Category: 2015 Profiles
Category: 2015 Profiles
Starlight Bartholomew-Fletcher
Sad news 12 August 2024 Starlight sadly passed away on Monday (12 August 2024) from cancer. History STARLIGHT HAS A FANTASTIC FOREVER HOME (7.6.2015) Kerrigan tells us Starlight is lovely and full of energy and is doing really well especially considering all her moves on the way to her longer stay in her foster home
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Marley Slaney
Sad News 11 August 2024 Marley’s mum let us know, “My beautiful boy Marley went to Rainbow Bridge last evening, 11th August 2024.He was adopted by me in 2015 and I can remember the day we collected him from David & Alyson as if it was yesterday.He was loved by all who knew him and
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Daisy Scott-Miller
Sad News 11 March 2024 Daisy’s dad wrote, “In July 2015, this beautiful dog joined our family from IRR. Daisy was just as described – confident, extremely affectionate and a curious young lady. Crazy Daisy made friends wherever she went , the vets, picnics, pubs and even just sitting at the front gates greeting passing
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Hector Spring
Sad news 6 October 2022 Hector’s mum, Laura, said, “Hector was rescued in 2015 with his new brother Alfie. Sadly, Hector had to say his goodbyes to us all 7yrs later but what a wonderful 7 years we have had with him. Our Hector was such a character who just simply enjoyed life. As a family, he gave us all so
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Honey Granger
Sad News 16 August 2022 Honey’s mum said, “My darling sweet Honey collapsed on her walk in the playing fields last night (16 August 2022) and passed away. It was very quick and she wouldn’t have known anything about it. She was in her favourite place with her best friend JJ. I am absolutely devastated
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Molly Taylor
Sad News 17 July 2022 Molly’s mum said, “It is with enormous sadness that I have to tell you of the death of Molly, my Maltese. Molly came to me on 11 October 2015 as part of a duo with her best friend Saphie, a Golden Retriever. Saphie went to the Rainbow Bridge on 31
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Barley Ellen
RIP Barley July 2022 I am absolutely heartbroken to announce the passing of my beautiful Barley a week ago. I am still in shock. Barley was just 7 years old and was one of ‘Bruce’s little bonus’ puppies. Barley passed very suddenly and very unexpectedly of a pericardial effusion. There was no way we would
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Sparky McCauley
Sad News 20 June 2022 Sparky’s mum, Carol, said, “This evening at 6.30pm I had to say my final night-night to my big man Sparky. To say I’ll miss him is an understatement, he was my constant shadow, cuddle bug, and draft excluder. My big son you have taken part of my heart with you,
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Lily Henshaw
Sad News 15 May 2022 Lily’s mum, Barbara let us know that, “My beloved Lily went peacefully over Rainbow Bridge on Sunday 15th May 2022. She had been stumbling a little on her short walks over the previous few days but deteriorated rapidly and lost the use of all four legs due to spinal cord
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Sad News April 2022 Milo’s mum said, “Heartbroken that we had to say goodbye to Milo. A very good boy who just wanted to please and who brought us so much happiness. Now at Rainbow Bridge causing havoc with Roxie. Run free Milo you will be missed. Two IRR dogs who came to us as
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Jake Jackson
Sad News, February 2022 Jake’s mum said, “We lost our beautiful polar bear, IRR Jake last week. He arrived on a cold wet November night in 2015 and lit up every day for us since. We are devastated, he helped us through some difficult times and brought us so much love, happiness and laughter.” History
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Magic Gibbs
Sad News 25 December 2021 Magic’s mum said, “It is with great sadness I tell you that my gorgeous boy Magic had to be put to sleep on Christmas Day. He had degenerative myelopathy and his back legs gave up. I hope I gave him the magical years you promised him when you named him,
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Gemini Jones
REMEMBERING GEMINI Lynne says “As this year draws to a close we must find the strength to say…………….. For the Memory of Sweet Gemini 2009 – March 2021 Run Joyfully precious Gemini,Run Safely in Trust For close around you crowd the heartsthat love because they mustAnd as we close you round about,guarding you with our
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Sad News July 2021 Roxie’s dad said, “Two weeks ago our lovely, adventurous, stubborn, gentle Roxie passed over Rainbow Bridge. She was twelve years old and had come to us via IRR, together with her sidekick Milo six years ago. She still loved exploring during her walks, but had become slower due her arthritis, for
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Dudley Thompson-Hurrell
Update May 2021 History DESTINED TO LIVE WITH SISTER, PEANUT Dudley is one of the 6 puppies born to Cassie on 1st May 2015. He is one of 4 boys, the others being Louis, Teddy and Murphy. The girls are Peanut and Unity. Rachel, their forever Mum, says Dudley and Peanut have settled in rather well. It didn’t faze them being in a new home at all
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Peanut Thompson-Hurrell
Update May 2021 History PEANUT WAS GOING TO BE WITH DUDLEY FOREVER Peanut is one of the 6 puppies born to Cassie on 1st May 2015. The 4 boys are Louis, Teddy, Murphy and Dudley. The other girl is Unity. Rachel, their forever Mum, told us Peanut and Dudley have settled into their new home rather well. Already almost completely housetrained, they have only had a
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Sam Winfield
Sad News 28th May 2021 Sam’s dad wrote, “Our IRR golden, Sam, passed away on Friday. He was 12.5 years old and had developed cancer. He shared our life for 6.5 years and was a wonderful dog. We miss him so much. Everywhere we go in the house or garden there are memories of him.
