VALGRAYS BORDER COLLIE RESCUE

2009:

In 2009 we directly rehomed  78  dogs, we advertised a further 3 who were found homes by others and reunited a stray with its owner via doglost, so a grand total of 82 dogs were helped this year.

ABIE: Red & White 10 years old dog: Original owners sadly passed away - he was found sitting next to his owner after she had passed away. Rehomed 02/2009 to a loving pet home with Chris (K). 

BEANIE (now Merlin): 6 months ish Black & White dog.  Came in as a stray.  Rehomed to Sue K (pet/agility) 08/2009.  (More photos here)

BEEBEE (now Jake) (14 week old pup) B&W dog: Came into us with his brother Elbie. These two were originally bought together and the family found them too much (there's a surprise!). Rehomed 01/2009 to Hazel & Colin (M) and their son has taken Elbie on - lovely result. (more photos here)

BENJI: One of 4 dogs who came in from dreadful conditions, being kept in small cages and used for breeding.  Rehomed 12/2009 to a pet home with Mr & Mrs F.  More photos here

BLAKE:  3 year old Black & White dog. 'Advertised only'. Originally a stray who was cared for by Kate until she found a home for him, sadly the new owner recently fell ill and was unable to keep him, so he came back to Kate. Through this website he was found a super new forever home 10/2009 with Christine (C) and family.

BLITZ (now Cracker): 'Fire Cracker of Valgrays' B&W 10 week old dog): Originally bought for Christmas and hey guess what then not wanted. This gorgeous boy has been rehomed 02/2009 to Lyn (H) to a pet, agility and fun obedience home. (more photos here)

BLUEBELL (now Tikka) 'Tikka Tantrum of Valgrays': Blue Tri Merle 10 months old bitch: Originally bought for an elderly person who found her too much to cope with. Rehomed 02/2009 to Kay (D). (More photos here)

BOBBIE: 14 year old black & white dog.  Sadly this dear old boys owner died very suddenly and he found himself homeless and urgently needing a new home.  Thankfully a very kind couple (Jackie & Jeff K) have taken on Bobbie in his twilight years.  Thank you for being so very generous in offering this boy a home.  (More photos here)

BONNIE 'Bonnie of Valgrays':  Born 01/01/08 Tri Colour bitch.  Original home did not have enough time for her so she came to us and we found a super pet/agility home for her with Reg & Audrey (R) 11/2009.  More photos here

BONNY 'Prolific Bonny of Valgrays'  'Sprollie' (9 months old collie x springer B&W bitch).  Originally too much for owner to cope with.  Rehomed 01/2009 to Tim and Jean (S) to a pet home and will hopefully be trained up for obedience competition. (more photos here)

BRUNO: Chocolate dog pup from Lady's litter.  Born 06/02/09.  Rehomed 31/03/09 to Heather (H) and family.  (More photos here)

Charlie: Yorkie X (9 months old dog). A super boy originally an unclaimed stray. Taken in and fostered by Kate. Advertised only on this site.  Rehomed 01/2009 via contact at the Vets linked to Kate.  Great result.

Charlie: GSD light black and tan 6 year old dog: Advertised only on this website. The original owner was sadly extremely poorly and Charlie needed a new home. A super dog who was rehomed 03/2009 to a member of the original owners family.  Circumstances then changed and Charlie needed another forever home, so he was rehomed via Valgrays 07/2009.  (More photos here)

CHOCKI: 'Valgrays Chocalite Supreme': Red & White 12 weeks old dog. Originally found wandering in a busy industrial estate! The finder (Lisa) tracked down the owner who didn't want him back! Lisa thankfully took him under her wing and brought him to Valgrays. Rehomed 02/2009 to Chris & Rob (P) with hopes to do obedience with him. They absolutely love him to pieces already. (More photos here)

CLYDE (now Shadow): 10 year old Black & White dog. Came in due to orginal owners ill health. Rehomed to Mike (M) whom we thank for taking on an older boy (pet home) 09/2009.  (More photos here)

COCO:  Black & white young dog.  Had 6 homes before being homed 09/2009 with Colin & Noreen (F) via Marian at Petersfield.  (More photos here) 

COFFEE: Red & White 2 year old stunning looking dog: Rehomed 03/2009 to Peter (B) who says he is just wonderful. (More photos here)

COPPER (now Rush) 'Rushin Roulette of Valgrays': Red & White 18 months dog.  From the pound with an unknown background, and yet is a totally sweet dog.  Rehomed to Ronnie & Mish (S) 04/2009 to hopefully become and agility star.  (More photos here)

Corgi Pups: 2 Dogs & 3 Bitches. Friend of Vals saved a Corgi female from a puppy farm and unbeknown to her this female was in pup!! 5 pups were the result and all have now been rehomed (some via Valgrays contacts) 08/2009.  (More photos here)

DAISY 'Darling Daisy of Valgrays': Young brindle Lurcher bitch.  Originally in the pound with no time left. Val stepped in to save her.  Rehomed 07/2009.  (More photos here)

DEEDEE (now Nell): Black & White 2 year old ish Bitch. From pound where she came in covered in diesel & with horrible eye injury. Eye removed with funding from kind folk. Rehomed 04/2009 with Jan (E) to a life on a smallholding. (More photos here) (warning last two photos show her post operation).

DEXTER (now Mousey) 'Micky Mouse of Valgrays': 7 months old Tri Merle Dog.  Rather OTT for original owner. Rehomed 12/2009 to an obedience home with Trish (J).  More photos here

DIGGORY: B&W 15 months old dog: Original household far to busy for this dog, they didn't have time for him. He is a quick learner and we couldn't find anything negative about him. Rehomed 02/2009 to an active pet home with Graham & Sally (L).  (More photos here)

DYLAN 'Heaven Sent from Valgrays': Red Tri 16 months old male. Came in for herding & nipping the family children. Rehomed with Lorraine (W) to do agility 07/2009.  (More photos here)

DYLAN 'Dylan Thomas of Valgrays': Tri Colour (8 months old dog). Very much an 'on the go' type of collie who was fostered by Chris and Mary (M) and they fell in love with him, so Dylan stayed 01/2009.  He will be doing agility in the future. (more photos here)

