With great sadness i had to make the decision to have my beloved 11 1/2 year old faithful beautiful and loving Penelope Pearl Of Joy (Penny) put to sleep 07/08/10.A fantastic sociable adorable dog who loved everyone and everyone reciprocated her love.I am totally lost without my doting companion who is gone but will never be forgotten.
This is a marvellous website and i hope to give a loving home in the future.
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Caroline
(Thu 5th Aug 2010 at 15:36)
It was with a very heavy heart that we realised our lifestyle did not suit Freddy. We did not want him going just anywhere and the Bichon Frise rescue have been marvellous. Special thanks to Barbara and although Freddy is sadly missed, we feel happier knowing he is living in a more suitable home having lots of fun and a doggy friend as well. We know it was the right thing for Freddy and feel everyone involved work so hard to help these wonderful dogs
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Cindy Andrews
(Tue 27th Jul 2010 at 17:03)
I have never owned a dog before although my mum always has dogs when I was a child. Three years ago, having gone part time at work I decided to buy a puppy and not knowing what type of dog to have, my neice suggested a bichon. In truth, I had never heard of the breed. I did some research and my home work and decided this was the dog for me. Buddy is now three years old and he will never know what he has brought with him. My empty house became a home again. He is a loving bunddle of joy and I adore him. I am thinking of having another one and will definately contact Bichon Rescue when the time comes. Keep up the brilliant work you all do.
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les handley
(Mon 19th Jul 2010 at 10:04)
itis with great sorrow and sadness i say that i lost my companion and great friend of 13 years AMY,from the moment igot her as a pupshe went every where with me ( i am a lorry driver)she was great company and enjoyed trips around the country,she didnt have a totally problem free life though,bless her, amy was 2 when she was diagnosed with bladder stones, not to be thwarted at the vets, she changed the type of stones just to upset everyone looking after her, amy was no stranger to the operating table, dispite special diet and various pills and potions she was opened up 9 times in 7 years to remove the stones, then in total indierence to me and the vet she then wentdown with pancreaites, and i almost lost her i was told after a week in the vets she hasnot got long so i took her home with me for a last weekend together, low and behold come monday morning she was like a new dog again she had turned the corner and bounced back to her normal bright self again, alas, inside her was tobe the dreaded diabeties, this she suffered from for her remainding years, yet she would always come to me when it was 7.30 for her twice daily jabs of insulin and not once did she complain of it. sadly as time went on and she got older she went blind yet as usual with amy no problems arose in fact she could then hear a piece of chicken getting cut up a mile away,about 2years after that happened she got an ulcer behind her right eye and thatrequired her to have the eye removed ,with the vets assurance that she would be fine with the anastesia she went ahead ,and again amy didnt let this bother her at all, she was already used to me telling her Going up as we reached a kerb or Going down as we stept down she coped very well indead as long as i left nothing in her way and didnt move furniture to a different location she could find her way round the house and garden and you wouldnt know she was blind at all she would listen and smell so as not to miss anything, sadly she started to go deaf andstarted to go round and round trying to get her bearings as she could no longer hear me and just over a week ago now while on her morning walk she collapsed. the vet said she has had a stroke and a bad one at that, so with great saddnes i said to amy its time you went to the great dog run in the sky toromp and play with all your friends that have passed before you and even then her tail was up and wagging like crazy, i held her close to me as she went to sleep for the last time,now she is burried in my garden under her favorite shady bush. its only been a week and i miss her so much i still listen for the jingle of her collar and tags alas as i write this the tears are flowing again i have no shame admitting that.she just could not have won the last fight of her ilness, now as i sit watching the bush move in the breeze,a man alone again. Thank you amy for 13 years of wonderfull company. untill we meet again, daddy misses you.xxxxxxxxxxxxx
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John Selley
(Tue 13th Jul 2010 at 19:26)
Dougal came to me in summer 1995. he had been rehomed three times, and each "owner" said he was vicious and should be put down. Bichon Rescue sent an animal behaviourist, who thought he could be redeemed. He was! On first grooming I nearly wept, seeing the scars on his back. He'd been used as "bait" to start dog fights. He stayed with me for 11 years and was my best friend. Although I now have another dog Dougal still comes to visit me; sometimes I'm aware of a presence hovering over my right shoulder.I know he will be there to greet me when my time comes: "What Larks!" Now we can have a proper talk.
