Tributes
Here are some of the wonderful pets that have been gifted to the Veterinary Education Pet Gifting Programme.

Percy the DSH
Favourite place to snooze:
On mummy’s bed on her dressing gownFavourite Toy:
His froggyFavourite Treat:
He once happily ate some salt and vinegar crisps before mum noticed. We couldn’t believe he enjoyed them !Favourite Person:
MumNaughtiest trait:
Licking dirty water from the sinkComments from the owner:
Percy was the absolute light of my life. I rescued him at 12 weeks and he instantly became a huge part of my life. We spent a lot of time training him and he was so clever and loved to learn. He could play fetch and his favourite thing to play with was a ball of foil. Cats are meant to be scared of foil so I used it to cover my kitchen counters to deter him from jumping up. One day I came home to find the foil ripped to shreds all over the floor, he was having the time of his life playing with it. He was so loving and always would tell me when he wanted to cuddle. We would spend hours cuddling and playing, he was such a happy boy. Although he was only with me for a year, it was the best year and I am so glad I brought him into my life. I hope wherever he is now, he has plenty of foil to play with
Narla the Boxer
Comments from the owner:
Narla was a wonderful part of our family for eight years. She was the sweetest, most loving dog and gave the best cuddles and sloppy kisses, especially to all the children in our families. She loved her walks and would sulk until she was taken out. Narla would always chase those pesky cats and even saying 'cats' would wind her up. She was the best big sister to our four year old Charlie and little sister to our fourteen year old Aston, even if she did steal their food now and again. Her favourite thing to do was zoomies all around the house and garden, even at 1am in the morning when we were all asleep. Throwing her biscuits around was her favourite game to play. She took part in many charity runs with her Mummy and even climbed a mountain! She has definitely left her paw print on all of hearts and no one could ever replace her, our special Pupper Dawg ♥️
Simba the British Longhair
Favourite place to snooze:
Windowsill looking onto the roadFavourite Toy:
His catnip bananaFavourite Treat:
Scraps of takeaway chickenFavourite Person:
Anyone who would give him a lap to sit on and attention on his own terms.Naughtiest trait:
Food gremlinComments from the owner:
Simba was a stray cat for at least 8 years in the area, after his original owner excluded him from the house. He had several neighbours look after him but when his fur got so matted, it was time to call the RSPCA. Not long after, we adopted him and he had the most amazing 6 years with us, being spoilt, cared for and loved. Simba never liked to be picked up or his belly being touched, meaning he got regular lion cuts. He would nip to tell you he didn't like it but never to cause pain, just to set boundaries. He was regularly referred to as feisty and spicy by the vets and nurses.
Tinks the Moggy
Favourite place to snooze:
AnywhereFavourite Toy:
Dead birds or miceFavourite Treat:
CheeseFavourite Person:
Her dadNaughtiest trait:
Bringing us dead birds or miceComments from the owner:
She would gently paw at your cheek, if it had gone past teatime (5pm). She would jump on your shoulders and lie across the back of your neck. We have had her since birth, born on 23/4/07 , 3 girls and 1 boy who we obviously called George.
Buddy the Golden Retriever
Comments from the owner:
Buddy 25/5/10. A special boy - one of 11, 9 dogs and 2 bitches. He was our pick of litter. His temperament has been superb all his life. He has competed in the show ring and also worked picking up on shoots. He gained various awards over the years. He gained his Show Gundog Working Certificate and was a therapy dog for the handicapped. He gave blood 4 times. Now totally blind through cataracts and also has a cancer on his nose. The best dog of all!
Tonks the Rottweiler
Favourite place to snooze:
Mum's bed or the kids bedsFavourite Toy:
Her duckFavourite Treat:
HamFavourite Person:
Mum or the babyNaughtiest trait:
Barking at the postmanComments from the owner:
Tonks loved to play on the park with the children from our estate. The postman also brought her treats
Jasper the Westie
Favourite place to snooze:
SofaFavourite Toy:
Life size look-a-like dog toyFavourite Treat:
ChickenFavourite Person:
JeremyNaughtiest trait:
Stubborn
Tyson the Rottweiler
Favourite place to snooze:
In my dad’s spot on the sofaFavourite Toy:
My squeaky reindeer and big tennis ballFavourite Treat:
Carrots, on my last day I stole one out of the shopping bag when my parents weren’t lookingFavourite Person:
My dadNaughtiest trait:
Talking back to my parentsComments from the owner:
Tyson loved when you scratched his bum, he would do an excited stomp and growl while you did. He would also lick doorframes if he was shut out of a room, we think he was trying to lick the door until it dissolved and he could get in. He couldn’t do anything without someone holding his paw, and the paw holding was not optional. Everyone who met him adored him and he was the best boy in the whole world.