ELBIE (now Floyd) (14 week old pup) B&W dog: Came into us with his brother BeeBee. These two were originally bought together and the family found them too much (there's a surprise!). Rehomed 01/2009 to Terry (M) and his parents have taken BeeBee on - lovely result. (more photos here)

FENN: Black & White 2 3/4year old Dog. Sadly the original owners circumstances changed & it meant Fenn being home alone for long periods & they knew this was not right for him. So Fenn was rehomed to Ray (W) 06/2009, where he now has company all day and the run of farm land daily.  (More photos here)

FIDGET: Chocolate bitch pup from Lady's litter. Born 06/02/09. Rehomed 27/03/09 to Chris & Cindy (W). (More photos here)

GERTIE (now Fizzy/ Fizz) 'Fizzy Wizzy of Valgrays': Blue Merle 2 year old Bitch. Rehomed 04/2009 to Shani (M).  (More photos here)

GIDDY 'Giddy Heights of Valgrays': Blue/Black Merle puppy.  Handed into vets. Shirley went and collected her direct from Vets and of course fell in love with her and kept her...rehomed...07/2009 to an obedience handler...Shirley B.

GLITTER (now Mally): 'Rumble of Thunder of Valgrays': Blue Merle 6 months ish dog. Stunning looking dog with a nature to match.  Rehomed to hopefully become a 'Search & Rescue' dog with Miranda and Jeff 03/2009. (More photos here)

HARRY (now Freddie): Young Tri Colour dog.  Came in after being found tied to a bin and abandoned.  Rehomed to Richard K (who also adopted Daisy from us) 08/2009.  (More photos here)

HOLLY: Cream bitch pup from Lady's litter. Born 06/02/09.  Rehomed 04/04/09 to Mr & Mrs W & family. (More photos here)

HONEY:  Sable 9 month old XB.  Due to change in family circumstances Honey came into Valgrays.  Rehomed to Juliet (T) 06/2009.

HUGO (now Pi) 'Ripster Meister of Valgrays': 5 month old Black & White Dog.  Not 'in' Valgrays.  Rehomed by Valgrays contact to Steve H 02/2009.  (More photos here)

JACK 'Wacko Jacko of Valgrays': Tri Colour 7 months old male. Lived with elderly couple who couldn't cope with him.  Rehomed to an agility home 07/2009.  (More photos here) (Youtube video here)

JASPER 'Sherbert Delight of Valgrays':  7 month old Blue Merle dog.  Came in after original owners did not have the time to exercise him.  Rehomed to Cynthia (H) (agility home) 08/2009.  (More photos here)

JED: Black & White 18 Months old dog.  Rehomed 05/2009.   (More photos

J ERRY 'Annies Red Baron of Valgrays': 7 Months old Red Tri dog.  Came in after being in a home with lots of kids who caused him to behave very OTT.  Rehomed to Ann A to do agility 09/2009.  (More photos here)

JESS (14 months old) B&W Bitch: Shirley was sent an advert which showed a collie 'free to good home'. Val offered to take this dog in (owners had tried other shelters but none would take her). Rehomed to Mary & John (E) who had just lost a previous Valgrays Dog (more photos here)

JESSIE: Black & White 10 month old Bitch. Original owners did not have enough time for her.  Rehomed to Del and Marcia 06/2009 who have made her tail wag all the time!!!  (More photos here)  (Youtube video here) (09/09 Youtube video here)

JEZZ: B&W 3 years+ bitch: Came in as a stray, but she was so well trained we kept her at Valgrays for 5 weeks trying to find her original owner. Jezz does obedience style 'tricks', recalls, distance control, retrieves with 'present' to front. Sadly no one came forward for her. Rehomed to Colin (W) 02/2009.  (More photos here)

JIMMY 'Magic Jimmy of Valgrays', 9 month tri colour dog.  Found as a stray and 'did his time', person looking after him could not give him the time he needed so he came to us.  Rehomed 11/2009 to an agility home with Karen (F) and family who are just totally in love with him already.  More photos here

JINGLE: (now Harvey): 5 month old Tri Colour dog.  Originally from a freeAd needing urgent rehoming.  Rehomed 12/2009 to an agility home with Sarah (E) who adopted Tessa from us last year.  More photos here

JJ:  year old Jack Russell.  Val spotted him in local kennels, he was found as a stray, had done is 7 days and we were ready to find a home for him .. but Shirley trawled through the 'lost dogs' on the Doglost website and found a match.  Therefore JJ was happily reunited with his rightful owner (PS JJ is actually called 'Pig). 

KAI (now Sky):  Black & White 4 year old Dog.  Originally an unwanted pet, then passed to a small holding to work their sheep, but he showed no interest, so he came to us.  Rehomed 06/2009 to Terry (M) where he is so very well loved already and has a fast growing fan club!  (More photos here).

KENNIE (now Kane) 'Jumpin Black Flash of Valgrays': Black (bit of white) GSD x BC 18 months dog. Originally from a home of total chaos that had a order banning them from having dogs. Rehomed 04/2009 to Michelle (C) to a pet/agility home.  (More photos here)

KERRYGOLD: Sand coloured Lurcher 2 year old ish male.  Found as a stray running around near the M25.  Rehomed to a super pet home with Hazel (H) 07/2009.  (More photos here)

KES 'Valgrays Little Peace of Tig': Cream dog pup from Lady's litter. Born 06/02/09.  Rehomed 04/04/09 to Katy (B).  (More photos here)

KONNIE: 'Spring Blossom of Valgrays' Tri Colour 2 year old ish bitch. Konni came to Valgrays from 'the pound'  where they do put to sleep after 7 days.  Konni was a stray and so had an unknown history, but has a lovely nature.  Rehomed to Katie 04/2009 to be a heelwork to music dog.  Another 'from pound to paradise' lucky Valgrays dog.  (More photos here)

LADY: Black & White 18 months old bitch. Lady came into us heavily pregnant when the owners didn't want her to have ANOTHER litter - yes this was her second litter at only 18 months old!  On 6th Feb 2009 she gave birth to 5 healthy pups (3 boys & 2 girls). Sire of puppies seems to be a Labrador (she shared the original house with entire males!!!!).  Lady is now much loved and rehomed 04/2009 with Michael & Annette (P) who have had two other Valgrays dogs from us.  (More photos here) 

