Forever Care
Seniors and Special Needs Dogs Retired Into The Forever Care Program
Meet our SSR Forever Care dogs.
All the Forever dogs have special needs. We've summarised the basics of their conditions here for you to illustrate the dedication of their Forever Carers.
All are technically 'unadoptable'. Not unwanted. All of them have a name and a story and a rescue team who loves them.
So they stay in care in their Forever homes under SSR. Their Forever Carers give the gift of love and attention in their own homes just like all animals deserve.
Our Forever Care Program has limited spaces and resources. Within this program our Forever Care dogs' health, wellbeing and veterinary needs are paramount. All Forever Dogs are treated with the utmost respect and in keeping with our Code of Conduct relating to quality of life, a stress free environment, stability, enrichment, premium dietary needs and the best veterinary care available.
As far as this little family of dogs are concerned, they have found their forever homes with SSR and permanently under our wing.
All the Forever dogs have special needs. We've summarised the basics of their conditions here for you to illustrate the dedication of their Forever Carers.
All are technically 'unadoptable'. Not unwanted. All of them have a name and a story and a rescue team who loves them.
So they stay in care in their Forever homes under SSR. Their Forever Carers give the gift of love and attention in their own homes just like all animals deserve.
Our Forever Care Program has limited spaces and resources. Within this program our Forever Care dogs' health, wellbeing and veterinary needs are paramount. All Forever Dogs are treated with the utmost respect and in keeping with our Code of Conduct relating to quality of life, a stress free environment, stability, enrichment, premium dietary needs and the best veterinary care available.
As far as this little family of dogs are concerned, they have found their forever homes with SSR and permanently under our wing.
Our Forever Care program relies on donations to continue giving safety to dogs that have found themselves needing to be surrendered into our care or left in pounds unclaimed. Through no fault of their own they are unable to be rehomed due to medical complications, palliative care, or behaviourally compromised. Rather than euthanasia we give them safety so they can live out their days having their needs met. It can be costly and we are limited in dogs we can assist and rely on donations from kind people such as yourself to continue the Forever Care program.
If you would like to donate to or sponsor one of our Forever Care dogs please click the link below or email us at admin@seniorsandsilkies.org.au
If you would like to donate to or sponsor one of our Forever Care dogs please click the link below or email us at admin@seniorsandsilkies.org.au
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Beau
Beautiful Beau! Fluffy and soft.
He's the sweetest old soul. And despite his age, I still catch him rolling on the sofa with a toy between his paws! Unfortunately Beau has dynamic airway disease including a degree of tracheal collapse. Without treatment this makes him breathless, cough heavily, intolerant to humidity. He requires twice daily meds. Including his puffer which he really doesn't appreciate! But it's for the best and helps him so he gets a treat every time. In combination, his meds keep him comfy, breathing well and cough-free. Beau is a good example of being careful when walking your dog. Always opt for a harness. Collars compress and scar the windpipe. The smaller the dog, the more damage done. Beau is sponsored by Rakhesh. 💕 |
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Rest In Peace Stanley
Stan came into care and unexpectedly needed to stay in our Forever Care program.
Oh so tiny, fragile and vulnerable.
A multitude of tests were undertaken to try to find a name to what was going on but none could be found. So he stayed so he could be protected and cared for.
He was a mouse of a dog and I only ever heard him bark once. Stan loved one type of dog kibble and cooked chook. All other food offered would go untouched.
Stan liked to be near people but did not want his space invaded. He would ever so quietly remove himself to a distance he was comfortable with.
Late last year Stan had a big health scare and with much vet care and medication he recovered better than our vets has hoped for. We knew his time would be limited but no actual knowing exactly 'when'.
Stan slowed down and was more vulnerable than ever. He got all the extra TLC that I could give you knowing each day was precious.
One Friday night he declined rapidly, by Sunday we knew this was no hiccup and no miracles were going to happen.
So Stan was wrapped in love and hugged whilst being told he was the bestest boy as he passed over the rainbow bridge. He slipped away quietly and quickly. Our dedicated vet was amazing and allowed Stan dignity and understood our grief.
Our little Stan was gone.
For a quiet, tiny boy his presence is oh, so, missed. His bed lays bare and our hearts hurt. Always wanting that one extra day we never get.
Stan was one of a kind and will be forever missed while being grateful we got to give Stan a home he belonged, our love that was not guarded, allowed him to be whatever he needed to be and to spend the time we had together.
