Plymouth charity's appeal for dog put through "intensive overbreeding"
Gables Dogs & Cats Home recently took in Wanda, who was found living in a "totally unsuitable location"
Last updated 5th May 2021
A dog used solely for breeding to make money is in need of the public's help.
Gables Dogs & Cats Home recently took in Wanda, who was found living in muddy and freezing cold conditions.
When she arrived at Gables she was heavily pregnant but she has since given birth to five healthy puppies.
Unfortunately Wanda is showing the stresses and strains associated with intensive overbreeding, despite only being young herself.
Gables say she seems "unsteady on her feet" and her leg would collapse under her when out for walks or playing with her puppies.
The charity has since discovered several medical issues with Wanda, and she is now facing several operations to enable her to go on and live as close to a pain free life as possible.
"Wanda is a very sweet, clever girl who has a cheeky side which never fails to make us all smile. I have loved having her in my home and I know that everyone loves puppies, but I have to admit that it’s the poor mums and the older animals that I have a soft spot for.
"As Wanda’s puppies have now all found their forever homes, it is time for her to get the treatment she requires so she is fit and well enough to find the loving home that she deserves.
"We will give her the best aftercare and she will stay with me in my home to ensure I can give her the extra care and attention she needs until she finds her perfect forever home. We are confident that this treatment will greatly improve her quality of life so she can go on to have a happy and healthy future with her forever family."
Ruth Rickard - Deputy Manager
It is estimated it will cost Gables at least ÂŁ2,000 for the surgeries that Wanda will need. If Gables is lucky enough to raise more money than is needed it will go towards helping the other animals in their care.
You can support their appeal for Wanda here.