LAYLA (now Faye):  B&W 8 month old bitch.  Sadly a relationship breakup forced the rehoming of this sweet dog.  Rehomed to an obedience home with Lesley (H) 07/2009.  (More photos here)

LILY: 3 year old Blue Merle bitch.  Sadly rehomed as in her original home as she had taken a dislike to her litter sister.  Happily rehomed in the New Forest and now shares her life with Horses and Alpaca's!!  Rehomed 11/2009 with Mr & Mrs F.  More photos here

LUCKY: Adult Red Tri dog.  One of 4 dogs who came in from dreadful conditions, being kept in small cages and used for breeding.  Rehomed 12/2009 with Katie (B) to a home with acres for him to enjoy life in.  More photos here

LUCY: young adult Saluki X lurcher type.  Originally from the pound and her time was up. Another sweet natured girl saved by Val.  Rehomed 12/2009 to Caroline and family.  More photos here

LULA (now Lulu): Adult Red & White bitch. One of 4 dogs who came in from dreadful conditions, being kept in small cages and used for breeding.  Rehomed 12/2009 to pet home with Margaret (H).  More photos here  

MADDIE: Tri Colour 16 month old bitch.  Original family could not cope with her OTT nature. Rehomed to a pet home with Tony & Syliva (L)  07/2009 (More photos here)

MAISY:  9 week old Black & White Bitch.  Sadly purchased by a family for a family member who suffered from depression.  A lively pup only mad matters worse and so she was rehomed to Karen R for agility.  (More photos here)

MAX 'Mad Max of Valgrays':  16 months old Black & White dog.  Came in as just too OTT for original owners.  Snapped up by Lynda (S) 10/2009 for agility.  Lynda has had several Valgrays dogs.

MERRILL 'Merri Go Round of Valgrays': 7 months old Tri Blue Merle bitch. Originally a stray in Ireland who was put into the pound with no time left.  She came over to us and was very timid and it was obvious she had received a bad start to life.  Rehomed 11/2009 to Lesley (W) who also had Bouncing Barney of Vaglrays some years back.  Merrill is a tiny and so sweet little girl.  More photos here

MILO: 3 year old Tri colour dog.  Marian arranged for foster care for Milo and then he was happily rehomed to a pet home 12/2009. 

MOO 'Brentmoor Pheonix of Valgrays':  3 year old Black & White dog.  Moo does have some issues, but is a lovely dog.  Val thought it unfair for Moo to move to another home and so he is staying with Val and the gang.  He is very settled with Val.  More photos here

MUTLEY: 16 year old Black XB. This dear dog was actually taken to the vets by previous owner to be pts as he was 'too old'.  Luckily Cilla took him in and looked after him until he was rehomed with Caroline & David (E) 12/2009.  Thank you so much for giving such an old boy hope.

MYST: Black & White 1 year old dog. Super natured dog, but found to be too exciteable by original owners.  After some retraining with Shirley was rehomed 05/2009 to Sandy & Kev to a super pet home.  (More photos here)

OZZIE 'Black Sabbath of Valgrays': Black & White 4 month old XB.  Unwanted and plucked from the pound by Val.  Rehomed to Lynne (E) 06/2009.  (More photos here)  (Youtube video here)

PHOEBE (now Breeze) 'Little Breeze of Valgrays': 16 month old Black & White bitch.  Original owners work commitments left Phoebe looking for a new home.  Rehomed 12/2009 to a pet/agility home with Gabi (P). 

POLLY (now Nell): One of 4 dogs who came in from dreadful conditions, being kept in small cages and used for breeding.  Rehomed 12/2009 to a pet home with Julie & Peter (M).  More photos here

RAFA: Cream dog pup from Lady's litter. Born 06/02/09.  Rehomed 31/03/09 to Heather (H) and family.  (More photos here)

REMMIE: Tri Colour 16 months ish dog.  Remmie was running feral on the Welsh hills and evaded capture for many months until captured in a cage trap, and ended up at Valgrays. Remmie had not had human contact for a long time which was evident in his way of 'ignoring' all humans and seemed to be totally in 'Remmie World'.  With Val's time, patience and love Remmie came out of himself enough to be rehomed 04/2009 and he now lives with Steve and Marilyn who have given him a totally amazing home - thank you very much for taking on dear Remmie. (More photos here) (See full story here)

RONNIE:  Young foal.  Came in poor condition.  Rehomed 08/2009.  (More photos here)

ROSIE (now Dinah): 1 year old Beardie X GSD.  Sweet, cuddly girl.  Rehomed to an agility/pet home with Sue (C) and two other dogs 09/2009.  We wish Rosie and Sue all the very best in the agility 'ABC' (Anything But a Collie) classes.  (More photos here) 

SALLY:  9 year old Black & White bitch. Valgrays homed her back in 2001, but sadly the owner died and so Sally came back to us.  Rehomed 12/2009 with Lynn (W).  More photos here

Shimmy: GSD Sable 8 months old: Advertised only on this website. This dog was saved from a poor start, she was brought on and educated, and then ready for rehoming. Successfully rehomed 03/2009.

SOL (9 year old ish) Tri coloured Dog: Sol had been handed into the pound as his farm working days were over! His teeth had been rasped/broken down to avoid the dog gripping sheep! Vets sorted teeth. He also had to have his coat clipped off as it was in such terrible condition. Sol was fostered by Ursula and was then homed with Mr & Mrs C in Essex, thank you for taking on this dear dog.  (more photos here)

Solo (6 year old) (GSD): Sadly original owner too poorly to continue keeping Solo. Advertised only on website. Rehomed (not through Valgrays) to Tom & Linda in Essex who have 3 other rescues and have 7 acres for Solo to romp around in. super Result. Sadly Solo died of cancer in August 2009.  Rest Easy dear boy.

TAMMY 'Knitted or Not of Valgrays':  9 months old cardigan corgi bitch.  From a home where she was nipping the children (with thanks to Tammy for transporting her to us). Rehomed 11/2009 to Carolyn (F) & family and has already been to Discover Dogs in 2009!!  More photos here

TEASEL: 7 year old Tri Colour bitch. Original owner sadly passed away, and so she needed a new foreverhome.  Rehomed 10/2009 with Ken (B) and family.  More photos here

TERVUEREN PUPS:  All homed successfully (advertised only on website for friend/helper to Valgrays) 09/2009.

