Why? Why? Why?

Some of our doggies get adopted quickly. Others take a little longer to find their forever homes. And still others stay with us for several years - with a very unlucky few it's many years. We call them our urgent cases. These dear souls are just as deserving of their own loving family but for some reason they have been overlooked. They may be a little older, maybe they wouldn't win a beauty contest or maybe they just don't stand out but their characters are just as sweet, they are good dogs, kind dogs with a lot of love to give.

So we want to put the spotlight on them. We want to boost their chances of finding a home. To show you just how wonderful and special they are. I'll probably do this over several posts starting with three who have been with us for around three years. These are not the only 'long stayers' - you can find more darlings on the website. All three of  the dogs on this post are in foster care and would love you to visit, get to know them - and maybe take them home?

Delila

Delila and her four puppies were in great danger. They were living on the golf course at La Cala de Mijas and it would only have been a matter of time before the owners called in the dog catchers from the killing station. Luckily we got there first. Delila is five years old now and between the Refugio and foster care she has been with us for three years. Please, could you open your heart to this lovely quiet dog. She needs a family of her own. Read more and see the little video here.

Nino

Dear Nino is ten already and has been with us for two of those ten years. This beautiful cross labrador is a sweet, calm fellow who loves playing, according to his foster family. He is best not placed with small dogs and cats and only older children. He would love to just be the only dog, with a sweet boss who he can love for the rest of his life. For more photos and video and full information, please click.

Cala

Cala came to us in a terrible state, two years ago. She had delivered her puppies somewhere in the campo but the people in the neighbourhood were threatening to kill them. They were saved by a young man who tried to hide them - when it became too difficult he asked us for help. The little ones did well, becoming fat little bundles of gorgeousness. Poor Cala though was emaciated and covered in fleas. But finally she got less timid, put on weight and went to loving foster parents. And now this dear mama needs a home of her own. Will you offer her one? More photos, information and videos here