Oakley the GSD x Rottweiler
Favourite place to snooze:
Spread out in the sun in the garden, or on the sofaFavourite Treat:
SteakFavourite Person:
Me, he was very loyalNaughtiest trait:
He wasn't good with people he didn't knowComments from the owner:
He was a working dog till 5yrs - then was our pet. Myself and my children fondly called him 'Oakley Dokley'. He protected me with his life when I was burgled while me and my kids were asleep in bed, and he protected me when a man jumped out at a woods to attack me on a dog walk. Best dog I ever owned and will miss the most.
ZEUS the Staffy bull terrier
Favourite place to snooze:
On me or on people.Favourite Toy:
Antler dog chewsFavourite Treat:
Antler dog chews.. lolFavourite Person:
Me, his DAD.Naughtiest trait:
Jumping up in mornings for cuddles under the covers at stupid o'clockComments from the owner:
He's a loving special boy. Loved everyone. And really saved my life many times..Jess the Mixed breed
Favourite place to snooze:
On my bedFavourite Toy:
Orange ball and laser PenFavourite Person:
MeNaughtiest trait:
Did not like other cats in her gardenComments from the owner:
Jess was a loving, gentle little girl. She never scratched or hurt anyone. She was extremely shy
Lola the Staffordshire Bull
Favourite place to snooze:
The sofaFavourite Toy:
FootballFavourite Treat:
CheeseFavourite Person:
MummyNaughtiest trait:
Steals foodComments from the owner:
The best dog ever
Izzy the French Bulldog
Favourite place to snooze:
Next to mum on the couch, where she would gently rub my head with her nails. I also loved belly rubs.Favourite Toy:
I loved playing with my two sisters and brother, who are chihuahua's. We loved playing silly together and then cuddling on the couch or the big fluffy beanbag.Comments from the owner:
My name is Izzy, but my human mummy and daddy always called me Wizzy. I was a mummy to two beautiful babies - unfortunately one of my babies did not make it. My daughter is now a mummy herself, having two beautiful girls born on the Queen's jubilee. When Dad came home from work, I knew it was tea time, and I would always get a share of Dad's tea with my brother and sisters. I know my human mummy and daddy will miss me, but I am safe and happy with my brother Henry now. We will look out for each other - paw promise.
Pudja (aka Pudding) the EBT x Staffie
Favourite place to snooze:
In the sunshineFavourite Toy:
Rope tugFavourite Treat:
ChickenFavourite Person:
MumNaughtiest trait:
Stealing your foodComments from the owner:
Pudding loved people and kids, he loved to sunbathe, to cuddle up and have tickles on his tummy. He would do mental zoomies around the garden or on the rugs, and give you a goofy smile afterwards. He was the most loving doggo ever…unless you were another dog, or a cat and he would let no birds land in the garden on his watch! He will be greatly missed by everyone who had the pleasure to know him.
Pax the Mixed terrier
Favourite place to snooze:
AnywhereFavourite Toy:
A tennis ballFavourite Treat:
Any thing he shouldn’t haveFavourite Person:
MumNaughtiest trait:
Eating 9 Cadbury’s cream eggs
Sasha the Cavalier king Charles spaniel
Favourite place to snooze:
On our settee next to usFavourite Toy:
She didn't have oneFavourite Treat:
Anything edibleFavourite Person:
Definitely LindaNaughtiest trait:
Didn't have oneComments from the owner:
Sasha was 17 months old when we got her and although we tried to play with her and bought her many toys she just didn't want to play. She was just content to snuggle up to us although she did love her walks.
