Hope Rescue in Wales has recently become the recipient of a three-year Battersea grant to help continue their vital animal welfare and rehoming work, extending Battersea's promise to be here for every dog and cat, even beyond our gates.
Bulldog Rodney came to Battersea via Hope Rescue, where he had been brought in as a stray.
Excitable young Rodney was a little worried at first, but as soon as he made some human friends at Battersea, he began to show off his friendly personality and his signature greeting wiggle.
While in Hope Rescue’s care Rodney had surgery to widen his nostrils. A procedure commonly performed on Bulldogs and other flat-faced dog breeds; the successful surgery enabled Rodney to breathe more easily and greatly increased his quality of life. Vets also noticed that Rodney had an unusual gait when walking. X-rays on his hips revealed mild to moderate hip dysplasia, which fortunately showed no immediate changes, but could potentially cause him further issues with his joints as he gets older, so he needed a new family who were prepared for this.
Bouncy Rodney found kennel life stressful when left on his own yet was in his element when playing with other dogs or enjoying a cuddle with Battersea staff. With his medical procedures and recovery complete, Rodney was at last ready for a new home.
Rodney was rehomed by a couple from London with a love of Bulldogs. He is now enjoying his daily park walks, the occasional trip to the pub and he even has some new canine friends to play with.