The brightest and most intelligent dog I have ever known.
JWS
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Sue Allen
(Tue 13th Jul 2010 at 17:12)
Two years ago I approached Bichon Rescue to find a small dog to suit our family. Having had Inca a 4 year old female, nearly 2 years she has changed our lives. What a wonderful, beautiful, dear hearted dog. She is so loved and very much part of the family. We have made numerous friends from just walking her. Inca is a very special dog indeed, i'm so glad she came to us from you.
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Elaine Howard
(Fri 9th Jul 2010 at 23:20)
We lost our darling little girl Misty on 22nd June. We'd had her for 13 wonderful years and she was everything a Bichon Frise should be and far far more to us.
We're now Bichon-less and baby-less for a while but I've looked at the photo gallery and smiled for the first time since that dreadful day.
Suddenly the daft memories are sweet again and it's good to see from others photos why we adored her so. Thanks Bichon Rescue, keep up the good work!
From:
KIm
(Wed 7th Jul 2010 at 21:23)
Just like to say "a big thank you " to Bichon Rescue for all the love and care they give the little ones. I have 4 male bichons I love them to bits!
From:
Suzanne
(Thu 10th Jun 2010 at 21:00)
Recently came across this amazing website when my bichon frise passed away! My bichon frise was called scamp and he went parallased over night, terriable shock to my family and I, he passed away two weeks ago and our family home has been empty without him in our home! miss him so much! R.I.P wee man will always love you Scamp Smyth, xxxxxxxx
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Angela
(Tue 1st Jun 2010 at 15:19)
I recently lost the last of my 4 Bichons, Evie was 15 1/2 years old and went down hill very quickly. She suffered chronic renal failure, as did my other Bichons. I love Bichons and maybe in the near future i will consider getting another one or two. At the moment i'm still grieving for my little Evie. I like to visit this site and read about all the happy endings (sometimes, not so happy) keep up the good work, you do a fantastic job at the rescue centre.
From:
Connie Bailey
(Fri 23rd Apr 2010 at 22:32)
Due to ill helath, I found myself having to make the most heartbreaking decision of my life, and that was to rehome my Bichon I never know about a rescue until my vet told me about your charity.Making the phonecall to Bichon Rescue was the most difficult thing I ever had to do,but after speaking to one of the lovely volunteers I was soon put at ease that my little Bichon would be placed in a home that would be the best for my boy. What was a horrendous time for me after being so ill and wanting the best for my boy was made much easier by the help and patience within the charity and I now know he is doing well in his new home and would like to thank Bichon Rescue for showing compassion and care for my dog and myself, I know I have made the right decsision as I am now totally housebound and it just wasn\'t the life for my Bichon. A truly wonderful society with kind volunteers who do the very best they can to help you, even if you are unsure its the right decision.
Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Connie Bailey
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Kasey
(Wed 24th Mar 2010 at 17:43)
I would just like to thank the lady in rescue that gave me some great advice about my Bichon , we have been struggling with Bertys seperation anxiety for quite some time and the advice we were given has really helped us,thank you so much and well done to all the helpers with your charity, I have really enjoyed reading the site and looking at the photos and reading "Mummys Angel", I think all bichon owners can relate to angel!
Kasey & Berty
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Susan and Robert George
(Wed 24th Mar 2010 at 10:45)
We took Charlie as a rescue about five years ago. He has been the most amazing companion for us and accompanied us on many camping and caravan holidays. Sadly, he departed this life on Tuesday, 22nd March. He has left a big hole in our lives and will forever be remembered as a very special little man. He was 15 years old and developed Cushings Syndrome, which we spotted too late - sadly. Please all say a prayer for our baby and hug your Bichon. xx
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Simon & Sarah Stacey
(Sat 20th Mar 2010 at 14:30)
Dear Bichon Frise Rescue
We thought we would drop you a line to let you know how well Daisy is doing at her new home we adopted her in Dec 2009 and she was a little under weight, the last few months she has come on leaps and bounds and is our pride and joy. She brings us so much happiness and laughter that we don\'t know how we coped without her. She loves long walks and playing ball and follows us everywhere we go and loves being the centre of attention!!
