This National Pet Month, octogenarian Angie Langslow and her ageing companion Oscar are living proof that there’s always the perfect partner out there – no matter what your time of life.
Shortly after the death of her husband Brian, Angie was teamed up with Oscar, a Maltese/Yorkshire Terrier-cross by the Island’s RSPCA. Oscar too, was also in need of a new lease of life having lost his home so it was – and is – the perfect match.
Angie and Oscar have formed quite the partnership
Angie, 86, and Oscar, who is in his Autumn years, have formed quite the partnership.
Angie, loves the daily duties of caring for a companion once more and Oscar busies himself making sure he keeps Angie company and investigating any comings and goings to the pair’s Freshwater home.
Angie, who still practices therapy to a small group of clients from her home, said,
“He is just so loving, he sleeps beside me in his bed each night and will follow me around the house and rest next to wherever I am. I have previously had three dogs and it is just lovely to have another back in the house once more, particularly having lost Brian.
“Coming to me so late in Oscar’s own life must have been strange for him but he settled so quickly. He absolutely adores the people who come to visit my house for their therapy and they absolutely adore him.
“He was said to be deaf when he came to me, but I give him a little therapy and it does seem that he can now hear certain things. He rushes outside to investigate when he can hear the neighbours and he always knows when I arrive back at the house after being out for a shopping trip.”
Pugh: There really is a rescue pet out there for everyone
Suzanne Pugh, manager of the Island’s RSPCA branch said it was obvious from the start that Angie and Oscar were made for one another. RSPCA staff are always on hand if necessary and they welcome Oscar back to their Godshill HQ every now and then to give him a check-up, a nail clip and a haircut.
“Angie and Oscar really demonstrate how, if arrangements are carefully managed, there really is a rescue pet out there for everyone.
“Though both are seniors they are made for one another. The fact that we paired two wonderful seniors together makes us all feel proud and the fact that they clearly give each other such companionship is just lovely.”
Relies on public donations
The Island’s RSPCA receives no funding from the national organisation and so relies on public donations to deliver its services. If you want to donate or discover more adopting and animal companion please visit the Website.
National Pet Month which runs throughout April celebrates and raises awareness of responsible pet ownership. Coordinated by the National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) and UK Pet Food, the educational campaign aims to bring together animal welfare charities, professional bodies, pet businesses, schools, youth groups, and pet lovers.
You can support the Island’s RSPCA by visiting the Donate page.
News shared by Gavin on behalf of RSPCA Isle of Wight. Ed