Stella the Staffordshire bull terrier
Favourite place to snooze:
The big double bed I shared with mummyFavourite Toy:
My millions of teddiesFavourite Treat:
Roast dinnerFavourite Person:
MummyNaughtiest trait:
Chewing up my toys and getting the mess everywhere.Comments from the owner:
Stella was a loving sweet big teddy that loved her cuddles. She wasn’t a morning dog at all she loved staying in bed. She was a crazy dog constantly running around and chasing her own tail. She didn’t let the fact she only had one eye stop her. She will be missed very much but never forgotten.Honey the Husky cross
Favourite place to snooze:
Under my feetFavourite Treat:
My pizza crustsFavourite Person:
The wife ...Naughtiest trait:
NoneComments from the owner:
Honey was just a big soft bear that just loved all the family and loved all the attention .. she will be deeply missed by all the family
Dexter the Boxer
Favourite place to snooze:
The sofaFavourite Toy:
An old scrubbing brushFavourite Treat:
Anything he wasn't supposed to eatFavourite Person:
His running mate, BeauNaughtiest trait:
Rolling in badger pooComments from the owner:
Dexter always greeted his family with a gift in his mouth (not to be touched) and a wiggling bum. We miss that wiggle. He was so sociable to all other dogs and appalled if a dog snarled at him, he couldn't understand how another dog could be so rude. He shared everything, except stones, with his buddy, Beau. They slept together, ate together, played together. Poor Beau is now bereft, as are we. Dexter was so brave, he had both cruciate operated on 8 weeks apart but never limped at all. Stoic to the end. I hope someone learns something from him. Goodbye our Clown Prince.
Frodo Baggins the Domestic shorthair
Favourite place to snooze:
The dogs bedFavourite Toy:
BlanketsFavourite Treat:
MeatFavourite Person:
Mammy or TheoNaughtiest trait:
MischiefComments from the owner:
Such a loving boy. 17 years and he still acted like a kitten.
Dinky the Cross
Favourite place to snooze:
With mumFavourite Toy:
Any toy mum gave meFavourite Treat:
DentasticksFavourite Person:
MumNaughtiest trait:
Barking to make me sit with himComments from the owner:
Dinky was a perfect boy, loved mum (me) with a passion, as a young dog he refused to poo in the garden, he waited for his walk, as an old boy he pooed where he stood. Miss him so much!
Trevor the Domestic shorthair
Favourite place to snooze:
Mum’s chestFavourite Toy:
His own tail!Naughtiest trait:
Not letting anyone else get a cuddle with mum
George the Greyhound
Comments from the owner:
The photo is two 6year olds flashing their smiles for the camera
Harvey the Golden Retiever
Favourite place to snooze:
In a doorwayFavourite Toy:
Orange FoxFavourite Treat:
Cheese BiscuitsFavourite Person:
Our Son in LawNaughtiest trait:
Lying in doorwaysComments from the owner:
We got Harvey as a rehome at 11 months and found out that he had been kept in a shed, so we had some issues with him but with TLC and some training he became a wonderful family friend.
Jep the Fawn Lurcher
Favourite place to snooze:
On the sofaFavourite Toy:
Jep loved to play ball but never fetch, he loved to be chased afterFavourite Treat:
Jep loved cheese and a sneaky slice of pizzaFavourite Person:
Charlie his 5yr old little human. Charlie is Autistic and Jep understood his needsNaughtiest trait:
Would chase cats out of the garden!Comments from the owner:
Jep loved to smile, play and be cuddled. He had a big heart and oozed love and affection. He will be forever missed by his family. I wanted Jep to leave more than broken hearts behind, i have found peace knowing he has contributed to helping treat others.
Puma the Domestic shorthair
Favourite place to snooze:
Our bed or next to the airing cupboard where the warm pipes runFavourite Toy:
Laser penFavourite Treat:
Any kind... Dreamies were a firm favourite, now that she struggles with those, she loves a Lick-e-lix or 5Favourite Person:
She loves us equally but for different reasonsNaughtiest trait:
Just her general catitude, she has it in spadesComments from the owner:
Puma (pronounced Poo-ma) has never been the snuggliest of pumas, we never knew what might have happened before she was rescued but she does enjoy a bedtime snuggle, morning and night and these are the times we will miss her the most
Mr Bojangles the Domestic longhair
Favourite place to snooze:
On my daughters bedFavourite Toy:
Laser penFavourite Treat:
Tin of tunaFavourite Person:
SamNaughtiest trait:
Scratching the sofa
Millie the Staffordshire cross
Favourite place to snooze:
On the sofaFavourite Toy:
Barry the badgerFavourite Treat:
Pigs earsFavourite Person:
MummyNaughtiest trait:
Rummaging in the bin.Comments from the owner:
Millie has such a kind soul and will be so dearly missed.
Barney the Cairn Terrier
Favourite place to snooze:
By the front doorFavourite Toy:
Cuddly dogFavourite Treat:
Pigs earsFavourite Person:
RachelNaughtiest trait:
Stealing food when he could reach it!
