Gertie

Breed: Olde English Bulldog 

Age:  1.5 yrs. old

Sex: Female 

Weight: 35 lbs.

8/29/2024 Update: 

Gertie was ADOPTED!!!! We are so happy to announce that Ms. G has found her forever home. 

Gertie joined the No Borders Bulldog Rescue as an owner surrender.   While Gertie was only a year and half old, the early part of her life was not the best. Gertie was initially found as a stray by a bulldog breeder, and they were sure she had been dumped and thought she was pregnant.   Due to the fact that she was possibly pregnant they decided that they would keep her (and sell the puppies).   Well, when the breeder found out that Gertie wasn’t pregnant, they no longer wanted her and dumped her at a vet’s office.  The office staff didn’t want Gertie to be euthanized so they started the process of finding a forever home for her.   They contacted a family that currently had a Frenchie and asked if they would be interested in expanding their family.  They were definitely interested and took Gertie in as their newest family member.  The family got her spayed, got her vaccinated and began her heartworm preventative.   They took Gertie home and began introductions to the resident Frenchie.   While the family’s intentions were to expand their family by one, the Frenchie had other plans.  It was a resounding “no thank you” from the Frenchie.  Things started off bad and got progressively worse, so bad that it escalated to attacks on Gertie for no reason.  Worried for the safety of both pups (especially Gertie) they contacted NBBR and asked if we would take Gertie and help find her a new better suited forever home. Gertie’s first stop was the clinic to do a quick physical exam to ensure that there was nothing needed before she headed to her foster home.   

While Gertie is a true sweetheart to everyone she meets, she is timid at first and appears to have a sweet spot for women vs. men.   This isn’t to say that she doesn’t like the guys, but she is slower to warm up to the men.   This probably means that sometime in her life she had a less than great experience with a man and has built up a wall where she is very cautious until that particular guy passes “the trust test”. Once that happens, its ON, kisses, butt wiggle for everyone.   When Gert joined her foster family there were already two divas in the house.   We won’t lie, there were a few “discussions” between the ladies.  The discussions became fewer and fewer and finally everyone settled in.   After settling in Gert began working her magic on her foster parents.  Unfortunately,  while her foster family loved her, they felt that three permanent resident dogs was just too much.   Since Gertie has a very distinctive look, she was consistently overlooked by potential adopters.   Not to fear, her foster parents kept loving her and spoiling her rotten.  

Then one day things changed. The entire family lost one of the divas.   She was a NBBR alumna as well so not only did Gertie’s family suffer the loss, everyone at NBBR that had met her were grieving.  After a couple of months of mourning Gertie’s family decided that the best way to honor the loss of their beloved Mae, they would open their hearts again and adopt Gertie.  (News flash….. Gert already knew she was home, but that is another discussion.) Since Gertie had already been with her family for an extended time and they loved her and she loved her remaining sister, they made it official.   This is so bittersweet in that the family had to deal with their loss but is a very happy occasion in the adoption. Congratulations to the entire family, we could not be happier.   Thank you for opening your hearts AGAIN to a “rescue” dog and giving Gertie the second chance that she so deserves.

1/24/2024 Update:

Helllllo Frennnds!

Purty Gurty here, just checking in to say, I’m ready for warmer weather & NBBR Events to start back up!!!!  

I do not like the cold or rain 🌧️. Have you ever tried taking care of business 💩 outside in this weather?!? It’s definitely not for me! I like the sun shining in my face, not ice cold wind 🌬️! So lately I’ve been spending my days next to the fireplace with foster mom….she loathes the cold too! So for now she’s my resident cuddle buddy! Hope y’all come out to the NBBR events & request to meet me! If my beautiful face don’t win you over, my charming personality will🥰😌 🐾 🫶🏽

Love Always, 

Purty Gertie 

12/24/2023 Update:

Hello, my name is Purty Gertie, & I’ve been a very good girl this year! In fact, I’ve been nosing around in the fireplace looking for Santa 🎅🏻 so I could ask him to bring me my furever family🥰

10/24/2023 Update:

Hello freeends!

