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4 days ago

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CODY FOR ADOPTION IN CORNWALL/DEVON

Found as a stray in Bosnia. Someone left him on a crossroad, and Cody remained there, faithfully waiting for his people to come back for him.
Sadly this never happened and thankfully, Andrea, a kind-hearted rescuer, took mercy on him and took him to a dog pension where he was cared for until we stepped up for this beautiful young boy. Cody now needs to belong and a place to call his home.

Stunning Shepherd-Type Crossbreed Dog

🐾 Meet CODY a dog as happy as his name. Meaning – helpful and you can’t help but fall in love!

Super-friendly, stunning shepherd-type cross-breed dog, looking like a giant red fox.

• Size: 50cm approx

• Sex: male

• Age:
Cody acts like like an adolescent but estimated in Bosnia at about 3 years approx. He behaves like a much younger dog and is very much like an enthusiastic friendly pup. Our vet thinks he is younger than the original estimate from the overseas vet. No older than 2 years, maybe younger even.

• Neutered: yes

• Vaccinated: yes

• Microchipped: yes

Take a look at how happy is with his new playmates!
We have many more videos of Cody, showing this happy-go-lucky doggie enjoying his best life with his canine and human friends alike!

Please subscribe to our YouTube channel for video updaters. Cody has his very own playlist on our YouTube channel here:
www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLdGUjLCigDAG83NI46aCMJT9OpFxMIWq7

Cody is a bundle of joy when it comes to playtime!
His favourite “calm-time” companion is a big KONG toy stuffed with fresh cooked chicken, which keeps him happily occupied.

Outdoors, he absolutely adores chasing his ball-on-a-string with boundless energy - it’s the perfect way for him to burn off steam and enjoy himself.

One of Cody’s endearing traits is his non-possessive nature; he’s incredibly gentle and it’s easy to take anything from his mouth, making playtime stress-free and fun for everyone.

At heart, Cody is a sweet and gentle soul who just needs a bit of guidance delivered with love and consistency. Anything harsh can really shake his confidence, so it’s crucial that training with Cody is always game-based, fun, and loving.

Despite his often “forward” seeming demeanor, Cody is actually quite sensitive and crumbles easily, which is why confidence-building is so important for him. We are more than happy to discuss this further and offer practical advice.

Recently, Cody went on a short home trial, which, although it didn’t work out (through no fault of his own), provided us with valuable insights into his behaviour in a home environment - a setting he’s never really experienced before. Initially, he was hesitant to enter the house but quickly overcame his insecurity and started to enjoy the comforts of home.
When he feels overwhelmed, Cody might have a few accidents indoors, but with patience, confidence-building, and understanding, this can be easily overcome.
He’s very clean in his current environment and knows the routine well now, but he’ll need a bit of help understanding how things work in a new home, which probably seems like a big, confusing box to him. With the right guidance, he’ll quickly adapt. We are more than happy to offer practical advice on this subject.

Cody is a snuggler at heart - whether it’s cuddling up next to his people or laying by their feet, he loves being close once he built trust.

With a little patience and a lot of love, Cody will make a wonderful and loyal companion. 🐕❤️

IDEAL HOME:

Cornwall/Devon only, please.

Would suit an outdoors orientated home who are able to embrace the fun and needs of an energetic young dog like Cody.

His adopters need to be armed with lots of love, patience and the willingness to train this stunning dog, who is a puppy in a young adult’s body.

Shepherd dog experience would be beneficial, but not essential if his new people are rescue dog experienced and good research has been done. His new home has to be realistic and patient, while being prepared to change their lives to suit Cody’s needs initially.

His new family needs to be enthusiastic about training and, once ready, socializing Cody in the outside world to make him the best he can be. He will give you his heart and loyalty in return.

A patient and understanding home is needed for Cody, who can give him lots of time would be ideal, so Cody can learn what he needs to in order to become more confident and balanced.

