8 little heartbeats need help!
Another difficult post… A very nice lady who rescued the mom and has done everything humanly possible to save the puppies and the mom. Including giving them mange medication, deworming and quality food. She asked SPCA for support. SPCA advised her to take them all to the pound. We vaccinated the eight little bubs and the mom now, microchipped, each puppy had a comprehensive vet check and will continue the treatment in the following weeks. It’s expensive, it’s heartbreaking, but they will be fine: even if the agency supposed to look after “sick and injured” slammed the door shut again.…
Keep readingNoire
Let us introduce puppy Noire (“black” in French), a sweetheart rescue born early December. Noire is a sighthound x lab, and she was one of the puppies who went through a major parvo outbreak early January and kicked parvo to the curb. We believe her litter was contaminated and incubating before being vaccinated and brought on site. Noire is the sweetest puppy possible, loves people, loves affection and she is very food motivated, true to the lab nature. She has a great attention span, and she is a gentle and intelligent girl, extensively socialized with puppies from different litters and…
Keep readingRex found his amazing people!!
We are thrilled to announce that REX was adopted this morning by an amazing family as an only spoiled boy with a dad, mom and teenagers to keep him active!!!! His dad had a VERY long drive to see his boy and took him home early morning!!! We wish Rex and fam all the best, an unbreakable bond and many amazing years ahead!
Keep readingBenjamin found his awesome family today!
Benjamin just found his awesome family today!!!! He will be a very spoiled boy living by the beach in Waihi as a single pet with his people who absolutely adore him!!!! Ben will go home tomorrow!! We are sure they will build an unbreakable bond and we wish them amazing moments together for many years to come!
Keep readingBash found his family in less than 24h!
We’re so thrilled to announce that Bash has found his awesome people – less than 24h after arriving at JDC!!! It was definitely meant to be!! His fam met him yesterday and instantly fell in love, and his dad came to pick this awesome boy up early this morning!!! Bash waited impatiently, jumped straight in the car and covered his human with kisses!!! We’re so happy to see him on his way to an awesome life, and we wish Bash and family many fantastic adventures together!!!!
Keep readingTommy found his fantastic people!
We are overjoyed to announce that little Tommy has found his fantastic family in Akl, with a very kind – and stunning – older sister, and he is already a very spoiled little chap! We are very happy for them, and we wish them countless moments of joy for many years to come!!!
Keep readingAisha has found her awesome people!
We’re thrilled to announce that Aisha has found her awesome family in Auckland!!! Her person picked her up yesterday, and it was love at first sight from both sides — a truly heartwarming moment with joy and excitement! The bond they formed instantly was palpable, and it’s clear they were meant to be together. We’re overjoyed for them and wish them happiness for many years to come as they start this wonderful new chapter in their lives, filled with adventures, love, and cherished memories. Aisha is sure to bring endless happiness and companionship to her new family, and we can’t…
Keep readingDiamond
Advertising on Behalf: DIAMOND Diamond is registered, neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. Owner’s message: “Diamond is just a couple months over 1 years old. Size: small / medium Temperament: Diamond goes on pack walks. He would bark at stranger dogs. Diamond is a beautiful boy, loves kids, super soft gentle and cuddly. He is truely an AMAZING BOY. Where we live is a dog walking area as the bank is very close People would walk past with their dog and stop at our gate. There dog would be going nuts at diamond – diamond wouldn’t react. People would hang over the…
Keep readingTommy
Tommy is an adorable sighthound x small boy, around 11 weeks old. He faced a challenging beginning when he developed parvovirus shortly after his first vaccination. Tragically, we lost his identical brother, but Tommy is a resilient little fighter who has bravely overcome this tough hurdle! He bounced back swiftly and without any lasting effects, proving just how strong he truly is. Tommy is very people oriented, affectionate and very gentle with other pups. He maintains a very good eye contact, and he is very food motivated. He is a rather quiet and very respectful guy, and we have no…
Keep readingBenjamin
Please let us introduce Benjamin! 🙂Benjamin is a sighthound x, 11 weeks, and he is a true character! He was one of the firsts puppies to have parvo symptoms on site back in early January, after being vaccinated just 7 days prior. He is a very talkative boy (he doesn’t bark much but he likes to have long meaningful conversations with you 😄 and always has something to say) so when we have heard him commenting, we knew he was going to be fine!!Benjamin is about 10 weeks old and is best friend with his little “mini-me,” Tommy. This special…
Keep readingArabella
Let us introduce Arabella – “our little nurse”. Arabella is a mastiff x girl, born without a paw, which doesn’t slow her down – but that is not her defining feature. What’s truly special about Arabella is her incredible empathy—we’ve never seen anything like it in such a young puppy! Arabella is one of the puppies that went through the parvo outbreak in early January. She never had severe symptoms, bounced back quickly, and every morning would join us around the isolation room to check in and gently comfort any puppies still recovering or feeling weak or upset, with her…
Keep readingAlice is Home!!