Purty Gertie here, just wanted to give you an update of what’s going on in my purty world! I’ve been enjoying all the trips around the neighborhood with my fur foster sister, Silly Millie.  I enjoy outdoor time, especially when I get to explore the neighborhood, & get to take in all the new smells🥰 🐾 

For those of you interested in setting up a meet & Gertie Greet, here are a few things on my must have list for my furever family…I need lots of love & attention! I want to be included in your life, I’ll even follow you to the bathroom if you let me😁 I like kids, but I also like to jump & give kisses, so probably 7 & older age kids are best. A cat free home, cause I don’t know any better, & think cats are for chasing😬. I’ve already made myself comfortable on the couch, & occasionally the bed, so if you have a “no fur babes on furniture” rule, this habit probably can’t be broke💜. Other than that, I’m an easy going gal, seeking a loving family that will dote on me, & tell me how purty I am🥰 

If you think we are the perfect match, please submit an application, I’d love to meet you in person😍

7/18/2023 Update: 

Hiiiiii Frends!!!

Purty Gertie here, just wanting to wish all my favorite Gertie fans, a Happy 4th of July!!! 🇺🇸💥 My fur sister doesn’t like all the bangs & loud noises. She barks a lot & hides under the bed. Foster mom told me all the loud noises are called fireworks 💥!  It makes me sad to see my fur sister get all worked up, so I follow her around & try to protect her from all the booms. I’m very loyal to the people & furs that I love. Are you looking for a cuddle muffin that will be the most loyal soul you’ve ever met?!? Then I’m your gal! For better or worse, I’ll never leave your side. I’ll snuggle you when you’re sick, I’ll protect your house from intruders, & I’ll be your most favorite travel companion 🥰 & guess what?!? I’m even cuter in person🤯😍 I know, how could I be any more adorable????!!! Well, it’s true! Want to see my precious mug in person?!? Just put in an application & say you want a Meet & Gertie Greet!!!🤗🤗 If you’re lucky, I’ll even show you my happy dance 🐾 🐾 🩷

Love, slobber, & hugs, 

Purty Gertie🩷

7/3/2023 Update:

Hiiiiii Frends!!!

Purty Gertie here, just wanting to wish all my favorite Gertie fans, a Happy 4th of July!!! 🇺🇸💥 My fur sister doesn’t like all the bangs & loud noises. She barks a lot & hides under the bed. Foster mom told me all the loud noises are called fireworks 💥!  It makes me sad to see my fur sister get all worked up, so I follow her around & try to protect her from all the booms. I’m very loyal to the people & furs that I love. Are you looking for a cuddle muffin that will be the most loyal soul you’ve ever met?!? Then I’m your gal! For better or worse, I’ll never leave your side. I’ll snuggle you when you’re sick, I’ll protect your house from intruders, & I’ll be your most favorite travel companion 🥰 & guess what?!? I’m even cuter in person🤯😍 I know, how could I be any more adorable????!!! Well, it’s true! Want to see my precious mug in person?!? Just put in an application & say you want a Meet & Gertie Greet!!!🤗🤗 If you’re lucky, I’ll even show you my happy dance 🐾 🐾 🩷

Love, slobber, & hugs,

Purty Gertie🩷

6/19/2023 Update:

Hello Freeeends! 

6/12/2023 Update:

Hi Freeends!!! 👋🏻🐾

5/29/2023 Update;

Hi freeends!!!!

Purty Gertie here, just checking in & bringing joy to your week, by posting purty pics of me, doing Gertie things. Hope y’all have a great & safe Memorial Day weekend 🇺🇸 I’m hoping the weather holds up so I can be outside & hang out with my fur sisters 🐾 I just love outdoor time🤗 There’s a dog that lives next door & his bark is so funny, foster mom says this dog is a beagle 🤔 He must sound different cause he has a larger nose than me. But I really like talking to him from the other side of the fence….he typically has a lot more to say than I do, but he’s still fun to talk to.  I’m pretty sure I’m fluent in beagle now 🐾 

Not sure if y’all have any fun summer plans, but if you do, I hope they include me! 🤗🐾🩷 I would love for someone to set up a meet & Gertie Greet. I’m looking for a family that will include me in daily activities. I have more energy than most bullies, so I’m always up for adventures, but when you’re ready for couch time, I’m your number 1 snuggle buddy. 🥰 

If there’s any specific questions you have for me, comment below ⬇️ or at least give my post some love…. ❤️👍🏽🥰 

Love Always,

Purty Gertie🐾

5/2/2023 Update:

Gess wat??? I at Frens house!