TIZER 'Tiny Tizer of Valgrays': Red Tri 16 months ish old male.  Came in as unwanted from original home.  A super natured dog.  Fostered with Shirley until rehomed with Rob & Sam (D) to do agility 07/2009.  (More photos here)

TRIXIE: XB (5 months old bitch) (now called Nell). Trixie came to us from a pound when her 'time was up'. She is a super natured dog who has obviously had a hard time in the past with an old leg injury which has gone untreated.  Rehomed 01/2009 to Jill and Peter (D) - thank you so much for giving this lovely little girl a chance in life. (more photos here)

WINNIE (now LOLA):  1 year old Lurcher bitch.  Val rescued her from the pound.  She is a loveable livewire and has been rehomed 11/2009 to Gillian (S) to do Cani X.  More photos here

YOSHI:  Blue Merle 9 years ish dog. Was in another rescue centre but rehomed through a Valgrays contact.  Yoshi needed a special home as he is deaf and needed a very kind and understanding home. Rehomed to Phil & Annette (G) 07/2009.  (More photos here)

ZEBERDEE:  11 year old Tri Colour bitch.  Came in as original owners sadly didn't want her anymore.  We found she had a large cancerous lump, so obviously had this removed.  Zeb came through the operation well and has since steadily gained weight.  Rehomed to a pet home 09/2009 with Mr & Mrs R. (More photos here)

ZETA (now Molly) 'Mollie the Merle of Valgrays': Blue Merle 18 month old bitch: What a fab girl she is with such a wonderful nature, she seems naturally obedient too.  Rehomed 03/2009 to Kathy (S) and is much loved already.  (More photos here)

ZIGGY (now Maggie) 'Valgrays Chocolate Swirl': Red & White 18 months old bitch: Ziggy is a super girl, takes everything in her stride with a fab nature. Rehomed 04/2009 to Wendy (N) and will be doing agility.  (More photos here)

2008:

In 2008 we directly rehomed  70  dogs, we advertised a further 12 who were found homes by others and another 10 dogs were advertised but kept by original owners.

ALEX (12 months GSD X) (dog) 'Samador Alex from Valgrays'.  Due to be 'put to sleep' at a pound, spotted by HWAR SE, and Val took him in.  Very full of himself dog who loves to play and is a seriously nice dog!  Fostered by Pat (O), who fell in love and has kept him 09/2008.  Super result!!  (More photos here)  

ANNIE (Red Merle bitch).  Dual registered bitch needing an experienced collie home.  Rehomed 04/2008

ARCHIE (now MAX) 'Short But Sweet of Valgrays' (10 weeks old)(dog)(Border Collie X):  Originally from Wales, lovely speedy little boy (brother to Colin).  Rehomed to an agility home 06/2008 with Virginia.  (More photos here)

BANJO (now Jethro) (10 weeks) (B&W dog):  Rehomed 04/2008 to the family of the Vicar of Ardingly.

Bella (1 year old) (sable bitch):  Advertised only on website.  Rehomed 07/2008 by Karen Hughes to lady who has experience of farm dogs.

BELLA (2 year old) (black & tan GSD bitch) 'Valgrays Ring My Bell'.  Previous owners surrendered this stunning dog to the pound! We could not fault Bella, she was obedient, friendly and happy girl.  Rehomed 12/2008 to Keith (B) to be a pet, agility (maybe) and fishing companion.  Bella has lots of doggie friends to play with too and is really enjoying her life.  (More photos here)

Benji (10 year old) (Schnauzer) (dog):  Original owner sadly died and Benny needed rehoming urgently.  Advertised only on website, thanks to Schnauzer Rescue Benny was successfully rehomed 05/2008. Update: Sadly Benji was found to have an aggressive tumour and had to be given sleep January 2009.  Rest easy Benji.

Bet (2 year old) (B&W bitch):  From family whose father was ill and needed more time than could be given to her .. however Bet never came into Valgrays as obviously the fathers health took priority.  For the time being Bet is not looking for a new home 07/2008. 

BETTY (6 month old bitch): Originally from Halifax where her barking at strangers had become a big problem.  Thanks to Jenny for fostering & helping Betty until a new wonderful home was found with Caroline & Adrian 06/2008.  Thank you both for giving Betty the chance she so deserves. (More photos here)

Bill (6 year old) & Sam (5 year old) (B&W dogs).  Sadly a change in circumstances left original owners with no choice but to rehome these two super boys.  Advertised only on website.  Bill & Sam were rehomed 10/2008 together to a pet home.  

Blue (8 months) (GSD X dog): Current home decided to keep him 07/2008.  Thank you to all those interested in him.  (More photos here)

Bonzo (XB) (4 months old) (dog):  Rehomed 02/08 by Wendy Parkin with Hilary (P) to an obedience home.  Advertised only on Valgrays website.   

BUDDY (1 year old dog): Originally abused by children in a family & then passed onto a drug/drink addict, found by Valgrays to have chronic hip dysplasia & had both his femur heads off.  Considering his background this dog is just so sweet.  Rehomed 06/2008 to Lynda P & family who adore him. (More photos here)

BUDDY (now called Ollie)(10 month old) (B&W dog):  From a Welsh pound with no history.  Hope Rescue highlighted him in the pound and arranged transport to us (thanks to all involved).  Buddy was extremely withdrawn, hiding in corners, not responding to human contact, yet had a lovely kind nature.  Val kept him for sometime helping him to understand us humans.  He was eventually rehomed 08/2008 with Fiona and Dean who are just an absolutely ideal home for him.  Thank you for taking on dear Buddy, this little dog attracted a fan club spanning countries!!!!.  (More photos here).

Buster (no photo) (XB) (8 months old) (Rotti X Collie):  Rehomed 02/08 by Sue Heard to an obedience & agility home via ObedienceUK forum. Advertised only on Valgrays website.

Buster (15 weeks old) (B&W dog):  Originally from family who had no experience and they couldn't cope.  Advertised only on website.  Liz Kerr took him to rehome and Liz rehomed 07/2008 him to a person from her local obedience club.

