Rescue Dogs & Foster Stories
Amber used to love her walks. Then suddenly, the sight of her leash made her so afraid that she would pee herself. Her story is a reminder that progress with a rescue dog is not always linear.
After nearly losing his life in a shelter, Hooper became so attached to me that he wouldn’t let me out of his sight. His story taught me how differently rescue dogs learn to trust.
Fostering a rescue dog can be chaotic, emotional and incredibly rewarding. After 50+ foster puppies, here’s what I wish every first-time foster family knew.
Frankie was rescued from a dog pound with his two siblings, but while Bennie and Lilly slowly opened up, Frankie kept hiding. It took around four weeks before we finally saw the first real signs of trust.
Balu was the last of seven unwanted puppies. I took him in as a foster dog, expecting it to be temporary. Months later, when a home was finally found for him, I realised he had already become mine.
After fostering almost 50 rescue puppies in Cyprus, we’ve learned a lot about trust, socialisation, routine, recovery and saying goodbye – almost always.
Stray dogs are rarely seen on the streets of Cyprus — but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a serious problem. Behind shelter doors and in overcrowded dog pounds, thousands of dogs are still waiting for a way out.
Rescue dog vs breeder – which is right for you? After fostering 50+ rescue puppies, we look at what really matters when choosing your future dog.
From rescue puppy in Cyprus to a beloved family dog in Germany - discover Oscar's journey and how fostering can lead to a forever home