Dog owners are being urged to plan ahead when it comes to making sure their faithful four-legged friend is loved and looked after if something happens to them
Ten-year-old Yorkshire Terriers Poppy and Gizmo arrived at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury via the charity’s Canine Care Card.
The free Canine Care Card service means a dog is automatically cared for by Dogs Trust if their owner passes away, moves into a care home, or receives a life-changing diagnosis which means they can no longer look after their much-loved canine companion.
On arrival at the rehoming centre the devoted duo were nervous and shy, but once they started to get to know their carers, they soon began to show their sweet personalities and playful side and it wasn’t too long before the team found them a new forever home together.
Lee Pogson, Supporter Relations Officer at Dogs Trust Shrewsbury, says: “We know that the bond between an owner and their dog is entirely unique and it’s hard to imagine that anyone could love and care for their dog as much as they do. But we promise we will, and we will find them a loving new home.
“Having the Canine Care Card makes things so much easier for owners, their families, and their dogs and relieves some of the stress they will all be experiencing at an emotional time. Also, all the information we get from the owner helps us make the transition to a new family as stress-free as possible for the dog.
“We would urge all dog owners to have a Canine Care Card regardless of their age or current circumstances so they can continue to do their best for their dog if they should find themselves unable to care for them. Having the Card, ensured Poppy and Gizmo didn’t miss out on a minute of the love and care they deserve, and their owner wanted them to have.”
To find out more about the Canine Care Card, and to apply online, please go to www.dogstrust.org.uk. Alternatively, you can contact Lee by email at [email protected]