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Buddy Nelson Batey
Sad News 22 March 2021 Buddy passed to Rainbow Bridge on Monday 22 March 2021. Buddy’s mum, Amanda, described him as her “best failure” as he was initially one of her foster dogs, but he never left. HISTORY Buddy is 6 years old and neutered. He is a stunning looking dog. Buddy is a surrender.
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Buddy Crofton
Sad News 08.02.2021 Buddy was a Cocker Retriever X who was relinquished as his family were going abroad. He had lived outside tied up for five years. He had issues but slowly, through much patience learned to deal with them. He suffered from ‘Red Rage’ a syndrome which is common in mono coloured Cocker Spaniels
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Saphie Taylor
Sad News – 30 January 2021 Saphie’s mum, Janet, writes: “On 11 October 2015, that lovely lady Belinda and her husband Terry delivered Saphie, a goldie and Molly, a Maltese to me in Wales. The dogs were inseparable companions and although older, settled really well and were a pleasure to be with. I moved to
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Danny Grantham
A Sad Farewell (16.12.20) Danny’s mum, Vivienne, wrote, “I am writing to let you know that Danny, who I adopted from IRR on 15th March 2015, was put to sleep on Wednesday of this week. He had an abdominal scan just over a fortnight ago which showed a tumour on his liver so I knew
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February 2020 Rosie’s mum Trudie said: “We lost Rosie suddenly last February. She was always by my side. She was the most beautiful gentle loving elegant lady and wonderful mother to Ava and Moe right up to the end. I’m so glad she had a good few years with her pups including also seeing Barley
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Paddy Richmond
THE NEWS WAS ABSOLUTELY DEVASTATING (24th JULY 2020) A very upset Phil told us the really bad news about Paddy who had been their special needs foster dog in 2015 until he was adopted by Anne and family in January 2016. He said Paddy had suffered with peritonitis and, sadly, passed away that morning, Friday
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Bob Beavan
Bob passed to Rainbow Bridge on 1st April 2020. Barbara and John said, “We have had BOB for about 6 years, having adopted him from IRR in 2015, sadly, on April 1st 2020, he suffered a massive stroke, from which there was no recovery. During the time we had him he was great company for
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Shamrock Harvey
GOD CALLED HIS ANGEL BACK (15.5.2019) On 15th May 2019, Shamrock slipped peacefully away with his head in Paula’s lap. It was in the beautiful garden at Macqueen’s vets and all the family were there with him. A totally distraught Paula gave us the news we were all dreading “Sadly, at 9.05pm, my snuggle puppy Shamrock,
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Daisy Atfield
THE KIDS ARE GROWING UP NOW Like her Mum and siblings, Daisy is a prize winner even though she was a bit young to appreciate her first one. DAISY IS BECOMING A MATURE YOUNG LADY HISTORY OF A MAGNIFICENT SEVEN SHE WAS ANOTHER PRETTY LITTLE DAUGHTER Daisy was the second puppy of our Magnificent Seven
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Zeba Giblett
ZEBA’S FIRST HOLIDAY (July 2015) Julie tells us “Zeba has become a big part of our family and we could not imagine life without her now. She has lots of people wanting to make a fuss of her and saying how gorgeous she is…………..but we know that already!!!! We have our first one to one
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Turner
Turner is a large, affectionate 7 year old male. He has been neutered and vaccinated. HISTORY Turner has lived outside all his life and came to IRR as an emergency rescue due to physical abuse from neighbours. He has a history of barking which has totally calmed down now he is living inside with his
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Trixie Kerner
GREAT NEWS FROM HER FOREVER HOME (11.2.2015) Trixie is a beautiful Labrador /Retriever from Romania who was 2 years old when she arrived in 2015 . Ron tells us Trixie is highly intelligent. She is, clearly, bi-lingual as she sits and gives her paw when instructed in English!!!!!! She, already, walks on the lead by
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Tilly Rabson
WHAT AN AMAZING LADY (February 2003- 4.12.2018) On 4th December, a heartbroken Amanda told us “Our beautiful Tilly passed peacefully away at home this evening. She was an amazing 15 years 10 months old”. Tilly was happy, loving and affectionate and had that special brand of charm and wisdom that can only be achieved with
