My morning routine has gotten changed with the arrival of the 5 – mischievous, busy, underfoot 12 week old puppies. They sleep next to me all night long – on the floor not on my bed – there isn’t any more room!! My first trek is to the door, and outside so the little monsters will go pee and poo outside. I have to stand out there with them or they will follow me back in. For some reason they like to pee on the kuranda beds. So many, many times a day I go outside for a few minutes and they go out too. It generally takes a couple of weeks before pups and new dogs use the outside facilities for their “business”. But these guys are never more than 4 feet from my feet. I see separation anxiety problems with these guys if they don’t wean away from me. I really do feel like a Pied Piper.

And all that is done without coffee! It is almost third on my list of to do things in early morning. Pups first, clean up second then make my coffee. Then while it brews I turn on my computer, finish the mopping so when it dings everything is ready to go on-line. And enjoy that really really good cuppa.

It was vet day for the big pups – and they are big! 4 are 17.8 pounds and the biggest is a yellow one – he is 18.6 pounds! They are 12 weeks old, are very healthy – skookum puppies. They are scheduled for neuters on July 12th then they can go off to new home and families. Dave went to Burns Lake with 5 pups but he came home with 6!! It was Pound pick up day too! Our newest arrival is a girl!! She is yellow and weighs 8.8 pound so she is a small dog puppy – she is 12 weeks old too. She is sweet and cuddly and oh so cute. Turtle Gardens welcomes another nameless pup!:

This picture shows pup touching Grizz’s face with Balsam and Poncho behind asleep on the chair.

This one has Birch – and the pup found the food bin!

Our vets feel the pups are suffering from a genetic malformation – they could be father daughter or brother sister breeding. The pups look exactly like mom and all the same; with very similar markings – not a normal occurrence in a stray dog with pups. Normal is pups that don’t look alike at all – different dads. Like Teya and Gryphon! And GrizzToo and Shadow. They sort of look alike but different. And Willow and Birch. Birch looks like Balsam in her face but Willow has similar coloring with a shar pei face. Different dads. Gressie’s pups look like her – very similar coloring and markings. They are so very related. It doesn’t help the heartbreak to know why but I suppose knowing why eases some of the pain of not being able to save them all. Gressie is doing very well. The pups – not so good. We will continue the antibiotics and electrolytes and keep on hoping. Keep thinking positive thoughts for our babies. And light a candle for the little ones that didn’t make it. Don’t litter – spay your critter.

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When momma dogs come in just before whelping, we often don’t have any history of their lives before arrival. Yeta was so matted I was sure she could not be bred - never underestimate the power of sexual hormones! Yeta had 3 puppies 4 days after arrival - one day before her scheduled spay. Her discharge was very discolored so i knew she had an infection. A quick call for antibiotic (which one/dosage/frequency etc) and she was quickly started but not in time for the smallest - we lost the chocolate baby. Yeta is eating well and actually gaining weight! Relief for this mom and litter. The two male babies are thriving - doubled in weight. They are 6 days old.

Gressie looked fine but she must of been harboring an infection. She ate well in the morning as did her babies (who had 12 days had tripled in size), normal poops, and normal going outside, coming to me for pats and sleeping on the kuranda bed beside her x-pen - her favorite spot to watch her babes. last night one pup started keening. Nothing I did soothed him. By morning the biggest pup - a female was also keening. Gressie wouldn’t eat. Again a call to our vets got her started on antibiotics. They found someone to deliver meds for the pups - too late for the two biggest babes. The three smaller ones have had liquid antibiotics - mom has had two doses. The 3 are nursing again and Gressie is eating. So far
everyone is ok but who knows what else could happen. Puppies are such a heartbreak. Both moms have infections. They were thin on arrival. Both whelped normally. Both fed their babes - Yeta increased her milk flow after her antibiotics. Gressie always had a lot of milk - maybe too much! Hopefully they will recover with the antibiotics. We will monitor them and keep in touch with our vets. If any are unwell tomorrow all will be taken in to our vets - one hour in and one hour out. The bigger pups are scheduled for their vaccination and check ups tomorrow. Puppies arr expensive to raise and vaccinate/worm etc. They will need two vaccines before adoption and their neuters too. Dr Martin has confirmed that they can be neutered at 3 months! How cool is that!

