. I rushed him to the vet but he had
struck in September 2010 when Roger died at age suffered terminal heatstroke. The vet thought he had
55, leaving me with a huge house and garden and 3 had a brain episode while outside going to the toilet
and could not find his way back inside.
dogs to look after.

I moved to a more manageable house in the same It broke my heart to lose him and my life became
town and we puddled along nicely until 2018 when I awfully lonely. He was the last of my happy little family
couldn't stand living in a small, close-knit country of husband and 3 dogs. However, a miracle happened
town any longer and moved to Mt. Gambier. Poppy and in March this year the local animal welfare league
found me a little older dog who now has a home with
passed away just before I moved; she was 15 and
had liver cancer. The two boys and I arrived in Mt. me, and it is wonderful to have a dog to nurture again.
Gambier during the coldest, wettest winter. They had
a lovely big grassy back garden to run around in and Harry was a special, laid-back, gentle boy and secretly
we lived a 20 minute drive from the coast so they (by a whisker) my favourite dog out of the 7 I have had
got to go to the beach occasionally. However I had in my life. I still miss him but am thankful to have had
become very crippled and needed to walk with a him and grateful to DR for his care while he was there.
wheelie so the outings became fewer. Luke tragically I called him my $3000 dog as it cost that for the trip to
Sydney and back (food, accommodation, petrol,
lost the use of his back legs suddenly in October
2020, so it was just Harry and me. adoption fee, Spirit of Tasmania fare, blown-up car) but
he was worth every cent! Jane West, Harry’s Mum





A LIFETIME OF LOVE…

OLIVER MAURICE GOUGH


“ What was it about Oliver that
stood out? I remember a beach
scene early on with Oliver and his
beau ful family. A red headed
small boy and a ginger scruffy,
extremely cute li!le dog…”




Continued next page...
A BOY AND HIS DOG—Oliver with best mate Finn

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Our family was so fortunate to have Oliver with us Oliver was the sweetest, gentlest most loving little
for 15 yrs. We all adored him and our children grew scruff you could ever meet. He was always smiling
up playing on the beach with him every day and and ready to play, and he was such a talker! He would
snuggling in bed every night. Oliver went every join in conversations and howl in tune when we sang.
where with us and when we moved to our new place We miss him achingly. Oliver will always be with us
in the country on 100 acres, he settled right in as our and sleeps under the beautiful crepe myrtle tree near
farm boy! his favourite spot xxx Donna, his mum


















The sweetest
‘scruff’ you could
imagine...

Oliver was adopted in 2007
and was sixteen years old
when he passed away in 2022.
Oliver loved to join in any singing...with sister Isla





Oliver & Finn had
a special bond














“ Oliver lived a beautiful happy life right to the end and was adored by us all.” Donna

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Goodbye Elliot the Bankstown Brawler.
By Bradley Gray


You had 3 or 4 previous owners. Multiple instances
where you went off grid. There was a strong
possibility you were a stud dog at a puppy farm (you
certainly had an embarrassingly large donger for a
little guy). Then time as a street dog before
incarceration at Bankstown pound.

You came to us 6 years ago aged 12. You weighed
2.6kg and were obviously traumatised. You showed
an inordinate interest in blue sky and rain which
implied you hadn't spent a lot of time outdoors. We
fed you up to a still lean 4kg where you proved
yourself to be the Alfa Male no matter who the other
dog was (which wasn't always the smartest thing).

You were a great mate to our other dog George and
taught him many naughty things like how to knock
over a garbage bin to get more food.

You always made us laugh at your aloofness,
ambivalent attitude and disinterest in human contact.
18 years was a good run and we'll always remember
you. We miss you dearly and always will. “ You are my #1 dog of many great dogs. See
you on the other side little mate.” Bradley Gray

























Three very different dogs who each in their own way made a huge impact on their families’ lives
with their amazing personali es. How wonderful that they were given a chance to live, and to love.

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Q U E S T I O N S & A N S W E R S W I T H “ L U N A G E O R G E ”


If I wasn’t me I’d like to be : a dog owner

Food that makes me drool is : probably...ROAST
CHICKEN.. yum!