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TARRAN IS DOING REALLY WELL IN HIS FOREVER HOME (August 2015) Tarran is a small, dark, neutered, male Retriever Cross who was 4yrs old in 2015. Margaret tells us ” Tarran is doing very well. His coat is growing and he now has golden waves. Tarran is still wary of visitors to the house but
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Lance Oliver
UPDATE FROM HIS FOREVER HOME (JUNE 2015) Although a gorgeous boy, who is always much admired wherever they go, Lance is huge and much too big for most people. This meant he stayed in foster for a very long time and the inevitable happened with Mike falling in love with him and deciding to make
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HISTORY This beautiful boy was surrendered to IRR by his devastated owners who had loved him from a puppy but could no longer give him the time and attention he deserved because of unforeseen medical circumstances. PERSONALITY This boy is happy and friendly and loves his cuddles. HEALTH He is in good health, has been
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Saffie is a 7 year old female Golden Retriever who is not yet neutered. HISTORY She was rescued from a high kill Pound in Romania. PERSONALITY This sweet lady is very good but she can get scared. SOCIAL LEARNING Children: She is supposed to be very good with all kinds of people but we will
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Rosie
Rosie is a pure bred, light golden, Golden Retriever who was approximately 7 or 8 months old when she came into IRR care. She was not spayed as she has not yet had her first season. She was a healthy weight, was micro-chipped and had received the necessary vet checks to allow her to get
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Rosco
Rosco is an affectionate, independent one year old male, pure bred Golden Retriever. He has been neutered and vaccinated. HISTORY Rosco came to IRR through another Irish Rescue. PERSONALITY Rosco is affectionate and very playful. He loves to play with other dogs. SOCIAL LEARNING Rosco has had obedience training and knows a number of commands.
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Rory is almost 2 years old and is a cream coloured neutered male Golden Retriever. HISTORY He is very underweight. Rory is so affectionate that we think he would shut down quickly if left in kennels for any length of time so getting him out of kennels as soon as possible was a must. PERSONALITY
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Ronnie
Ronnie is one year 5 months old. He has been neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped. 16th March 2016 – Update from Ronnie’s Foster Home Ronnie is a fabulous boy and will flourish in his forever home. He is very loving and affectionate and will often come and put his head in your lap just for a
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Rocky
Rocky is a rather overweight 5 year old Golden Retriever. HISTORY Rocky was originally purchased as a pup to be a friend for a autistic son. Sadly, he needed a new home due to personal circumstances. PERSONALITY He loves adult company especially when being stroked and getting tons of attention. His owner said “Rocky is
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Robbie
Robin is a 5 year old male purebred Golden Retriever. He is deep gold in colour with a stunning personality. He is neutered, vaccinated and has his passport. HISTORY Unfortunately, Robin has had a lot of changes in his young life through no fault of his own. He has had two owners, the first suffered
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Robbie
Robbie is a one year old male Golden Retriever. He is neutered and vaccinated. HISTORY Robbie has come from a loving home and was reluctantly relinquished to IRR due partly to a change in family circumstances but primarily because he is a boisterous puppy! PERSONALITY Robbie is a bouncy, affectionate puppy in need of the
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Rex is a 5yr old intelligent, castrated male Golden Retriever who has a fantastic pedigree. He is microchipped and has been health checked by a vet and properly groomed, as are all the IRR dogs. HISTORY The decision to rehome them was heartwrenching but there was no option and the reassurance that IRR would find
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Rafi Summers
RAFI IN HIS FANTASTIC FOREVER HOME (13.6.201 Helen, whose Mum and Dad adopted Rafi, tells us “Regarding the important issue of young Rafi, we simply can not thank you enough for him. Our much loved Labrador left a gaping hole when he passed, and it was always going to take a very special chap to fill
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Poppy Underhay
OUR MAGNIFICENT SEVEN HISTORY Poppy was the first born of our Magnificent Seven. She was one of four girls (Daisy, Rose and Honey) and three boys (Briar, Bramble and Shamrock) born to Lily on 13th and 14th June 2015. She is very similar to Rosie but has one blue eye unlike her sister’s two. POPPY