So here wat happen.  Foster mom acting weird all week and pull out dis box thing she put her clothes in.  I nervous cause I not know wat she doin.  Then she pack up some of my stuff and we go in de car.  Oh No! Wat happening! Then we get to Doctor place that smell like lots of dogs and weird stuff.  Next thing I know I in the metal cage thing and Foster Mom leave! Wat de heck! 

So I sleeps there for ever and ever (ok maybe only one night) and den the ladies walk me out and I sees a lady I pretty sure I know. Oh yea, I sees her every time we get together with the other bulldogs! Next thing I knows she puttin me in de car!  What going on? So we drives and den we at a house I never sees before.  Guess wat!!!??? Dey other dogs here and I knows them! It de dogs the lady always bring to the bulldog get togethers!  They not too sure why I at their house at first but we sniffs and pees and sniffs and pee and then they know it all ok. 

And guess wat else? They have lots of toys!  I love toys!! I still not to bottom of de bin but I am trying!  I like picking toys and tossing it around and shaking it and then biting it and then I go pick another one and start all over!

I makes sure I follow new lady every where she goes and shows her my face so she can give me rubs and scratches.  If she get up and walk I follow her to sees what she doin.  

Last night we all gets tired and lady lets me up in bed and we all sleeps together. It took me a few minutes to find spot of bed my new Frens not want but soon we all sleeping.  Next thing I know it morning and time to get up!  I so excited!! Time to eat!!! I loves my food so much!!!  Lady laugh and say I “inhale” my food.  Wat can I say? I is hungry! 

That night I gets to go in car again and we goes to another house! I gettin to go so many places! They’re another new fren there! She so excited to see me and runs around wit her huge ears flopping.  We watches a movie but I so tired from all de play that I curls up next to Lady and bury my nose next to her.  When we goes back to lady’s house I so tired and goes to sleep right away.  

I gets to stay a couple of days and den Lady takes me back to Doctor place and dey gives me my shots and pokes and feels me. Next thing I know day walks me out and my Foster Mom there!!! I so happy to see her!

Well, that’s my exciting week! Wat you doin??

4/2/2023 Update:

Hi Freends!

Purty Gertie checking in to give all my followers, fun Gertie updates. 2 weeks ago, NBBR Alumni, Nelson came to stay with us for a few days, while his mom was on a work trip! We played from sun up to sun down, frolicking in the yard together & playing tug-a-war with my favorite rope toy. He definitely has more energy than my foster seesters! 

I also wanted to give y’all updated pics of my Purty Gertie face🥰 I hope they bring joy to your day….& if you’re looking for permanent joy, put in an application to make me furever yours💜🐾 I’m always up for playtime, but I especially love snuggles, which is a huge step for me, cause I use to be timid, especially around men. But now I love everyone I meet!😍🐾 If you need proof, set up a meet & Gertie Greet, & I’ll prove to you what a loving soul I am💜🐾.

Whelp off to enjoy this beautiful weather ☀️

Love 💗,

Purty Gertie 🐾

3/5/2023 Update:

Hello Freends!!