My favourite place in the world is : in Dad’s arms

My tail wags most when: I hear my Dad’s voice

I often wonder : how I got this lucky!

When I heard I was to star in DoggieRescue
magazine I : it took me a while but I felt very honoured
and special

My nickname is : not really a nickname but I am also
called “ Luna my angel” or “Luna my darling”.

Everyone looks at me and says: you are a lucky dog
Luna but Mum says that they are the lucky ones to
have found me!

My happiest moments are : spending time with my
family resting place

I am so excited : to have a family and a home

My greatest achievement is : not becoming vain
because I am so gorgeous.. I even have my own mirror

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I must tell you that I have a few: resting places! Three
actually!!! My bedroom for the night, near the garage where I
have another bed, water…and… classical music! I have a mat
in the lounge room with my toybox and I have a trampoline bed
outside on the deck with a baby pool for the summer.
We all
Training my humans has been fun because: they just loooove
love Luna!
me so very much!

You should adopt a rescue dog because: they know
what it is like to have no family and really appreciate
being loved.

My New Year’s Resolution is: to continue my
training on walking and to play with other dogs. ADOPTED &

On New Year’s Day I will be: with my family and LOVING LIFE!
be loved.













Luna & her bestie
Luna relaxes Poppy having cuddles
with Celine



2022 COVER REVISITED…

For our cover revisited doggie I have chosen Nikita. The very
beautiful cover photo of Nikita’s wistful face as she wonders just
where her forever family is touches your heart.

Nikita still waits for a home...Here is a little bit about her!

Nikita Staffy x 2yrs 14.5kgs Female Nikita is a very affectionate
girl who is much calmer out of a shelter environment. She is keen
to walk and walks on loose lead. She is reactive to cars but ignores
most dogs. She enjoys pats and belly rubs. On site walkers say: CLICK FOR
"the loveliest dog”. Nikita is a sweet but nervous insecure dog who LARGER PHOTO
needs an experienced family. Nikita is very stressed at the shelter.
SEEKING A HOME OR FOSTER HOME Click here for details

Sponsor: “ Wishing you a happy New year!” Ruth Wall

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LONG TERM
DOG IN FOCUS MY MATE “MASON”

By LISA FRASER DoggieRescue Volunteer Walker



Sweet Little Mason is as smart as a whip and a
very affectionate boy who likes to be as close
to you as he can. He really enjoys a cuddle
and if you are sitting next to him, he’ll
strategically place a paw on your chest so that
you stay right where you are.















Walking with Mas is always a very relaxing experience as he
never pulls on the lead and just trots along right by your side.
He also doesn’t react to other dogs unless they really give him a
hard time. Even then he would just give a bit of a grumble.
I always think he would be great for someone who has a really “ Mason would be best
stressful job as he can chill you out in an instant! suited to someone familiar with
the working dog breed and how
intelligent they are. “


Mason can be a bit snappy with certain
strangers as is typical with a lot of
Heelers and so just needs someone
who is willing to do a little training with him.
He really is, when you get to know him,
such a lovely boy. Treat Mason
with the care he deserves and he’ll be
a friend for life.


Mason Cattle x 3yrs 19kgs Male
Sponsor: "In loving memory of Ricky, Pepe
& Cindy!” Malki & Chandra

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SIX SAFETY TIPS

for keeping your dog
safe from snakes

Originally published / reprinted from the
Australian Dog Lover website
(www.australiandoglover.com) Written by
Mark Pelley, aka The Snake Hunter

EDITOR’S NOTE: Living in country NSW brown snakes, and the less venomous red belly black snake
are a part of life. The danger is always there, especially so for dogs and just yesterday I no'ced a
black snake not far from our house. Below are some 'ps by Mark Pelley, The Snake Hunter, and
next month we follow up with ‘ How to iden'fy a snake and what to do if your dog is bi.en’. It
pays to be vigilant as snake bites can be lethal, for humans as well as your beloved pet.
1:) Keep your backyard tidy by clearing undergrowth,
4:) Obedience train your dog as much as you can,
filling holes in the ground, mowing the lawn so he/she has excellent recall and listens to you. Also
regularly, and clearing away toys and tools, which all walk your dog on a lead for there is less chance your
make great hiding places for snakes. Keep walkways dog will be bitten if they are beside you the whole time.
clear of brush, flowers and shrubs
5:) If you see a snake, call a local snake catcher and

2:) Clean up any spilled food, fruit or bird seed, follow their instructions. Do this whether you think
which can attract rodents and therefore snakes. Store the snake is alive or dead. Snakes are not looking to
any firewood away from the house. No matter how interact with people or pets, however, they will defend
clean and tidy the home and backyard are, there are themselves if threatened or hurt. Do not let your dog
always opportunities for snakes to enter and stay in examine dead snakes, as they still have venomous
your property. fangs. Also, the snake may not be dead.