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Holly
Poppy is a 20 months old, playful Golden Retriever. She has been spayed. HISTORY Poppy was originally rescued from a pound in Serbia when she was 7 months old. Following her difficult start in life Poppy thrived in forever home. Following a change in family circumstances Poppy was returned to the care of Irish Retriever
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THE GOOD NEWS AND THE BAD NEWS (10.3.2015) The good news is Watson and Penelope are safe and living very happily in a lovely home with Paul and all their other dogs. Sadly, because of a large lump on his belly, Watson was taken to the vet where their worst fears were confimed and the
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Pele
UPDATE FROM PELE’S FOREVER HOME (APRIL/MAY 2015) In April, Pele was really good when he was registered with the vet but he weighed in at a well covered 37kg so Maurice and Shirley knew they had some work to do. The nurse gave them some good advice and suggested he went back to the weight
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Peggy Tester
A VERY SAD HISTORY Peggy is a 7 year old female Golden Retriever who was not yet neutered when she arrived in the UK. She was rescued from a high kill Pound in Romania. UK FOSTER ASSESSMENT This gorgeous girl is a little bit shy and afraid of new people. She is also scared of
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Ozzie & Jack Joblin
Ozzie (cream) and Jack (gold) are 5yr old Golden Retriever brothers who have been together since pups. They have no health issues and have been neutered. HISTORY IRR was privileged to take these two boys. Their owner, who had to reluctantly give them up due to a change of circumstances, would only entrust them to
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Radley Penney
RADLEY IS SO HAPPY IN HIS FOREVER HOME (12.4.2015) Helen tells us that Oisin, now Radley, and Merlin are already best mates. He had a wonderful first weekend with lots of new places to visit. He has been sniffing in the woods at Alderley Edge, went up to the Lake District for a paddle in
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Nushka
Age: 2-3 years Sex: Female – spayed History Nushka is a Golden Retriever X who had a dreadful start to life and was originally rescued from a high kill shelter in Romania. Personality Nushka is a calm, very friendly girl who adores cuddles and being fussed. Her fluffy appearance and gentle ways mean she could
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Noah
Noah is an intelligent, affectionate, 3 year old male Labrador. He came to IRR because a kind-hearted staff member of Carlow Kilkenny Pound contacted Kathryn, our Ireland Coordinator, to see if she could take him, literally hours before he was to be put to sleep. Well what else would any of us do? Kathryn fetched
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Billy
Age: about 4 months old, not yet neutered Nanuk is a Goldie X (Mum was a Golden Retriever but no-one is sure about Dad). Personality: He is well and enjoying life. He has been increasing in confidence since arriving in foster. He is a very happy puppy and enjoys playing in the garden and with
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Alfie Spring
FINALLY, HE FELL ON ALL FOUR PAWS We couldn’t understand why gentle, loving Morgan was being overlooked because he is great with people (big and little) and is brilliant with other dogs. His obedience was coming on a treat. In fact, he is the perfect dog. We knew he would love a home either with
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Mollie
Age: Between 12 and 18mths old Sex: Female, spayed History She was surrendered to the Pound by a family with two small children. PersonalityMollie is a lovely girl, a little bouncy but only because she is so excited to see you and wants to be as close to you as possible. She has been starved
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Meme Rose Edwards
FULFILLING HER POTENTIAL As expected, Meme Rose is going great guns and is fulfilling her potential getting her first rosette at only a few months old. A MAGNIFICENT SEVEN HISTORY DESTINED FOR GREAT THINGS Rosie was the fifth born of our Magnificent Seven. She was one of four girls (Daisy, Poppy, and Honey) and three
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Maximilian
Maximilian is a large, 9 year old male Golden Retriever. He has been neutered and vaccinated. HISTORY Maximilian was relinquished because the family felt they no longer had time to give to him due to the arrival of a new baby! PERSONALITY Maximilian has a very pleasant, affectionate personality. SOCIAL LEARNING Maximilian is house trained.