And now some updates!!

First Victor - my special bullie boy - he had taken King’s spot!
Victor is doing awesome. He is such a gentle giant with really good manners. He has started to “talk” to us. It’s actually very endearing. My girlfriend was terrified before he came and now she is his biggest fan. He is so affectionate with all of us. I can totally understand how you could miss him. He is a total sweetie pie!
Connie

Then Duchess now Sidney whose family are Penguin Fans!!

Hi Yvette

Here is a pic of Sidney Crosby the amazing wonderful super dog
with her Stanley Cup. She is really happy the Penguins won!

She has been such a great dog. She has a good sit/stay and
it’s an excellent sit/stay if we are holding a piece of cheese! Now we
are working on a solid down. She heels like a dream. In fact, she
doesn’t really need a leash because she stays so close. She is very
reliable on her house training. She has claimed the bottom bunk and
when we say it’s bed time - she is the first one to bed!! Her coat has
become a super glossy black … maybe from all the petting she’s been
getting! She let me trim her nails yesterday with no fuss. We don’t
have a single bad thing to say.

So we want to say thanks again for the gift of Sidney. She’s warmed
our hearts and brought us a Stanley Cup! Yeah!

Lori and the Baileys

And wonderful Gunnar aka Enzo:
Hi Nana Yvette,

It’s Enzo here. I’m with my mom at work today and I thought I would take advantage of some quiet time to send you a quick note. My mom says I am doing just wonderful. I have been to work with her two days this week, and everyone loves me! I am a very mellow doggie when we are at work, and I just hang out at her desk with my toys and wait for someone to walk by so I can roll over on my back and show them my soft tummy. I haven’t been too exposed to other doggies yet as the three times we have gone to the dog park here at work there haven’t been too many dogs out playing. The people here are amazed at how well I hop around, and go up and down the stairs! I have started to eat more food, although I think my mom’s taste in kibble isn’t the best. She is great at brushing me and giving me lots of yummy treats however. I already know sit, stay, lay down, and I am working on heel, and leave it. I am such a smart boy! I will be introduced to my new dog sister this weekend, as my mom wanted to wait to introduce us until I get fully settled. (She is staying at her grandparents’.) I hope you are doing well, I hear you have quite a few puppies around Turtle Gardens, I bet they keep you busy. Thank you so much for being my guardian angel and for taking me in when no one else cared, I am eternally grateful.

And Little Levi:

Dear Yvette and Dave

Levi the dog is awesome! He instantly bonded with me and is already off leash (on trails and places with no cars). He is great with all the other dogs we’ve met and with children. We spent 2 days camping and hiking around the island and I am so happy with him. He is very athletic but never runs away (just runs along!) I think he is still a little confused as to what is “home” because as soon as we arrived back on the mainland, we had to go to work the next day. He was great at the museum and everybody loved him. Now we will settle into our regular routine and I think he will realize which place is his home. (He is probably just happy to realize that I don’t actually live in a hippy van!)
He didn’t really eat for 2 days and finally I mixed in some real meat with his dry food which he scarfed down. I am sure it is just nerves but I think he could stand to gain a pound or two.
Thank-you so much for your careful matching. I am very happy with my almost “no effort” dog. I had a lot of time to plan for him and I came into the situation with a few strict rules which I enacted as soon as we met (like where he sits in the car and eating from his own bowl etc.) It has gone very smoothly. My only point that I will try to work with him on is slowly weaning him away from me all the time. Luckily he got along great with that little Laberdoodle we arrived with and he will go over there every few days for some babysitting. I just want to be able to leave him alone every now and then for a few hours. Other then that I am so happy!
Thank You so much. I will send some photos soon.
Sincerely,
Jennifer

And last Lola’s family in Seattle:

Hi Yvette,

I wanted to let you know how pleased we are with Lola. She is a lovely dog. We love her. She’s obviously been well taken care of, and loves people and other dogs just as you said she would. It looks like she’s going to work out great.

