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10 English Cocker Spaniels Up For Adoption In S'pore After Breeder Closes Down
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A total of 10 English Cocker Spaniels are up for adoption in Singapore as a result of the breeder closing down and giving up the dogs.
A post by Derrick Tan, founder of dog rescue group Voices For Animals (VFA), shared about the adoption opportunity.
"We took over several dogs from a breeder that is closing, this is the first batch and there will be more coming up," he wrote.
"Due to the space constraint, manpower and financial, we can only help batches by batches."
According to the post, all the dogs are adults, and there are no puppies.
Three of the dogs are male, while the rest are female.
The youngest are estimated to be two to three years old.
Some of the dogs have medical conditions that the future owners need to follow up on, Tan added, while some of their medical conditions require a hefty amount for treatment.
Answer questionnaire before adoptingTan's post also included a lengthy questionnaire for interested adopters to fill in.
The purpose is to streamline and whittle down the prospective adopters who are recognised to be responsible, able and interested.
Some of the questions include, "Are you able to commit to their medical needs should they get unwell?", as well as "Are you able to commit till their very end?"
Purpose of questionnaireIn the comments section of his post, Tan also provided examples of questions and requests he would not entertain from prospective adopters.
These questions include those asking if the dogs are good with children, as well as requests for dogs that are healthy.
In response, Tan wrote that children ought to be trained to be well-mannered around dogs, and questioned those keen on adoption on what would happen if an adopted dog turned out to be unwell.
Tan also reiterated that there will be no preferential treatment in choosing adopters as everyone has to go through the same process.
He wrote: "If my family and friends who are interested, please go through the same process too, if you have friends who are interested, please do not ask them to contact me, they are also required to drop an email and answer all the above mentioned questions."
Name: Ila
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown
Age: 4-5 years old
Medical: Slight ear infection, under treatment
Behaviour: Very shy and gentle girl
Remarks: Loves holding her ear and run around thinking it's her toy.
Name: Smiley
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown
Age: 2-3 years old
Medical: Nil
Behaviour: Shy and sweet
Remarks: She just loves to present her smiley face
Name: Carey
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: brown
Age: 2-3 years old
Medical: Nil
Behaviour: Very shy girl
Name: Jumpy
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown
Age: 2-3 years old
Medical: Nil
Behaviour: Very active girl
Remarks: Needs to put on weight, loves jumping out of the enclosure
Name: Puti
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown
Age: 5-6 years old
Medical: Slight skin issues
Behaviour: Very shy
Name: Hitam
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Black
Age: 3-4 years old
Medical: Nil
Behaviour: Shy
Name: Choco
Gender: Male
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Chocolate
Age: 3-4 Years old
Medical: Slight skin issue
Behaviour: Playful
Name: Aibo
Gender: Male
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown
Age: 3-4 years old
Medical: Nil
Behaviour: Shy
Name: Aiko
Gender: Female
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown
Age: 3-4 years old
Behaviour: Shy girl
Name: Cocky
Gender: Male
Breed: English Cocker Spaniel
Colour: Brown white
Age: 3-4 years old
All photos via Derrick Tan
Cost Of Living Ireland: Ten Most Expensive Dog Breeds To Insure
Buying or adopting a dog is a very expensive decision.
There can be lots of unforeseen expenses involved in the process - from microchipping them, toys and pet insurance.
Insurance specialists at A-Plan Insurance analysed data to discover the average monthly cost of pet insurance for different breeds and shared their findings with RSVP Live.
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Taking the title of the most expensive dog breed to insure is the English Bulldog. They're sweet-natured, excellent with children, and don't require too much exercise – but with this breed, you can expect an average insurance cost of €77.58 a month, equating to €930.96 annually. Due to being flat-faced, English Bulldogs suffer from brachycephalic syndrome, which consists of long-term breathing problems as well as difficulty cooling down in warm weather.
Second on the list is the French Bulldog, descendants of the English Bulldog. The breed is favoured by many celebrities including David Beckham and Hugh Jackman, and their small size and quiet demeanour makes them loveable to say the least; however, the breed has an average cost of €63.85 each month, making that €766.20 a year. Not only are French Bulldogs are brachycephalic like the English Bulldog, but they are also prone to Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVDD), which causes problems like back and neck pain and difficulty walking.
Third is the German Shepherd, known to be one of the most loyal dog breeds, not to mention that they are one of the smartest. However, while these are desirable traits, insuring this breed will set you back €44.51 a month – or €534.12 a year. Over the years, German Shepherds have been bred to enhance some features which has led to lots of health issues, Hip Dysplasia being one of these; this condition consists of symptoms like groin pain and limping.
Ten most expensive dog breeds to insureFourth on the list is the Labrador Retriever. They are one of the most common breeds used for guide dogs, so their intelligence can't be doubted; but the average cost of insurance for this breed is €36.43 a month, making that €437.16 annually. Labs are high at risk of Arthritis due to having problems with their joints, which can cause limping, a stiff walk, and irritability.
