K26 Ruby, Staffie girl

[Baglady]

Oh Ruby Ruby Ruby



Ruby has only recently arrived at the home, after being found straying with Gem staffie girl, K27. There's no kind way to say this, Ruby is massively obese.



As she was brought in as a stray, we don't know anything about her past, or her background, but it's fair to say that without intervention Ruby wouldn't make old bones. Obesity is life limiting, and it impacts massively on quality of life too. Ruby should be full of the joys of spring, but we noticed she was struggling for breath at times and she took every possible opportunity to take the weight off her legs.... and onto Aunty Cheryl's lap

Mind if I sit here Aunty Cheryl?



Of course you can sweetie!



We have no idea how old Ruby is; her teeth are sparkling white though! 





Ruby hasn't been seen by the vets yet, so she won't be on the walkers list until Friday when her vaccinations will have kicked in. She'll need some belly busting walks! It will be interesting to see how well Ruby tolerates exercise, and how much she enjoys it.... so Pilgrims - let us know how she gets on!



We took Ruby into the vet room, she tipped the scales at 23.5 kilo's. Ideal weight for a staffie girl is 10-16 kilo's, so she's got a fair bit to lose. Don't worry though Ruby - we've got your meal plans sorted!


No more pies for you Ruby! Nothing but the best for our dogs!



Yep! It's Burns!



Ooooooh thank you Aunty Cheryl! I kiss you! 



If Ruby's owners don't come forward she will be available for rehoming from 29th April.



If you'd like to meet Ruby, or if you would like more information, 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.



For more information about the rehoming process at Cardiff Dogs Home, please click here

[seonlasil]

She's "portly"

[Baglady]

Ruby and her best friend Gem have been reclaimed by their owner. It was such a joyous reunion, we've never seen waggier tails!

Apparently their owners left them in the care of an acquaintance when they went on holiday, and were absolutely distraught to discover Ruby and Gem had escaped. All's well that ends well though

The staff have had a little word with the owner about their weight issues, and given them some advice on how to keep Gem and Ruby in tip top condition.

[Baglady]

Ruby and Gem are back at the Home. They were found straying on the weekend again, and although their owner is aware that the girls are back in kennels, for reasons we simply cannot fathom no-one has come for them

If their owner doesn't come to take them back home Ruby and Gem will be looking for forever homes from 14th May.

Ruby (the larger of the two) is Gem's daughter, and we believe she is about 2 years old. The staff will be rehoming the girls separately.

[Eimear]

Aw, it's a shame about Ruby's owners but it's on to bigger and better things for this girl I'm sure! There's no denying that Ruby struggles a bit with walking because of her weight but she's a determined little lady who definitely enjoys being out and about. She kind of starts waddling when she gets tired but after a little rest stop she's happy to hit the road again! She's got a great can-do attitude for walking so I'm sure she'll shed those extra pounds in no time at all! Did I mention she's a cuddle-bug, too? Cuz Ruby's one heck of a snuggle monster, she takes every chance she can for a hug and a kiss! She got a little bit anxious on our way back to the home and kept coming up for a reassurring cuddle, I'm not sure if she was just tired out or the traffic got to her a little bit but she was back to her waggly-tailed self by the time we arrived back at the home! Hopefully this lovely girl will have her own human to cuddle with soon, she deserves it!

[Baglady]

Ruby has left the building

Be happy sweetheart