We just wanted to say Thank you for getting us in touch with Daisy
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moira
(Sun 14th Mar 2010 at 20:08)
Many many thanks to Bichon Frise Rescue for allowing me to rescue Lily who came to me 18 months ago. She brings me so much joy and I could not imagine life without her. I tell everyone I meet about Bichon Rescue and the wonderful work all the volunteers do.
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maxine santer
(Sat 6th Mar 2010 at 15:11)
i love reading your bichon messages..we have Pebbles and bought her from a baby...4 and half years ago..i love her sooo much and she brings so much love and laughter to our home..a real daddys girl lol. Keep up your great work and my thoughts are with those who have lost there beloved babies..xxx
From:
keith
(Mon 1st Mar 2010 at 20:20)
Such a lovely site, owner of a bischon to, such a wonderfull dog. Keep up the brilliant work
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maria wilson
(Sat 27th Feb 2010 at 18:42)
We have just lost are bichon, Snowy was his name he was 7 in december. He run out the gate and the ice cream van run over him although all the family are devisated and miss him dearly its good to be able to go on your site and read so many lovely messages from other bichon lovers. Maria Terry and Emma xxx
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Rebecca Morgan
(Fri 12th Feb 2010 at 16:28)
What a nice website. Think the "Remember Me" section is a particularly lovely idea. I think the work you do is fantastic and invaluable. We have 2 Bichons called Poppy (26 montha) and Daisy (16 months) who we love to bits and couldnt be without!!! I cant imagine what would posess anyone to treat such wonderful little dogs so badly so thank goodness you are there to help them!!!
From:
Gwyneth Morgan
(Sun 7th Feb 2010 at 15:33)
Adopting our Bichon Frise from your what I have found to be a extremely efficiently, proffesionally run adopting/rehoming organisation is the BEST THING WE HAVE DONE FOR YEARS - THANK YOU FOR THE JOY YOU HAVE ADDED TO OUR FAMILY. Yours truly
Gwyneth Morgan, Huddersfield.
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paula hudson
(Thu 7th Jan 2010 at 13:01)
We got jack from your rescue in 2007, he is absolutly perfect and we couldn't have wished for a nicer, well behaved dog. We love him to bits and couldn't imagine life without him. Thankyou very much for giving us such a wonderfull dog we really appreciate the work you did for us. Thanks agian, Paula and April x
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Pat (Cheshire)
(Tue 5th Jan 2010 at 20:55)
Happy New Year to you.
Your site is really lovely and very helpful and informative to anyone who would love to own one of these beautiful baby Bichon\'s.
Keep up the good work,
Pat & Baby Louie
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Samantha
(Tue 5th Jan 2010 at 13:37)
What a lovely site, Truely inspirational.
The poem in the memorial page struck a cord with me because i lost my gorgeous Fi Fi just before christmas,
I now have another Bichon called Buster who is very mischevious and hopefully nothing will part us for many years to come :)
From:
Alistair Robinson
(Mon 21st Dec 2009 at 16:41)
Alistair from Scotland.
Your organisation helped me find a new home for my dear Ted and Lucy. I still miss them so much and wonder how they are.
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Eurobichons
(Mon 21st Dec 2009 at 13:49)
BFR do a fabulous job of rehoming the many sad doggies that come through their system.
We would always implore anyone looking for a doggy to seek a rescue first , puppies are not pups for long and demand alot of attention, a rescue dog is assessed before it goes out and will love you so much.
Never be tempted to buy from a pet store. Rescue doggies really do need you more !
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Margaret Grant
(Sat 12th Dec 2009 at 22:48)
What a lovely site. The Bichons are my favourite breed. I had 2 wee girls (sisters) Bonnie and Dawn but sadly they passed away at the age of 12 and 12 and 1/2. I have a wee boy now called Rory and apart from him lifting his leg in the house he is a good companion and very lovable like the wee girls were.
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Laura
(Thu 3rd Dec 2009 at 20:57)
Hi,
What wonderful work you do here. The calender for sale is a great idea. I was able to buy a wonderfully thoughtful and giving xmas present for my aunt who owns two very loved bichons Frise. One is sixteen!!
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Sammi Logan
(Sat 28th Nov 2009 at 23:04)
This site is just wonderful, we adopted a Bichon from Rescue 4 years ago, and have been given years of joy with our boy.
