๐ทMARCH MATCHMAKING ๐ท
๐ฌ CANDY: The Sweetest 75-lb "Lap Dog" You'll Ever Meet! ๐ฌ
Meet Candy, a 2-year-old Lab/Shepherd mix with a name that perfectly captures her essence sweet enough to cause cavities! ๐ฌ
This cuddle enthusiast firmly believes she's a teacup poodle trapped in a 75-pound body! Prepare for numb legs when she decides your lap is her throne, but trust us her adorable face makes it impossible to complain! As a retired puppy mama who's now spayed, she's traded in her mom jeans for a chance to be YOUR personal happiness provider! ๐ก
Candy has mastered the art of indoor living so well she's considering writing a dog etiquette book! Her kennel training is so impressive she practically tucks herself in at night! Her leash manners? Let's just say she's still perfecting the difference between "walking the human" and "being walked by the human" but she improves with every outing and is determined to graduate from "enthusiastic puller" to "refined canine companion"! ๐
Her signature move? The "paw tap of persuasion" a heart-melting maneuver with a 100% success rate at scoring extra pets! Currently practicing her interspecies diplomacy with her foster family's tiny pug (who she probably thinks is an oversized hamster). ๐น
Benefits include: a built-in foot warmer, a personal trainer who'll guilt you into daily walks, and a security system that specifically targets mail carriers with extreme prejudice! She may initially eye strange men with "are you a serial killer?" suspicion, but once she knows you're good people, prepare for endless love! ๐
๐ Make her yours forever: bedr.ca/candy
๐ต Adoption Fee: $50
P.S. Warning: Candy's adorable antics may cause spontaneous baby talk and excessive photo-taking. Side effects include showing strangers dog pictures they didn't ask to see! Is your phone storage ready for this photogenic bundle of joy? ๐ธ
๐ทMARCH MATCHMAKING ๐ท
๐พ SPIKE: Adventure Buddy Extraordinaire! ๐พ
Meet Spike, a spunky 4-month-old Shepherd/Lab mix who's ready to slay your heart! Named after the rebellious vampire from Buffy the Vampire Slayer, this charming pup brings just the right mix of bad-boy attitude and unexpected sweetness to your home! ๐ค
This social Scooby Gang member is the perfect blend of playful energy and cuddle champion! Spike follows his humans everywhere (no invitation needed!) and is making excellent progress with house training. He's already mastered kennel training too! When he's not patrolling for treats or protecting you from the forces of boredom, he's either engaging in epic toy battles or settling in for quality snuggle time. ๐งธ
Great with kids and dogs! Benefits include: endless entertainment, Sunnydale-level enthusiasm, joyful greetings when you come home, and the world's most dedicated adventure partner! After fighting the forces of evil (or just his squeaky toys), his favorite activity is snuggling with his humans. He's a certified companion who knows when it's time to relax! ๐
He's a smart boy learning lots every day and is excited to show you all the tricks he knows! Like the Big Bad himself, he's very food motivated. Perfect for teaching him new skills without any magic spells required! ๐ฆด
๐ Make him yours forever: bedr.ca/spike
๐ต Adoption Fee: $75 (+$150 neuter deposit)
P.S. At 33lbs now, this handsome boy is saying "You're the Chosen One!" Is your home ready for this bundle of supernatural puppy charm? ๐ฅฐ
Credit where credit is due! This fantastic video was made by Spike's amazing foster parents! ๐นโจ
๐จURGENT: Disposable Pee Pad Donations Needed! ๐จ
Dear Bright Eyes supporters,
Puppy overload alert! We have SO MANY adorable puppies in our care right now that we're almost out of pee pads and desperately need more! ๐ซ
โผ๏ธ How you can help:
โข Drop off pee pads at our donation locations (listed below)!
โข Amazon shoppers can ship directly to: 21 Manor Road, Regina, SK, S4S 5C7
Any brand or size is appreciated! Your donations will help keep our rescue pups clean and dry while they wait for their forever homes.
โผ๏ธ Donation Drop-off Locations:
๐ 1535A McAra Street
โข Tuesdays: 6:45โ7:15 PM
โข Saturdays: 10:30โ11:15 AM
๐ South Regina โ 21 Manor Road
โข Anytime โ Donation bin located just inside the gate at the top of the driveway.
๐ North Regina โ 216 Irvin Street
โข Anytime โ Donation bin located on the front step.