3:) Snakes can operate at any time of day or night
and can be found in all seasons. Snakes do not run 6:) Do not let your dog explore holes or dig under
away from sound or vibration and they can easily enter rocks or logs and keep away from high grass and rocks,
the home or backyard. Using ‘Snake repellents’ or where snakes like to rest. Dogs are inquisitive by nature
‘snake proof fencing’ is no guarantee of protection. so keep them under close supervision.
















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We are proud to sponsor Monika’s DoggieRescue.
Talk to us now on 0478 417 425 or [email protected]

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THE DOGS THAT


SANTA FORGOT!



A L L T H E Y W A N T E D W A S A H O M E F O R C H R I S T M A S ,
S A D L Y S A N T A D I D N O T C O M E T O T H E S E D O G G I E S




















1. 2. 3. 4.


















5. 6. 7. 8.

1. Roo Kelpie x Ridgeback 3yrs Female Sponsor: “ Happy New Year sweetie!” Sam & Joy Jenkins
2. Eden Staffy x Cattle 7yrs Female Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Sach Baille!” Kathryn
3. Butters American Staffy 2yrs 26.5kgs Male Please sponsor Butters and help him find a home...
4. Avery American Staffy 7yrs 28kgs Female Please sponsor Avery and help her to find a home...
5. Thomas American Staffy x 7yrs 29kgs Male Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Annie Burr” Elisa & family
6. Frenchie Kelpie x Staffy 7mths Female Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Pepe!” Malki & Chandra
7. Kobe Amstaff 3yrs 26.5kgs Male Sponsor:“ My fingers are crossed!” Pam Robson
8. Chippy American Staffy x 3yrs 25.5kgs Male Sponsor: The Australian Writers Association

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WHAT’S TRENDING ON….
Follow the DoggieRescue news/
see videos of the dogs/ catch up
with our day to day happenings
& much more


























8.














11.

1. Ruby Pointer x Staffy 2yrs 33.3kgs Female Sponsor: “In loving memory of Linda & PeeWee!” Pat Knorr
2. Atticus Labrador x Mastiff 4yrs 33kgs Male Sponsor:“ A happy home soon!” Julie McCann
3. Hugo Rottweiler x 5yrs 23kgs Male Sponsor: “Just ‘cause you’re a good boy!” Jane & Romeo
4. Moe Staffy x 3yrs 21kgs Male Sponsor: “ This sponsorship is my gift to you!” Jeff
5. Leonardo Shepherd x 7yrs 26kgs Male Sponsor: “Just ‘cause you’re such a good boy!” Jane & Romeo
6. Obi Rotty x Kelpie 2yrs 26.3kgs Male Sponsor: “ Just ‘cause you’re a good boy!” Jane & Romeo
7. Max Bull Arab x 3yrs 38.2kgs Male Sponsor: “ A precious big boy I hope you find a home soon!” Freddi Martin
8. Breezy Cattle Dog x 4yrs 22kgs Male Sponsor: “ For the lovely Lily & the joyous Jenner!” Lisa Kane
9. Chuck Rottweiler x 4yrs 35kgs Male Sponsor: “ Happy New Year sweetheart!” With love from Janelle & Ed
10. Alkira Husky x Shepherd 12mths Male Please sponsor me and help me to find a home...
11. Fig Kelpie x Ridgeback 4yrs 23.6kgs Female Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Pebbles!” Sigrid
12. Tessa Kelpie x Shar Pei 8yrs 16.9kgs Female Sponsor: “ Wishing you a happy future sweetheart!” Ed & Janelle

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NEW YEAR RESOLUTIONS

FOR YOUR PET!



