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Meet Jelly and Star
Found as strays, Jelly and Star were matted and terrified but a remarkable transformation was just around the corner...
When Jelly and Star were brought to Woodgreen, their fur was so matted it was difficult for our team to guess what breed they might be.
Because the pair were so nervous, our team decided that general anaesthetic would be the best way to give the pups the treatment they needed without causing any unnecessary stress.
A huge transformation
The team started by shaving the heavy mats the dogs had arrived with. Because of the condition of their coats, this was a slow process that eventually revealed that both Jelly and Star were female and looked to be Schnauzer cross breeds.
We also found that Jelly was overweight and that heavy matting had caused some dirt build up in the pup’s ears but, miraculously, they were otherwise in great health! Following flea treatment and vaccination, the journey to a happy future could finally begin.
Building confidence
While we were able to improve Jelly and Star’s physical condition quickly, their confidence was a bigger hurdle. The pair were struggling with nervousness and found doorways, unfamiliar surfaces and new people particularly intimidating.
Our priority was to help the girls feel safe while building up their confidence. To do this, we progressed slowly and used treats and praise to expose the pair to things they found scary.
We also arranged lots of social visits that allowed the girls to meet different staff members. Surrounding them with friendly people, treats and lots of fuss, it wasn’t long before Jelly and Star started to learn that new people could be lots of fun!
With confidence coming on leaps and bounds, it was soon time for our team to begin the hunt for a new home. Throughout Jelly and Star’s time at Woodgreen, it was very clear that the girls were closely bonded so our team knew it was important to find them a home where they could stay together.
A fresh start
Although an initial meet on The Dog House didn’t quite work out, it wouldn’t be long before Jelly and Star found their perfect match.
Marie, a cat owner who’d been looking for a cat-friendly rescue Schnauzer for some time spotted the pair on our website. After discovering they could live happily with cats, the rest was history!
Now named Ringo and Starr, Marie tells us the pair continue to grow in confidence and have settled into the family with ease.
They were very affectionate from the start, but their confidence has grown so much. Neither knew how to play with toys at first. They’ve slowly settled into their new home and are starting to play and learn new skills! We all love them both and couldn’t imagine life without them.
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