Home Respite - Ffion (was Fiona), Beautiful Pointy Girl

[Baglady]

Please welcome the utterly captivating Ffion









We brought Ffion out for a little 'getting to know you' time today. She doesn't seem very familiar with concept of cuddles. In her own time, she did come to stand next to us, but didn't seem to want a stranger petting her, which is fair enough eh Ffion? Good girls don't give it away for nothing!



Neither was she particularly interested in toys. When we first assess pointies, it's always interesting to see whether they have a built in 'chase instinct'. Many do, and sometimes this can be an indication that they have been 'working dogs'. We got the impression that Ffion has never had to work for her living though! She didn't show any inclination to chase, just gave her toy a little sniff to see whether she could eat it!



No, that's not food, meh!!!!!


There's no doubt about it, Ffion DOES like her food!

And she can take it gently..... sometimes eh Ffon?



Ffion hasn't been aged by the vets yet, so we don't know how old she is. But the poor girl seems to be suffering from a fairly common problem in adolescent girls. It has to be said Ffion is definitely a little on the chunky side, and she also has very bad skin.... But that adorable upturned nose - ahhhhhh, she is sooooooo pretty! 



Don't worry sweetheart! Nothing that a little medication, exercise, and TLC can't put right! 

We did manage to get a 'sit' from Ffion, but only once, so maybe it was more luck than judgement. We're looking forward to earning Ffion's trust over the coming days and weeks, and finding out a lot more about her. 




Ffion will be available for rehoming from 6th January, but the staff at the home will take applications now.



If you would like more information on her please phone the Dogs' Home: 029 2071 1243 or visit Cardiff Dogs' Home, Westpoint Industrial Estate, Penarth Road, open 7 days a week, 10.30 - 4pm. Mon/Thurs till 6pm

For more information about the rehoming process at Cardiff Dogs Home, please click on the link below:

Rehoming Process


ETA: Please see later posts for an update on this beautiful young lady, now renamed 'Ffion' 

[karenmcg]

Fiona was my first walk of the day, and she was a sweetie. Interested in things that she passed but not reactive. She walked nicely on the lead once she'd got the initial kennel leg stretch out of the way. She needs a little TLC as she's got some bald patches, but hopefully with some nice baths and some good food that will soon come good.

This lurcher girlie needs her forever sofa, so please tell your friends about her! Shared for you Fiona x

[stefano]

I'd like to share some pictures of Fiona; I think she is one of the best polite dog of CDH.
We walked today during an heavy shower, so a funny coat for her wasn't a so bad idea. 



FIONA: "Why I have to wear this coat? I don't like it, all other dogs will make fun of me!"
STEFANO: "Come on Fiona, it's raining cats and dogs! I know it's not a Giorgio Armani coat, but believe me, it will be really useful today!"



Fiona is very very interested in observation of swans... everyone has their own tastes...



Is she beautiful or not? Yes, she is.

Fiona doesn't seem very interested with cuddles
; some friendly pat is enough. She walks without pulling, but I am sure she would appreciate a long run.

Good luck my gentle girl 

[Baglady]

I owe Ffion a rather embarrassed apology for saying she is 'a little on the chunky side'

The staff have informed us that Fiona is expecting puppies.

Sorry Ffion


Please note: Ffion will not be available for rehoming until she has whelped and her pups are old enough to leave her.

Don't say: 'Please can we have one of her puppies'
Do say: 'Gentle labour thoughts sweet girlie'


Ffion's puppies will not be featuring on our dogs for rehoming pages until the staff are ready to take applications for them at approximately 6 weeks of age. The pups will not be rehomed until they are at least 8 weeks old. The staff will be taking up vet references and other pre-adoption checks prior to rehoming and we will post up details of how to apply once the staff are ready to take applications, so please do not contact the Home in the meantime.

[eve1984]

I did notice on Tuesday she is expecting, I also thought she was just a bit chunky when she first came in! Big good luck hugs for you Fiona, hope it all goes smoothly for you lovely girl  xxxxxx

[eve1984]

Really feel for this lovely girl, she is just a pup herself   Will she be having her pups at CDH? Xx

[Baglady]

Ffion will be in the very tender care of one of our most trusted Pilgrims until her babies are old enough to leave her

[Baglady]

Ffion had a check up with the vet this morning. Unfortunately she has kennel cough, which is really not good news, as she is due to whelp at any time. Although not usually life-threatening to normal, otherwise healthy dogs, Kennel Cough can have devastating consequences for newborn pups

So we will be moving Ffion to her midwife-foster-mum earlier than planned to ensure that she and her pups have the best possible chance of coming through the next few weeks.

Christine, who will be taking care of this little family, has asked us to keep Ffion and her (as yet unborn) puppies in our thoughts and prayers.

It looks like they are going to need all the help they can get

[eve1984]

Oh no   Will say a little prayer for Ffion and her pups tonight xx

[stefano]

Please, some (good) news about Fiona?

[cassie]

Ffion is doing really well. 

She hung onto her pups a bit longer than expected, so had time to become accustomed to her maternity suite.



On Saturday she gave birth to five healthy boys. The first pup was very big, so the poor girl had to work really hard. After that it was a doddle for her.



She is being an excellent Mum and her puppies are all gaining weight nicely.


Click on thumbnail for video.

I'm sure that this lovely girl didn't show herself off well to prospective adopters in the Dogs Home. She is one of the easiest dogs that I've ever had to stay, both affectionate and gentle and will make an excellent pet for someone, at the end of her maternity leave. As a bonus, since the delivery she has not had one house-training accident.

[charliblogs]

Congratulations gorgeous girl, such a lovely natured dog! Walked her a couple of times and she was brilliant..!

They are some stunning puppies you've grown lady!

[Nicole]

So glad that mother and pups are doing ok, such a relief. I think cassie you are amazing to give ffion (Fiona) and pups a temporary home for the time being.

Ffion (Fiona) your pups are gorgeous and I'm sure you are going to be a fantastic mum, you are in safe hands.

[eve1984]

Well done Ffion Glad her and pups are doing well! She is a lovely dog, I do hope she gets a forever home as soon as she has finished taking care of her babies. Stunning pups too! Do I spot a bit of collie in there?! xx

[cassie]

Ffion loves being in a home and her personality is really beginning to show. Her pups are now a week old and she is beginning to enjoy brief breaks from motherhood. Although she is being a great Mum, she adores being with people, though can be left for a few hours at a time. Today she had a quick zoom round the garden, and is becoming quite playful. I really hope that people will see her quiet charm and she will not have to spend a long time back in kennels, once her pups have grown.