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Maxim Lawrence
HE HAS BEEN SUCH A GOOD BOY In foster, David and Alison said “Maxim is huge but gorgeous. He is playful, affectionate and friendly with humans and dogs alike. As expected, he took to his forever humans straight away and they immediately loved him too”. HAPPY IN HIS FOREVER HOME (June 2015) Dawn tells us
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Max & Scout Bull
UPDATE FROM THEIR FOREVER HOME (19.5.2015) Glyn and Faye tell us “They are really great boys and have settled in very well. They are enjoying 3 good walks a day and are ready for a long rest in the evenings in front of the TV. They are walking well with their harnesses, the next step
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Max
History Max is approximately 5 to 8yrs old and came to IRR after his owner sadly died. Currently Max is heartbroken and confused and is spending some time in foster care where he can rest and have plenty of one to one attention to help him to heal. Personality Max is affectionate, playful, loyal and
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Toby
Marnie is a 5 year old, cream coloured female and Toby a 4 year old, gold coloured male. It is difficult to tell where Toby ends and where Marnie begins as they are so utterly devoted to each other. HISTORY Toby and Marnie came to IRR due to a change in family circumstances. Their family
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Marnie
Marnie is a 5 year old, cream coloured female and Toby a 4 year old, gold coloured male. It is difficult to tell where Toby ends and where Marnie begins as they are so utterly devoted to each other. HISTORY Toby and Marnie came to IRR due to a change in family circumstances. Their family
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Marley Martin
A VERY HANDSOME RED BOY Marley was approximately 2yrs old when rescued. His fosterer said ” Marley has settled in vey well. He is a big softie and loves to sit on my knees. He sleeps with my old coat for comfort. He is a bit nervous but very loving”. Grooming: He had to be
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Millie Wright
MILLIE HAS GONE TO BE WITH MAGGIE (Sept 2019) Almost two years after her beloved sister Maggie, Millie peacefully crossed Rainbow Bridge. Like her sister she had developed a Lymphoma. For sure, the two girls, both restored to good health and playing happily, are together forever now. Her brother Barnaby reported to all his Facebook
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OUR BELOVED MAGGIE HAS GONE (15.11.2017) Her Mum, Louise, posted “Our beautiful, beloved Maggie has gone. She had leukaemia but hid it till her final days. I wish we’d known sooner, there was so much more I wanted to do for her. Run free gorgeous girlie, you’ve taken a big piece of my heart with
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Lucy Hayward
A PERFECT HOME AFTER AN AWFUL START Lucy was rescued from a high kill Pound in Romania. She was only about a year old. She is a very pretty girl and has a lovely coat. She was spayed as soon as possible. FOSTERER’S ASSESSMENT Since being at her foster home she has made herself at
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Lola
Further Update from Lola’s Forever Home June 2015 We are so proud of our lovely Lola who passed the Good Citizen Dog Scheme Bronze Award. As you can see from the pictures it’s not all hard work here in the Highlands! UPDATE FROM HER FOREVER HOME 17.5.2015 Lorna tells us she can’t believe she’s already
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Ollie Ridette-Gregory Hobbs
IT BECAME A SAD END TO 2019 FOR OLLIE AFTER HE LOST HIS FRIEND CASSIE (31.12.2019) Rosemary told us when she and Bruce adopted Ollie it was as friend and counsellor to their very naughty Flat-Coated Retriever, Cassie. She had been re-homed due to the owner’s work patterns 2 years before. She had been a
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Lady Bailey is a stunning 5 year old Golden Retriever x Labrador x English Setter. She is golden and cream in colour and is already spayed. She has received her inoculations and has been groomed. HISTORY She came from a fantastic home but, sadly, their little boy was becoming increasingly ill due to his allergic
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April
Captivating Kerina is a Golden Retriever, about 5yrs old but not yet neutered. APRIL HAS A WONDERFUL NEW HOME (MAY 2015) Billy’s nephew, Peter, says “April is improving every day and has been wonderful since she arrived. Many thanks for this beautiful girl”. David, her fosterer tells us ” April was with us for 4
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HE WAS ALWAYS GOING TO BE GOD’S SPECIAL ANGEL Sadly, despite everyone’s best efforts, poor Joey was too old and ill to be saved but, now, he is resting in everlasting peace. Rest your weary Golden head and drift off into dreamsFrolic in the sunshine and bathe in God’s moonbeamsUse the stars as stepping stones to take
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Jilly Hayward
ANOTHER HUGE LOSS SO SOON AFTER CASSIE It was with great sadness and regret that David told us their oldest rescue dog, Jilly, had to be put to sleep before Christmas. She had a big problem with one of her rear legs due to arthritis and possibly something worse as well. Jilly got to the
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Jessie
Jessie is an affectionate 6 years old female Golden Retriever. She has been spayed, vaccinated and microchipped. HISTORY Jessie came to Irish Retriever rescue from Offaly pound. When being spayed a lump was removed that has proved to be benign. A leg wound was also repaired but unfortunately Jessie succumbed to an infection and was
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Jass Hooper