Buster & Beamish:   Advertised only on website. Went to another rescue centre 06/2008. (More photos here)

CATS!!!! (2 cats both 4 years old):  Ragdoll cats rehomed 08/2008 to Melissa (who also adopted Jazz from us last year).  (More photos here) 

CHANCE (2 year old) (blue merle dog).  Chance needed a new home as an existing dog in the household took a dislike to him.  This lovely dog found a new loving home 10/2008 because of his advert on this site.  (More photos here) 

COLIN (now Boz) 'Wot The Dickens of Valgrays' (10 weeks old)(dog)(Border Collie X):  Originally from Wales, lovely speedy little boy (brother to Archie).  Rehomed with Phillipa to an agility home  06/2008. (More photos here)

CRYSTAL (6 months) (White & black bitch): From Welsh Pound where her time was up (via Four Paws - again thanks for transporting).  Rehomed 11/2008 to Alison & Chris (D-S) to a pet home.  (More photos here)

DARCEY (3 year old)(dog):  Rehomed 04/2008 from Chris (P) to a new home with Sarah & Lee (D).  Darcey had become depressed after losing a canine friend and needed a new environment.  Is now living with another Valgrays dog 'Willow' (photo at new home here on the right). Rehomed through Valgrays but stayed with previous owner until rehomed.

DOTTIE (11 months ish) (spotty B&W bitch) 'Artic Megastar of Valgrays':  Another due to be 'put to sleep' at a pound, thanks to Four Paws for bringing her to our attention & for transporting her.  She was a failed sheepdog, and a gentle girl.  She was called 'Seren' by the farmer (which is Welsh for 'Star).  Rehomed 09/2008 to a pet home.  (More photos here)

EBBY (8-10 months old black XB) (bitch) 'Secret Weapon of Valgrays'.  Unbelieably this super dog was on the 'put to sleep' list at a pound on 2/9/8.  Four Paws brought her to our attention & Val took her in even though she is certainly no collie! Ebby might be just a little black dog, but she is fantastic - full of life, a real whirlwind and so loving.  She went to a dog show with me (Shirley) & everyone loved her (including me big time!).  Rehomed 09/2008 to an agility and obedience home.  (More photos here)

EDDIE (8 months ish) (tri colour dog) 'Oakey Dokey of Valgrays': Another 'time up' from the pound.  Fab dog in lovely condition, again had been taught basic obedience.  Rehomed 12/2008 to an agility home with Gerry (C).  Eddie also has another Valgrays dog as his friend!  (More photos here)

Enzo is being kept by original owners 06/2008 (they have been getting help with her locally).  Advertised only on website.  Lovely news. (More photos here)

FINLAY (13 months) (R&W dog): This dog had been kept in a rabbit hutch as a puppy!!  He is a very full of life boy and was a super deep chocolate colour.  Rehomed 11/2008 with Mark & is absolutely loved! (More photos here)

FLY (now Bob) (5 year old) (B&W dog):  From a Welsh pound with a PTS(!) order on him - Val stepped in to save him (via Four Paws) and Fly has now well and truly gone from rags to riches with Jane (D) being his saviour as he is now in a 15 acre home with horses to go out with 07/2008.  Wonderful result for a dog previously with no future at all. Update on Bob Feb 2009 - Jane said he is affectionate, loyal and has settled in brilliantly.   (More photos here)

FRED (6 year old)(dog):  Rehomed 05/2008 due to change in family circumstances to new home with Alan and Brenda who say he is very happy and has a fab nature.  Rehomed by Valgrays but stayed with original owner until rehomed. 

=FUDGE(18 months old) 'Chocolate Fudge of Valgrays': Rehomed 01/08, returned, back to Lyn Pottage then fosterer Nichol (F) adopted her. Photo above right is Fudge in her new home April 2008.

GEORGE (12 months old) (dog):  Rehomed 29/02/08 to a pet home where they have horses, he settled in straight away & the new owners adore him. 

Hollie (4 year old bitch) Originally owned by elderly lady who went into hospital care. Advertised only on website 06/2008.  Hollie has a few issues & as such is currently not up for rehoming at this time. (More photos here)

HOLLY (9 months old) (bitch) 'Valgrays Hollyday Tick Tock': Previously with an elderly couple who couldnt cope and she had become a nervous wreck.  Rehomed 05/2008 with Liz Kerr and familiy & is now embracing life with guts, enthusiasm & attitude & is showing such trainability that they are considering entering obedience shows!  What a wonderful result. (see Stories Page)

HOLLY (5 months old) (springer X)(bitch):  Original family just found her OTT nature too much to cope with.  Rehomed 06/2008 to Liz (C) to an agility/ obedience home.  (More photos here)

HOLLY (5 years ish) (B&W XB): From a Welsh pound (due to be pts!) via Four Paws (thanks for transporting). Rehomed 11/2008 to Ian and Joy (P) who say she is a total joy to live with already. Another happy ending. (More photos here)

HONEY  (2 1/2 year old) (B&W bitch): Sadly previous owner died and Honey needed a new home.  Rehomed 09/2008 to a pet home 

JAKE (now called King) 'King of the Ring of Valgrays' (7 months old) (dog):  Rehomed 29/02/08 with Lynda (S). (More photos here)  Very sadly King started to suffer with very bad fits and the heartbreaking decision was taken to give him rest Sept 2009.  Lynda adored King and is broken hearted.

 Jay (5 months old) (XB) (B&W bitch):  Rehomed 04/2008 by Precious Pets of Carmarthenshire, to a family with other dogs who love walking.  Advertised only on Valgrays Website.

JESS (9 months old) (bitch): Previously kept for long hours in tiny puppy cage, rescued by someone else, but existing dog hated her, so came into Valgrays & found a super new agility home 05/2008 with David C. a member of Download Agility Club. (More photos here) 

JUNO (now Frankie) (5 months ish) (tri colour dog) 'Frankie Boy of Valgrays': Another gorgeous boy from the pound.  Juno was so scared in the pound (photo shows how scared he was!).  Juno hadn't seen much of the world, but will be now as he is rehomed 12/2008 to a pet & agility home with Laurie (L).  Frankie also has another collie as his friend along with cats and horses!  (More photos here)

KEETAH (2 yrs old) (B&W bitch):  Original owners realised she needed more attention, so rehomed 07/2008 to Iris (M) (who recently lost Kerry from Valgrays). Update Feb 2009 - Keetah has settled in brilliantly, she has a beautiful temperament and has filled a huge gap after losing Kerry. (More photos here)

KIZZIE (young) 'Valgrays Chocolate Delight': Val took on Kizzie from another rescue centre. Successfully homed 03/08.

