Category: 2012 Golden Successes
Category: 2012 Golden Successes
Barney Wilson
Latest Update April 2024 Betty told us, “I have to tell you, Barney is nearing 13 years old, his hind legs are failing him but he remains such a loving, gentle, kind, loved by all the neighbourhood, loves everyone and everything. If only they could live forever! I thank God and IRR every day that
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Max Emillion (Mackenzie)
Sad News Sunday 4 February 2024 Max’s mum said, “Last night (Sunday 4 February 2024) our wonderful, unique , irreplaceable Max Emillion died suddenly. We always expected he’d leave for the bridge without much warning and we always knew he’d take a big chunk of our hearts with him. Max was a living breathing Basil
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Alfie Peacock
Sad News 29 June 2023 Alfie’s mum said, “It is with great sadness that we had to say goodbye to our darling Alfie today. Nasty aggressive cancer took him just a month short of his 14 birthday. He didn’t find his forever home with us he found his forever family. He was so loved and
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Cassie
Sad News Christmas 2022 We were saddened to hear the news that Cassie, sadly, has passed to Rainbow Bridge. CASSIE AND MOLLY’S HISTORY Cassie (Mum 02.01.07) and Molly (Daughter 28.07.09) were surrendered to IRR because of a change in family circumstances and their need to emigrate. INITIAL REPORT – IRELAND: JUNE 2012 Molly stands very
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Mazy Templeton
SAD NEWS 30 November 2022 Mazy’s mum wrote, “It is with a big hole in our hearts I sit and write this email you all at IRR. In November 2012 we traveled from Bonnie Scotland to Wales to collect our Mazy (Judy), today she went over Rainbow Bridge. She gave us 10 wonderful fun-filled years.
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Declan Quinn
Sad News 4 December 2020 Declan’s mum Tracey said, “Team Quinn are heartbroken after saying goodbye to our darling IRR Dog Declan as he crossed to Rainbow Bridge. Peter and I were there till the end. Run free our beautiful boy, Princess Lolly is waiting for you. DECLAN’S HISTORY Declan is 3 years old and
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Sad News 2 December 2020 Bonnie’s mum Alison said, “Our second IRR girl has left us. Bonnie was special in many ways. An ex-brood bitch she had a few hang-ups when David collected her from fosterer Andy in the midlands 8 years ago. She had to be kept on a lead as she loved a good
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Scooby Draper
7 October 2020 Scooby has gone to Rainbow Bridge. His dad, Ray, said, “We had Scooby for nearly 8 years and he was such a loving affectionate dog. We are all heartbroken, he will be sadly missed by all the family.” SCOOBY’S HISTORY Scooby is 2.5 years old and was reluctantly surrendered by his previous
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Sandy Hammerton
Gone to Rainbow Bridge 4 May 2020 Margaret says, “Exactly 8 years ago, on the 4th May 2012, we collected our IRR Goldie from Kidderminster. His name was Woody but we renamed him Sandy. He has given us 8 wonderful years of loyalty and love (mind you, there were moments in the first 2 years
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Toby Hargreaves
TOBY’S HISTORY Toby is 3 years old. He was surrendered because his family are emigrating. 1ST REPORT FROM IRELAND: MAY 2012 Toby is quite lively and because of this he may not be suitable for very young children. He has basic training but does pull on the lead a bit. He gets on with other
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Toby
TOBY’S HISTORY Toby is 4 years of age and was surrendered as the owners have two babies and no longer had the time to look after him. Fosterer’s initial report – Ireland: July 2012 Toby lived in a pen with two other dogs. He’s housetrained, indifferent to children, good with my dogs and any dogs
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Milo Hilton
RUN FREE BEAUTIFUL MILO (15.4.2015) A heartbroken Maggie tells us ” Three years ago I adopted Smudge who quickly became Milo! Sadly I had to say goodbye to him yesterday following a short battle with Cancer which turned out to be more aggressive than we thought. Thank you IRR for introducing us and giving me,
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Sarah
SARAH’S HISTORY Sarah is 3 years old, spayed and vaccinated. She was surrendered into the pound because her elderly owner couldn’t walk her. Fosterer’s first report – Ireland: 12th October 2012 Sarah gets on well with other dogs and has a very gentle biddable nature. She travels well in the car, is house trained and
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Summer
SUMMER’S HISTORY Summer and Sandi are 7 and 9 years old respectively. These two lovely ladies were surrendered together due to a change in family circumstances. Both dogs are extremely over-weight and this will need to be addressed and carefully managed in their future home. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – FEB 2012 Summer and Sandi went