Jass, or Jass Boy, is a 4 year old neutered, male, purebred Golden Retriever. HISTORY His owner is finding it difficult to manage with three young children and Jass. They have relinquished him to Irish Retriever Rescue after having been told about us and how passionate we are about Golden Retrievers and, naturally, on the
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SHE WAS JUST A BABY Hunny, as a five month old Golden Retriever, was relinquished by a young lady who found she had too much on her plate with having to care for her Mum as well as working full time and studying. Unfortunately, Hunny has originated from a puppy farm. The owner was told
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GOOD NEWS UPDATE (31.5.2015) We are delighted to hear that some lovely people spotted Honey on our website and she has now gone to her wonderful new home. Julie thanked us for our help and told us she and Honey really appreciated it. We, of course, just thrilled that we were able to help in
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Honey
Honey is a 3 year old female Golden Retriever. She has been spayed and vaccinated. HISTORY Honey came to IRR due to a change in family circumstances PERSONALITY On arrival at her foster home Honey was very worried, however with good care and affection Honey is now happy and affectionate. She is not as scared
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Harvey
Harvey is a stunning 5 year old pure bred large male Golden Retriever. He is snow white in colour, resembling a Polar Bear (who was definitely a previous relation). He is nothing short of stunning. He exudes nobility and has a wonderful showman stance. He is very sweet and so incredibly affectionate. He is neutered,
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Harry Mallinson
HE FOUGHT SO HARD BUT DEAR HARRY FLEW WITH THE ANGELS (16.3.2020) We shut ourselves away for a while It was a privilege to care for him and share such an incredible love and bond with Harry. He has left the most enormous imprint on our hearts. Lynne, who was Acting Re-homing Coordinator and with
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REST PEACEFULLY LOVELY BOY (8.4.2019) On Monday 8th April, our lovely boy, Harley, was given sleep when his quality of life deteriorated and to prevent further suffering. We knew it would be better for him if we put him to rest once he could no longer have the life he loved so much and had
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THE PAIR NEEDED SPLITTING Sandy is a 5yr old intelligent, spayed female Golden Retriever who has a fantastic pedigree. She is microchipped and has been health checked by a vet and properly groomed as are all the IRR dogs. This wonderful, super affectionate girl is very sweet in temperament and acts like a real lady.
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Harry McInerney
VERY HAPPY IN HIS FOREVER HOME A new name brought a new home and our boy is now a very happy Harry. HISTORY In 2015, Hagrid was a 3year old male Golden Retriever who had been neutered, vaccinated and micro-chipped.Hagrid came to Irish Retriever Rescue due to a change in family circumstances. FOSTER ASSESSMENT PERSONALITY:
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Goldie
Goldie is a female 3.5 year old Golden Retriever. Goldie has been spayed, vaccinated and micro-chipped. HISTORY Goldie came to Irish Retriever Rescue due to a change in family circumstances. PERSONALITY Goldie is affectionate and playful. SOCIAL LEARNING Goldie is house trained. She is good in the car, traveling long distances with ease. Goldie is
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LIFE CAN BE VERY CRUEL (26.05.2015) None of us can believe this tragic news. It is terribly sad and so unfair and our hearts go out to Roma and Donald. Donald told us “Jenny was out for her walk in the woods this morning, playing with a fellow young retriever. Suddenly, she dropped like a
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George Roberts
GONE PEACEFULLY TO RAINBOW BRIDGE (16.12.2018) Poor Liz asked for prayers when her very precious George was rushed into the Vet Hospital with a nose pouring blood that would not stop. Not long after, we heard the very sad words, “He’s gone. They found a tumour and he’d had enough for an old chap. He
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Charlie
Charlie (was Finnegan) is a white, two year old, pure bred, neutered male Golden Retriever. REPORT FROM HIS FOSTER HOME (31.5.2015) Unfortunately, through no fault of his, after 2 weeks, Charlie had to return to his fosterer. Trudy says ” Charlie seems happy to be back. It’s as if he’s never left! He’s been for
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Bailey
Bailey (was Fiachra) was a 6 month old, un-neutered male Golden Retriever when he came into IRR care. THE CUDDLY HOOVER (AUG 2015) Bailey was adopted in Ireland. His new Mum, Dawn, says “Bailey is a much loved member of our family. He is into everything! He is a spoilt terror, a pure pup. He
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Farley
Farley is a one year old male, pure bred, large, strong Golden Retriever. He is almost snow white in colour with a vivacious personality and is very affectionate. He has received all the vaccinations necessary for travel and has been neutered. HISTORY Farley came to Irish Retriever Rescue from another Dog Rescue in Ireland. He
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Polly
Polly is a beautiful Golden Retriever who is approx.: 9-10mths old and spayed. HISTORY Originating in the Balkans, she, apparently, lived for two months in a stable. PERSONALITY Polly is a lovely, gentle friendly girl who is an absolute pleasure to be around. SOCIAL LEARNING Housetraining: Polly is housetrained. Leadwalking: She is already quite good