Purty Gertie, here!  Hope y’all had an amazing weekend! The weather was beautiful  for our first NBBR event this year ☀️🐾💜

I had so much fun! I even got to meet the newest foster to NBBR. He was quite a handsome lad & he thought I was something special too! He kept kissing my face & saying how Purty I was🥰🐾 Maybe he will even ask me to be his girlfriend….I’ll keep y’all updated😉 🤞🏽

I also got loved on by a lot of humans. Aside from getting compliments on how cute I am, I also had a lot of people saying I’m so much smaller in person💜🐾 I guess my pictures look like my personality….larger than life🥰 but in reality I’m very pint sized! So if you happened to think I may be to large for your family, I’m actually quite small…smaller than your average bully🫶🏽 & I’m happy to report, I did very well with the small humans. I love to jump to show people my love, but I try to remember to be gentle with the little ones.  I just loved all the attention🤗 

While foster mom was soaking up the sun☀️, I was soaking up all the love 💕.  If you want to meet me for a one on one date, just fill out the NBBR adoption application online & put that you want a Meet & Greet, with yours truly, Purty Gertie!! I’m still waiting for that perfect family that will sweep me off my sweet Gertie feet 🐾!  & stay tuned for all our future NBBR events! Even if you’re not wanting to adopt, you can purchase items at our mini bully shop! There’s fun tees, hats, signs, koozies, etc! 🤗🐾💜

Much Love ❤️,

Purty Gertie 🐾💕

2/19/2023 Update:

Hello NBBR Freends!

Purty Gertie here! 🐾💜 Just dropping in to give y’all an update. I survived that horrible ice storm, but man, I was going stir crazy! I enjoy my outdoor time & walks, & none of that was able to happen😞Luckily, the minute the ice melted, my foster parents were able to take me around the neighborhood. 

I’m so ready for spring, & getting to do more outdoor activities & get to attend more NBBR events 🤗  I feel once one of you meets me in person, you’ll want to make me furever yours🥰💜. In the meantime, foster mom said it was time for a photo shoot & for me to take some beautiful updated headshot’s ❤️! Hope you enjoy, & think I’m Purty🥰

Xoxo 💋 

Purty Gertie

1/10/2023 Update:

Purty Gertie here, wanting to wish everyone a Happy New Year 🎊 Not sure if any of y’all made any resolutions, but if your resolution was to make a difference, you should really consider fostering….or adopting (pick me!! Wink, wink😉). Volunteering for a local animal rescue is such a rewarding experience….& you get to help pups in need…such as myself 🥰🐾🫶🏽💜. Trust me, dogs like us, don’t need or ask for much. We just want a loving home, playtime, meals, & an occasional treat. Another great thing about fostering, is that you don’t have to pay for the vet bills. All you are out of pocket for is food & toys! It’s such a great way to make a positive impact, & not drain your pocketbook….. aaaaaaand, You get unlimited love & snuggles from your foster pup🥰🐾 I have to say, from my personal experience, foster care is the best thing that has ever happened to me. Only thing that would be better, is for a loving family to make me furever theirs🥰 

I hope someone reads this & it inspires you to make a difference! 🫶🏽💜🐾. 

Love Always 💜🐾, 

Purty Gertie 

12/5/2022 Update:

Hello Freends!

Purty Gertie here, just checking in. Not sure if y’all know, but foster mom said, “Santa Paws is coming to town🤗❤️ 🐾 ” Not totally sure who this “Paws” fella is, but apparently he has magical powers, comes down chimneys, & helps dreams come true!😮“

I hope he knows that I’m a good guard dog, & if he comes down the chimney, without notice, we may have issues! I love my foster family & I make sure to keep their house safe from intruders. Also, if he makes dreams come true, I’ve been dreaming of my furever family! 💤🥰 & I sure hope he brings us together this Christmas. All I can tell you is they are super kind, they love snuggles (which is good, cause I LOVE giving Gertie kisses), & they have been dreaming of meeting me too🥰💜🫶🏽🐾. Im hoping they see my post, & me in my Purty Christmas sweater, & ask for a Gertie Meet & Greet!🤩 

Welp, I’m gonna go take a nap, & have dreams of sugar plums & my furever family dancing in my head!

Peace, Joy, & Love 💗,

Purty Gertie 🐾🫶🏽

11/14/2022 Update: 

Hello Bulldog Fam!