Our stunning rescue girl, Alice, has found her truly extraordinary human in Christchurch!!! Her mom flew in the very next day to bring Alice home, where she is now being spoiled beyond belief!!! Alice bravely battled parvo when she was just a tiny puppy, facing insurmountable odds, and we always knew that her future as a beloved pet was worth every ounce of that fight!! We are absolutely overjoyed for Alice and her family, and we wish them a fabulous life together filled with love and adventures!
Keep readingParvovirus Aftermath – Support
In just the past five months, JDC has rehomed over 90 dogs, including urgent cases, and recently saved nine wonderful, vaccinated puppies with parvovirus from certain death. We live by our principle that Every Dog Matters, but the journey hasn’t been easy. Without proper infrastructure support at our current leased site, half the grounds are now cordoned off indefinitely. Parvovirus can survive in soil for up to seven years or more, even after thorough decontamination, posing a risk to new dogs. We know rescuing those nine lives was the right choice, and we’re committed to continue fighting for every life…
Keep readingBuddy found his fantastic family!
We’re thrilled to share that Buddy has found his forever family, where he’ll be showered with love as a cherished pup and spoiled rotten by his adoring siblings – he’s headed home to Auckland! Wishing them a lifetime of happiness, growth, and unbreakable bonds.
Keep readingSimba is on his way home!!!
Update 14.02: This Valentine’s Day, Simba embarked on the heartwarming journey home to Akl with his incredible human, surrounded by a treasure trove of toys and a lifetime of joyful memories waiting to be created! We send them our heartfelt wishes for endless adventures and boundless happiness in the years ahead! ___________________________ Our GOOD BOY Simba found his amazing people who were so emotional about getting ready to welcome him into their home and hearts!!!! Simba will go home in few days, and we will take the happy family photos then – in the meantime we spoil him here as…
Keep readingAzarra went home!!!
We are delighted to announce that Azarra, our mastiff x beauty, has joined her loving family today!!!! Azarra is the first parvo survivor to depart from our care, and the illness was no match for her resilience, as she recovered like a true champion!! With her pure baby blue eyes and striking features, she will undoubtedly turn many heads!!! Her family is overjoyed, and Azarra appears incredibly content, which serves as a poignant reminder of the purpose behind our efforts and the immense value of these precious moments! I am sure many of you remember Happy – he will be…
Keep readingAisha
Meet Aisha, an energetic nearly 3-month-old Border Collie mix who’s already winning hearts! After a tough beginning in a pound, this sweet rescue pup radiates pure joy. Playful, intelligent and people-oriented, Aisha is ready to share her affection in a forever home. She’s had her first vaccine and will soon be microchipped and registered with NZCAR. Want to welcome Aisha into your family? Submit an adoption inquiry and arrange a visit to meet her! We are located in Bay of Plenty and adopt nationwide.
Keep readingJDC Rescue Statement on recent incidents involving our volunteers
We’ve recently heard from our volunteers that former JDC director Paul Michael Norris and his associates are targeting JDC staff, volunteers, visitors, and their families, creating a harassment issue we need to address. As confirmed in December 2025, Paul Norris is no longer representing or associated with JDC. He has been removed as a director and shareholder following several incidents, some involving dog neglect, losing a dog, breaching H&S policies and assault with injuries of a female staff on JDC Rescue premises. The remaining staff took upon themselves Paul Norris duties, and the lost dog has been found safe and…
Keep readingMystery Behind Disposed Parvo Samples: Merck’s Silence
MSD Merck NZ took biological samples from the litters vaccinated with batch 2505003 of the Nobivac Flex DHPPi parvovirus vaccine for testing at Massey labs, then “disposed of” the samples, followed by complete silence. ___________________________ We contacted Merck MSD – NZ branch after the parvo outbreak in a litter of double vaccinated puppies on schedule and a second litter of puppies who had Nobivac live vaccine a week earlier. Theoretically, both litters should’ve been protected: “the onset of immunity is one week after vaccination”. Merck agreed to test biological samples at Massey University lab so we can figure out the…
Keep readingJDC Rescue Statement of Position: Canine Euthanasia
We want to be clear about our stance on the elephant in the room: euthanasia. We don’t support euthanasia for conditions that can be treated or in cases where surgery or palliative care can address pain and maintain a good quality of life. We don’t support behavior-based euthanasia for “rushing,” minor incidents like barking, or as a matter of convenience to address common issues. We are firmly against breed-based euthanasia, or “lack of space” based euthanasia. We support humane, health-based euthanasia as a last resort when no other options are available. This includes terminal illness with no palliative care and…
Keep readingJDC Rescue – Management Board Update
JDC Rescue is honored to formally announce the new members of JDC Rescue Charity Management Board: Officer Name Position Effective Date Logan Bruce Eastham Director 3/02/2026 Neroli Rosanne Harvey Director 3/02/2026 Both of our directors are very dedicated animal enthusiasts and advocates who have demonstrated their unwavering commitment over many years. They’re both integral to JDC Rescue Registered Charity, serving as shareholders and directors. Neroli Rosanne Harvey requires no introduction: she is a powerhouse in the world of animal rescue, a fierce advocate for our beloved canines who has heroically saved countless lives—both directly and indirectly. She wholeheartedly uses her…
