Suzie is elderly, around 14 years of age. Unlike humans dogs stay fertile their entire life. Sadly for Suzie this has meant a long lifetime being bred from.
When dogs are neglected for years, as Genny has been in the breeding industry, it takes a hard toll on their physical and emotional health. Schnauzerfest works to support rescues with what can be high veterinary costs.
Pippa is an ex-breeding dog in long term foster. She has found it hard adjusting to life, not helped by needing cruciate surgery. It’s hoped that this will help her move on both emotionally and physically from her difficult past.
Celeste and Lois are both dogs who have been used in the breeding industry but who are now safely getting on with their new lives. Neglect of the basic needs and health of dogs characterises the commercial dog breeding world.