Yossi the Bullmastif
Favourite place to snooze:
He loved to sleep in the living room sometimes on the top of the stairsFavourite Toy:
He loved his chicken and crocodile and loved to play ball with his dadFavourite Treat:
Most favourite treat was biscuits but loved human food aswellFavourite Person:
He loved his dad mam and sister kerris and got so excited when he saw his nana with the red carNaughtiest trait:
He barked alot when he saw the postie and window cleanerComments from the owner:
Yossi was a much loved part of our family and we miss him so much he was always 1st at the door to greet any of us for his belly rubbed hope every1 sees our loving pet and reads this with a big smile on their face .
Mabel the Ginger Moggy
Favourite place to snooze:
Mabel loved to lie in the Sunshine, she would sleep outside or on one of our beds upstairs. She loved to cuddle up with us on the bed and sleep, especially up against us.Favourite Toy:
She did not really have a toy, but obviously liked toys with cat nip inside and when she was younger she did run after balls and ribbons. She did like to catch mice and bring them in and for some reason she had an obsession of bringing in leaves during the autumn and letting us know they were there during the night.Favourite Treat:
Butter was her favourite treat.Favourite Person:
She didn't really have a favourite member of the family.Naughtiest trait:
Mabel was a real talker, she would love to chat with us. Due to her accident when she was just 6 months, she got run over and broke her hip with spinal shock, she would be incintienet of urine, especially when asleep which was a real nuisance as we did a lot of cleaning up after her.Comments from the owner:
Mabel was a very affectionate cat, she used to sit on our laps and sleep, she would often chat away to us and we all loved her very much. She deteriorated very quickly and it was a shock to us all when we realised she was so poorly. We all miss her a lot but her brother, Billy, is still with us fitting fit.
Mizzi the Prob pointer x greyhound type
Favourite place to snooze:
sofaFavourite Toy:
her 2 soft furry balls which she carried round like babiesFavourite Treat:
black pudding sausageFavourite Person:
Mummy and daddy equallyNaughtiest trait:
StubbornComments from the owner:
Woke up every morning like she had won the lottery glad to still be in her new life after previous one in Romania
Benji the Rottweiler cross
Favourite place to snooze:
Benji's favorite place to snooze was anywhere as long as he was in the way lolFavourite Toy:
Benji was obsessed with crushing plastic bottles to the point of pestering you for yours when it wasn't even empty, and god forbid if you left it alone in his company because it would not survive till you got back. HaHaFavourite Treat:
Benji loved ChocolateFavourite Person:
Benji's favourite person was who ever he could get to pay attention to him, as long as he got all their attention, then they were his favouriteNaughtiest trait:
Benji's worst trait was that he hated CatsComments from the owner:
Benji was also a master escape artist, door, window, gate, didn't matter if it was open he was gone in a flash
Polly the Greyhound
Comments from the owner:
A Priceless Gift has brought me much comfort. Thank you. The vet asked me to send a quick profile about my puppy so here goes: I was 12 years, 2 weeks and 6 days old when I went to sleep in a beautiful garden. Everyone I ever knew called me 'Smiler', I had 356 different smiles! Sometimes I fluttered my eye lashes at Denzil. I liked chasing helicopters. I hated the rain and sunk instead of swimming. I am not waterproof and need to be wrung out like a sponge if I get wet. I wasn't very good at coming back when I was told. I was a naughty thief and quite greedy! My favourite games (with Annabel) were 'Feet' (stuffing all my feet in my mouth at once, tail too while I wriggled on my back laughing) and 'Snappy Face'! (Which I also thought was hilarious). My favourite game (with Denz) was 'Tuggy' when I used to go crazy. I hated all cats (except a little black one called Giblem). I hope I can help other puppies. Thanks again.Max the Labrador
Comments from the owner:
Max had a little brain but a big heart, he enjoyed people, walks and food
Bully the Border collie cross
Favourite place to snooze:
In front of fire placeFavourite Toy:
NoneFavourite Treat:
Dentastix and sizzlersFavourite Person:
MummyNaughtiest trait:
Stealing foodComments from the owner:
Bully was an adorable friendly dog who has been in the family since he was born in Ireland he then came to us from my mum and we have had him 10 years of his life and I have enjoyed everyday I have had with him xx
Pip the Jack Russell
Favourite place to snooze:
Usually at the end of our bed when he was poorly In his fluffy bed.Favourite Toy:
Tennis ballFavourite Treat:
CheeseburgerFavourite Person:
MummyNaughtiest trait:
Giving puppy eyes for more treatsComments from the owner:
Pip was a loyal and loving part of our family for 10 years, we will miss his cheeky ways and loving cuddles.Coco the Cat
Comments from the owner:
Coco arrived at our house with her brother, at the time she was a shy, reserved kitten. As she was many shades of chocolate, she was given a chocolate themed name. Once Coco came out of her shell, she was a true tortoise, she did not engage with me for about 6 months after our youngest was born and didn’t want anything to do with the youngest for about 6 years. You always knew when she had had enough petting, by a well placed nip Coco was definitely the boss of our multi-cat household and when our rescue dog (lab X) joined the family 5 years ago, Coco quickly showed her who the boss was. This was repeated on the arrival at of our second dog, a lab, and with all the dogs who came round for play dates or to stay over.
