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Pre-Ownership Pet Education

This subscription will interest you if: You're considering getting a pet, and want to learn all you can about everyday pet ownership. You're a new pet owner, looking for ways to prepare for all eventualities and the long-haul of pet ownership. You're an experienced pet owner, always on the look out for new insights and ways to make your pet ownership journey more enjoyable. Telling stories about our journeys as pet owners, helping others gain a better understanding about the reality of pet ownership. Pet-Pledge wants everyone to know what to expect, everyday. Pet ownership is about the long-haul journey, and that's important. The more you know, the easier the journey will be. Well informed people make better pet owners. Pre-ownership pet education is vital for potential pet owners.

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Henry And Rolf, The Abandoned German Shepherd Dog

Andrew Bigwood Rolf the puppy Henry And Rolf, The Abandoned German Shepherd Dog This story is inspired by the true story of Hachiko, a Japanese Akita dog remembered for his remarkable loyalty to his owner, Hidesaburō Ueno, for whom he continued to wait for over nine years following Ueno's death. A Dreadful start, but will it get better? Rolf, a 6-month-old German Shepherd puppy, was bought by a man and a woman from a hobby breeder. From a young age, he endured mistreatment from the man of the...

10 months ago • 2 min read

Andrew Bigwood French Bulldogs, Puppy Farms and Unethical Breeding This story-line based around the need for pre-ownership pet education around puppy farming and reputable breeders. It weaves together the emotional journey of the family, with broader themes of responsibility, advocacy, and the impact of collective action, culminating in a heartwarming and hopeful conclusion. New Beginnings A young family—Emily and John, and their 8-year-old daughter Lily—decide to get a puppy. Lily is...

10 months ago • 4 min read

Andrew Bigwood Jeanie and Princess The Tale of Jeanie and Princess: Being prepared for the unexpected Jeanie, a social media influencer, resided in a stunning apartment and dedicated much of her time to creating videos on interior design, her niche expertise. With a background in interior design and art history, she was highly skilled in her craft. Despite her success, Jeanie felt a sense of loneliness. Jeanie alone on the couch She had not long ago finished a relationship that compromised...

10 months ago • 3 min read

Andrew Bigwood Wish the abandoned kitten Pet-Pledge - Abandonment, Rescue and Redemption This story begins with a little girl called Katie, expressing her desire for a kitten as a birthday gift from her father, who's called David. Touched by Katie's request, David sets out to find a kitten for her. On his way to the pet shop, David takes a short-cut through a neglected part of town with boarded-up shops and debris strewn across the streets. The area used to be a thriving mechanical...

10 months ago • 3 min read

Andrew Bigwood May 2023 Rojo the Irish Setter The Tale of Rojo - A Lesson in Pet Ownership and Environment This is a true story that involves me as a child, growing up in the 1960s with my family. It describes the reason that we had to re-home our beautiful Irish Setter. Rural Oblivion In the mid 1960s, amidst the era of flower power, we lived in a small village called Sendmarsh near Ripley, Surrey. My mum and dad decided to bring a new member into their household - an Irish Setter named...

10 months ago • 3 min read

Andrew Bigwood May 2023 Charlie, the scruffy terrier A heartwarming tale about the UK pet adoption process: Emily and Charlie Part 1 I wrote this story a few days ago, and I started to think about sequels to their relationship. Keep an eye out for further stories with Emily and Charlie. In the quaint village of Pawcester, there lived an outgoing woman named Emily. Emily had always dreamed of having a furry companion to share her days with—a loyal friend who would wag their tail when she...

10 months ago • 2 min read