Purty Gertie here🐾 With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, I wanted to share what I am thankful for. I’m so very thankful for NBBR taking me in, so I didn’t end up on the streets or puppy jail (aka, the pound). I’m grateful to my foster fam, for giving me a loving home, with plenty of treats & toys. I’m thankful for my fur sisters…most of the time 😉🐾. I’m also glad I no longer have a fear of men. In fact I LOVE cuddling with foster dad. & also I’m super happy I got to meet foster grandmaw & grandpaw this past weekend! I loved all the free pets, lovins’ & snuggles 🥰 

Not sure if anyone has the winter blues, but I promise you’ll never feel sad when I’m around. I know how to make my hoomans feel loved! If you want to make my dreams come true, please look into a meet & Gertie greet, & get to know me better. If you have other fur children or kids, not a problem! Just bring them with you so I can meet them. I’m confident I can get along with Purty much anyone, but it’s always good to make sure we all click💜 Whelp, that’s it for now! If there’s anything you’re grateful for, I’d love to hear it! Just drop your thankful thoughts below ⬇️💜🐾🐾🫶🏽

10/31/2022 Update:

9/5/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie here, reporting for my check in! Hope y’all are having a relaxing Labor Day! I’m going to spend my day watching TV & hoping foster mom shares her popcorn with me 😋 I just love snacks….& eating in general. If you decide to make me furever yours, you’ll be able to see me do my dinner time happy dance 🤗 Did I mention how much I love food? 💜 It makes my bully belly dance with joy 🤩  🐾 I even know the word “gentle”, which means when you’re hand feeding me a snack, to nibble gently & not bite the hooman hand that is feeding me. I listen very well…..most of the time. 🐶  I still look out the window EVERY DAY to see if you’re coming for me yet! I promise when you see me, you’ll love me, as much as I already love you 🥰

Bye for now, 

Purty Gertie 🐾💜

8/1/2022 Update:

Hello freeeeends!!!

Purty Gertie here, giving more updates on my summer! Lately it’s been a lot of indoor time. I prefer basking under the summer sun, but the grownups say it’s too hot for us to be outside for too long. They’ve also been talking about Fall & something called Halloween 🎃. Apparently on this thing called Halloween, you dress up & get treats! Other than snuggles, treats are my absolute favorite thing🥰, so I think I’ll like this Halloween thing.

Foster mom says she wants to dress me up as Scrappy-Doo….apparently I’m a spitting image of this fella🧐 But hoping I get adopted before Halloween & get to spend it with my furever family🥰 If you’re looking for a snuggle buddy that will give you unconditional love, I’m the pup for you!!! I promise my kisses will melt your heart 💜 

Love,

Purty Gertie

7/18/2022 Update:

Hello freeends!!!

Purty Gertie here, wondering where the heck the weekend went🤯 Hope y’all have a good week & stay hydrated! Foster mom & dad told me outdoor shenanigans have to be limited due to the sun! I dunno who this sun guy is, but you’re ruining my outdoor fun & walks! ☹️ 🐾  So if anyone sees this “sun guy”, tell him Purty Gertie ain’t happy with him right now! Also the guy on TV said to stay indoors & hydrated, so I know it’s serious! 

Are you looking for an indoor cuddle buddy during extreme weather? & a fun outdoor playmate with endless energy when the weather cooperates??? Well, look no further! I’m your perfect match!!! I can be zen & cuddly or have endless amounts of energy. My temperament typically mirrors yours, so you’ll have a buddy no matter how you’re feeling 🤗

Anywho, it’s time for me to visit my hydration station!!! Y’all stay cool out there!😘 💦 

Love Always,

Purty Gertie 

7/4/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie here🐾, wishing everyone a Happy & Safe 4th of July 🇺🇸💥 Hope y’all had a nice relaxing day celebrating with friends & family! & to all my furry friends that don’t like the pops & bangs 💥, sending y’all comforting hugs 🥰. 

Next year I’m hoping to watch the fireworks 💥 with my furever family, …..still searching for my perfect match!💜🐾 Just a reminder of the top 3 things in looking for in my furever fam:

🐾I want to be included in family activities. 

🐾I enjoy snuggles & love being loved on🥰…..& I’m return, I promise to love on you.

