Found anxious and desperately thin
Three-year-old lurcher Faith came into our care underweight, cold, and shivering. She was found with tape around her paws and her fur shaved – possibly due to a DIY medical attempt after a hare coursing injury.
Once Faith was safely in our care, we dressed her injuries and put her on a high-protein diet. She was so underweight, that she needed four coats to keep her warm. Her anxiety meant she wasn’t eating well, so she was losing even more weight.
On the path to recovery
Gradually, Faith settled in and learned to trust those around her. Her appetite returned and she started to gain weight. Our vet Laura was able to vaccinate and spay her.
Meanwhile, our dog handler Georgia started to build a bond with Faith, gradually teaching her to gain confidence. Georgia also trained Faith on and off her lead, so that she could safely be walked when rehomed. Georgia soon became one of Faith’s favourite humans and couldn’t get enough hugs and snuggles!
How rising costs are affecting Woodgreen
As well as seeing more abandoned pets, we’re also seeing our own costs increasing – and in some cases doubling. Here are just a few examples:
A special heat pad
Increased by 47%
A special heat pad to warm up a pet who is dangerously cold has gone up by as much as £7 – from £15 to £22.
A raised bowl
Increased by 50%
A raised bowl for an older pet, or one wearing a buster collar after surgery – up by as much as £4.
Wet food for dogs
Increased by 40%
A large variety box of tasty grain free/chicken free wet food for dogs which used to cost £50 is now £70.
Small and large toys
Increased by 50%
A large outdoor training toy for our dogs – up by as much as £50.
That’s £81 more on just four essential items.
Finding Faith a loving home of her own
During her time with us, Faith received all the loving care, shelter, food, and training she needed to prepare for a new life. This is when another very special person, Linda, came into her life. It was love at first sight, and Faith found the happiness and safety she deserved.
With your help, we can be there for the next pet who comes through our doors, and transform their life, too.
Why support Woodgreen?
Our team works tirelessly to provide safe shelter, specialist care, and a brighter future for thousands of dogs, cats, and small pets. Whatever the reason for a pet coming to us, we don’t turn them away. At Woodgreen, our priority is to help every animal, no matter what their background or how challenging their care.