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Newsweek
7 days ago
- General
- Newsweek
Heartbreak As Shelter Throws Adoption Event for Dog, but No One Turns Up
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. It was meant to be his big day, but instead Flash the lurcher was left celebrating his ninth birthday in a shelter, after over 1,070 days waiting. "He is a wonderful lad," Judith Haw from the U.K.'s Dogs Trust told Newsweek. "Staff held a 'Flash Day' to try and generate some interest in him and for people to have the chance to see him outside of a kennel. He is a wonderful lad so the team wanted to show any potential adopters how lovely, playful a lad he is. He enjoyed his day being spoiled by staff but sadly no-one attended to meet Flash." Over two years ago, Flash found himself at the shelter in Darlington, England, when circumstances changed for his previous owner, but he is now one of 12 lurcher dogs currently being overlooked by potential owners. Despite his charm and playfulness, he's been passed over time and again. Flash enjoyed a wonderful 9th birthday, spoilt by staff and enjoying presents, party playtimes and birthday snuggles, but as it is now his third birthday spent in kennels, the team wants to ensure he turns 10 with his forever family. Pictures of Flash the dog who is still waiting for a forever home. Pictures of Flash the dog who is still waiting for a forever home. Dog's Trust In 2024, approximately 7 million animals entered U.S. shelters and rescues, according to Shelter Animals Count—an increase of nearly 3 percent from 2023. By the end of the year, 103,000 more pets had entered shelters than had exited, contributing to an ongoing capacity crisis in U.S. shelters. This sadly isn't the first time a dog has been ignored at an adoption event. Earlier this year, Kentucky-based animal shelter Animal Care Society (ACS) shared how Cali the dog was ignored at an adoption event. While another dog was "invisible" to adopters until the shelter came up with a solution, putting a note on her kennel. Amazingly, it worked, and Katerina was adopted. The good news is that Flash has recently received some interest, being favorited a number of times on the website. But he is still waiting to find a home. "He isn't reserved so is therefore still available for adoption. We very much hope he will meet 'The One' very soon," Haw said. "He has [also] received presents from our Amazon Wishlist from admirers which has been really kind and lovely for Flash. Our hopes are that he will meet his perfect match, and all the amazing PR will lead to him finding his forever family very soon," she added. Do you have funny and adorable videos or pictures of your pet you want to share? Send them to life@ with some details about your best friend, and they could appear in our Pet of the Week lineup.
Scoop
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Ink For Impact: Christchurch Flash Tattoo Event Supporting Paws Of Hope
Press Release – Paws of Hope On Friday 5 July Zealand Tattoo is hosting a flash tattoo event in Christchurch, donating a portion of the proceeds to support Paws of Hopes vital work, and Nikki will be lining up for her own tattoo, featuring Paws of Hope. Paws of Hope founder Nikki Marchant-Ludlow is known for wearing her heart on her sleeve – and now she's about to do it literally. On Friday 5 July Zealand Tattoo is hosting a flash tattoo event in Christchurch, donating a portion of the proceeds to support Paws of Hope's vital work, and Nikki will be lining up for her own tattoo, featuring Paws of Hope. Tattoos have the power to tell stories, honour experiences, and bring people together. On Flash Day, Zealand Tattoo founder Zane Swanston Christchurch, says that power will go further– becoming a way to help those who can't ask for help themselves. New Zealand Tattoo shop's award-winning artists specialise in Maori (Ta Moko and Kirituhi), Polynesian, Japanese, and many other contemporary styles. 'It is a great honour for us to host our next Flash Day Fundraiser in support of Paws of Hope – a foundation that exists to ensure no beloved pet goes hungry or gets left behind due to financial hardship,' she said. 