RESOLUTION
2023..FIND A
FAMILY



























14 COMMON SENSE IDEAS TO MAKE YOUR DOG HAPPIER & HEALTHIER IN 2023
( with thanks to DoggieRescue model Lola )


1: Measure their Food 3: Start a Pet Savings Fund
‘Eating better’ is often at the top of everyone’s resolution As our pets age, their medical needs can become
list and the same should be made for our pets! Part of more complex and can result in higher costs
this diet change involves paying close attention to how associated with medical care. Putting aside a
much food you give them. Most owners ‘eyeball’ their reasonable amount of money per month will ensure
pet’s daily food intake, resulting in overfeeding and that you never have to compromise when it comes to
weight gain. Instead, use a measuring cup to ensure getting your pet the best care possible, or invest in
your pet gets just the right amount of food for their appropriate pet insurance
individual need.
4: Get smart travelling with your dog
;2: Teach a New Trick When it comes to travelling with your pet––whether it
Make your pet’s mental health and overall behaviour a is in the car, on a plane, or just a hike in the wilderness
priority. Teaching your pet a new trick can be great for ––safety is the most important factor to keep in mind
stimulating their brain and keeping them young at heart

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5: Whip up some homemade treats
Love to get your hands dirty in the kitchen? Making
homemade treats and meals is an excellent way to have
fun, spoil your pet, and provide some healthy alternatives
to commercial pet food products

6: Give them a Good Groom
Regular brushing and grooming remove excess fur from
the coat, reducing the amount you find on your clothes and
furniture. It also helps distribute oils from the skin to the fur,
maintaining the health and shine of their coat

7: Update Their Tags
Many pet owners forget to keep their pet’s identification COMPILED BY: ROLAND
tags up to date. If any of your contact information has BRIEFREL
changed since the last time you had your pet vaccinated
or registered, you ought to update their tags and microchip 14: A Daily Act of Kindness
information. It is the best way to ensure their safe return If it takes nothing away from a human to be kind
home in the event they go missing
to an animal, then let’s all be kind to at least one
8. Make Time to Play : Have some fun with your dog! animal a day and improve the lives of at least
365 animals this year
9 : Clear Out Old Toys
Just as we often declutter our homes of old clothes, toys,
and junk in the New Year, our pets need the same
service. Stop holding on to old, destroyed, germ-filled
pet toys and replace them with new, exciting, and
stimulating ones.

10: Try a New Activity
Just as we often get bored with predictable daily routines,
and so do our pets! Try something new with your pet in the
coming year. Choose a new activity that you can do
together, like swimming or hiking.

11: Start a Medical Log
Keep a medical log of your pet’s vet visits, medications,
and special needs. Keeping a pet medical log can be
extremely helpful if you have to make an emergency trip
to the vet for something serious in the future.

12: Visit the vet
Perhaps, one of the most important resolutions for every
pet owner to make this year, is to take your pet to the vet
at least once a year. As much as we think we know what
is best for our pet, there can be underlying conditions
going on that only your veterinary staff is able to diagnose.

13: Donate to a Rescue Charity
It costs a lot of money to rescue a homeless animal and
every rescue shelter could do with a bit extra to help pay Lola Mastiff x 6yrs 38kgs Female
the bills. Make 2023 the year that you put your hand up to Sponsor Lola and help her to find a home!
help an animal in distress!

CLICK HERE

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12 LOVING
DOGS NEED
A FAMILY











































