Bowie

 

“Bowie is settling well into his new life in the countryside, he has clearly been loved previously. He is a very gentle, soft boy, who is brilliant in the home. His attention outside his being worked on, but no one can blame him as there are just so many new smells to follow. He is very good at opening doors his new owners have found. After a walk recently in the Yorkshire Dales he went to the pub and was a really good boy.At Christmas he joined in the family game of monopoly by dropping his ball in the centre of the board, pieces flying everywhere!”

 

Dexter

“Hi! My name is Jesse James and I’m such a happy dog in my new home – it’s the best! I love running around on the fells and, best of all, I keep my human happy by getting her to do lots of exercise!

 I’ve found a new friend Pedro, he’s a Portuguese water dog, but he’s odd in that he doesn’t like water – how can dogs not like water?! Pedro is my neighbour and we call for each other to go out and play in our gardens – sometimes I let him play with my toys but he can’t run as fast as me so he tends to just run after me. I love it here!”

 Another happy ending!

 

Sponsor Milo

Hello, Milo here.  I’m only two years old but I’m already in desperate need of long term care and sponsorship.  Please will you help me?

It’s tough being two and knowing that I’m going to need a lifetime of treatment to keep me alive and able to enjoy my life.  Apparently I have a heart murmur with severe sub-aortic stenosis type 2 and considerable left ventricular hypertrophy, which sounds serious and indeed it is.  Put more simply, this is a narrowing of the valves of my heart and a thickening of the walls of my heart, all of which needs constant monitoring.  I have regular echocardiograms (ultrasound scans) to make sure I’m on the right medication and I visit the vet every three months so they can make sure my lungs are clear.

I’ve had my heart problems since birth but I’ve learnt to live with them and to not let all the medical care get me down.  I’m very lucky to have some good friends to keep my spirits up.  There’s little Ralphie, plus my two lady friends – Mabel and Amber – who come on walks with me.  I have a great home life too which includes plenty of toys – the squeakier the better – and I like to use these to get the attention of my foster mum. I’m not a fan of the telephone and will use any means available to cause a distraction when someone is on a call. Jumping and barking usually do the trick.  I’m generally forgiven though, particularly if I remember to bring them a slipper or a shoe to say sorry. 

Despite my considerable health issues I’m managing to keep positive and look towards the future.  I love playing with adults, children and my four-legged friends and I have lots to give, and to live for – particularly if there’s a chicken treat from time to time.  I’m often told that I’m a handsome young chap and that cheers me up no end.  I’m hoping that you’ll want to help me live my best life by sponsoring me. Please click HERE

Jake

“Say hello to Jake, a fine, healthy, soon to be 7 year old springer, who needs a loving home with a family who have plenty of time to indulge him in his love of walks and the outdoors.

He’s come into NWESSR’s care as a change in family circumstances means his owner is unable to give Jake the exercise and attention he needs.

Jake is a friendly, well-behaved boy in the home, doesn’t mind being left on his own for short periods, and is happy to travel in a car. He also loves a good run about in an enclosed area. However, outdoors off the lead his recall is not his strongest point as he is easily distracted. Jake has been known to chase cats and loves watching birds.

Jake’s a big, strong spaniel, with a tendency to pull on the lead, but he has a gentle nature and loves his toys and games. He has never lived in a household with children, and whilst he has never displayed any aggression toward them, prospective owners should bear this in mind.

Is Jake the dog for you? If so, please complete a vetting form, mentioning JAKE in your application.”

Watson

Sadly on 17/10/22 we had to say goodbye to Watson aged 11yrs 10mths.

We adopted him on 24/07/11 aged 7mths. Once he overcame the nervous weeing, shredding of cookery books and maps!! These were kept on a shelf, in the kitchen where he slept, he was an absolute joy, very intelligent, gentle and always happy. Open the motorhome door and he would be in before us. Watson would go out in any weather, he was with us always, travelling the length and breadth of the country.  In his final 12mths he visited The Orkney Isles, toured Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Lands End and more. He loved water and would dive into the Lochs, Lakes, sea at every opportunity. 