🐾I prefer to be able to roam, so if you’re home, I want to be out of the crate so I can tag along & see what you’re up too🤗 

Whelp, if you think you’re a good match, be sure to go online & fill out a form for a Meet & Gertie Greet!! I’ll post the link below ⬇️ 

https://www.nobordersbulldogrescue.org/

Time for some fun in the sun ☀️ My foster parents are setting up the doggy pool today, so time to get my paws 🐾 wet🤗

Love Always💜🐾, 

Purty Gertie 

6/27/2022 Update:

6/13/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie here, reporting from my foster home💜!

Hope y’all had a great weekend! I don’t know about y’all, but I’m wishing Texas would cool down a bit! It’s really effecting my outdoor time 🥵🐾 Also wishing someone out there sees my post & falls in love with my Purty face & wants to make me their furever🥰 I’m more active than most bully’s. So if you love the bully breed, but are wanting a more active dog, I’m your gal🤗. I have a lot of energy for playtime, but will also be your perfect cuddle buddy!!! I give the best cuddles 🥰 & kisses 😘!!! I would thrive being in an only dog home, cause I just love attention & being doted on🐾💜.  So if your looking for a furever fur mate, look no further than my Purty face😁! I’m ready for a Gertie meet & greet!!!  I’ll bring the love, if you bring the application 💜🐾

Love Always,

Gertie 💜🐾

5/31/2022 Update:

4/18/2022 Update:

🐾Hey there world, My name is Gertie! My foster family says I’m oh so Purty! I’m sweet, cuddly, & flirty! 

If you wanna add me to your loving family, You’ll have me barking wahoo-whoopee 🎉 🐾💜🤗

4/11/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie here, reporting for my weekly check in💜🐾 I had a wonderful & relaxing weekend. I even got to take an adventure to a place they call Home Depot. I was surrounded by so many wonderful smelling plants 🌱 🌺 & a ton of people. My favorite people to see were the humans that were close to the ground like me…Foster Mom & Dad called them “kids”….I guess that’s what fun, small, energetic humans are called🤷🏼‍♀️ I don’t have any of these humans living with me, so I was quite intrigued by these tiny people. They have lots of energy like me!!!🤗🐾 I also discovered a love for ice water. I like to bob for the ice cubes 🧊 in my water bowl like I’m bobbing for apples. It’s such a great refreshing treat in the hot spring sun. Speaking of fun treats….have you ever tried crane flies??? They are DELICIOUS 🤤 They’re like flying air treats. What a great under rated delicacy😋 Anywho, it’s time for cuddle time on the couch! Hope to meet my furever family soon! Much love, Purty Gertie 💜🐾

3/28/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie here, reporting for my weekly check in💜🐾 I had a wonderful & relaxing weekend. I even got to take an adventure to a place they call Home Depot. I was surrounded by so many wonderful smelling plants 🌱 🌺 & a ton of people. My favorite people to see were the humans that were close to the ground like me…Foster Mom & Dad called them “kids”….I guess that’s what fun, small, energetic humans are called🤷🏼‍♀️ I don’t have any of these humans living with me, so I was quite intrigued by these tiny people. They have lots of energy like me!!!🤗🐾 I also discovered a love for ice water. I like to bob for the ice cubes 🧊 in my water bowl like I’m bobbing for apples. It’s such a great refreshing treat in the hot spring sun. Speaking of fun treats….have you ever tried crane flies??? They are DELICIOUS 🤤 They’re like flying air treats. What a great under rated delicacy😋 Anywho, it’s time for cuddle time on the couch! Hope to meet my furever family soon! Much love, Purty Gertie 💜🐾

3/21/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie reporting for my weekly check-in🐾💜

I went to the NBBR event at Funky Picnic Brewery, & met so many fun friends. Everyone was telling me how Purty I am & that I was such a good girl🥰 I’m hoping one of the amazing families I met will reach out & set up a Meet & Gertie Greet with me💜🐾 I’m very good with children & haven’t met a dog I don’t like. All I ask is that you pamper me with love & attention. If you aren’t home a lot, that would break my Purty Gertie heart 💔, so I definitely need a family that wants to include me in their daily affairs! I love outdoor time, walks, & I’m also always down for snuggles on the couch. So if you’re looking for a non aggressive, lovable companion, I’m your gal! Welp, bye for now! The sunshine ☀️ is calling my name….