LEO (7 year old) (dog):  Sadly Leo's original owner died.  Advertised only on website, was in a Godstone kennels and rehomed 06/2008 to Hailsham through contact from Valgrays.  (More photos here)

LIBBY (10 months old)(B&W bitch):  Rehomed (due to health problems with original owner) 04/2008 to a pet home where they have horses

LIBBY (7 week old) (blue merle Bitch) 'Valgrays Odd One Out'.  This little girl was on threat of pts just because she was deaf!  We put out an internet appeal and we had so many offers.  Val chose a good local home and Libby is settling in really well with Gina and family plus their other dogs 10/2008.  (More photos here) 

Lucy (3 year old) & Hannah (1 year old).  (No photos) Original owners baby was extremely allergic to the dogs and doctors said they had to be rehomed.  Advertised only on website.  Both rehomed 10/2008 (Lucy rehomed via Valgrays contact).

MADDIE (4 1/2 years old):  Rehomed 11/03/08 from Sam Martin to a new home.  Rehomed through Valgrays but stayed with previous owner until rehomed.  

MAGGIE (5 months old) (bitch):  Rehomed 02/2008 with Sue (L) to a working trials home. (More photos here)

MATTIE (6 years +) (Blue merle): In Welsh pound with a pts order - Valgrays stepped into to save him.  He was in a dreadful unkempt state, after 5 hours grooming he emerged as a beauty!  Rehomed 07/2008 to Mary (D) to a pet home and Mary loves him to pieces already!  (More photos here)  Sadly Mattie passed away in October 2009.  Thank you Mary for giving him a lovely year and a half. 

MAX (9 months old) (dog) 'Maximum Impact of Valgrays':  Came from a pet home.  Rehomed 05/2008 to Tracy of Eastbourne Agility Club. (More photos here) 

MEG (16 week old) (B&W bitch) 'My Meggie of Valgrays':  From an elderly owner who sadly had to go into hospital.  Meg is a loving, sweet girl and was snapped up by Phyllis (H) 08/2008 who has been waiting for a young girlie from us for ages!  Meg will be doing agility.  (More photos here)

MIA (5 months old)(tri colour)(bitch): Originally purchased by family 'by mistake' and was shut in kitchen most of time.  Superb nature girlie.  Rehomed 06/2008 to obedience home.  (More photos here)

Millie is being kept by original owners 06/2008 (they have been getting help with her locally).  Advertised only on website.  Lovely news.

MISTY (7 year old) (tri colour bitch):  Original family circumstances changed.  Rehomed 06/2008 to a new pet home.  (More photos here)

MOLLY (now Jenna) (7 months old) (black & white bitch) 'Nilyns Lucky Jenna of Valgrays':  Originally a stray. Very bright little girl with a wonderful nature.  Rehomed 12/2008 to Linda (F) to an obedience home.  (More photos here)

MR DINKY (Dinks) (9 month old) (Red Tri dog) 'Mr Dinky of Valgrays':  From a Welsh pound with no history.  Hope Rescue brought him to Valgrays attention and they also arranged transport to us (thanks to all involved).  Dinks was a total livewire needing a busy working home, and Helen stepped up to take him on to do agility.  Superb ending for this lovely boy 08/2008.  (More photos here)

NEO (10 months old) (B&W dog):  Farm bred.  Lovely nature, very obedient.  Original family worried when he nipped their 3 year old once, so he was rehomed 06/2008 to William (who already has one Valgrays dog 'Toby) to do agility. (More photos here)

PEGGY (6 week old kitten): From a pound via Four Paws.  Came into Valgrays and Val & Keith fell in love and kept her 11/2008!   She has become the new office secretary!!! 

PEPE (1 year old) (Blue Tri bitch):  Original family emigrated & couldn't take Pepe.  Rehomed & returned; then rehomed 08/2008 again successfully.  (More photos here)

Pippa (10 year old) (B&W bitch) (no photos).  Advertised only on website.  Sadly Pippa's owner passed away.  Luckily a new home was found 10/2008 for her to enjoy her twilight years - thank you for taking in an oldie. 

POPPY (6 months old) (Tri colour):  Rehomed 04/2008 to an agility home.

Robbie (11 year old) (tri colour sheltie). A super dog whose mistress died and then sadly her partner was unable to care for him.  Rehomed 12/2008 to a super pet home where he can spend his days walking on the beach!  Thanks to Gill for fostering him until a home was found.  (More photos here)  Sadly dear Robbie died from heart problems in July 2009 .. Rest Easy dear Robbie.

ROLLY (15 months) (red & white dog):  Originally unwanted & due to be pts.  Came into Valgrays in poor condition, Val got him looking great.  A super, sweet dog needing love & TLC.  Rehomed 06/2008 to Gill from Sunniday Agility Club who said 'he fits like a glove'.  Wonderful! (More photos here) 

SAM (now called Ruddles) (7 months old):  Rehomed 01/2008 to a pet & agility home.  A super dog, snapped up really quickly. 

Sam (4 year old) (dog):  Lovely family dog with slightly deformed front leg.  Advertised only on website, was with and rehomed by Gill White (BC Rescue) 06/2008 to Broadstairs, Kent. (More photos here)

SAMMY (6 year old) (Chocolate dog): Sammy is an obedient family loving dog who was originally from a Sheefield pound and due to be pts. Valerie from another rescue saved him, but had no offers of a home. We advertised him on here and at last got interest in him. Via a Valgrays enquiry Sammy is now rehomed 12/2008 to a man in Milton Keynes. Thank you for giving Sammy a new chance in life.

SCOOBIE (now called Scooter) (13 weeks old):  Was out on trial previously & returned with the nickname 'Damien'.  Rehomed 18/01/08 with Kamal Fernandez to an obedience home.

SHANE (dog): Rehomed 31/03/08 to a family home with 5 acres for him to enjoy.  Stayed in previous home until Valgrays found a new home for him.