To all the people involved in the wonderful work of rehoming Bichon's via Bichon Frise Rescue- Thank You from myself and my family.
I have also received my rescue calendar, its wonderful to see the many Bichons who look so happy, and I wish you success in raising money for Henrys Fund.
Merry Christmas to all the volunteers involved and thank you for your commitment and support.
Sammi & Charlie x
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heather
(Tue 24th Nov 2009 at 15:24)
hi i had sam for 10years he was my love my life...i lost him in may 09 i am waiting to give a home and love to another friend....thanking you you are doing a great job in all that you do...christmas will be lonly without sam....bye bye
From:
Bekki
(Sat 21st Nov 2009 at 15:39)
Aw what a lovely site.
We purchased a lovely little boy B/F called Bleu 8 weeks ago and we wouldn\'t be without him.
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Janine
(Thu 29th Oct 2009 at 15:28)
Just ordered your calendar in memory of of our dear Chester. A month since he passed away and we are still heartbroken. We had 11 wonderful years with him - Christmas won't be the same without him guarding the presents under the tree. We hope your calendar raises lots of cash to help Bichons not as fortunate to have as much love and care as Chestie did.
From:
sue
(Sat 24th Oct 2009 at 13:48)
I have just had a look around your site is so lovely...the pictures are so cute brought back memories of my bichon Teddie who has been gone 8 months now and still missed alot...
From:
Celine O'Hara
(Sat 24th Oct 2009 at 10:42)
Hey just to say thank you so much for the joy you have given our family in allowing us to look after Angel
and Bella they are so happy and loving and such u joy to look after thanks once again xxx
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sarah chubb
(Sat 17th Oct 2009 at 14:12)
I love the site it is nice to be able to remember those loved and lost.My seven year old BF Seamus is still in my heart and thoughts and I have a little character BF Ollie(bear) who is 12...
Thanks for all your hard work for my favourite breed.
From:
Liz White
(Mon 5th Oct 2009 at 18:26)
I love the changes to the site, it all looks fantastic !!!!
From:
Ian M
(Mon 5th Oct 2009 at 10:05)
Well done on the site and all the work!
I have recently rehomed a 2 year old BF and he really is a smashing little chap!
Where can I buy him some wellies for thje winter cos he gets filthy on his walks! :-)
From:
Derek A Briggs
(Tue 29th Sep 2009 at 15:44)
Once again - congratulations on all your hard work and for producing an excellent site and an excellent calendar.
Derek
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Michelle
(Mon 28th Sep 2009 at 12:32)
This is truly a excellent site it is not only very informative , but also gives many people a lot of pleasure in visiting it. Thank you .
Enjoy your success :-) you deserve it.
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avril
(Sat 19th Sep 2009 at 20:19)
Fantastic site and so informative. Pity I live in N. Ireland. Would love to run similar for Yorkies.This breed is another I would consider, and well done to those who have adopted, fostered etc. I too am a rescurer, having got my first Yorkie after it was dumped out on our mountain to defend for itself. How can people be so cruel?
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Pat Mann
(Wed 16th Sep 2009 at 12:11)
I already have Izzy that I got through Bichon Frise Rescue and she very quickly stole our hearts. She has been with us for 17 months and we are now hoping to get a sister for her as she needs a play mate.
To everyone invovled in the rescue of these beautiful souls, thank you and well done.
From:
Valerie Santoro
(Sun 13th Sep 2009 at 15:51)
I have just completed an application form to adopt a Bichon Frise. I hope I am successful, as I would dearly love to give one a loving home. Thank you very much for all do in helping these wonderful dogs.
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Mandy Bayliss
(Thu 10th Sep 2009 at 18:22)
it was great to find the bichon rescue site,i am looking forward to adopting a need bichon soon that i can give him or her all the love and care that they need.also a loving family.
hope that i will be successful in adopting one of these wondefull dogs.
keep up the good work that you all do.
dont no what they would do without people like you.