Thanks so much,
Alexandra

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Pongo is neutered!!! It was a tiny abdominal testicle and he is very sore and cranky but home and safe. He refused to come out of the TG Bus so Dave covered him with a fleecy blanket and let him sleep. He is such a nice dog but he is a roamer. He is a stay at home here but we are so very rural – nothing of interest around here. But take him to a town and off he goes to see what he can see and hear. He will need a secure yard and obedience classes to be the best he can be – he is a very smart little man!

The boys are doing very well. Grizz the anatolian has settled in very well. He is a gentle, affectionate soul. He offers his paw gently when he sits in front of me to ask for affection. He is such a nice dog.

Grizz the shepherd mix and Shadow are sweet sweet dogs. What gentle nice boys they are. They will go in next week for their neuters – it is a very very busy week. They have learned to do all of their business outside. They come indoors off and on all day long. They will be awesome companions - quiet, well behaved, not too big – ideal family companions.

Little Charlie is back to her normal happy-go-lucky good natured self. She plays and plays with 3Penny and Willow and Birch. She is affectionate and funny. She will be such a great companion – she will keep you smiling. Her new home will have another dog to play with – she needs that kind of security in her life.

The faces of TG!

The boys - Jasper, Grizz 1 and 2 and Shadow:

Maggie - the mini sharpei:

Wilson, Charlie and Jillian - it has been -1 in early mornings!! Jillian was cold after her spay - she is still recovering!

The blonde boys - one has slightly shorter ears!!

Jasper and Shadow

Beautiful elegant 3Penny - a sherriff dog with severe separation anxiety making her virtually non-adoptable.

Gressie’s pups are now 11 days old - and growing!

And now an update from Seattle!

Hi Yvette,

I wanted to let you know how pleased we are with Lola. She is a lovely dog. We love her. She’s obviously been well taken care of, and loves people and other dogs just as you said she would. It looks like she’s going to work out great.

Thanks so much,
Alexandra

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The TG Bus is home!! Dave and Bear are exhausted after this marathon transport but the dogs are with their families. Today is Pongo’s third attempt at neuter – a crypto-orchid of monumental proportions!! His errant testicle is very difficult to find and today Dr. Veale is sure to neuter our little boy! Dave was just leaving for Houston when a truck arrived – yes that early!! Shawna had 5 puppies that needed to go sooner rather than later – they were just too many, too busy, eating too much. Mom has her appointment for her spay so yes the pups can come in I said. But doggone it – 5 more puppies!! They are friendly, very social and well cared for. And they are all boys – not a bonus as a lot of people prefer females. They are different looking. Mom is a shih tzu but dad was much larger. At 12 weeks they are the same size as mom. Two are black and tan and very fluffy – they look like overgrown shih tzus. Two are yellow with beards and eyebrows – bigger versions of Fritzi. The oddball has a wavy back and a few straggly beard hairs on an all black body. All of them follow Dave and me around – they are super friendly. They have eaten, drank and followed us outside to do their business. I suppose they are cute. Turtle Gardens welcomes the 5 almost teenagers – are they what we call tweenies?

And now updates!!
From Parksville – Lady!

This is our new dog, Lady Maria. She’s a real sweetie, these pics are from her first day and you can see how great she is with Melanie already. Cindy.

Then Betty Barker from Vancouver:

Hi Yvette & Dave - sitting on my front porch & Betty is lying in yard with a bone - she is settling in fine - thanks so much! - when I figure how to get some computer photos & send I will - again thanks so much!! she is a wonderful, sweet little dog.

Thanks Yvette,

And Chewie is starting to adjust:
I made some brown rice in chicken broth for our dinner and offered her some. She ate it right up I will give her some time with the dry food, and mix it with the rice, to see if she warms up to it. We’re still brushing, and brushing, and brushing I think we’ve gotten 4 armfuls of hair off, with more to go. She may not need a shave if we keep brushing a few times a day.