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Sandi
SANDI’S HISTORY Sandi and Summer are 9 and 7 years old respectively. These two lovely ladies were surrendered together due to a change in family circumstances. Both dogs are extremely over-weight and this will need to be addressed and carefully managed in their future home. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – FEB 2012 Sandi and Summer went
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Sam Cervi
OUR BEAUTIFUL REBEL HAS GONE (10/03/17) A very upset Nicky, who had been Sam’s fosterer in 2012, alerted us to the very sad news. She told us how absolutely devastated his mum, Maria, is on losing him and she fondly described Sam as a mischievous character, a lovable rogue. Maria then let us know more
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Rosie Bale
SUCH TERRIBLY SAD AND TRAGIC NEWS (August 2013) In November, Gina says “I just wanted to let you know the very sad news that Rosie has died after an operation. She was unable to retain any food or liquids and was very weak due to a suspected blockage which showed as a shadow on the
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GOODBYE SWEET GIRL (23.7.2018) On Monday 23rd July, a very upset Paula told us that her Mum’s lovely dog Rosie had been put peacefully to sleep that day. The poor girl had last stage heart failure and she had been steadily deteriorating over the previous week. This was particularly tragic as beautiful Rosie was still
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Riley
RILEY’S HISTORY Riley was surrendered due to a change in family circumstances. FOSTERER’S FIRST REPORT – UK: JUNE 2012 We took Riley home to meet our two dogs and straight away he took a shine to Molly. We had a gentle walk just to let them all get acquainted. Riley spent most of his first
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PADDY’S HISTORY Paddy, who is about 2 years old was found terrified and trembling beside bins on New Year’s Eve. He travelled to UK on 06.01 and is being fostered by Andy & Val. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – UK: JANUARY 2012 Paddy has been with us for about 10 days now. When he arrived he
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Rex
REX’S HISTORY Rex was surrendered to a rescue organisation in Ireland Fosterer’s report – Ireland: June 2012 Rex is approximately 15-18 months old. He loves cuddles; walks well on the lead once he gets into the pace and he needs building up with good nourishment, fresh air and exercise. Fosterer’s first report – UK: June
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Reuben
REUBEN’S HISTORY Reuben is 10 months old and he was surrendered to IRR with Holly, who is also in foster. FOSTERER’S INITIAL ASSESSMENT: UK – APRIL 2012 Reuben is a handsome boy who is very friendly, well natured and loving. He likes to follow you around the house and likes to lie where ever you
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Quincey Deighton
TAKEN WAY TOO SOON (2.10.2015) Why do our lovely dogs have to suffer? Life can be so cruel. Having found happiness for three years with Hannah and family, he was cruelly snatched away again. He had developed bone cancer and lost his battle on 2nd October. Hannah wrote “Quincey went to doggie heaven this afternoon.
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BARNEY’S HISTORY Barney was surrendered by his owner as the landlord wouldn’t allow dogs. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – UK: MARCH 2012 Barney is being fostered in Crewe, Cheshire. His fosterer says: Barney is a very handsome, affectionate 9/10 month old pup. When he first arrived he was very timid and quiet. Having now found his
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Molly
Molly’s history Molly is 13 months old and was surrendered due to a change in circumstances. Fosterer’s first report: Ireland – March 2013 Molly is a lucky girl who now has a fabulous life to look forward to with her new forever family in Ireland. Daily walks on the beach, a good diet and an
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Miller
MILLER’S HISTORY Miller has lived with 2 other dogs, but was surrendered by his owners as one of the dogs kept attacking him. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – IRELAND: MARCH 2012 Miller was born in October 2009. His previous owners report that he is good with children and other dogs; good on the recall and not
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Maisie Hill
VERY SAD NEWS (7th October 2014) Dave and Jan wrote to let us know that sadly Maisie has passed away. She had been suffering from cancer of the lung for a few months so her passing around this time was somewhat expected. She was an absolute darling of a dog and Jan and I were
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LUCY AND FREUD’S HISTORY These two puppies, both three months old were from a litter of eight pups surrendered to IRR by their breeder. Fosterer’s report – Ireland: 17th December 2012 Lucy and Freud have been rehomed together to a family in Ireland.