SHEP (15 yrs) (blue merle dog):  Original owner sadly died.  Rehomed 07/2008 to Maureen & Roger who we thank for  taking on such a golden oldie.  (More photos here)  Sadly Shep passed away in 2009, thank you for giving him a lovely twilight time.

SKOLLIE (means street urchin) (8 months old) (Tri blue Merle dog):  Rehomed 04/2008 to Claire (W) to do agility. 

SONNY (10 months)(dog):  Rehomed 03/08 to Iris (T) he loves her existing dog 'Skye' and they run and play most of the day and then fall asleep together - so sweet!

SOPHIE (8 year old) (bitch):  Lovely family dog with no hang ups.  Advertised only on website, was with Gill White (BC Rescue) and rehomed to Dave & Oona through contact from Valgrays.  Sophie has settled right in and is very happy (photos on right are of her in her new home 06/2008). (More photos here) 

SPRUCE  (4 1/2 year old) (red & white dog). Sadly original owner died. Spruce went into kennels where they tried to rehome, but sadly he was overlooked.  Spruce came into Valgrays and we have happily rehomed him 12/2008 with Jeanette & Glynn in Redhill and they adore him. Lovely happy ending for this nice boy. (More photos here)

SPUD (10 months) (blue merle dog):  Due to original owners change in circumstances the very lovely Spud needed a new home.  Rehomed to Brenda and Ted of Tonbridge Agility Club 06/2008.

STORM (4 year old) (B&W dog).  Original owners emigrating.  Lovely 'easy' collie.  Stayed with original owner until  rehomed 10/2008 through Valgrays to Dee (E) to a pet home.

SUNNI (5 month old) (B&W dog):  From a Welsh pound with a put to sleep order on him - Val stepped in to save him (via Four Paws).  Shirley fostered him until he found a superb new home 08/2008 with Melanie and family in Essex on a 10 acre small holding.  Sunni has a friend (Ruby) to play with and has settled in fantastically.  Thanks to all for giving Sunni a really fabulous new life.  (More photos here)

Taffy (11 year old) (sable dog). Sadly original owner was poorly and so Taffy needed a new home. Advertised only on website to try to find a new home. Luckily rehomed 12/2008 via a notice at place at work. 

TARA (3 year old GSD).  Tara has a simply wonderful temperament with dogs, people, cats and kids, but she suffers with separation anxiety.  Alison looked after her) until an amazing home was offered 10/2008 and she now lives as a pet on a farm in Guildford with Penny (W) and they are very happy with her.  She is one lucky girl.  Thank you for helping Tara to her new forever home.

Taz (20 months) (B&W dog).  We tried to help breeder rehomed Taz. Advertised only on website.  Breeder has decided to keep him now 10/2008.  Nice ending.   (More photos here)

TESS (10 months old)(bitch):  Rehomed 03/03/08 with Terry & Sue to a pet home where they have horses

TESS (6 months old) (tri colour)(bitch):  Came from a pet home.  Rehomed 06/2008 to Ex agility handler (now pet home) with Dick and Barbara (who recently lost dear Tyler, also from Valgrays).  On right is photo of Tess happy in her new home. (More photos here)

TESS 'Touchline Tess of Valgrays' (1 year old) (B&W bitch).  Originally from a farm and then owners realised they did not have enough time for her, so Tess came to us.  Louisa took on Tess and adored her from day one 11/2008.  Tess lives with another Valgrays dog (Poppy).  (More photos here)

TESS  (14 months) (tri colour bitch): Originally a family dog, but unfortunately other committments meant Tess was not getting the exercise she needed and became bored. Stayed with owners until rehomed 12/2008 via Valgrays to Mr & Mrs G of Canterbury where they can give Tess loads of time as they are retired.  They love her loads already. (More photos here)

TESSA (13 months old) (Black & white bitch): Tessa came in with (possibly her sister) Tina (now Daisy) from the Welsh pound.  Tessa has a wonderful nature and greets everyone with wiggles and licks.  Happily rehomed 12/2008 to Sarah and Adriano (E) (Chart Agility Club members) to a pet & agility home.  (More photos here)

TINA (now Daisy) (1 year old ish) (Tri Colour bitch): From a Welsh pound (due to be pts!) via Four Paws (thanks for transporting). Rehomed 11/2008 to Richard (C) who adores her already. Photo on right shows Daisy so happy in her new home. (More photos here)

Tommy & Poppy (both elderly): Left in kennels when owners circumstances changed.  Advertised only on website.  Son then arranged for a home for them 09/2008.

TRAINED AGILITY DOG (5 year old) (bitch):  This grade 5 agility dog was sadly rehomed due to owners illness.  Now happily in a new forever home 06/2008 

TUBBY  (7 years ish dog).  Wow what a super boy. He came to us from St. Giles after being picked up as a stray in Somerset (thank you Jenny B for transporting him such a long way).  Why on earth was he a stray - he is stunning.  We did a huge advertising campaign on him, no one came forward & he was rehomed to Andrea (L) but sadly came back to us as he really disliked the grandchildren.  Happily rehomed 10/2008 to Tina & Phil (M) and has settled in quickly. Tubby was hugely overweight when he came in (37kg!!!), he was 32kg when rehomed!  (More photos here)

WIND (now Bobbie) (3 years ish) (B&W dog): From Welsh Pound where his time was up (via Four Paws - again thanks for transporting).  Rehomed 11/2008 to a pet home.

ZERO (now Toby) (3 years max) (tri colour dog):  From a Welsh pound with PTS order on him - Val stepped in to save (vai Four Paws) and now happily rehomed 07/2008.  (More photos here)

2007/06:

* ABBEY (10 months old) (now called Pip):  Over from an Irish pound and now rehomed with Pam & Ian Randall  to a pet home and is a champion squirrel chaser! .. Adopted 04/07.  (See 'Stories' page).

BILLY (now called Mika) (young):  Billy was totally feral when he came in, but with loving care & careful training he is now a happy dog. Rehomed to a pet home where his talents at rolling in everything undesirable are being shown to the full! Photo on right shows him in 2008 looking stunning .. Adopted 08/07

BO (pups) 'Valgrays Little Bo Peep': One of the yummy pups!  Rehomed 10/2007 with Breda Dallimore, and is totally adored!  (See 'Stories' page).