Monte the Doberman
Favourite place to snooze:
On the bedFavourite Toy:
Mike the Monkey, Ray the Reptile, Kevin the Christmas CarrotFavourite Treat:
Sausages... but pretty much anything!!!Favourite Person:
Whoever would fuss him!Naughtiest trait:
Passing wind!!!Comments from the owner:
Monte's personality centered around love and affection, he would always come to greet you as you walked through the front door with one of his many toys, which no matter how bad your day was, would guarantee to make you smile and happy to see everyone’s favourite family member.
Kali (Brightstar Fizz) the Flatcoated Retriever
Favourite place to snooze:
On the sofaFavourite Toy:
Tennis ballFavourite Treat:
Everything, especially chicken piecesFavourite Person:
All the family, especially OrlandoNaughtiest trait:
Stealing food from surfacesComments from the owner:
Kali was a very beautiful, kind, personable, gentle responsive dog. A joy to be with.
Cooper the Labrador
Comments from the owner:
This is the gorgeous Cooper, affectionately known as Coopey-poop. After a bit of a shady unknown start in life he came to live with us and has enjoyed months of being a loved part of our family. Cooper enjoyed going to the beach, although he was terrified of the water! He loved playing with his enrichment toys and going for long walks with his football. Unfortunately Cooper’s behaviour issues became too much and he didn’t seem to know himself at times anymore. The decision was sadly made to put him to sleep but he will be greatly missed.Alfie the King Charles Spaniel
Favourite place to snooze:
On his chair by the windowFavourite Toy:
Cuddly TiggerFavourite Treat:
AnythingFavourite Person:
MeNaughtiest trait:
Barking at postman and window cleanersComments from the owner:
He hated cats but was the most loving & adorable little boy
TIP the GREYHOUND
Favourite Treat:
His best friend was PeggyComments from the owner:
He has been a faithful dog to us and our other dog, Peggy. 9 years of a good life after being rescued. People always said what a handsome boy he was and he will be sadly missed by all those who knew himBryher the Springer Spaniel
Favourite Toy:
He would almost combust with excitement whenever he put up a pheasant but never made a sound, however, he always yelped when he started to chase a dear.Favourite Treat:
Bryher had a strange addiction for dentastixs, he would mark the drawer they were kept in until he was given one!Favourite Person:
Caitlin and Lydia spent hours with Bryher over many summer holidays, and he became a massive part of their childhoodNaughtiest trait:
He proved to be a very attentive companion for everyone, especially pheasants, partridge and the occasional deer (who he loved to chase).Comments from the owner:
On every walk he would always find a puddle to lie in
Ralf the Labrador (black)
Favourite place to snooze:
SofaFavourite Toy:
BallFavourite Treat:
Anything tasty!Favourite Person:
MumNaughtiest trait:
Chewing when he was a pup!Comments from the owner:
He was such a dear soul who loved balls, his humans & life
Milo the Terrier
Favourite place to snooze:
Our handsome pup had a gentle and kind heart and gave us all comfort in times of upset.Favourite Toy:
Milo loved to play fight with our cat ollie and especially loved the attention we all gave himFavourite Treat:
Our puppy milo loves to eat carrots, toast, cheese and especially the remaining of yoghurt pots!Favourite Person:
We loved to take him out on long walks down the field and he loved to run around with all his friends in the parkComments from the owner:
We will always remember the first day we met him when he was perched up on his back legs praying at us, and he has done it ever since