A Special Puppy Day

Today was a very special day for both Karen and Allan. For quite some time they have been searching for a new dog to join their family and yesterday they made their now usual weekly visit to Second Chance Rescue in Chellaston, Derby.

Second Chance are slightly different to the usual rehoming centres as they also regularly take in a number of dogs and puppies from Ireland.


When they arrived to look at this week's dogs, one small puppy caught the attention of Karen straight away. A beautiful little girl, sable and white and approximately 9 weeks old. She had arrived at the centre just that morning along with three other puppies from Ireland.

After spending some time with her, Karen put a reserve on her but this was subject to "puppy" passing the vet's examination due later that day. During that evening Karen telephoned the centre and was delighted to find out that "puppy" had received her first vaccinations and had been cleared for adoption.


This morning Karen and Kath excitedly went to the Rescue Centre to finalise the rehoming.

"Puppy" was very pleased to see Karen and wasn't at all worried when lifted out the pen away from the other 3 pups. A thorough run through the paperwork by Jo Fairbrother who explained everything very well and off "puppy" went to her new home after being micro chipped.

"Pup" travelled home very well - we expect she must be used to travelling as she had covered some distance from Ireland to Derbyshire already!

A lovely sunny day - so "puppy" was introduced to both Kes and Fly in the garden. It was nice to see that "puppy" already has good dog manners and she certainly seemed to find her feet - in every corner of the garden!


After exploring and playing, Pup had a late lunch and almost a nap - but life is just too exciting for "pup" to close her eyes for a second! Top Lodge Dancing Dogs will be dancing for this Charity at their Summer Fun Day - date to be finalised.






NB Please note the Rescue Centre is currently looking for donations to raise £10,000 or building materials to help restore their Main Building. PLUS Newspapers and Blankets always needed.