Thank you for your continued support!
The Bright Eyes Dog Rescue Team ๐ฉต
P.S. If anyone has stock in a pee pad company, now might be the time to mention it... ๐
Spring Home & Garden Show 50/50 ๐
๐พ Could You Be Their Bright Eyes?- FOSTER HOMES NEEDED! ๐พ
Have you ever looked into the eyes of a dog who has just realized they're safe? There's a moment, a beautiful, soul-stirring moment, when their eyes change. The fear dissolves, replaced by something brighter. Hope.
At Bright Eyes Dog Rescue, we live for these moments. But right now, we need your help to create more of them. ๐ค
โA Crisis of Space, Not Loveโ
Our rescue is facing a heartbreaking reality: dogs who need us, dogs who deserve a second chance, are waiting. Some are living outdoors in the elements, facing harsh weather conditions, some are facing uncertain futures, and all are living in circumstances no dog should have to endure.
We have the love. We have the resources. What we don't have enough of is *homes* to place them in while they wait for their forever families. ๐
โYou Don't Need to Be Perfect, Just Presentโ
Foster homes are the beating heart of our rescue. Without them, we simply cannot say "yes" to the dozens of deserving dogs who need our help.
The beautiful truth? You don't need to be a dog expert. You don't need a perfect yard. You don't even need to commit forever.
All you need is a little space in your home and a little room in your heart. ๐
โEven Temporary Fosters Save Livesโ
Can't commit long-term? We understand! We desperately need temporary fosters too, kind souls who can provide respite care for our current foster families when they travel or need a short break. Even a few days to a couple weeks of foster care during someone's winter holiday can make all the difference.
These short stays prevent foster burnout and allow us to help more dogs in the long run. It's a beautiful way to dip your toes into the foster experience while making a genuine difference. ๐ถ
โWhat You Give, You Get Back Tenfoldโ
Ask any of our foster families, the rewards of fostering go far beyond the good feeling of helping. There's the tail wags that get stronger
๐ FEBRUARY FEATURES ๐
๐พ Meet CORDELIA: Queen of the Canine World! ๐พ
Move over social butterflies - this 13-week-old Shepherd/Lab mix is here to rule the runway (and your heart)! One of the fabulous Buffy the Vampire Slayer ๐งโโ๏ธ litter of nine, she's one of just four siblings still waiting for their forever stage! Currently serving puppy realness at 20 pounds, she's destined to grow into a gorgeous large lady who knows how to work the room! ๐ค
Like her namesake, she's got the confidence of a prom queen but with none of the attitude, unless you count her brutally honest way of announcing potty time! This rising star has already mastered kennel training and is working her way to house-training fame one "please let me out" dance at a time! ๐
When she's not directing her own squeaky toy action scenes or hosting cuddle-fests in laps, Cordelia's busy proving she's the perfect co-star for kids and other dogs. Warning: May cause excessive happiness and spontaneous outbursts of "Who's the cutest puppy ever?!" ๐พโจ
๐ Apply to adopt this diva-in-training at https://bedr.ca/cordelia/
๐ต Adoption Fee: $100
๐ฅ Spay Deposit: $150
P.S. - Her puppy kisses are award-worthy! ๐
๐ FEBRUARY FEATURES ๐
๐ต ...Ready For It? Meet Reputation! ๐ต
This energetic 12-week-old Heeler/Shepherd mix loves being the center of attention and can't wait to show you what a Gorgeous companion she can be! With tons of energy and a dash of spice, she's ready to make your life Delicate and sweet! ๐ค
Reputation's favorite place is outdoors where she can stretch her legs and have an End Game adventure with her humans. She's great with other dogs, cats, and kids - truly proving This Is Why We Can Have Nice Things! ๐ฑ
Reputation is a quick learner! Don't let this love story turn into a Getaway Car - this sweet girl could be your perfect match! ๐พโจ
๐ https://bedr.ca/reputation/
๐ต Adoption Fee: $100
๐ด Spay/Neuter Deposit: $150
๐ FEBRUARY FEATURES ๐
๐๏ธ Meet The Tortured Poets Department, or as his friends call him, Poet! ๐๏ธ