She met some of our dog friends in the neighborhood today, and we have some friends coming over with their dogs on Friday to meet her. I’m going to sign up for obedience training this week as well, for bonding and safety around the neighborhood when we are out.

She’s a great dog and I’m so grateful you were able to save her! I’ll write again soon to let you know how she is doing.

Lisa

And my sweet little Fritzi!

Hi Yvette,

I’ve made the pictures of Fritzi a little smaller, they were perhaps too big to post? They are attached. I saw you posted his message today. Every time we go into the bedroom Frtizi looks at that dog in the mirror and dives under the bed and creeps out to see what that dog is doing. He wants to make friends, but hasn’t clued in yet. Hilarious to watch.

He is a little scaredy-dog, but thaws a little every hour, it seems. Left him in the car at a farm stand for a few minutes to see how he reacts, and he promptly jumped out through the crack in the window, at least I thought it was a crack, and came looking for me. He found me and calmed right down. I put him back and let him yelp for a while. When I am in the car he settles down and behaves beautifully.

There are more pictures on my blog: http://www.pixeldrum.com/drummer/

Yvette, this is the right dog for me. I am really thrilled. Thanks for all the good manners he’s already learned.

Marianne

Charlie is doing well – she has jumped back into the swing of life at TG.

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Dave and Bear are on their way home again. It was a grueling marathon! He so missed the SAINTS hidey hole! With so many dogs there was no place to sleep – they couldn’t be left in the van alone. There were 5 that met their families the next day. So Dave and Bear roughed it that night too. Once all the dogs were placed with their families Dave got back on the ferry to back to the mainland and pick up Charlie from her sleepover. Charlie failed – she has separation anxiety and cried and cried when left alone. It didn’t take long for neighbours to complain. Charlie is a very good natured little one but she attached herself too quickly to Lisa – to the point that she would cry when left with her partner. So… a failed adoption – Charlie is not the perfect match. It was a hard decision as she was perfect in every other way – happy go lucky, friendly, quiet indoors, playful and dog social. Now we know that Charlie will need a home with someone home or another dog to hang out with. Charlie learned important life skills tho – she travels well, walks well on leash and is clean. Her family will find her.

Dave and Bear slept somewhere on the road in the canyon. Last I heard they were in Hope at 9 pm!! I am waiting to hear where they are now and when they will be home again. The new guys are doing well! They have integrated completely with the few guys left here.

And now updates!!!
Hi Yvette,
Fritzi here. Gosh that was a long trip. Where am I? What am I supposed to think at 11:30 at night when I was taken out of my nice van and put into a strange car? I found a cookie on the seat, and I nibbled on it, but was too tired, confused and scared to do much else than tuck myself quietly into a corner, and, do you believe it, slept. My new mommy didn’t let me sulk for too long after we arrived at her (strange) place at 12:45 am. It was pitch dark with strange noises, was that water? We walked around in the grass until I finally clued in that I was to pee and poop before we could go inside. I felt safest to just Velcro myself to the new mommy at her heels, and when she sat down for a bit and gave me the monkey to play with, I felt a lot better.
Can you believe it? She let me sleep on her bed. I was worried that I would sleep in that crate I saw, but could snuggle against her on the bed. It got to be 2:30 am until she finally turned off the light. We both slept until 11:00 am. Got up, went outside, had some food and water, went for a little walk. But I’ve decided to take it slow. There is so much I’ve never smelled, seen or heard before. it’s little scary, but my mommy says, it’s not scary, it’s a new adventure.
Did you know she has another dog here? I saw it, it’s in the bedroom and stays there.
That’s it, I am taking a nap now. I’ll write again soon.
Fritzi

Hi Yvette,

As promised we are sending you some pics of Bella. As you can see she seems happy and has settled in here very happily. We are also sending a very short video of her playing her favourite game, chase the laser dot. We hope you enjoy these as much as we enjoy Bella. We still feel like we won the Dog Lottery when we got her!