Love Always,

Purty Gertie 💜🐾

2/7/2022 Update:

Hi friends! Purty Gertie with my weekly check in💜 🐾. Hope y’all didn’t freeze during the ice storm. Don’t know about you, but I’m personally a fan of sunshine☀️ I wish I had an indoor bathroom like FM & FD…I do NOT enjoy taking care of business in the snow.❄️ But when the sun came out on Sunday & melted most of the ice, I got to go on a walk around the neighborhood with foster sister, Silly Millie🐾. I’m super sweet & purty, so I just know I’m gonna find my furever home soon! I’m a great cuddler, LOVE couch time, but also love outdoor time & walks. Most of all, I just want to be included & loved 🥰

I have so much love to give, & promise to be your furever furry companion. So if you need a Valentine 💕, I’m your gal! 😍

Hugs & kisses 😘🐾,

Purty Gertie 

1/31/2022 Update:

Purty Gertie Here, with a new update!! 🐾❤️

1/15/2022 Update:

1/8/2022 Update:

Please welcome Gertie to No Borders Bulldog Rescue.   Gertie is an approximately one and half year-old female Olde English Bulldog that weighs 36 lbs. 

Gertie joins the No Borders Bulldog Rescue as an owner surrender.   While Gert is only a year and half old, the last few months have not been the best for her.   Gertie was initially found as a stray by a bulldog breeder, and they were sure she had been dumped and thought she was pregnant.   Due to the fact that she was possibly pregnant they decided that they would keep her (and sell the puppies).   Well, when the breeder found out that Gertie wasn’t pregnant, they no longer wanted her and dumped her at a vet’s office.  The office staff didn’t want Gertie to be euthanized so they started the process of finding a forever home for her.   They contacted a family that currently had a Frenchie and asked if they would be interested in expanding their family.  They were definitely interested and took Gertie in as their newest family member.  The family got her spayed, got her vaccinated and began her heartworm preventative.   They took Gertie home and began introductions to the resident Frenchie.   While the family’s intentions were to expand their family by one, the Frenchie had other plans.  It was a resounding “no thank you” from the Frenchie.  Things started off bad and got progressively worse, so bad that it escalated to attacks on Gertie for no reason.  Worried for the safety of both pups (especially Gertie) they contacted NBBR and asked if we would take Gertie and help find her a new better suited forever home. 

Gertie’s first stop was the clinic to do a quick physical exam to ensure that there was nothing needed before she headed to her foster home.  Due to scheduling Gertie had to spend the night at the clinic.    While Gertie is a true sweetheart to everyone she meets, she is timid at first and appears to have a sweet spot for women vs. men.   This isn’t to say that she doesn’t like the guys, but she is slower to warm up to the men.   This probably means that sometime in her life she has had a less than great experience with a man and has built up a wall where she is very cautious until that particular guy passes “the trust test”. Once that happens, its ON, kisses, butt wiggle for everyone.   While Gertie was only at the clinic a short time, she worked her magic, and EVERYONE was gushing how sweet and how much they loved her.  Once over the initial introductions and Gert feels comfortable with you, she is a lover AND a hugger.  When she greets you, she wants to jump up and wrap her legs around you to greet you.   If you are on her level, you will also get a big sloppy kiss.  Gertie also has a very cute “frog squat” when she sits at your feet.  It is hard to describe but think of how a frog’s butt looks like and that is how Gertie’s back legs are positioned.   Nothing wrong with her or her legs but she sits like this when trying to get your attention.  Gertie joined her foster family and will be settling in.  Do you have room on your couch for a cuddle buddy? Do you have extra love to give?  Are you willing to give Gertie the stability she deserves? All in all, it boils down to that Gertie is a sweet little girl that needs and craves love, stability and a dedicated forever family. Stay tuned for future updates on Miss G’s adventures as she begins that journey to find that forever home.