Missing you always Stan. Love your human, Em xxxx
Thank you to his sponsor Adele, your support for Stan's ongoing care is greatly appreciated to help our mystery boy
Oh so tiny, fragile and vulnerable.
A multitude of tests were undertaken to try to find a name to what was going on but none could be found. So he stayed so he could be protected and cared for.
He was a mouse of a dog and I only ever heard him bark once. Stan loved one type of dog kibble and cooked chook. All other food offered would go untouched.
Stan liked to be near people but did not want his space invaded. He would ever so quietly remove himself to a distance he was comfortable with.
Late last year Stan had a big health scare and with much vet care and medication he recovered better than our vets has hoped for. We knew his time would be limited but no actual knowing exactly 'when'.
Stan slowed down and was more vulnerable than ever. He got all the extra TLC that I could give you knowing each day was precious.
One Friday night he declined rapidly, by Sunday we knew this was no hiccup and no miracles were going to happen.
So Stan was wrapped in love and hugged whilst being told he was the bestest boy as he passed over the rainbow bridge. He slipped away quietly and quickly. Our dedicated vet was amazing and allowed Stan dignity and understood our grief.
Our little Stan was gone.
For a quiet, tiny boy his presence is oh, so, missed. His bed lays bare and our hearts hurt. Always wanting that one extra day we never get.
Stan was one of a kind and will be forever missed while being grateful we got to give Stan a home he belonged, our love that was not guarded, allowed him to be whatever he needed to be and to spend the time we had together.
Missing you always Stan. Love your human, Em xxxx
Thank you to his sponsor Adele, your support for Stan's ongoing care is greatly appreciated to help our mystery boy
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Frank
Frank is sponsored by Robyn B
Frank arrived into care in April 2019 as a 7yr old, emaciated, matted, neglected boy. If he had ever seen a vet it was a long time before and had no vet work done at all. Not even a microchip.
Frank had lived outside his whole life and knew nothing of kindness or how good life could be.
When his carer laid eyes on Frank for the first time she noticed a distinct shake he had, his wobbly walk and involuntary movements as he stood still.
We took Frank on not knowing what was causing this wobble or how Frank would adjust to life.
Frank's carer spent 6hrs clipping his matted coat from his body.
Frank had a vet visit to assess his overall health and start the diagnostic testing for this 'wobble'.
Thankfully our vets believed Frank had a good quality of life and his emaciation was through neglect, not through an underlying medical condition.
Frank went through testing for white wobblers syndrome. He did not respond to medication, this ruled WWS out. It was time to take Frank to see a neurologist and get to the bottom of things.
Frank made the track to Sydney and underwent blood tests and an MRI. Results came back with mixed news, Frank had no obvious reason for his wobble, his cerebellum was the right size, no tumour, no blunt force trauma all good news. The only downfall was the neurologist could only suggest it was a fault in his cerebellum from birth. There was no way to predict if his condition would worsen, or stay the same.
We then decided Frank needed to stay in care to have all his needs met with his condition and unknown future.
Frank has blossomed in care, his blood liver enzymes returned to normal (they were 5 times the 'normal' range when he came into care. Frank adjusted to life living indoors and stopped his aggression around food when he realised food was a regular occurrence.
Frank lost his eyesight to cataracts, unfortunately he is not a match for the surgical correction and the post operative recovery requirements. Frank has adjusted well to losing his sight. He knows his way around his home confidentially. He loves meeting new people and throws himself at them and charms his way into everyone's heart that he meets.
in July 2021 Frank was diagnosed with adenocarcinoma of the anal gland, a fairly rare and aggressive form of cancer. Frank is currently undergoing diagnostic testing and we will know more soon.
December 2021 - Despite a massive amount of diagnostic testing and two other vet opinion's and examinations, at this stage the original diagnosis of cancer was incorrect, currently no cancer cells can be detected!!!! We are at a loss of how or why and to say we are shocked at what occurred is an understatement, going forward we can only be pleased for Frank and his new vet is aware of Frank's original diagnosis and he wants to have twice a year check ups just to make sure nothing is growing.
July 2022 - Frank had a vet visit after having a stomach upset and was given antibiotics. While Frank was there he had his 6mthly check up where a comphrensive blood panel was done, thankfully the vet was happy with the results. Frank will be booked in for a dental once he is fully recovered from his gut issue.
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Scooby - REST IN PEACE GOLDEN BOY
Scooby was sponsored by Leanne and her cuties
FAREWELL GOLDEN BOY
On Friday 15th March, our wonderful, gentle and sweet senior boy drifted away.