When the grandchildren visited, Watson greeted them tail wagging, more so if they had food in their sticky hands. Our six year old grandson would often lie on the floor with Watson telling him he was “the best dog ever”. He truly was. 

R.I.P “Watson, the best dog ever”

Jesse James nee Dexter

Four years old Jesse James nee Dexter, after  joining his owners wild swimming in the river, modelling his brand new dry robe!

He has really settled in very well He loves running and is responding well to instructions. He’s a very smart dog and remembers where his owners have hidden his toys when it’s time to have a rest!. He is tired out at the end of the day as he has two long walks and is also playing out in the paddock for hours during the day. The dog next door comes calling for him each day and they chase each other around the garden.I think he’s really happy in his new home and it’s clear he was really well cared for at his previous home.

Cassie

Hi there. We adopted Cassie back in March and whilst she was a typical Springer juvenile, she was also headstrong, determined and to be honest a tad wild. 🤣

With lots of walks, training sessions interjected with games and fun, she has now learned that ‘team work’ is much more rewarding and fun.

Here are some photos of our fabulous girl, enjoying the great outdoors….as Springers should.

I hope you love them.

Kindest regards.

Jack

Jack – 3 years old – Adopted in December 2022

Young Jack has a lovely new home, where he is learning that it’s safe to settle down and relax. His owner has plenty of time to devote to him and they enjoy lots of lovely long walks in the countryside. Best of all, Jack is now channeling his enormous energy and drive into retrieving balls with astounding speed and enthusiasm! Well done Jack.

 

 

Where there’s a will, there’s a way. 

As October approaches there is lots to look forward to, not least some leaf chasing when out on blustery dog walks!October is also ‘make a will’ month, where many solicitors and charities offer free will writing services. While writing a will often slips down the ‘to do’ list in favour of more pressing tasks, it is a really easy, affordable thing to do which brings great peace of mind. Making a will, or taking the time to make sure it is up to date, affords control over your estate,ensuring that your loved ones are properly looked after. As well as providing for your family or friends, a will also affords an opportunity to benefit charities close to your heart. North West English Springer Spaniel Rescue are grateful to all of those who have kindly remembered the charity in their will; their generous legacies have allowed us to rescue and rehabilitate many more dogs than we would otherwise have been in a position to help. A gift in a will (also sometimes referred to as a testamentary legacy) can take many forms, it may be a specific sum of money (either a fixed amount or a percentage of the total estate), it may be a specific item of property (for e.g. a particular painting) or it may be residuarylegacy, which means everything left in your estate once all other testamentary gifts have been administered. In addition tosupporting your favourite causes, gifts made to charity in your will may also reduce the inheritance tax incurred by the administration of your estate. As well as allocating your property, your will also represents an important opportunity to ensure that your beloved pets are well cared for if the need arises. Your will provides an opportunity to state who you wish to look after your pets upon your death. This may be a named individual, for example a family member or close friend, however this also may include organisations such as North West English Springer Spaniel Rescue. If you are considering leaving your dog in NWESSRs care in your will, please make sure you contact our Surrenders team (onhoming@englishspringerrescue.co.uk or 07884331017 ) so that we can get all the information we need to ensure that they are well looked after.

October is a great month to take organisations up on their offer of free will writing, however here are a few things to bear in mind when writing a will:

NWESSR advise that you consult a Solicitors Regulatory Authority registered solicitor if you wish to make a new will or revise an existing one. For solicitors in your areaparticipating in “free wills month” see https://freewillsmonth.org.uk/
 
When making a will, it is important to be very clear as to what you wish to leave to whom. i.e., my home, 17 Coleridge Way, Ambridge, to my daughter, Emily Smith of 5 Davenham Close, Walford.
 
a will must be signed and witnessed by two witnesses, neither of whom can benefit under the will.
 
Should you wish to kindly remember a charity such as NWESSR in your will, again they need to be clearly identified with their full name, registered address and charity commission number, for e.g., North West English Springer Spaniel Rescue, 73 Elton Road Sandbach, Cheshire CW11 3NF, Charity Number 1076924.
 
When writing your will, you must appoint an executor; this is the person who will administer your will after you pass. That could be a friend or family member, or a professional like a solicitor, although that will likely come at a cost.

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