Talk to you soon.

Fran, Kevin,& Bella
Bella with her boyfriend

Big smile!

Ready for a nap

hunting squirrels

After a hard playtime

in front of HER couch

Hi Yvette,

I wanted to write and give you an update on Chewie. We picked her up yesterday afternoon. She had a good car ride home, and seemed really excited by the new smells when she got out at our house. Our babysitter Jen was here minding Edison. She came out and brushed Chewie with me for 1/2 hour in the backyard, and then David and I gave her a bath. We got SO MUCH HAIR off of her, and there is still so much more coming off! Chewie was very good for the brushing and the bath. She seemed very happy to be getting so much attention!

Edison really likes her a lot. Last night he waved hello at her all through dinner. He’s been very good about letting her have her space, and has been very gentle when petting her. This morning he brought all of his favorite toys one by one to show her. It was pretty darn cute.

Chewie seems quite happy when she’s outside in the backyard or out walking, but she’s still a bit anxious when she’s in the house. I’m not sure if that’s because she’s never been an indoor dog. She’s also a bit anxious with Edison, even though he has been quite gentle with her. He is still a toddler and moves about the house with a lot of energy and enthusiasm. I think it will take time for her to get used to his exuberance. She follows me around while we are inside most of the time. Last night she slept in our doorway (she didn’t like Gibson’s old bed). I think it will be good when the Kuranda bed arrives, so she will know it’s her place to sleep.

I’m a little bit concerned because she doesn’t really want to eat or drink very much. I’ve tried two different flavors of the Natural Balance (Venison and Sweet Potato, and Lamb and Rice) and she really doesn’t seem interested. I’ve used some beef liver treats in her bowl to lure her into eating a bit of the dry food, and she will eat those and a bit of the kibble, but not very much. I don’t want to give her too many of the liver treats because they are quite rich and I don’t want her to get sick. Edison dropped turkey bacon and cereal on the floor this morning and she wasn’t interested at all. She has had a bit to drink a few times today, and has gone to the bathroom. David and my mom both think she’s just anxious and getting used to us and she’ll eat more in time, but I thought I would check in with you to see if there is something else we should try feeding her.

I’m going to take her to the vet tomorrow. Dave said we should have another deworming, and I’m going to get her a giardia shot since we’ll be walking out in the woods. We’ll get her dog tags then, some flea treatment, and maybe a microchip. We may shave her down for the summer to get rid of the rest of the matts as well. It’s supposed to be really hot this summer, and she might be happier with a shorter coat.

We just had a big walk at the park and she’s sleeping next to me while I write to you. She was quite playful on the walk, and was beside herself when she saw the squirrels in the park! She really is a sweetheart. David wants to call her Baroness Chewie, but we haven’t decided yet.

Let me know if you think there’s anything else I should do to try to get her eating. I’ll check in with the vet too, and see if there’s anything he can think of. I’ve never known any golden retriever mix that didn’t want to eat!

Lisa

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The first update from this adoption trip is Gunnar – new home –new name!!

Hi Yvette,

I just wanted to let you know Gunnar made it wayyyy out to Beaverton, Oregon just fine today! We met Ken and Alex at a self-service dog wash in Seattle as there was an accident during the trip. Bless their hearts for being so wonderful and willing to help us, and you for coordinating. We arrived home about 9 pm tonight and he went right out in our back yard and rolled around in the grass for quite a while. My husband was very impressed with his mellow personality, he will be an awesome fit for our family. (I’m so happy we got him over another family I have included a picture of Enzo with my daughter we took shortly after we arrived, doesn’t he look like he is smiling??

Take Care,

Emily Chase and Family

There are several local adoptions these past few days!! First is Cody our loveable hound who is gone to Terrace. He has a female lab/rottie sister and a little maltese brother. He will also have two human kids as well to play with and swim and go hiking/camping/fishing. What a life for you Cody!