He was a precious gift, who arrived into Forever Care with a bad heart and the grief of losing his family to lifestyle changes. His given name was Scooby.
He was an amazing boy. And I finally feel strong enough to share his last day.
Friday started out like any other. He had his usual sleep-in and woke up with his tail wagging as always.
At around 11am, something just seemed different.
Nothing specific but enough to get my antennae twitching, so we booked him in for a vet checkup just to be sure. You can't ignore a single 'off' day with seniors.
By 2pm he began to rapidly deteriorate out of nowhere.
By 3pm he was already admitted to hospital with emergency supportive care.
4 - 5 - 6 pm He wasn't responding to treatment.
By 7.30pm he was gone.
Joining his friends who went ahead of him.
Everything happened so quickly, it was like a bad dream.
Despite the best care available there was nothing anyone could do. You can't hold back Mother Nature.
He drifted away.
It was his time, his body was tired and it was time to let go.
As I share this news, my thoughts are also with you, our dear SSR Family. You follow the rollercoaster that comes with rescuing senior dogs. Thank you so much for all your love and support.
Thank you for everything you did for Golden Boy Dr Alana.
xxxxAnna
On Friday 15th March, our wonderful, gentle and sweet senior boy drifted away.
He was a precious gift, who arrived into Forever Care with a bad heart and the grief of losing his family to lifestyle changes. His given name was Scooby.
He was an amazing boy. And I finally feel strong enough to share his last day.
Friday started out like any other. He had his usual sleep-in and woke up with his tail wagging as always.
At around 11am, something just seemed different.
Nothing specific but enough to get my antennae twitching, so we booked him in for a vet checkup just to be sure. You can't ignore a single 'off' day with seniors.
By 2pm he began to rapidly deteriorate out of nowhere.
By 3pm he was already admitted to hospital with emergency supportive care.
4 - 5 - 6 pm He wasn't responding to treatment.
By 7.30pm he was gone.
Joining his friends who went ahead of him.
Everything happened so quickly, it was like a bad dream.
Despite the best care available there was nothing anyone could do. You can't hold back Mother Nature.
He drifted away.
It was his time, his body was tired and it was time to let go.
As I share this news, my thoughts are also with you, our dear SSR Family. You follow the rollercoaster that comes with rescuing senior dogs. Thank you so much for all your love and support.
Thank you for everything you did for Golden Boy Dr Alana.
xxxxAnna
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Nikki
Nikki is sponsored by Kel and her cuties
6th May 2022
'Nikki Noodle' is a sweet dog. Unfortunately she had been suffering for a long time from an untreated painful, diseased eye. Possibly treatable over time but she would turn into a Tasmanian Devil and make it a stressful ordeal for everyone just to try to get drops and ointment in twice daily. Finally, we came to the decision that biting and struggling, never getting used to handling of her face meant that for her quality of life, the bad eye needed to come out. The relief was almost instant. And meant no more battles. She became a much happier girl. She now toddles around. Follows her chosen human (definitely not me!) and gets lounge time cuddles each evening. |
I'm allowed to brush the top of her head and scratch her back. But not her chin/chest, and nowhere near her face or feet. Oh well, I'm patient and we'll get there.
Nikki has arthritis treated with Gabapentin, MSM/glucosamine/chondroitin supplement and a top-up of Antinol to cover all bases available. So with unpredictable biting behaviour and bad arthritis and turning 15 this year, Nikki has been retired into care. She really gets along with her buddies too so all in all she's quite pleased to be here. Spoilt rotten.
Nikki has arthritis treated with Gabapentin, MSM/glucosamine/chondroitin supplement and a top-up of Antinol to cover all bases available. So with unpredictable biting behaviour and bad arthritis and turning 15 this year, Nikki has been retired into care. She really gets along with her buddies too so all in all she's quite pleased to be here. Spoilt rotten.
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Pretty Girl
Pretty says thank you for my sponsorship John :)
Pretty was from a backyard operation. Small scale puppy farming in squalid conditions. Like their larger scale counterparts no care is taken for the wellbeing and socialisation of their breeding dogs. Pretty spent 7 years in hell and has the mental scars to show for it.
She thrives in Forever Care, her carer and doggy friends have shown her that life can be serene and that it's ok to trust.
She thrives in Forever Care, her carer and doggy friends have shown her that life can be serene and that it's ok to trust.
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Dogs Who Have Left Us.
We've lost some beautiful souls. 💖
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