Keep readingSPCA Concerns: “Too Reluctant To Euthanize”
Today, JDC Rescue had an unplanned visit from two SPCA inspectors from the Whakatane branch. The visit was prompted by concerns that “JDC Rescue may be too reluctant to euthanize.” When asked to elaborate, the SPCA representative explained that Bay Vets clinic had reported concerns about us not euthanizing, in particular the puppies with parvovirus (vaccinated per schedule, btw). JDC Rescue contacted Bay Vets, the clinic that stood by us wholeheartedly during the parvo outbreak, to clarify the “vet reported concerns.” We work hand in hand with our vets, and without their incredible support, we wouldn’t have nine healthy puppies…
Keep readingAlice
Please let us introduce puppy Alice. She is almost 8 weeks old, a mastiff x, and joined JDC Rescue as an emergency rescue puppy at almost 5 weeks. Alice and her litter went through a parvo outbreak, against all odds, she fought hard and made a full recovery, now thriving—gaining weight and enjoying life as a happy puppy! She’s eager to bond with people, friendly, and well-behaved. Her love for food is a big plus for training, and she has great focus and eye contact. She gets along with puppies and older dogs, though the cat still intimidates her. Alice…
Keep readingAzarra
Azarra is a gorgeous 2-month-old puppy, an emergency rescue now ready for adoption. Born to parents abandoned in the bush, she beat a deadly strain of parvovirus at just 5 weeks old. The biggest and strongest of her litter, she has striking blue eyes that seem far wiser than her age. With a sweet nature and unusually good eye contact for such a young pup, she’s truly one of a kind. A mastiff mix, she’s set to grow into a large, gorgeous dog. Food motivated with a low to medium energy level, she loves people and gets along wonderfully with…
Keep readingJDC Rescue’s Position on Spaying and Neutering Dogs
We’d like to reiterate JDC Rescue’s non-negotiable position: we strongly recommend desexing MATURE dogs WITHOUT health problems that could be aggravated by the procedure, or genetic conditions that might be affected by it (which can be determined through a DNA test). We consider the health of the dog is of outmost importance and we fully support mandatory desexing WITHIN these parameters. Desexing is a major surgery that permanently affects a dog’s bone development and endocrine system, so it’s not something to take lightly. We understand the overpopulation problem all too well—it’s something we face every day—but we’re not willing to…
Keep readingThe Fantastic Crew of Nine
The fantastic puppy crew of nine (who beat Parvo!) are enjoying their well deserved time out For those who missed the updates, we had an outbreak in two isolated, vaccinated litters. The origins are still investigated at Massey (we provided biological samples). We lost an entire litter of three within the first 48 hours— three three-month-old pups with two vaccines, the third due in two weeks—and a small eight-week-old pup with one vaccine. They tested positive for parvo despite showing minimal or no GI symptoms and received medical care. The vet suspects at least one case was the cardiac form,…
Keep readingExciting Changes Ahead
No need for further updates— but we just want to brag again: all the babes are safe and sound! The parvo puppies had a lot of playtime in their beloved puppy area outside, having earned the right to enjoy it again! 🙂 The R2 residents just wrapped up their evening fun in the run, while the JDC team peeked over the fence from Run 1. Also, Biggie is doing fantastic, using all four legs! As a dark chapter comes to a close, we can either tuck it away in a quiet corner of the heart or draw strength from it.…
Keep readingPhattie 7 went home!
Phattie 7 joined his awesome Akl family today after they had been waiting quite a while for him! JDC phone was flat so I couldn’t take any photos, but his family promised to send some we can share. Phattie is sure to be very spoiled, with the beach right at his doorstep! His people have plenty of experience with beardies, and he’ll also have a little Staffy best friend to keep him company! Phattie was a bit puzzled about what was happening and why he was in a car, but he brightened up quickly! Wishing his wonderful family all the…
Keep readingArrow went home!
We’re so thrilled for Arrow! The lockdown ended, so her family from North Auckland was able pick up their lively girlie, who was more than ready to be done with all the restrictions! Arrow was part of Run 2, which remained unaffected. Now this joyful beautiful pup is finally off to begin her big life adventure with her amazing humans! Wishing them endless happiness and joy ahead!
Keep readingLockdown Lifted – We are Open for Adoptions
We’re happy to announce that JDC Rescue is out of Parvovirus lockdown! The lockdown was put in place after a Parvo outbreak emerged in early January from a new litter of five puppies, seven weeks old, who were vaccinated upon arrival. These puppies were kept separate from a younger litter of five five-week-old puppies but were allowed to interact with other vaccinated puppies. They were also kept apart from adult dogs, volunteers, and visitors. In a chain of events still under investigation, the most severe cases appeared suddenly with neurological symptoms, affecting the Three Little Ladies, who were double vaccinated…
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