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Riley
Dannie is a stunning 10 – 11 month old pure bred male Golden Retriever. He is light Gold in colour. He is very affectionate and so friendly. His sweet, friendly personality with everyone he meets will delight you. Dannie came through our wonderful friends in Babydog Rescue in Ennis, Co. Clare with whom IRR has
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Daisy
Daisy is an energetic 22 months old female Golden Retriever. She has been spayed and microchipped. HISTORY Daisy has a difficult history that involved her going missing. On being found she was relinquished to Irish Retriever Rescue. PERSONALITY Daisy is energetic and bouncy with an affectionate nature and loves cuddles. SOCIAL LEARNING Daisy lacks basic
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Chloe Lyons-Davis
A FACE SO HARD TO RESIST Chloe is a loving, obedient Golden Retriever Cross who was going to be one year old in October 2015. As she had yet to have a season, IRR waited and she was later spayed. She had come from a very loving family but a change in circumstances meant that
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Carla
History Carla is just over 2 years old and came to IRR due to a change in family circumstances. Personality Carla is gentle, playful and affectionate. She gets on well children and other dogs. Social Learning Carla travels extremely well. She is housetrained and has good recall. Carla loves going for walks, although she does
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Buster
Buster is a very handsome, two year old neutered male Golden Retriever. HISTORY Buster was surrendered into the Pound in Belfast by but came with papers which showed he was of the very highest quality breeding. Nobody has any idea why this lovely boy was left to such an uncertain fate when they could have
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Buddy will be 2 years old on 25th of December 2015. He is a neutered, purebred Golden Retriever. HISTORY Buddy came from a loving family who had to relinquish him due to a change in family circumstances. PERSONALITY Buddy is a typical puppy. He is boisterous, loving and affectionate. He is used to children, gets
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Bobby Armstrong
THE PUPS GET TOGETHER (22.11.2015) Six of the seven puppies met up again in Gizzie’s field. Unfortunately, Honey, a regular at the get Togethers, was unable to be there. ONE OF TWO STRANGERS IN A WHITE LITTER Then called Briar, Bobby was one of two black and white puppies born to Lily on 14th June
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Robbie Buckley
WHAT A STUNNING FLATTIE Bob, as he was then, was an 18 month old Flatcoat Retriever Cross. This adorable boy had been straying so he was taken in by Martina from Babydog Rescue. He was been nicely groomed and was in foster in Ireland for nearly a month before travelling to the UK where he
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Billy
Billy is a one year old cross breed Golden Retriever/Husky. He has been neutered and vaccinated. HISTORY Billy came to IRR from Europe. SOCIAL LEARNING Billy is house trained, walks well on the lead and obeys basic commands. He is an intelligent dog who is eager to learn new things. He loves to play with
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Murph
Murph and Benson are 9 year old pure bred Golden Retrievers. The brothers are both light cream in colour. They are both a little underweight. They are neutered and have seen a vet for their inoculations to obtain their EU passports. HISTORY Benson and Murph came to IRR through Offaly Pound where the Dog Warden
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Benson
Benson and Murph are 9 year old pure bred Golden Retrievers. The brothers are both light cream in colour. They are both a little underweight. They are neutered and have seen a vet for their inoculations to obtain their EU passports. HISTORY Benson and Murph came to IRR through Offaly Pound where the Dog Warden
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Ben
Ben is an approximately 4yrs old neutered male Golden Retriever CHARACTER & TEMPERAMENT Ben is very affectionate and eager to please, He has a super nature. He has lots of energy but he is not excitable. He is alert and inquisitive, fairly confident and is mostly playful and happy. He loves a ball or
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Daragh Gibson
GOOD NEWS AND BAD (JANUARY 2017) Two years on from his adoption, although doing really well in so many other ways, Daragh, unfortunately, had become an escape artist. This put him in danger of being accused of sheep worrying, causing a road traffic accident or even getting injured or killed himself . His adopter appealed
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Barney
Barney is a 2.5 year old male, purebred, cream coloured Golden Retriever. He has seen a vet, just been neutered and has had all the necessary inoculations for him to obtain his EU Passport. HISTORY Barney came from a really loving home in a beautiful part of the country but a compulsory walkway on their
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Lady Bailey
Bailey is a light gold 2 year old female, purebred Golden Retriever. She is not yet spayed but this will be done shortly and she will also receive the necessary inoculations to obtain her EU Passport. HISTORY Through no fault of her’s, Bailey is, at present, in her second home. Her current owners only took
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Axl Waldock
STILL A REALLY GORGEOUS BOY Apart from being really handsome, Axl is a blood donor and a prolific prize winner OUR MAGNIFICENT SEVEN HISTORY A MAGNIFICENT BOY IN EVERY WAY Bramble was one of two black puppies born to Lily on 14th June 2015. The other black one was Briar and the third boy was
