Sometimes it’s the best ones that take the longest to home.  I think Lucky is fast becoming one of ‘those’.  The first line of her PetRescue profile is, “My name is Lucky and you’d be oh so lucky to have me!” – and I truly mean it.  She is one of the nicest dogs I have had come through rescue.

Her story goes: On Wednesday the 4th I received a phone call asking to take a surrender.  Lucky’s owner was sick and, though the owner’s daughter had taken Lucky on, Lucky kept escaping from the yard.

I drove to pick her up.  I was told that she was a 9 year old, heeler crossed with a kelpie crossed with a jack russel terrier – so I was surprised when a small kelpie-like dog bounced into the room with enthusiasm and youth.

And my first thoughts were, “I’ve struck gold here! This will be an easy rehome.”  Lucky was already desexed, so I had very little vet work to pay for, too.

The next day, I got her microchipped, vaccinated, and listed her on PetRescue.

And you know… I haven’t got one single enquiry! She’s been up for a week now!

For difficult dogs with big issues, I don’t mind if I don’t get many enquiries.  But for lovely dogs, with beautiful dispositions, and flexible needs, I do mind!  There is nothing wrong with Lucky!

Okay, so she escapes when left in a yard – but why would you leave her in a yard?  She’s toilet trained, she doesn’t chew things up, she’s perfect to leave in the house. Continue reading →