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Lottie
LOTTIE’S HISTORY Lottie was surrendered to IRR Fosterer’s 1st report – UK: 1st November Lottie is a very strong girl. She is a real character with spirit beyond belief. She has not had one accident in the house, She has now started to slow down when eating her food. She realises that no one else
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Molly Baines
EXTREMELY SAD NEWS We were all very sorry to hear that Molly went to Rainbow Bridge on 10th October 2012. She was much loved and will be greatly missed by her family and friends. MOLLY’S HISTORY Stunning 12 yr old Molly is a distinguished adorable Golden Retriever lady. In 2012, she was found as a
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Layla
LAYLA’S HISTORY Layla is approximately 4 years old. She was picked up as a stray, served her 5 days at the Pound and was unclaimed. She’s a puppy farmed bitch, very tiny – approx 16″ high – and has herself been bred from. 1st REPORT FROM IRELAND: JUNE 2012 Layla is an absolute darling and
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Lady
LADY’S HISTORY Lady is 8 years old. She was surrendered to IRR because her previous owner’s work commitments changes and they were no longer able to look after her. Fosterer’s initial report – Ireland: July 2012 Lady is great with adults and with children, She is housetrained, good on the lead, travels well in the
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Holly Roberts
FAREWELL DARLING HOLLYPOP (2.8.2017) Maggie is feeling very sad. She told us “Today, we had to say farewell to our darling Hollypop as our vet found lots of secondary tumours particularly in her lungs. We fostered Holly and ended up adopting her in May 2012 when she was 8yrs. She shared our lives for 5
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Holly
HOLLY’S HISTORY Holly was surrendered to IRR with Reuben, who is also in foster. FOSTERER’S INITIAL ASSESSMENT: UK – APRIL 2012 Holly has settled in well considering she has only been here for a couple of days. She is cat friendly and good with children and other adults; she is house trained standing at the
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George
GEORGE’S HISTORY George was born on 30 April 2012 and was surrendered by his owner due to work commitments. Fosterer’s 1st report – Ireland October 2012 George has an incredible temperament for a 6mth old pup. He really is just very laid back. He absolutely adores kids and will jump up on adults but has
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Flo
FLO’S HISTORY Flo was surrendered to IRR Fosterer’s 1st report – UK 28th October 2012 I’ve called this small lass Flo. She had a good night’s sleep. She eats on her own; she likes my older cat. We are working on house training. Fosterer’s 2nd report – 22nd November 2012 I think Flo is about
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Finn
FINN’S HISTORY Finn was surrendered because of a change in his owner’s circumstances. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – JANUARY 2012 Finn is an amazing dog. Counter Cruiser, gentle and very affectionate. He can run like the wind (private woods) and comes back when called or whistled. He needs a lot of attention and enjoys playing. He
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Evie
EVIE’S HISTORY Evie was surrendered to IRR Fosterer’s 1st report – UK: 31st October 2012 Evie is settling slowly, although it’s very much “one step forward two steps back” at the moment. The first couple of days she slept for long periods and seemed exhausted. She only seems to relax when she is on the
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Eva
EVA’S HISTORY Eva is 5 years old and was surrendered to IRR due to family illness. Eva had had very little human interaction in her life and was very timid because of this. She is now being fostered in Wiltshire by Tracey. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT: FEBRUARY 2012 Eva is a fabulous dog. She is housetrained
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Chloe
CHLOE’S HISTORY Chloe and Maisie are two beautiful girls aged 4 and 7 yrs. They were surrendered together by their breeder and they are currently being fostered by Belinda and Terry in Somerset. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT: FEBRUARY 2012 Chloe is much slighter than Maisie and really beautiful. She is very keen to please, lots of
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Charlie Girl
GOODBYE LOVELY LADY (May 2017) Vinnie, her heartbroken owner, tells us Charlie Girl has passed peacefully over Rainbow Bridge. They had been together for exactly five years. Fly with the angels, Charlie Girl xx CHARLIE GIRL’S HISTORY Charlie Girl is 7 years old. She was very reluctantly surrendered because of her owner’s illness. 1st Report
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Charlie
Charlie is a 5 yr old stunning, intelligent, energetic & very affectionate dog currently being fostered in Leeds who was recently surrendered in Ireland due to his constant escapism antics. However, whilst Sandie was fostering him he had no desire to escape, despite being surrounded by a field full of sheep and only having a
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CASSIE AND MOLLY’S HISTORY Cassie (Mum 02.01.07) and Molly (Daughter 28.07.09) were surrendered to IRR because of a change in family circumstances and their need to emigrate. INITIAL REPORT – IRELAND: JUNE 2012 Molly stands very much in Cassie’s shadow and isn’t terribly confident without her. Both travel well in the car although Molly doesn’t
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Cassidy
CASSIDY’S HISTORY Cassidy is 16 month old and was surrendered into the pound. INITIAL REPORT – IRELAND FEBRUARY 2012 Cassidy arrived and as all fosterers already had dogs he spent a few days at The Dog Ranch where he was asessed and he proved to be a star in the making according to their Behaviourist.