1. Gizmo Kelpie x Cattle 2yrs 35kgs Male Sponsor: “For our Rainbow Bridge mob!” Colleen & Ron
2. Belle Maltese x Shih Tzu 7yrs Female Sponsor: “In loving memory of all my woofs!” Susan Carovigno
3. Harlow American Staffy 4yrs Female Sponsor: “ You have a sponsor family, you are loved!” Fred & Annie Tse
4. Bowie Bulldog x Staffy 3yrs 31.8kgs Male Sponsor: “In loving memory of Lucky!” Kevin Lynch
5. Peyton Staffy x Bulldog 5yrs 27.7kgs Female Sponsor: “ Happy home very soon!” Ex DR doggie Pugsley
6. Jada American Staffy 7yrs 30kgs Female Sponsor : “Best wishes for a happy 2023!” Michael & Kim McTeigue
7. Pete Maltese x 11yrs 3.47kgs Male Sponsor: “In loving memory of Jakkson & Jack!” Gina Carovigno
8. Toto Cairn Terrier x 3yrs 10.5kgs Female Sponsor: “In loving memory of my precious fur babies.” Jane
9. Marvel Cattle x Kelpie 2yrs 20kgs Male Sponsor: “ To a happy future with a lot of love!” Janelle & Ed
10. Alaska Siberian Husky x 5yrs 16kgs Female Sponsor: “ I hope she finds a home!.” Gail Henderson
11. Nyx Shar Pei 3yrs 16.4kgs Female Sponsor: The Australian Writers Association
12. Panda Staffy x 5yrs Female Sponsor:“ In loving memory of Ricky, Pepe & Cindy!” Malki & Chandra

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HAPPY NEW YEAR
SUPER SENIORS





IS ADOPTING AN OLDER DOG ON YOUR BUCKET LIST FOR 2023?













SOLDIER THEODORE ALICE
12 11 13
Years Years Years

Soldier is a gentle, mature boy When Theodore wags his tail his Alice is a cuddly girl, once she
who deserves a lot of spoiling! whole body wags! A lovely boy. gets to know you. Suit only dog.















MURRAY DEZZY PEARL
10 11 9
Years Years Years

Murray is such an affectionate Dezzy is a gentle boy with people Pearl has had a rough life and
boy and social with other dogs. he knows but not good with this sweet girls deserves some
strangers. love.

1. Soldier Mini Poodle x 12yrs 5.3kgs Male Sponsor: “Hoping my good luck helps Soldier!” Ex DR doggie Lopez
2. Theodore Labrador x Mastiff 11yrs 38.7kgs Male Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Mum June!” Colleen & Ron
3. Alice Maltese x Shih Tzu 13yrs 6.2kgs Female Sponsor: “In memory of Sybil & Jed 2 strays!” Janet & Richard
4. Murray Amstaff x 10yrs 31kgs Male Sponsor: Kathryn Albury to the Specialist Rehabilitation Service
5. Dezzy Maltese x 11yrs Male Sponsor: “ A happy home for 2023!” Barbara
6. Pearl Staffy x 9yrs 30kgs Female Sponsor: “ A faithful friend forever!” Wendy McCathie

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1. Maisy Silky x 2yrs 9.3kgs Female Sponsor: “ Wishing you a happy home!” Martha
2. & 3. Champ Shar Pei x Staffy 8yrs 20kgs Male & Xanthe Staffy x Shar Pei 3yrs 19.2kgs Female BONDED
PAIR. Sponsors: Michael & Kim McTeigue SavourLife & “In memory of Poppy & Evie, & for Sam!” Brenda Harris
4. Leo Spitz x 8yrs 11.6kgs Male Sponsor: “A perfect home waits!” Janice, Tony & Marjie Martin
5. Eddison Kelpie x Rotty 2yrs Male Sponsor: “ From a lover of two dogs!” Lisa & Greg Doutty
6. Jarrah Kelpie x Staffy 2yrs 25.8kgs Male Sponsor: “A home for Christmas!” Jen, Angus & Phoenix
7. Troy Corgi x Cattle 3yrs 8.7kgs Male Sponsor: “Just ’cause you've been a good boy!” Jane & Romeo
8. Honey Mastiff x Labrador 3yrs 33kgs Female Sponsor: “ Best wishes for a loving home!” Jackie Tan
9. Peanut Staffy x Kelpie 2yrs 17.8kgs Male Sponsor: Just ‘cause you’re a good boy!” Jane & Romeo
10. Yankee Bull Arab x Pointer 3yrs 30kgs Male Sponsor: “In loving memory of Ian, Tia & Muffin!” Kathryn & Paul
11. Lilo Bull Terrier x 3yrs 28kgs Female Sponsor: “ In loving memory of Ralph, Floyd & Steffie!” Verena
12. Finn Amstaff x 4yrs 27kgs Male Sponsor: “ Hoping he finds a family!” Neil & Surbhi

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