Then our little Roxy has been chosen. She will go to Smithers tomorrow – she was just spayed Thursday and like most bullies is very sensitive to surgeries. She lounged for two days on Dave’s bed, had pain medication and special food. She is back to normal today – she is up and chowing down at the food bin on her own.

Yesterday a visitor came looking for a “buddy” to travel around with doing his work. Our vets had mentioned Roxy to him but she already has a home. There is very little left here for choice but he soon noticed Frankie – who lay quietly by the fence soaking up all the attention he could. He did everything but turn himself inside out – it was his turn! So Craig and his daughter agreed – Frankie went home for a sleepover! No fowl in his future – Craig lives in town!

Then a phone at 5pm from Linda – she had seen two German shepherds in crisis who need sanctuary NOW rather than sooner. Could I take them? We have room I said – we have very few dogs in (the moms and pups don’t count – they are all consumed with babies for another month) She said she would go and pick them up and come right out – an hour back to Hazelton (she was in Smithers at the Tim Horton’s) round them up then come out to TG (another 2 hours) It was 9pm before she arrived (night is very late up here – 11 pm!!) Both dogs were in the back seat. The first one is a tan boy with black markings, he was friendly tho scared. I put my noose leash on him and took off the choker and rope – his neck was already scarred from the chain!! He is only a teenager – I think he may be related to Freeman. I persuaded him to follow me to the house and into a wire crate for sniffing introductions. Then I went back for the 2nd boy. He is timid – more fearful and smaller than his brother. He is black and tan and finer boned. He soon joined his brother in the wire crate – again Thank you Linda for the so very useful extra large crates – they fold up until needed how cool is that!

Linda had a gift for me – a gift from the organic specialty coffee and tea store in Hazelton. Very very good coffee and teas too. And for Dave special dark chocolate in a bar and powdered too. He LOVES dark chocolate. Thank you so very much. I have a cuppa first thing - - I LOVE my coffee!!

The boys were brought into the house after the initial sniffing and checking out through the wire. They had never been inside a building before – they were understandably nervous. But when they saw that big bin full of food……..well lets say they were overjoyed. They ate and ate and ate and ate some more. They drank and drank and drank to their heart’s content. They slept beside the bin so they could wake up and eat some more. I was so surprised that they didn’t get sick but they did not. This morning they followed the troops outside to learn basic skills. Their road to rehab as family pets has begun!

Their names are Grizz and Shadow. That will be 2 named Grizz here so I am thinking – new life – new names – what do you think?

And another update from our last transport – Bella Noelle!!

Hi Yvette,

We just wanted to update you on Bella. She sure has changed life around here. She isn’t the active dog we thought we were getting. At home she is a balcony potato! (She doesn’t want to sleep or be on her own couch!). She loves to laze the day away on the cool concrete balcony. She gets up when we call her or when she hears familiar sounds in the park next door. She is very obedient in the house which we Love. Her favourite game is chase the lase laser dot. Outside offleash she is a spaz. She only listens half the time. She still doesn’t want to learn to come when we call all the time. We think it is selective hearing. She has a boyfriend that adores her and they play together all the time. He is an american dingo. (yes he is neutered). Despite her stubborness to listen around squirrels and low flying birds, we can’t help but to love her. We have referred a few people to you that are looking for new four legged family members. We will send some pictures soon.

Cheers!

Frances, Kevin, & Bella Ham

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Dave and Bear left last night in the new improved TG Bus!! The dogs were all loaded with plenty of room left over - how cool is that!! They got as far as past Quesnel, pulled over for a few hours snooze and were past 100 Mile House by 8am. They arrived after noon in Burnaby at Jake and Daisey’s parking lot!! Thank you Jerry for the opportunity to set up in your space – you rock! It is SAINTS Open House this weekend – so no room at the inn and we really needed to send these dogs to their families – some have been waiting a very long time.

First to load was Gunnar!!! He is going to Beaverton Oregon! He will be going to work and also training as an Assisted Therapy dog – good luck Gunnar!