Fifth in the ranking is the Golden Retriever. Known for being playful, affectionate, and easy to train, Golden Retrievers make great family dogs. Although, €28.34 is the average monthly cost of insurance which equates to €340.08 a year. Goldens have a high chance of developing cancers such as Lymphoma, which includes symptoms like difficulty breathing, loss of appetite, and weight loss.
The Miniature Schnauzer is sixth in the ranking. This breed is hypoallergenic, so they can be a great choice for those with pet allergies – but their insurance cost is an average of €28.18 a month, or €338.16 a year. Miniature Schnauzers are predisposed to Pancreatitis, a disease which can cause repeated vomiting, dehydration, and even a hunched back.
Seventh on the list is the English Springer Spaniel. Due to their friendly nature and their ability to learn quick, they are a good fit for first time dog owners – but with them comes an average insurance bill of €27.07 a month, equating to €324.84 annually. Springer Spaniels are susceptible to Patent Ductus Arteriosus, a heart condition which can cause shortness of breath, weak limbs and weight loss.
Read More Related Articles Read More Related ArticlesIn eighth place is the Cocker Spaniel, a high energy breed that thrives outdoors – making them a perfect match to an active owner. Insuring Cocker Spaniels costs an average of €€26.51 a month, or €318.12 a year. Chronic Hepatitis is one of the health issues that many Cocker Spaniels can suffer from, a condition associated with the liver; symptoms include weight loss, vomiting, and even seizures.
Crossbreeds take the ninth spot on the list, with an average insurance cost of €26.45 each month, or €317.40 for the whole year. As different breeds have different personalities, owners can never predict the traits of a crossbreed – so they're suitable for owners who aren't too picky. While health issues in these dogs can vary depending on what breeds they are a mix of, there's a risk of conditions such as Hip Dysplasia and Arthritis which are common across many breeds.
Last on the list is the Border Terrier. They are known to be low-maintenance, eager to please, and they also get along well with other dogs if they are well-socialised from being a puppy. Insuring border terriers will cost an average of €20.81, or €249.72 annually. Cataracts are common in older Border Terriers, a condition which can cause blindness if left untreated.
Most expensive dogs to insure:
English Bulldog - €77.58
French Bulldog - €63.85
German Shepherd - €44.51
Labrador Retriever - €36.43
Golden Retriever - €28.34
Miniature Schnauzer - €28.18
English Springer Spaniel - €27.07
Cocker Spaniel - €26.51
Crossbreed - €26.45
Border Terrier - €20.81
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RSVP Whatsapp QR CodeEvery Dog Has Its Di! Crown Star Emma Corrin Dives Fully Clothed Into Pond To Rescue A Stricken Spaniel
As Princess Diana in series four of The Crown, Emma Corrin won over a whole new generation of Royal admirers.
But the 27-year-old actor proved to be a real life Queen of Hearts yesterday after jumping into a pond fully clothed to save a dog.
The Kent-born star, who won a Golden Globe for playing the late Princess of Wales, was walking with a friend on London's Hampstead Heath when the pair noticed the dog struggling in a pond.
Grabbing an orange lifebuoy, Emma dived in to reach the stricken animal, later identified as a cocker spaniel named Annie.
She was returned safely to her grateful owner by the star, who was dripping wet in a white T-shirt and blue shorts.
PET RESCUE: Emma Corrin, 27 with dog Spencer
Emma Corrin and as Princess Diana in series four of The Crown on Netflix
Someone who witnessed the heroic pet rescue, told The Mail on Sunday: 'It happened right in front of me. The owner of the spaniel was really distressed, running around and screaming "Annie! Annie!" as the dog was swimming in circles.
'Suddenly Emma Corrin came by and saw what was going on.'
The witness watched as Emma removed boots and socks, jumped in and 'swam out to the spaniel and the dog started swimming in the right direction back to the owner'.
When Emma got out of the pond, the witness added, Annie's owner hugged the 27-year-old star and said: 'Thank you so much. I don't know how to thank you.'
And Annie, it seems, is something of a repeat offender. Her owner was overheard telling Emma, who often walks on the Heath with a dog called Spencer, that Annie had got into similar difficulties before.
Young people relaxing beside a pond on Hampstead Heath, London
Emma, who is set to take on an as yet undisclosed role as a villain in Marvel's Deadpool franchise, attended a Roman Catholic boarding school for girls, before studying English and Drama at the University of Cambridge – and coming out as non-binary in July 2021, explaining that she prefers to use 'they/them' pronouns.
In the August 2022 issue of Vogue, Emma became the style bible's first non-binary cover star.
The issue also featured an interview in which Emma said: 'In my mind, gender just isn't something that feels fixed and I don't know if it ever will be; there might always be some fluidity there for me. I feel much more seen when I'm referred to as 'they', but my closest friends will call me 'she' and I don't mind, because I know they know me.'
A spokesman for Emma declined to comment.
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