Cody’s new people need to be realistic about his past and taking on rescue dogs in general. While very friendly and kind, we have noticed flinching and cowering if we for example throw a ball and lift our arms up too high too quickly. He is also scared of ropes. We can only guess at what past experiences darling Cody carries in his memories…

Cody is looking for a home with a good size secure garden for his initial training, playtime, and to lounge around in, especially during the initial settling in time where we don’t recommend taking him for a walk and grant him ample time to decompress. To assure a smooth transition we strongly advise to visit our guidelines (required read) here:

New Rescue Dog FAQs paws2freedom.org/new-rescue-dog-faqs/

Application and vetting processes apply. Please get in touch if you’re interested in adopting Cody; we typically respond within 24 hours. A Meet & Greet will be arranged after the application is approved. 🐾

BEHAVIOUR, TEMPERAMENT, UNIQUE TRAINS, TRAINING NEEDS:

Cody is a gorgeous and super-friendly dog who exudes enthusiasm for life.

A truly lovable scamp.

He is friendly and social with people and other dogs. Cody loves spending time with people and is friendly and playful with other dogs.

On the other hand, Cody has a very shy side too, which is the result of lack of experiences. Step by step introducing him to the adventures that life has to offer will transform Cody into a wonderfully balanced and more confident dog.

Cody is very happy and bouncy, often acting like an oversized puppy. He also displays some puppy traits, eg. jumping for attention and mouthing. It’s easy to see that Cody never enjoyed formal training, nor has had boundaries set. We have started working with him on this and he made good progress already. He is ready and keen to learn. A very bright spark!

In terms of training, Cody is essentially a blank canvas. He has never received formal training and needs to learn how to focus, basic commands, boundaries and impulse control. He is clever and eager to learn, as well as quick to pick up what’s expected of him.

His adopters should be prepared for a dog who, at times, behaves like a teenager. Cody is both praise and food-oriented, making training a fun challenge.

He can be strong on the lead and needs to learn how to walk calmly and control his impulses.

Cody is already making good progress on this here, but his adopters will need to continue what we have started.

He approaches life with boundless enthusiasm and loves to run and play, needing to learn to calm down and focus.

While crate trained, Cody prefers freedom. While in a crate he can entertain himself with toys when left alone for a few hours.

Despite his youthful exuberance, Cody is very loving and will undoubtedly become a loyal companion.

Cody travels well in a car.

CHILD FRIENDLY:

Yes, but older dog-savvy children 12+ as he can be boisterous and may unintentionally hurt a young child in his bouncy playfulness.

DOG FRIENDLY:

Yes, Cody loves to play with other dogs. However, his enthusiasm may be too much for some dogs as he can play quite rough. He has made friends with little Rolo here and the little guy is teaching Cody how to play. When Rolo left for his new home, Cody found a playmate in Nerine who matched him in size and energy levels. Cody, Nerine and newly introduced Soni are a happy trio during their outings who enjoy sniffing the sniffs and playing too.

Cody is listening and learning and his interaction with other dogs is wonderful to watch. He never shows any type of aggressive behaviour during play or otherwise. A super dog!

He would be happiest with a play-friend to live with. Any dog he lives with should be an energetic dog who loves to play. He has shared life with other dogs previously and would thrive living with another dog as a role model.

If he lived as an only dog he would need lots of interaction to keep him fulfilled and his family would have to take care to keep him socialized, in order to meet Cody’s needs. A play-friend or more would be lovely for Cody and help burn off some of his energy too.

CAT FRIENDLY:

We were told that at the dog pension in Bosnia Cody didn’t pay much attention to the resident cat who is very dog-savvy and stood her ground. However, we suspect that Cody in his boundless enthusiasm for play may not react the same to another cat (most cats tend to run at the sight of a new dog) and we are unable to assess him with cats here.

LIVESTOCK/OTHER:

Not tested.

HEALTH:

Tested negative for Brucellosis (tested abroad and also in the UK via our vet), Leishmans, Heartworm, Lyme Disease, Anaplasmosis, Ehrlichia and passed his general pre-travel health check.

