Zuri came into SABBR’s care in July 2013 suffering from neglect with large scarring over her back legs and severe infections in both of her eyes that had been left untreated for some time. Our volunteers have said they will never forget that particular pound break because despite how broken they felt seeing her condition…
Chrissy was a seven month old pup when she was surrendered to us in June 2014 due to her owners being unable to afford medical care needed for an issue with incontinence. Chrissy was as sweet as pie and friendly to everyone she met so we took on the task of trying to help her.…
Dixie had a unforeseeable accident at her foster mums house in March 2014 and seriously injured her leg. She was rushed to the vet and spent a large amount of time in the Penthouse Suite of WA Vet Emergency & Speciality Hospital where she fought for her life. Thousands of dollars were spent on hospilisation, medication,…
In early February 2014 took an urgent surrender call that we will never forget. A young pup by the name of Hunter needed our help. Nothing could have prepared us for the video we were sent. It was one of the most upsetting sights the committee had probably ever seen and will likely stick in…
Jonie was found in a local park and rushed to the vet. The amazing team at WAVES comforted her and gave her some much needed care. They discovered large tumours on her nipples that hung so low they had been rubbing along the ground and tripping her over. She was also suffering from painful entroprion,…
Dex’s Mum “Squeak” shares her story on how she came to adopt from SABBR: “I came across Dexter’s profile on a rescue website and knew I had to meet him. The serial killer name, the oversized ears and the quirky face all just screamed out to me. I took over foster care of him…
Aka’s leg was amputated when he was younger due to a vet bandaging a broken leg too tightly. Aka was surrendered as his family no longer had the time for him. This is his story as told by Haidee. “I got a call to see if I could take a 3 legged Miniature Bull Terrier. I…
Ohlin was a case of severe neglect. This is his story as told by Lisa “We had always wanted to foster. When I started volunteering for SABBR it became even more clear. I helped in an administrative capacity as we had our temperamental rescue Luna who was particular with other canine friends. Then one day this…
The story of little baby Tricky as told by Steph. “When Tricky came to me as a 7 week old puppy, she was lifeless. I picked her up and raced her to Swan Vets for them to perform lifesaving surgery. Tricky had a bone stuck in her oesophagus that had been there for 5 days. She was…
Favvy was another lovely girl surrendered to SABBR while heavily pregnant. Favvy’s labour was not easy and she was rushed to the emergency vet with a life threatening condition. Favvy recovered and raised her pups until they were all adopted. Then it was Favvy’s time as told by Amanda. “Loving Staffys I read and learnt about fostering. I decided…