Yes, his full name is longer than his little puppy attention span, but donโt let that fool youโthis 12-week-old Heeler/Shepherd mix is already working on his debut hit single, All Too House-Trained (Almost Version), and stealing hearts everywhere he goes. ๐ค
Poet is a quiet, playful pup who loves snuggling up for nap time, usually on your feet for maximum coziness. Heโs looking for a forever family to be the Peter to her Wendy, someone who will love him unconditionally and never say So Long, London. ๐๏ธ
Donโt leave him saying I Can Do It With a Broken Heartโฆapply to adopt Poet today and give him the happy ending he deserves! ๐พ๐
๐ https://bedr.ca/the-tortured-poets-department-poet/
๐ต Adoption Fee: $100
๐ด Spay/Neuter Deposit: $150
๐ถ Your Saturday Plans Just Got a Lot Cuter! ๐ถ
If your idea of a perfect weekend includes puppies, pets, and possibly bringing home a new best friend, then weโve got you covered! Bright Eyes Dog Rescue will be out and about on February 8th with not one, but two chances to meet our adorable, adoptable pups! ๐ ๐ฉ
๐ Stop #1: Regina Farmersโ Market
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Date: February 8, 2025
โฐ Time: 9:30 AM - 2:30 PM
๐ Location: Banner Hall, REAL District (1700 Elphinstone St)
Weโre bringing puppies to the Farmersโ Marketโbecause who can resist shopping and sweet puppy faces at the same time? Stop by for some tail wags and puppy pets from:
๐พ Spike
๐พ Xander
๐พ London
๐พ Cruise
๐พ Zara
๐ Stop #2: Pet Valu - East
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Date: February 8, 2025
โฐ Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
๐ Location: 2035 Prince of Wales Dr, Regina, SK
After the market, weโll be at Pet Valu East with even more adorable pups! Come meet:
๐พ Paris
๐พ Cordelia
๐พ Sage
๐พ Saint
Chat with our volunteers about adoption, fostering, or how you can get involved. Whether youโre looking for a new furry family member or just need some puppy therapy, we wonโt judge!
๐พ Warning: Side effects of attending may include excessive smiling, falling in love with a dog (or three), and leaving with an application to foster or adopt. Donโt say we didnโt warn you!
๐ฃ Double the events, double the puppy loveโsee you there! ๐โจ
๐พ Come for the Dogs, Stay Because You Donโt Want to Leave! ๐พ
Join Bright Eyes Dog Rescue at Pet Valu Rochdale!
๐ถ Whatโs Happening?
โข Meet adorable pups looking for their forever homes (and belly rubs!) ๐
โข Learn more about Bright Eyes Rescue and how you can help make a difference!
Bonus: Youโll probably fall in love with more than one dogโand who can blame you? โค๏ธ๐
๐ Where: Pet Valu Rochdale
๐
When: Saturday, February 1st, 1 PM - 3 PM
Bring your friends, family, and willpower ๐
โผ๏ธ UPDATE โผ๏ธ Adopted!!
๐พ Meet Madeline: A Survivor with a Heart Full of Love! ๐พ
Madeline has been in care for 123 days, and sheโs ready to find her forever family!
๐ Her Journey
Madeline came into care at just 8 weeks old after being hit by a vehicle, leaving her with two broken legs. Despite her tough start in life, this resilient pup has healed beautifully and hasnโt let her past slow her down!
๐ถ About Madeline
โข Breed: Lab/Shepherd mix
โข Age: 5 months
โข Size: Expected to grow into a medium-sized dog (26-60 lbs)
โข Adoption Fee: $100 (+ $150 spay/neuter deposit)
โจ Why Maddie Will Steal Your Heart โจ
โข Playful & Goofy: She adores her toys, chews, and a good game of chase. Her playful energy is contagious!
โข Social Butterfly: Maddie loves kids, gets along well with cats, and enjoys playing with other dogsโsheโs the perfect companion for any family.
โข Sweet & Affectionate: Sheโs a gentle soul who loves cuddles and showering her people with tail wags and kisses.
โข Trained & Ready: Maddie is kennel trained and house trained, making her transition to a new home easy.
๐ก What Maddie Needs
This brave little girl is looking for a loving family that can give her plenty of playtime, snuggles, and all the love she deserves. After overcoming so much, Maddie is ready to live her best life!
๐ Located in Regina & area, Maddie canโt wait to meet her forever family.
๐ APPLY NOW to adopt Madeline and give this resilient, sweet girl the happy ending she deserves! bedr.ca/adopt/maddie
Please share to help Maddie find her perfect match! โค๏ธ