UK vet check showed Cody to be in very good condition. He contracted kennel cough from a kennel where he stayed prior to coming to us and recovered very well.
His general UK blood test showed the values of a very healthy young dog.

Cody’s throat can be very sensitive which could likely be the result of a past on a chain, which sadly is ever so common an experience for overseas dogs. How a dog like him would even try to cope with that… doesn’t bear thinking… We use a strong harness for him which is much kinder.

FOOD/TREATS:

Cody has been fed on a variety of foods here, all of which agreed with him. He does not like to be fed on kibble only, which is something we don’t support anyway. In our humble opinion, at a minimum, food should be mixed for optimal health.

Here is what we feed:

Paleo Ridge raw food paleoridge.co.uk/
Cody is fine with any variety, including tripe combinations and also their whole raw fishes.

Raw marrow bones and chicken necks from the butcher.

Tin Food, which he is currently on is from ZooPlus www.zooplus.co.uk/
He loves all the Rocco varieties, Lukullus and Wolf of the Wilderness. They have a decent meat content, no additives or fillers. They also do dry food in each brand which could be mixed.

He loves cooked chicken stuffed into a Kong, natural tripe sticks (also bought from ZooPlus – Rocco brand), furry rabbit ears (Amazon or ZooPlus and pigs ears.

It would be amazing if his future home would be able to continue this for him.

HOUSE TRAINED:

Briefly tested when on home trial where Cody was essentially clean, but had some accidents when overcome with stress and insecurity. Clean here in his space if given regular outings.

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Thank you for reading about this lovely boy.

Before you apply, we recommend taking a look at our New Dog Advice to help ensure a smooth and happy transition for you and your new furry friend! 😊

New Rescue Dog FAQs paws2freedom.org/new-rescue-dog-faqs/

Application and vetting processes apply.

The first step is to fill out an application form. You'll find it at the bottom of Cody’s page 😊

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Paws2Freedom

1 week ago

HONEY
FOR FOSTER/ADOPTION CORNWALL/DEVON

🐾💖 Meet Honey: The Sweetest Nectar of Hope 🐾💖

Honey’s name means “nectar,” “honey,” “darling,” and “sweetie,” and she truly lives up to it.

Her journey began on the tough streets of Bosnia, where she was found as an abandoned pup and brought to the busy Bark Ark Rescue Shelter. For Honey, this shelter became her world - crowded, noisy, and full of competition for food and space. It was the only life she knew during her year there, growing up surrounded by other dogs but without the comfort of a real home.

When we first saw a photo of Honey as a sweet little pup, and then again as a young adult, it broke our hearts 💔 to see how limited her life had been. The longer she stayed in the shelter, the more she risked becoming ‘institutionalized,’ making it even harder for her to adjust to a real home. We knew we had to change her luck!

Though we were not in a position to take in new dogs, we decided to give Honey a chance at a better life. She was moved to a dog hotel run by the caring Dusica, who has looked after some of our other dogs in the past. Thanks to Bojan, the shelter owner, who traveled for hours to bring Honey to Dusica, she has now started the first steps toward a happier life. 🐾

Honey is still very scared, but she is also curious and responds well to calm energy, a soft voice, and gentle affection. Dusica is working patiently to gain her trust, and Honey is slowly starting to come out of her shell. 💕

PROFILE:

Honey is in search of a loving home located in Cornwall/Devon. Once we find the right place, she will be able to travel from Bosnia to begin her new journey.

Breed: mixed breed

Size: medium

Sex: female

Age: just over 1 year (DOB 05.07.23)

Neutered: yes

Vaccinated: yes

Microchipped: yes

Temperament/Behaviour/Training needs:

Honey grew up in the busy Bark Ark shelter, which was the only home she had ever known. Seeing her in the shelter Honey came across as happy and outgoing, but outside her familiar surroundings she is a very different dog. Because she never experienced anything else, she was very scared when placed in a different environment. She is slowly gaining trust with Dusica at the doggy hotel, but we expect her to face a significant setback when she has to travel overseas.