* CALEB (6 months old) (now called Paddy) 'Paddy Paws of Valgrays':   Originally from a Cornish farm, then too much for the family who had him. Rehomed with Janet Whiteley to an agility and obedience home .. Adopted 07/07  (See 'Stories' page). 

* CASSIE 'Cassie Smoothy of Valgrays' (young):  Previous owners had to give her up for personal reasons and is now with Chris Smoothly as his right hand farmers assistant! .. Adopted 03/07.  (See 'Stories' page).

CASSIE (12 weeks):  Rehomed with Mary, who also took on Mika (Billy) (08/07

CHERLIN (now Chas) 'Charlie Farley of Valgrays' (7 months old):  Previous owner lost accommodation sadly had to rehome Cherlin & his brother Darla.  Cherlin is now in an agility home with Diana (M) - photo bottom left is in his new home 02/2009 .. Chas won Grade 3 Agility at PADS Show May 2009 .. Adopted 07/12/07. (More photos here)

DARLA (7 months old)(now called Wish) 'Make Erwish of Valgrays':  Previous owner lost accommodation sadly had to rehome Darla & his brother Cherlin.  Darla is now with Sharon (B) in an agility home .. Adopted 29/11/07  

HOLLY (10 months old) (when first over on left and how she is March 2008 on right):  Over from an Irish pound and now rehomed with a Junior Agility Hander and living with 5 Irish Setters ..  Adopted 05/07

JAZZ (pups) 'Valgrays Spirit of Kush'.  One of the yummy pups!  Rehomed 10/2007 with Melissa Sherring, and is very loved.  (See 'Stories' page).

JED (7 months old):  Previous owner was very allergic to him.  Rehomed to an agility home ..  Adopted 10/07

JESS (3 1/2 year old):  Previous owners emigrating and sadly felt the new country would not suit Jess, they kept her with them until a new carefully selected home was found for her .. Adopted 29/12/07

JESSIE (young): Rehomed (by Marion in Petersfield 12/07) to Pat & Nigel Hodge who say she is happy, lively, well behaved & a much loved family member. 

KESTON (2 year old):  Previously in a pet home needing to do more and now in an agility home .. Adopted 07/12/07 (See more photos here)

* KIA (above) 'Keepin Kia of Valgrays':  Rehomed 24/02/07 with Babs Francis to a pet home.  She is totally in love with life and is a sponsored walk expert!  (See 'Stories' page).

LOLA (4 months old) (now called Yola) 'Whyso Wicked of Valgrays':  Previous owners could not cope with her OTT nature, rehomed and returned (first one for ages!), now rehomed to an obedience handler..Shirley B. Adopted 04/07 .. Yola is now winning many prizes. (Youtube video of Yola training at 9 months old here)

LUCY (7 months old):  Previous family found her too much.  Rehomed to an agility home .. Adopted 10/07

MAISIE 'Maisie Moo of Valgrays' Rehomed 01/02/07 with Peter (G) to an agility home.

MEG: Rehomed 02/2007 with Elizabeth (sister to Val's Keith) in a busy pet home and lives with Scraggly the Lurcher

MEG (16 months old):  Original family handed her into a Welsh rescue, who homed her to a farmer.  She ran away.  Dog Warden got her & refused to take her back to the Rescue centre as she was in such bad condition & brought her to Valgrays. Rehomed with Marguerite (G) to an obedience home .. Adopted 04/07 

MEG 'Mischievious Meg of Valgrays' (young):  Rehomed to an agility home in Hildenborough with Lesley P-S .. Adopted 11/07

MOJO (pups): One of the yummy pups!  Rehomed 10/2007 photo taken April 2009.  ( More photos here)

* NUALA   So so sad, she had so very many problems, there was no choice but Rainbow Bridge   - rest easy Nuala 07/07. (See 'In Memory' page).

PABLO:  Rehomed to Guy and Brenda 03/07.

 * PADDY (7 months old) 'Whirlwind Paddy of Valgrays':  Over from an Irish pound and now rehomed with Isabelle to an agility home and will be travelling between England and Switzerland! .. Adopted 06/07. (More photos here) (See 'Stories' page). 

* PIP (young):  Previous owners emigrated to Australia.  Rehomed with Ray to a pet home and is a swimming star! .. Adopted 06/07.  (See 'Stories' page). (see more photos here of Pip)

POPPY 'Pingpong Poppy of Valgrays':  Rehomed to Louisa (B) 03/07.

Poppy  (5 months old):  Previous owner thinking of pts, but Cilla fostered her and helped her, and now Poppy has been rehomed 12/07.

RED RUBY  (young):  Rehomed to a wonderful pet home .. Adopted 11/07

ROBBIE (elderly): Rehomed to a friend of Vals who used to do Working Trials and Agility.  Thank you for taking on an oldie, so very very kind .. Adopted 08/07

* ROONEY:  (now called Runi) (Norse for 'friend') 'Canen Rooney of Valgrays'. Previously came from Wales with several other dogs, owner became ill and unable to care for them, most were kept in a shed.  Rehomed with Sue Wootton Freeman to an agility and heelwork to music home.  Is litter brother to Shiner. Photo on right shows Runi flyball training in 2009 .. Adopted 04/07  (See 'Stories' page)  (More photos here)

RUBY (6 month old) 'Pocket Rocket of Valgrays':  Previously in a pet home where circumstances led to her needing a new home and she is now in an agility home with Lucy (O) .. Adopted 15/12/07

SHINER:  Previously came from Wales with several other dogs, owner became ill and unable to care for them, most were kept in a shed. Rehomed to a pet home where she needed one to one care and attention (is litter sister to Rooney) .. Adopted around 05/2007.  (See more photos here)

SOPHY (13 weeks old) 'La Bella Amour of Valgrays': Previously keps in a flat. Rehomed 2007 to Pat Fencott.  (See Stories Page).

TOBY (10 months old):  Previously with an elderly couple who could not cope.  Rehomed with Phillipa Shaw to a pet home .. Adopted 10/07  (See 'Stories' page).

YANKIE: Rehomed  02/2007 with a veterinary nurse; Yankie has not been an easy dog.  Photo on right taken in 2008. 

YUMMY PUPS: Litter of 4 super babies all abandoned at Valgrays.  All safely rehomed .. All adopted to wonderful family pet/agility homes........