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REQUEST FROM OUR RESCUE CENTRE

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As the TRNC is slowly becoming more accessible to tourists we have had a number of requests from our supporters and followers asking is there anything they could bring with them, for the centre, we find difficult to get here.
The answer is YES PLEASE.
We need Vitamin E Oil please. It doesn’t have to be the expensive stuff, the bottle we are using at the moment is from Tescos. We use this to treat many varied skin complaints and we have had some great results using it.
We also would like some waterproof “doggy boots” please, sized medium to large. No we haven’t gone completely bonkers (though sometimes I do wonder). We use these on dogs that have dressings on their foot (feet) to keep the dressing clean and dry. But it doesn’t rain much in Cyprus I can hear you say. I agree it doesn’t but every dog enclosure is cleaned with running water every day and, just like children, if there’s a puddle there to be jumped in, they will jump in it!!
The following pictures are not recommendations they are just an idea of what we would like if at all possible please.
Thank you so much

ADOPTING OLDER DOGS WHO HAVE BEEN IN OUR RESCUE CENTRE FOR MANY YEARS – EREN AND WAFFLE

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Eren and Waffle were both dumped at our Rescue centre back in 2014. Eren was on May 12 and Waffle was one day later on 13 May and they have lived together ever since.
Donna contacted KAR earlier this year saying she was coming to live in TRNC and was looking for a dog to adopt. Well, to cut a long story short, one dog became two (they were kennel mates anyway so it made sense).
Here is an update, word for word, from Donna so you can read for yourselves how well they have adapted to their new furever home even after spending over 7 years in our rescue centre.
“We have now had Eren and Waffle for four days and I am amazed at how quickly they have settled into the apartment.
The first day was a little stressful for them but we allowed them to settle in quietly and just gave them space.
We gave them a safe space to sleep at night so that if there were any little accidents then it was not an issue however, they have not had any accidents in the apartment at all.
They love their works and we have got into a lovely routine of a quick walk first thing, breakfast and fuss and then out for a bit longer walk before coming back for a lazy snooze in the shade.
They love being out on our balcony and we had a real break through today when we went swimming as they were left on the balcony and when they saw us coming back to the apartment, they both met us at the door with tails wagging.
I was really apprehensive about taking on two dogs who had been in kennels for so long, but with a little patience, lots of reassurance they have settled into our home as if they have been here all time.
They are still a bit nervous when there are strange noises. When I hoovered on the first day then hide but this morning, I was able to hoover whilst they just lay in their bed watching.
People on our site have commented on how happy they are when we take them for a walk. Waffle was more confident than Eren when we were walking initially but now Eren pushes herself forward and wants to be in front.
When we collected Eren, KAR told us that she did not like being watched when eating, but that has not been an issue she has been more than happy to eat in front of us. We just need to make sure Waffle does not pinch her food as she is a bit greedy.
It also only took them a couple of days to realise that when you open the fridge then they may get a treat like a piece of cheese.
With time, patience, reassurance and lots of love then even after being in kennels for years dogs soon realise, they are on to a good thing.
I am so glad that we did not go for a puppy and we have been able to provide a loving home for two very special little dogs who deserve to have a forever home.”

WILF

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Meet the bundle of energy that is Wilf!
We posted a video of this handsome boy a few months ago and couldn’t believe that he didn’t receive any interest. Wilf is just over 2 years old, has loads of love to give and a very waggy tail!
As you can see, he doesn’t keep still for very long so his ideal home would be one with a garden so he can run around and explore. As with all our adult dogs, Wilf is neutered, microchipped and vaccinated. Is Wilf the boy you need in your life? If so, please get in touch or come to the rescue centre to see him for yourself – we are open every day between 9am and 1pm.

HAMISH

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This handsome young man is Hamish.
Hamish was dumped at the centre on our rubbish pile along with his 2 siblings when he was just a tiny puppy. We were so pleased when he found a home but then saw his photo on Facebook as a lost dog. So we collected him and contacted his owners but they never bothered to come and get him – how heartless!😡
Hamish is now just over 2 years old so still a young dog – can you give him the home he so badly deserves? The centre is open every day between 9am and 1pm if you would like to come and meet Hamish – he will be very pleased to see you!

IVY

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We posted this video of Ivy back in the cold wintry days of February. Unfortunately Ivy didn’t receive any offers of a home so we are trying again!
She was found in the mountains back in December 2020, we can only assume she was unwanted and therefore dumped. Ivy is about 1.5 years old, a lively girl and as you can see, she has a fine set of floppy ears! She would love a garden to run around in and explore to her heart’s content.
All our centre dogs are vaccinated, microchipped and neutered (when they are old enough) If you would like to give Ivy a home, please come up to the centre and meet her – we are open every day between 9am and 1pm.
Or you can sponsor Ivy for £10 per month – our sponsorship scheme provides us with a much needed regular income. Please share for Ivy and let’s find her a forever home!

