04/06/2026
Good morning, Big Red family.
Pippa here, reporting in from my new home in Hammersmith!
Well, I finally arrived at my destination. Apparently Hammersmith is quite posh, so I shall have to do my best to fit in. You never know, I might even bump into Trigger one day. We've never actually met, but surely there must be some special connection between us as fellow Big Reds dogs. Maybe that's just me being sentimental!
I arrived very late, although I honestly couldn't tell you what day it was. Everything has become a bit of a blur recently. The journey is quite hard on us dogs, even when we're very well looked after, and I certainly was.
A huge thank you to Dave and his wonderful crew for getting me safely here. I must admit, Dave is a bit of a giant from my perspective, and I was a little nervous of him at first. But Kev was my special looker-after on the journey. He was gentle, kind, and made sure I felt safe every step of the way. Thank you, Kev.
When I arrived, I met my new mum, and she is absolutely wonderful. She listened carefully to all of Suella's instructions, which meant so much to me because I am quite a nervous girl until I get to know people. She has taken everything at my pace, reassuring me that I am safe and loved, and that this is my forever home.
And do you know what?
I actually believe her.
My mum has promised me a few days of doing exactly what I want, with no pressure at all. Just time to settle, relax, and find my paws. Suella is over the moon about that, and so is Tash. Mum sent Suella a lovely message this morning, and although I didn't read it myself, I know it made the girls very happy. That makes me happy too.
I would like to say a massive thank you to everyone who helped me on my journey. From getting me out of that horrid pound, to caring for me at Big Reds, to helping me travel all the way to my forever home here in the UK.
I couldn't have done it without you.
Now, I must get on with the very important business of settling into my new life. But don't worry, my mum has promised updates, so you'll be hearing from me again.
Until then, please keep sharing, keep caring, and please keep supporting Big Reds Animal Association. They can only keep helping dogs like me because of your kindness and generosity.
Big Red family, you are amazing.
Love,
Pippa of Hammersmith ❤️🐾