Yorkshire Rose comes up trumps again!

On Wednesday 26th September we were contacted by Nichola - one of the Leeds Dog Wardens - pleading with us to help a staffie she had picked up as a stray the day before.  He was underweight, riddled with fleas and had scratched himself bald and raw in several places.  He was also at least 6yrs old and this, with his physical condition, meant that it was highly likely he would get overlooked in kennels and end up being destroyed at the end of the week.
We wanted to help but desperately needed to find someone to foster him for us.  After an appeal on Facebook and by email to over 600 recipients - we were astounded at the offers of help that we received from across the country.
(The power of the internet and cross-posting!!)
Leeds Dog Warden service gave permission for the staffie (now named Gordon) to enjoy the rest of his statutory 7 days in the care of a foster home.
So we collected him yesterday and took him straight to the vets for a thorough check up.  He had seen a vet on Tuesday with Nichola so the fleas had gone and the antibiotics had kicked in!  Our vet was happy that he was making good progress and he was allowed on his way!
Paula and Craig have opened their home to Gordon and we cannot thank them enough.  After having a poo on their lounge carpet he settled quietly into an armchair!!!
Thank you to absolutely everyone that has been involved in any way to enable us to save Gordon.

We will keep you updated on his progress so watch this space!

Fun Dog Show - Sunday 16th Sept 2012

Well how lucky were we with the weather??
The wind was pretty gusty at times but despite a poor weather forecast, it didn't rain until the moment we had finished packing up.
Approx 3,000 people attended and we had a high number of entries into the dog show classes.
Apart from the dog show there were other activities going on such as 'have a go' agility and dog games.  Also cake stalls, tombolas, jewellery cleaning, refreshments etc.
Unfortunately the police dogs were called away so were unable to do a display - although they made an appearance later and people were able to meet the dogs and have a chat with the officers
We will be looking at how we can change the classes for the dog show next year so that it doesn't seem to drag on...and on.... and on .....!!
Thanks to everyone that attended and supported us - we had a great day and it was brilliant to see so many of our dogs come back to say hello!!

Police Dogs

We are proud to announce that West Yorkshire Police Dogs will be giving a display at our Fun Dog Show at 12pm

Fun Dog Show Classes

COMPANION DOG SHOW

(Held under Kennel Club Regulations)

In aid of YORKSHIRE ROSE DOG RESCUE

(Registered Charity Number 1137348)

Sunday 16^th September 2012

At

Oakwell Hall Country Park

Nutter Lane

Birstall

West Yorkshire

WF17 9LG

Entry Fees: £1 per class

JUDGING COMMENCES: 1PM  (Entries from 11am)

1.         PEDIGREE CLASSES

·         Any variety puppy dog (aged 6 to 12 months)

·         Any variety puppy bitch (aged 6 to 12 months)

·         Open dog (over 12 months)

·         Open bitch (over 12 months)

2.         NOVELTY CLASSES

·         Doggie Fancy Dress

·         Best veteran (aged 8yrs and over)

·         Dog with the waggiest tail

·         Most handsome dog

·         Prettiest bitch

·         Cutest puppy (6 to 12 months)

·         Egg and Spoon Race

·         Best crossbreed dog

·         Best crossbreed bitch

·         Junior handler (14yrs and under) basic obedience – sit, down and walk to heel

·         Rescue Parade

·         Free entry class for any dog that hasn’t won a rosette all day!

Judged on ‘The dog that the judge would most like to take home’!