PEBBLES

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This beautiful girl is Pebbles and she is looking for her forever home. She has been at our rescue centre in North Cyprus since 2014, yes 7 years. Pebbles was rescued when she was just a small puppy along with her siblings – they all found homes but she was left behind. She loves her walks and is such a loving dog – she would make a wonderful companion for someone. If you think you might be that person, then please come up to the centre and meet her – we are open every day between 9am and 1pm. Please share Pebbles and thank you for reading her story.

HETTY

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Here’s Hetty, who is another of our long term residents looking for her forever home. Hetty came to us back in 2014 when she was just a tiny puppy – she was found at one of the local restaurants all on her own – goodness knows what happened to her Mum and siblings.
She is a very sweet little girl who loves to go for walks (when it’s not too hot!!) and she gets on well with other dogs. We are amazed that such a lovely dog has spent 7 years at the rescue centre and we really would like to find her a forever home.
Our rescue centre is open every day between 9am and 1pm so please come and meet her if you are interested.
Even if you can’t offer Hetty a home, you can sponsor her for just £10 a month – please e-mail our office kartrnc@gmail.com for more information.

HANDANS TALE EPISODE 2

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Opening scene – Handan is sashaying along the red carpet, gently flicking her blonde locks over her shoulders whilst giving doe eye looks to the throngs of her admirers.
Reality check – she is running around like a loon, barking constantly and tail wagging like crazy.
“Hey you will never guess what ….. I mean really who’da thought it … the “Crew” have told me that I have only gone and bagged myself a family – a family just for me. They explained that is why I had been down to get those nasty nasty jabs from the vet (and there was me worrying that I had caught that blummin virus, we keep hearing about that the humans keep getting ). Mind you it is nice to get out of the mayhem every now and then, but for JABS !!!! and it is quite scary on the Outside.
So i have had 2 jabs and then they tell me that I will soon have to give blood – ummmmm I’m not so sure about that !!! Will I get it back ?
I hope it is going to be alright – 2 of my friends left last week t go to “families” – they left and we haven’t seen them since – I do hope it’s going to be alright.
The Crew keep telling me how lucky I am —– jabbed twice and then having to give away some of my home-made blood – not sure if I call that “lucky”. The Crew tell me that my family live in somewhere called Hertfordshire – it is nice and green they tell me and they don’t have them dammed Cicadas who are enough to give a gal a headache. So it can’t be too bad can it?
I must admit to feeling an intsy bit excited – not too much you understand – just an intsy bit….for now “
Closing scene …….. Handan mooches up and down for a little while, sniffing the searing hot air, turns around and suddenly jumps onto her kennel —-she looks all around her with an inquisitive look in her big eyes. Can she see Hertfordshire from up there ???

HANDANS TALE EPISODE 1

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Viewers should be aware that although generally based on facts some names have been changed ( to protect privacy) and some scenes have been dramatised……
Setting the scene……sunlight flickers dancing through the leafy canopy of trees providing much needed shade….birdsong can be heard above the gentle murmur of residents voices and the tinkle of glasses being filled with bubbles…..every now then and the sunlight catches on the silver platters and cutlery …..lunchtime at KAR.
” Well C’MON !! ….we all need dreams ! Especially us Gals n Guys.
The reality……
It is 39c….with humidity running above 70 %……there is no ” flickering sunlight”. No – it is scorching searing sweaty sunshine…..the tree canopies are not providing enough shade so we have a plastic netting to help protect us …..the birdsong is drowned out by the deafening sound of cicadas amidst the general murmur (!!!) Of 250 residents belting out their own rendition of Food Glorious Food……the platters are the big and small shiney ( and some a bit rusty ) food bowls waiting empty but ready (to our delight) to be filled.
This is the reality….The reality of KAR ….and we love it….everything about it ( well ALMOST everything !) me and my friends just love it.
But you know ….. i am not sure if you other Gals n Guys have found out – you don’t have to be alone to be lonely. You can be most alone even with others surrounding you.
I know this…..I feel this…..
But this Gal has dreams…..oh if only dreams could come true “
Closing scene
Handan sighs, mooches over to the corner of her compound turns round and round, sighs again and lies down to sleep.

TERRI

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Terri is another little KAR Dog who was adopted by a family in the UK. As soon as she had finished her travel prep (which takes 4 months) it was time for her to say her Goodbyes to Ian and Elaine and set off for the UK
She arrived on time and it was not too long, while her final UK checks were completed, before she was on her way to her new “furever” home.
“Just to let you know that Terri has settled in very well and is now part of the family. Hour by hour she is becoming more settled, at night she sleeps in the crate which we think makes her feel more secure when we are not there with her and Jack sleeps upstairs also and Terri will not tackle the stairs at the moment, maybe later in her own time. She is wearing a Thunder shirt in the photos, just to make her feel more secure”.
We will send more photos as she progresses.
Thanks to you and the team once again, you are doing a great job”
Happy Days Terri….
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(Thunder jackets/ vests work under the theory that pressure applied to the dog’s torso causes a calming effect similar to swaddling a crying infant or hugging a distressed person.)
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