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Brian
BRIAN’S HISTORY Brian is a 12 to 24 month male Golden retriever who was surrendered through no fault of his own. Initial report – Ireland: July 2012 Brian has a lovely gentle nature. He would be fine around children (not bouncy or flighty); he gets on great with other dogs, is good on the lead
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BRADY’S HISTORY Brady was surrendered into the Pound and is being fostered by Simon and Leanna in Loughborough. FOSTERER’S INITIAL REPORT – JANUARY 31ST Brady is a very sociable dog and gets on with my dogs without any hitch. He has no real issues with him behaviour wise. Brady is being house trained; he will
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Rocky
ROCKY’S (was Blarney) HISTORY Rocky is about 10 years old and was found straying, but despite everyone’s best efforts to find the owner, nobody came for him. He gets on well with all animals and kids. He’s been described as THE perfect dog by the Rescue who surrendered him to IRR. Fosterer’s First Report –
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Benson’s History Benson is approximately 18 months old and had lived outside all his life (tied to a tree). He was rehomed in Ireland to Yvonne and Eugene, whose help to IRR and Sandie is invaluable. December 2012: Yvonne wrote: I went to collect Benson last Sunday from Sandie’s home. The idea was for me
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Archie
ARCHIE’S HISTORY Ten month old Archie (was Duffy) was surrendered owing to a change in circumstances. REPORT FROM IRELAND (FEBRUARY 2012) Archie has lived on a farm surrounded by fields of sheep and never moved a muscle to get to them. He has THE most wonderful temperament, is great with other dogs and neither toy
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Bunty McAvoy
REST PEACEFULLY BEAUTIFUL BUNTY (16.12.2019) After remaining remarkably well thanks to her long term medication and Terry’s continued loving care, on Sunday evening, Bunty could hardly stand to eat her evening meal. On Monday morning, she just lay in the hall and couldn’t get up. She also refused her breakfast which wasn’t Bunty as she
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Rudy Chalmers
REALLY SAD NEWS (3.4.2018) Martin says “It’s with the heaviest heart that, after a most wonderful 6 years, I’m sad to say that Rudy has passed away due to his heart letting him down. Thank you so much for giving us Rudy. He has now gone to join Doolie at Rainbow Bridge” leaving behind a
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HONEY’S HISTORY Honey was surrendered to IRR by her family owing to a change in circumstances. She spent a week being assessed at the Dog Ranch INITIAL REPORT (IRELAND 2011) Honey could be described as a good ‘all-rounder’. She could fit into a home as the only dog, or could equally be happy in a
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O’Sullivan
O’SULLIVAN’S HISTORY O’Sullivan was surrendered to Carrickfergus Pound in Northern Ireland the week before Christmas by his family as they no long had time for him. He is 15 months old and spent the first 6 months of his life living indoors and the last 9 months outside. He was in a disgusting state and
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Flora Kerner
THE VERY WORST NEWS (27.6.2014) We heard from Ron and Jean: “Just to let you know our beautiful Flora passed over to Rainbow Bridge yesterday. Our sadness is inconsolable after having nursed her for seven weeks 24/7 with bone cancer. The vets informed us it was untreatable and the prognosis was she had only a
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Ellie May McAvoy
A SAD FAREWELL TO A LOVELY LADY (25.5.2017) Belinda and Terry’s lovely Ellie May has gone to Rainbow Bridge. She slipped peacefully away on 25th May 2017.They are heart broken but they are coming to terms with the fact they did all they could for her and they really had no choice. Farewell, our special
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Charlie
Charlie is a 5 yr old stunning, intelligent, energetic & very affectionate dog currently being fostered in Leeds who was recently surrendered in Ireland due to his constant escapism antics. However, whilst Sandie was fostering him he had no desire to escape, despite being surrounded by a field full of sheep and only having a
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Brogan Staley
REST IN PEACE OUR BEAUTIFUL BOY (2004?-14.1.2020) A devastated Ian told us “Our beautiful Brogan crossed the Rainbow Bridge today at 15:40”. He was an elderly gentleman and it was his time but that doesn’t make his loss any easier for Ian and Lis who totally adored him. Thankyou to them for taking on a
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Billy
BILLY’S HISTORY Billy is a neutered 1 year old who is brilliant with children. He has not been socialised with other dogs. He could do with some training but his recall is good. He is a stunning looking dog and would make a great pet. FOREVER HOME REPORT Billy has landed on all four paws
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