'At Zealand Tattoo, we're all animal lovers, and we share the hope that fewer families will ever have to face the heartbreaking decision to surrender their pets.' Flash Day will offer the opportunity to get tattooed by experienced team at discounted fixed rates, with a portion of proceeds going straight to Paws of Hope. NZ Tattoo has prepared a custom flash sheet for the event – each design ready to wear, each tattoo helping make a difference. Paws of Hope founder Nikki Marchant Ludlow said money raised from the event will be put to vital use locally, providing pet food to a local foodbank who Paws of Hope has been supporting since November 2024. Paws of Hope is dedicated solely to providing free emergency pet food for people who are struggling to feed their pets. They have provided over 22,000 meals to date In Aotearoa, 64% of households have at least one pet and research shows over three quarters consider their dogs and cats to be cherished family members. However, the rise in the cost of living over the past few years has seen more and more pets being rehomed or surrendered to shelters already at capacity for a number of reasons including people can no longer afford to feed them as a result of the cost of living. Some of these people are living in emergency housing or even cars. The Foundation will work alongside food banks and other community providers. Nikki is looking forward to seeing other big hearted pet lovers on July 5. 'If you have been thinking about your next tattoo – or your first – come along on 5 July, get some fresh ink from some of the best in the biz, for a cause worth wearing on your skin,' she says. The event is being supported Paws of Hope partner 'Animals Like Us,' an NZ born company which manufactures pet food from sustainable and ethical sources. For every $ raised they will donate the equivalent value in food so anyone getting a tattoo is doubling their contribution. People can also donate at
Scoop
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scoop
Ink For Impact: Christchurch Flash Tattoo Event Supporting Paws Of Hope
Paws of Hope founder Nikki Marchant-Ludlow is known for wearing her heart on her sleeve – and now she's about to do it literally. On Friday 5 July Zealand Tattoo is hosting a flash tattoo event in Christchurch, donating a portion of the proceeds to support Paws of Hope's vital work, and Nikki will be lining up for her own tattoo, featuring Paws of Hope. Tattoos have the power to tell stories, honour experiences, and bring people together. On Flash Day, Zealand Tattoo founder Zane Swanston Christchurch, says that power will go further– becoming a way to help those who can't ask for help themselves. New Zealand Tattoo shop's award-winning artists specialise in Maori (Ta Moko and Kirituhi), Polynesian, Japanese, and many other contemporary styles. 'It is a great honour for us to host our next Flash Day Fundraiser in support of Paws of Hope – a foundation that exists to ensure no beloved pet goes hungry or gets left behind due to financial hardship,' she said. 'At Zealand Tattoo, we're all animal lovers, and we share the hope that fewer families will ever have to face the heartbreaking decision to surrender their pets.' Flash Day will offer the opportunity to get tattooed by experienced team at discounted fixed rates, with a portion of proceeds going straight to Paws of Hope. NZ Tattoo has prepared a custom flash sheet for the event – each design ready to wear, each tattoo helping make a difference. Paws of Hope founder Nikki Marchant Ludlow said money raised from the event will be put to vital use locally, providing pet food to a local foodbank who Paws of Hope has been supporting since November 2024. Paws of Hope is dedicated solely to providing free emergency pet food for people who are struggling to feed their pets. They have provided over 22,000 meals to date In Aotearoa, 64% of households have at least one pet and research shows over three quarters consider their dogs and cats to be cherished family members. However, the rise in the cost of living over the past few years has seen more and more pets being rehomed or surrendered to shelters already at capacity for a number of reasons including people can no longer afford to feed them as a result of the cost of living. Some of these people are living in emergency housing or even cars. The Foundation will work alongside food banks and other community providers. Nikki is looking forward to seeing other big hearted pet lovers on July 5. 'If you have been thinking about your next tattoo – or your first – come along on 5 July, get some fresh ink from some of the best in the biz, for a cause worth wearing on your skin,' she says. The event is being supported Paws of Hope partner 'Animals Like Us,' an NZ born company which manufactures pet food from sustainable and ethical sources. For every $ raised they will donate the equivalent value in food so anyone getting a tattoo is doubling their contribution. People can also donate at
