If you scroll down and read the post below this one, you'll see that these two posts are highlighting our black beauties. So many people ignore black dogs, and cats too, when they are looking for an animal to adopt. Such a pity that superstition stops these darling creatures finding their forever homes.
Please read the post before this one, which has more information, including a link to an article exploring why black beauties have such a hard time. Read the stories of three of our lovely dogs who are currently in foster care in the Netherlands. And now read the stories of Lucky, Congo, Stevie, Wina and Casimiro, all still with us in Spain.
Lucky
Lucky was indeed lucky, hence his name. Some people found this young, black guy in the mountains above Elviria, not far from our refuge in La Cala. They took him home with them and brought him to the vet for his vaccinations and kept him for a few days. However, they already own a dog, have a very small apartment and not much money so they couldn't keep Lucky, much as they wanted to. Their first act of kindness was to rescue and care for Lucky; their final act of kindness was to bring this lovely dog to us, to ensure that he would be safe.
Lucky is an intelligent dog with a sweet character, very loyal and curious. He's a cross-Galgo, which is seen is his elegant body shape and long slender legs. It's a pleasure to watch him move. Lucky is still very young, two and a half, and will be easy to teach as he's so bright and curious. He'll make a fantastic family pet.
For more information about Lucky, please quote his name and the reference number (5534) and email Denise Lansdale - lansdaledenise@yahoo.co.uk
Here's a video of Lucky on YouTube
Congo
Congo is five already and he's been with us for four years. Time is passing by and he needs a family of his own, it's way overdue. Lovely Congo was bought by his bosses when he was a little puppy. But small puppies grow up and soon they didn't find him cute any more. This we see over and over again. Puppies given as presents for the Feast of Kings, or for birthdays or Christmas. But then they get bored with the toy or realise it's not a toy and needs to be looked after. So then they dump the poor creature.
This is what happened with Congo. So criminal as he's a great dog - wonderful with people and with other dogs. You will see from the videos just how affectionate and people-orientated his is. Now all he needs is a nice family on whom he can lavish all his affection and love. We can guarantee that you'll never regret taking this darling into your family.
For more information about Congo, please quote his name and the reference number (2659) and email Denise Lansdale - lansdaledenise@yahoo.co.uk
| Congo on YouTube More Congo on YouTube |
Stevie
Adorable Stevie had the cards stacked against him - at 11 he's one of our oldies and he is also blind. Nevertheless we're determined to find him a loving home where he can live in comfort in his older years. He's the most affectionate dog ever - so rewarding.
Stevie was brought to us by an English gentleman who found him wandering around alone on the streets. He had the kindness to bring Stevie to us, rather than leave him to be picked up by the people from the killing station. Stevie had a chip but his former owner appears to have gone back to his own country, heartlessly leaving this old, blind dog to his fate.
Stevie may be blind but don't let that put you off - you'd be missing a treasure of a dog. If you cuddle him he's in heaven, it's sheer bliss for him. He puts his little head in your lap and wants to be with you so badly. He is longing to get back to a real home, his home. Can you offer dear Stevie your home and your love. His gratitude will overwhelm you and you'll never regret it.
For more information about Stevie, please quote his name and the reference number (4634) and email Denise Lansdale - lansdaledenise@yahoo.co.uk
Wina
Here's another beautiful, shiny, black beauty. Wina is four years old and an easy going, lovely dog who is loving with humans and social with other dogs. She will stand her ground if challenged but she's easy to guide. We think that besides her Labrador genes she also has a bit of Galgo in her make up, which makes her a fantastic dog.
Her owner couldn't give her the necessary care or couldn't be bothered so Wina had to go. Thankfully she's with us and has a chance of a loving home - that longed for golden basket. Will you be the one who will offer Wina
When Wina arrived at the Refugio, she had injured footpads as you will notice in this video, but that's all under control now. In this second film, you see her with Casimiro (below) and Goos and in the last one you see her playing in the field.
For more information about Wina, please quote her name and the reference number (5469) and email Denise Lansdale - lansdaledenise@yahoo.co.uk
Casimiro
This gorgeous Labrador is Casimiro. He's five years old and has all the positive features of the breed. What a whopper and what a darling. What an ideal family dog - affectionate, gentle, good with children. Casimiro is very friendly, sociable with other dogs and very, very easy going. And yet we found this lovely guy in the appalling killing station of Los Barrios. Unbelievable.
Are you a fan of this wonderful breed? Would you like to take Casimiro for long walks, throw sticks and balls for him and enjoy seeing him so happy and knowing that is is you that have given him this chance. On the first video you'll see him with Wina and Goos. On the second video, you'll see him playing happily in the field.
For more information about Casimiro, please quote her name and the reference number (5470) and email Denise Lansdale - lansdaledenise@yahoo.co.uk
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