She is a very fearful dog, but does not show any fear aggression. Honey just pulls away and wants to run from what she fears. Which is basically anything new.

Honey will need a patient and extremely understanding home which can offer her a lot of quiet time without pressures.

She will require a lot of time to adjust to her new surroundings.

All basic training will be necessary, but building trust will be the foundation for everything else.

Honey has never been outside the shelter and now dog hotel environment and lacks experience of life as we consider normal for our dogs.

Child friendly:
She needs a settled calm home, hence no children at this stage as she is too scared. Older dog savvy teenagers may be considered.

Dog friendly:
Honey loves other dogs and needs a home with another dog as a role model

Cat friendly:
Honey he is ok with the resident cat at the dog boarding where she currently lives. No guarantee for new cats though. The resident cat is very used to dogs and does not run!

House trained:
She is clean in her space at the dog hotel, but she is allowed outside a lot of the time. Never lived in a home before and will need to be shown gently what’s expected of her.

Blood tested:
This will be done once a foster home has been found and travel can be arranged.

Ideal Home for Honey:

Honey is a very special girl who needs a realistic and experienced home. She’s a ‘special needs’ dog who requires extra care and patience to help her overcome her fear of the outside world, new situations, and unfamiliar people.

In Honey’s case, we would give preference to foster with the intent to adopt, as her fearfulness might make it harder for her to settle into a new home again.

A calm and settled environment is crucial for her, so no young children, please.

She needs someone with no expectations, who understands how to patiently earn her trust -a process that may take time. We’ll be there to support you every step of the way, offering professional advice free of charge.

Having another dog in the home is an absolute must for Honey. She’s never lived without another dog for company and will need a role model to help her adjust.

An enclosed garden is essential for her playtime and training, as she might not be ready for walks outside her new home for quite some time.

Please note that Honey’s profile is based on the information we’ve received from the shelter and dog hotel. While this gives us valuable insights into her behaviour and needs, we haven't yet conducted a home assessment for her life in the UK. Therefore, some aspects of her personality and requirements may evolve as she adjusts to a home environment.

Honey will be ready to travel to the UK 🇬🇧 as soon as we find the right home for her. Once we do, she’ll be blood tested and ready to travel on the next available transport. Given her fearfulness and struggle with change, we strongly prefer a foster home with the intent to adopt, so that she won’t have to face any more upheaval. This darling girl deserves a stable, loving environment where she can finally flourish. 🌸

If you believe you can provide Honey with the love and stability she needs, please complete our foster application here: paws2freedom.org/foster/ 💻🐾

Before applying, please remember that fostering is different from adopting. Our foster homes need to be realistic, able to assess the new dog, and work through any challenges. 🏡 Regular updates are essential, and we provide professional support and cover vet costs. If you’re considering “fostering to adopt,” the same criteria apply as with any foster home.
We can’t accept foster homes with young children, and an enclosed garden is essential for exercise and play since the dogs can’t be walked for a minimum of 1-3 weeks after arrival. Each dog is an individual, and some take longer. Honey may take much longer! Other resident dogs are fine if they are accepting of newcomers and make good role models, and in Honey’s case, another dog will be essential. 🐕 Cats are okay if they have a safe space to retreat to, possibly long-term if needed, in case the new dog doesn’t accept them or vice versa.

These darling dogs have been through so much already, and we want to make sure they don’t get pushed from pillar to post when they arrive. Things might not always go smoothly, but they always work out in the end. ❤️

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Paws2Freedom

1 week ago

AURELIA
FOR FOSTER/ADOPTION CORNWALL/DEVON

💛 Meet Aurelia - The Golden One 💛

Aurelia is a beautiful name for an even more delightful girl. Her name means "The Golden One," but sadly, her story didn’t start in golden light.

For most of her 3 years, Aurelia was kept on a chain, used as a breeding machine to produce puppies for profit. Her life was anything but golden.