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tracy vasa
(Sun 30th Aug 2009 at 23:01)
what a wonderful thing you all do for these most beautiful loving perfect little fluffy people, my mum has 2 bichon\'s, a brother and sister and they are a massive part of our family
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Eric /Jill Bearham
(Sat 15th Aug 2009 at 10:21)
We have this week very sadley just lost our very best friend and mate Casper he was a Bichon Frise dog and what a cariture he loved his cup of tea and cornflakes for breakfasat he would smile at you and he would allso tell you off if you left in doors and did not take him with you he live till he was 11 and 3/4 will be sadley missed long time .love you boy xxx
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Andrea Walduck
(Fri 14th Aug 2009 at 19:17)
What a wonderful informative website for anyone hoping to own a beautiful Bichon. The photographs of the adorable little dogs are a joy, as are the wonderful stories from those who have rescued dogs. I too am hopeful of being able to rescue a Bichon in the not too distant future. Well done to all of the volunteers who have helped the dogs find happy homes.
From:
kay clifford
(Sun 2nd Aug 2009 at 22:10)
I found this site so easy to read,
and i look forward to hearing if i am able to rescue a bichon very soon.
From:
patricia clark
(Sat 25th Jul 2009 at 23:02)
I would just like this opportunity to praise you all for your hard work and dedication to this wonderful cause. I look forward to hopefully adopting a wonderful Bichon in the very near future.
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LISA WARD
(Fri 24th Jul 2009 at 21:41)
i was thrilled to find a rescue site, what lucky dogs they are to have you all !
i hope i can soon adopt a needy bichon and introduce him or her or him AND her to my wonderful family.
good luck with all your fab work.
From:
Kim Harpur
(Fri 26th Jun 2009 at 13:34)
What a great and informative website.
Well done to all the volunteers that devote so much of there time making the world a better place for rescued fluffs.
From:
Gayle Bradshaw
(Mon 22nd Jun 2009 at 16:59)
Your website is amazing,easy to follow and full of really usefull information. I have drooled over the gorgeous photos of the lucky dogs whom have been re-homed, and soon hope i can be a \"new mum\" too. Well done.
From:
Pauline Smith
(Mon 15th Jun 2009 at 21:35)
I have had Benjy from Bichon Rescue for 3 years and he has brought so much joy into my life.
Thank you to the volunteers and this new site is lovely to read.
From:
Lorraine Daly
(Wed 3rd Jun 2009 at 11:52)
BIG BIG Thank-you to Barbara Bramage, our local volunteer, for our gorgeous Bichons, Lizzie and Lucas.............who have allowed us to live with them for the past year!!
From:
Angela Harell-Saunders
(Thu 28th May 2009 at 13:08)
Two years ago after the death of my second Standard Poodle at the age of 15, and after trying to live without a dog after 30 years, I decided to try a different breed, a smaller dog but one which did not shed as my husband has asthma. I looked at the Bichon website for weeks and, because I wanted two bitches almost gave up, until one late afternoon, just before I closed down, I decided to have another look and there they were mother and daughter aged 9 and 7. My son drove me down to Devon from Hertfordshire and I have never looked back. They are a sheer delight and when we walk them in the park or street they tend to make people smile appreciatively. They are gentle and sweet and we couldn't be happier together. They are certainly a breed I would recommend to everyone, old and young as they tolerate children and even cats!
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Janette Harper
(Thu 28th May 2009 at 11:42)
My Mum has two Bichons from your rescue, and the boys have given her life back after losing my Dad. The volunteers of Bichon Frise Rescue are the best and we have both loved looking at all the beautiful dogs in your gallery, and shed a tear on the memorial page, these two guys here are our babies and life wouldn't be the same without them. Thank you Bichon Frise Rescue!
From:
Pamela Carr
(Thu 28th May 2009 at 10:35)
It's exactly a year since I rescued my gorgeous Phoebe - thank you Bichon Rescue - I can't imagine life without her!
From:
Laura Markie
(Wed 27th May 2009 at 15:46)
just looking at your site made me love me wee bessie even more! they are really the sweetest little things ever!
From:
Derek Briggs
(Sun 24th May 2009 at 17:37)
Well done - the site just keeps getting better.
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Liz White
(Sun 24th May 2009 at 11:52)
The site is looking fabulous !!!! it must be interesting, I have looked at it more than once....LOL Well done, all the hard work has paid off, we have a great website.....
From:
Dorothy Burdon
(Thu 21st May 2009 at 23:16)
its a joy to see some of the Bichon Frise rehomed within your organisation
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Katye Carr
(Wed 20th May 2009 at 04:43)
After reading through the information I would love to give a rescue Bichon a loving home after recently losing my beloved boy, an easy to read site