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Uimi Desmond
BRUCE’S LABRADOR BOY Uimi is Romanian for ” a surprise” but nobody was surprised when Janet decided to be his forever Mum which meant he would be staying forever with Heidi, the doggy Mum who gave birth to him on 29th April 2015. He was her one and only baby and only full Labrador sired
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Bruce Ashcroft
OUR BELOVED BRUCE HAS GONE (2010-14.8.2018) He was a lovely, big, thick set Labrador with big paws and a big heart who was wonderful with all people. Bruce was an amazing companion and an equal in our family. He was very calm, very relaxed and loved pottering but wasn’t in need of huge amounts of exercise. He
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GOODBYE TO A WONDERFUL MUM (19.5.2016) It is with great sadness that Janet told us of the loss of her beloved Heidi after a short illness. Her hard life had caught up with her and her weakened immune system left no options. There was no more that could have been done so Heidi was given sleep on
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Cassie Hayward
SUCH TRAGIC NEWS (25.9.2019) On Wednesday, September 25th, David wrote to us saying, “We have had a very sad day, because we had to put our beautiful Cassie to sleep. She had cancer in her lungs, for which there was nothing that could be done. It was a real shame because our beautiful Cassie was
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Murphy Barker
A VERY HAPPY FAMILY MEMBER Murphy is one of the 6 puppies born to Cassie on 1st May 2015. He was one of 4 boys, the others being Louis, Teddy and Dudley. The girls are Peanut and Unity. Simone, his forever Mum, says “Murphy’s just lovely and is getting on with Inca, our black Labrador
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Louis Fleming Ruttlidge
Louis is one of the 6 puppies born to Cassie on 1st May 2015. He is one of 4 boys, the others being Murphy, Teddy and Dudley. The girls are Peanut and Unity. Karen, his forever Mum, says “Louis is doing fantastically well. He loves Isabella, our kitten. They bonded straight away, play for hours and even sleep together. He loves our rabbit, Bugsy, too
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Teddy Clueley
VERY SERIOUS WE THINK NOT! Teddy is one of the 6 puppies born to Cassie on 1st May 2015. He is one of 4 boys, the others being Louis, Murphy and Dudley. The girls are Peanut and Unity. Sue, his forever Mum, says “Teddy is doing brilliantly. He has now had his second vaccinations and his microchip and because he’s such
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Unity Townsend
HOW CUTE WAS YOUNG UNITY? Unity is one of the 6 puppies born to Cassie on 1st May 2015. The 4 boys are Louis, Teddy, Murphy and Dudley. The other girl is Peanut. Helen, her forever Mum, says “Our precious Unity was originally Hannah but we changed her name as we already had a Hannah in the family. We brought her home on the Sunday
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Freya Hoskins
Freya is one of the 6 babies born to Rosie on 3rd May.2015. The 3 boys are Bear, Barley and Moe. Freya’s sisters are Millie and Ava. Her forever Mum, Dawn says “She is such a cheeky pup! A completely adorable little thief who we love to pieces. She is having 3 meals a day and is typically always ‘starving’ even 2 minutes
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Millie Elliot
Millie is one of the 6 puppies born to Rosie on 3rd May 2015. She is one of 3 girls, her sisters being Ava and Freya. The boys are Barley, Bear and Moe. She is a lovely girl and, like her siblings, she has been lucky enough to find a wonderful forever home.
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Moe Tanswell
Moe is one of the 6 babies born to Rosie on 3rd May 2015. He is one of the three boys in the litter and his brothers are Bear and Barley. His sisters are Ava, Freya and Millie. He is staying forever with his Mum Rosie, and his sister, Ava.
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Bear Collins
Bear is one of the 6 puppies born to Rosie on 3rd May 2015. He is one of 3 boys, the others being Barley and Moe. The girls are Ava, Millie and Freya. According to Johanna, Bear is amazing. She says ” It looks like he is going to be huge. He is all teeth
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Ava Tanswell
Ava is one of the 6 puppies born to Rosie on 3rd May 2015. The 3 boys are Bear, Barley and Moe, and her sisters are Millie and Freya. Ava is staying forever with her Mum Rosie and brother, Moe.
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Archie
ARCHIE HAS FOUND HIS FOREVER HOME (9.7.2017) We believe Archie had a plan all along and knew where he wanted to be and he wasn’t going to give up on his dream. Finally, those dreams all came true when, after worming his way into his foster mum’s heart, his beloved foster dad who, from day
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Alfie & Josh
UPDATE FROM THEIR FOREVER HOME 29.5.2015 Susan says ” I thought I would update you on Alfie and Josh and how they are settling in after over 4 months with us. They have adapted very well to our household and routine and are doing well overall. They will obey simple commands, most of the time,
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Abbey Whitehouse
SO HAPPY IN HER FOREVER HOME (14.5.2015) Alan & Kim tell us Abbey seems to be very settled now and is very quick to learn. Her basic commands … sit, wait and down … are now done perfectly at home but, unsurprisingly, it is still work in progress outside the home where there are too many distractions for
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