Somehow, whether through an accident or from birth, Aurelia's right front paw and leg are slightly angled, giving her a slight limp. As a Golden Retriever, her previous owner saw her as valuable and attempted surgery to correct it, but the operation failed. Even though the slight deformity didn't trouble Aurelia at all, without a second thought, he discarded her. Heartbreakingly, only a few weeks prior she had given birth, but only one of her pups survived. 💔

Bojan from the Bosnian Bark Ark Rescue Shelter was called to take Aurelia in, and she was brought to a busy, stressful shelter. It was a total shock to Aurelia! Purebred dogs like Aurelia often struggle in such environments, and we were asked to help. Although we’re unable to take in new dogs at the moment, we found a loving boarding facility that has cared for some of our dogs before. Bojan, ever so kindly, took Aurelia there, which meant long hours of travel for him. Thanks to his dedication, Aurelia is now well looked after and happy, under the care of Dusica, the experienced and loving lady who runs the doggy hotel. 🏡

PROFILE:

Aurelia is in search of a loving foster home located in Cornwall/Devon. Once we find the right place, she will be able to travel from Bosnia to begin her new journey.

Breed: Golden Retriever

Size: Large

Sex: Female

Age: 3 yrs (DOB 01.08.2021)

Neutered: yes

Vaccinated: yes

Microchipped: yes

Temperament/Behaviour/Training needs:

Aurelia is very friendly and sweet natured.

She absolutely loves food and cuddles.

Please expect to start from the beginning where training is concerned, but she walks well on the lead already.

As with most dogs, especially those who have never known home life, Aurelia will most likely be confused on arrival and will need time to relax before anything else.

Child friendly:
Aurelia is a sweet girl and would most likely be ok with children in general, however we are looking for a home without young children to get Aurelia assessed first.

Dog friendly (on and off lead):
Seems fine in either situation.

Cat friendly:
She is ok with the resident cat at the dog boarding where she currently lives. No guarantee for new cats though. The resident cat is very used to dogs and does not run!

House trained:
Aurelia is clean in her space but has a lot of freedom outdoors during the day. Never lived in a home before and will need to be shown gently what’s expected of her.

Blood tested:
Will be done once a foster home has been found and travel can be arranged.

Ideal home for Aurelia:

Aurelia needs an experienced foster home filled with lots of time and love to help her thrive.

Ideally, she'd have another dog companion, but she could also live as an only dog if she has a play friend outside the home, for when she is ready to venture out.

Her garden must be enclosed and secure, providing ample space for playtime and training, especially during her settling-in period when she can’t be walked outside.

We can’t place her in a home with young children at this stage, though this could change if she’s rehomed later, depending on her full assessment.

Please note that Aurelia’s profile is based on the information we’ve received from the shelter and dog hotel. While this gives us valuable insights into her behaviour and needs, we haven't yet conducted a home assessment for her life in the UK. Therefore, some aspects of her personality and requirements may evolve as she adjusts to a home environment.

To give Aurelia the bright future she deserves, we need to find her a dedicated FOSTER HOME. Once we do, she’ll be blood tested and ready to travel on the next available transport.
If you’d like to help Aurelia by fostering, please complete our foster form here:

paws2freedom.org/foster/ 💻🐾

Before applying, please remember that fostering is different from adopting.

Our foster homes need to be realistic, able to assess the new dog, and work through any challenges. Regular updates are essential, and we provide professional support and cover vet costs. If you’re considering “fostering to adopt,” the same criteria apply as with any foster home.

We can’t accept foster homes with young children, and an enclosed garden is essential to exercise and play in since the dogs can’t be walked for a minimum 1-3 weeks after arrival. Each dog is an individual and some take longer.

Other resident dogs are fine if they are accepting of newcomers and make good role models.

Cats are okay if they have a safe space to retreat to, possibly long-term if needed, in case the new dog doesn’t accept them or vice versa.

These darling dogs have been through so much already, and we want to make sure they don’t get pushed from pillar to post when they arrive.

Things might not always go smoothly, but they always work out in the end. ❤️

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