Adoptable Westies
Josie
We received an urgent call from our partner shelter asking if we could take in a senior Westie girl whose owner had relinquished her for euthanasia. At 13 years old, Josie suddenly found herself alone at the moment she needed love and care the most.
Josie is facing several health challenges: she has virtually no tear production, resulting in infected eyes; both ears are infected; she has a severe combined yeast and bacterial skin infection; she is anemic; and she has spondylosis, a degenerative spinal condition common in senior dogs that can cause stiffness, discomfort, and reduced mobility. She is exhausted but she is safe now.
And we’re just getting started. If you would like to help with Josie’s care, donations to support her recovery would be greatly appreciated. Every bit helps give this sweet girl the second chance she deserves. Thank you for being part of her journey.
Venmo: kay-deloach
Zelle: 714-402-1054
PayPal: kayd@westierescueoc.com
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While we don’t know the full story behind her owner’s decision, we choose to focus on the positive: the compassion shown by the shelters we work with, who reach out to us in these critical moments.
Because the call came in at rush hour, we made arrangements to pick her up the following morning. Thankfully, Josie spent less than 24 hours at the shelter. In that brief time, the staff immediately began treatment, gave her extra meals, and showered her with kindness.
Upon intake at the shelter, she weighed in at just 11.8 pounds. Our goal is to help her reach a healthy weight with extra meals and weekly weigh-ins.
Like so many dogs when they first arrive, the toll of her previous circumstances is clear. After her first medicated bath and a nourishing meal, she curled up and fell into a deep, peaceful sleep—likely the best rest she’s had in a very long time.
The costs involved in these senior rescues are significant—medications, specialized treatments, diagnostics, nutritious food, pain management, and ongoing care all add up quickly.
Dora
Meet Dora, our newest little senior sweetheart — a fluffy Poodle-Bichon mix who landed at the shelter after someone decided a gentle old soul was too much trouble. Heartbreaking, right? But the moment she stepped out of that kennel run, something magical started happening.
There’s just something about senior dogs that steals your heart in a quieter, deeper way. Dora spent who-knows-how-long without gentle hands or kind words, yet she’s already leaning into pets like she’s been waiting her whole life for them. Every soft stroke, every “good girl,” feels like the first one she’s ever truly trusted.
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Today she had her big brave-girl moment: she met our three resident donkeys from a safe distance and let out the most adorable, squeaky protest barks you’ve ever heard. Tail wagging, ears perked, she told those giant creatures exactly what she thought! For a little lady whose world had been so small, that burst of curiosity and confidence made us cheer.
Her hearing is sharp as ever, and even if her eyes are a bit cloudy, she navigates with the happiest bounce in her step. Energy? Oh, Miss Dora has plenty. She’s busy teaching us her preferences while we teach her that love, soft beds, full bellies, and donkey encounters are her new normal.
We’re only at the beginning of getting to know each other, but one thing is already crystal clear: Dora deserves a safe home and someone that appreciates spicy seniors.
Senior dogs — they don’t ask for much, just a chance to love and be loved in whatever time they have left. If your heart has room for a grateful little old lady who’s ready to spend her golden years melting in your lap, keep an eye on Dora. She’s just getting started on her happy ending.
Angel Perry
The Perry Fund - Established for our Seniors
The “Perry Fund” has been established in honor of this special and deserving Westie. Donations to this fund will assist in our mission to provide the best medical care for our seniors and others, and ensure their comfort while in our care.