Then it is Lola who is going to Seattle!! She will have a lab sister and yuppie puppie home. Be good Lola - you are a very fun girl.

Next is Beautiful gentle Chewie who is going to her family near the UBC endowment lands – she has a very special boy as her buddy.

Betty Barker has her dad who will take her everywhere he goes! Just what she needs – a constant companion to follow and love – in Vancouver. Be good Betty – you are a lucky girl.

Victor – my chocolate bullie is going to foster with Connie for Bully Buddies! He will be given the best chance ever for a perfect home. He is such a nice dog and true survivor.

Then it is small dogs – not one puppy this time – they are all speutered – teenagers at least.

First is my Fritzi – what a cuddle bug! I will truly miss this little guy! He is going to the Comox Valley – Kye Bay.

Lady has a home in Parksville with an 8 year old little girl who can’t wait to meet her. I will miss you too Lady – she is also a cuddlebug sleeping partner!

Jack has his family in Ucluelet – I think I have a TG Alumni in every community on Vancouver island!! He is a happy, good natured little fellow. Enjoy your yuppie puppie life little one!

Levi has a mom in Vancouver. He will be going to work with her and have a busy life walking the trails. He is a quiet, calm little guy – who so enjoys snuggles.

Charlie is my perennial border collie looking puppy!! She is a fully grown adult who loves to cuddle, but also likes going for walks and playtime. She is calm in the house with quite good manners – what a treasure she is! She is going to Richmond and will eb having playdates with Ruedi!

And last Bearta and Yeti – they are going to hang out with Bev and Hoki of Second Chances where they will find perfect loving families. Bearta is well on her way to becoming a real live dog doing dog stuff like going for rides in the vehicle, following while doing chores and running through the grass – all 5.4 pounds of her! Yeti is a sweet little boy who is asking for the door, and learning that people have good stuff to eat and patting is nice. Good luck little ones – you are going to the best place ever!

Updates will follow as they come in!! – And new arrivals etc and Local adoptions/sleepovers.

I want to thank everyone who have been voting - We are up again - your tremendous support is overwhelming and appreciated - we are #3 in Canada and #2 in BC - How cool is that!!
Remember to VOTE everyday!! Please Vote everyday - Shelter Challenge ($20,000 Grant!!) Turtle Gardens Spay Neuter Society - Vancouver BC We are now #3 in Canada and #2 in BC!! Please vote!!!!!

©Turtle Gardens Animal Rescue Society. Have your pet spayed or neutered today.

It is with great pleasure that I announce the arrival of the New TG Bus!! All of us at Turtle Gardens thank the Friends of Turtle Gardens especially Jim Cave who found the van, bid on it and facilitated a personal loan to ensure we were able to take possession. We thank our friends, supporters and The Friends of Turtle Gardens who have made our workhorse transport a reality!
Cynda
Jude
Jim Ca
Sharon H
Paula C
Vivien P
Lynda M
Jim Co
Nancy H
Theresa K
Jenny P
Jude’s dad
Pat M
Cheryl K
Marianne H
Steve L
Teri T
Kathy H
Your generosity has made it possible for TG to be independent and self reliant. There is more than enough room for the dogs to travel in comfort – it is air controlled too! There is more than enough room and the van is heavy enough to transport dog food on the trips back. It is roomy enough to transport donated supplies and furniture. Our transports are much more efficient and a big bonus – it is very comfortable for Dave to drive!!! Dave really loves it. A heartfelt THANK YOU!

I want to thank everyone who have been voting - We are up again - your tremendous support is overwhelming and appreciated - we are #3 in Canada and #2 in BC - How cool is that!!

Remember to VOTE everyday!! Please Vote everyday - Shelter Challenge ($20,000 Grant!!) Turtle Gardens Spay Neuter Society - Vancouver BC We are now #3 in Canada and #2 in BC!! Please vote!!!!!

©Turtle Gardens Animal Rescue Society. Have your pet spayed or neutered today.