Crumpets Story
” One day in March I was sitting on my kennel watching the world go by with my other doggy friends. A couple of humans came walking around – not unusual, but I didn’t get excited as I had been at the rescue centre for over 7 years and seen it all before. I was classed as old because I think I am around 10 years old (that what the vet says).
I was surprised the next day when I was taken out of my kennel, given a shower (not keen on water) and a bit of a haircut. Guess what I was being adopted!!!!
I was put in their car and taken to my new home. It was a house – scary.
They seemed a nice couple they spoke to me gently and gave me masses and masses of cuddles. I had a nice comfy place to sleep, which is a dog cage at the bottom of the stairs. I feel safe there and happy to go to sleep because I know nothing going to get me or frighten me.
Some things were new to me. Television. By the way I don’t like Pointless – ‘hiya’ gets on my nerves. I’ve had to get used to seeing myself in mirrors, going for regular walks, meeting the neighbours not just humans but the other neighborhood dogs (nice dog next door called Lilly).
I made my new family smile when I first learnt to jump in the back of the car ( I do like going out for a little jaunt in the car), the next time I wasn’t so successful as the tailgate wasn’t open so I banged my nose – hey everyone has to learn.
I have really settled in now and know that when they have to go out they will always come back. I get so excited when I hear their car into the drive I wag my tail and race around like a 2 year old. They are always pleased to see me as well and if I have been really good I get a treat.
Anyway I’ll finish now as its time for my afternoon nap whilst man is watching cricket and wife in swimming pool.
P.S
A word from my family
We were a little unsure about having a dog but Crumpet has not let us down. She is the perfect dog for us. Calm, gentle and happy and no damage to shoes, furniture etc.. We have taken it slowly and she has settled in so well. Every day we learn a little more about each other. So please if you are thinking about adopting a dog, please consider an older dog they can be just as fun as a puppy if not more.
A Happy Ever After Story……….
TRNC Resident and broadcaster Denise Phillips, recently lost her precious cat after a lengthy illness. As a frequent visitor to our GladRags /Office in Karakum, Denise had expressed a wish to have a cat back in her life but didn’t feel that she was in a position to have a kitten. So, after a visit to the Centre last week and after an in depth grilling, sorry ‘homing interview’ with our Cattery Supervisor…. (If you know her, you’ll get this)!
Jake AKA Albert/Bertie Wobble (new name), left the centre for a new life with Denise. Now Bertie has his own issues, 3 legs and a damaged tail but is now the pampered fur-baby of our very own Radio Angel. He has visited the vet, been given a clean bill of health and is thought to be approx 5 years old.
The reason for this story being published now, is to highlight that older, elderly dogs and cats offer as much to your life as a puppy or kitten. Denise herself commented that ‘ having an older cat with an established personality is just as much fun as a kitten chasing a toy around’.
Please consider an older rescue animal. There are plenty to choose from, give them a chance in their twilight years.
DREW – a life anew
We love all of our dogs and cats at the center but sometimes we can’t help but have a favourite. A special favourite for quite a few people is Drew. A big handsome, calm and very gentle dog who loves nothing more than being with people and being fussed.
A few months ago we had some visitors (Cassie and George) up at the center and they too fell in love with Drew. After much discussions and planning (including moving to a new house that would be better for a big dog !) they adopted Drew and preparations began to get him ready to travel to his new home …….in Canada.
On Sunday of this week Elaine and the KAR Pet Travel met at Ercan early in the morning to check Drew in and wave him Goodbye. He had a long journey ahead but we knew that it would all be worth it.
We have heard from Cassie, George and Drew and he arrived safe and sound and is now settling into his new home and family well and he has a new name – Caleb.
But to his KAR family he will always be Drew dearest Drew
– although you are missed everyone at KAR is so happy for you.
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