Jules Norman  -  Group Leader

I LOVE the Labrador breed.  I had four labs, but very sadly lost my gorgeous 14 year old last September, I now have two chocolates and one black.  Two came to stay for short term foster and never left.  I have owned Labs for over 20 years.  I have been through the rough and smooth times with them.  I am dedicated to making sure that any labrador is given the love and safety it deserves.  I love to foster some of our rescue Labs that need extra rehabilitation into the human world.

Sharon Shanks   -   Rescue Co-Ordinator

I joined LUKAG in April, 2015.  I love being part of this team.  I am based in Scotland which means that we have the whole of the UK covered.  I’m relatively new to dog owning having got my Olly in June 2012 and how my life has changed for the good!  Labradors really are our best friends they rely on us solely to nurture and care for them.  This is my main reason for wanting to be part of this team.  I love the feeling you get when you rescue a Labrador and know that they will be going to a 5* amazing home.  Often there are tears from owners and me (more often me!) as they don’t take rehoming their Labradors lightly.

Lisa Taylor  -  Rescue Co-Ordinator

Joining in summer 2016. I’m delighted to be part of a team that not only ensures that dogs are safely rehomed, but one which also gives owners peace of mind if they have to make the heartbreaking decision to rehome their dog. I have always loved dogs, and at the age of 9 got my first puppy. Myself and my family have always been huge advocates for rescue dogs and I am passionate about helping give these dogs the chance they so deserve. My love of Labradors began when my children were small – a friend had a Labrador and I remember thinking ‘what a fabulous family dog’, so we made the decision to adopt via a Labrador rescue. We now have two beautiful rescue labs, who have been with us since they were young pups.

Caroline Lewis  -  Rescue Co-Ordinator

I’m delighted to be asked to be part of the team.  I live in South Wales but I’m originally from Bristol. 

My family got our first Labrador when I was 10 years old, she was the most amazing dog.  I thought all dogs were like her and when I got my own first dog, I naively rescued a beautiful Collie/Sheltie cross.  She was a stunning dog but as mad as a hatter.  Sadly, she became very ill and I lost her at 4 years old.  My next dog was a rescue lab, she was a gentle soul.  My husband says he only married me for the dog!  We lost her last year at 13.  Since then our home has been turned upside down by the crazy Louie, a yellow rescue lab.  He is now 2 years old and makes us laugh every day.

I’ve been involved with the transportation of the dogs since early this year and I have found it so rewarding.  I totally sympathise with anyone who is in the unfortunate position where they have to rehome their dog.  I respect their strength in putting the dog’s needs first and I want to make that as easy as possible for them.

Trudy Cason  -  Researcher

I have been a dog owner for 8 years Alfie was my first dog, I now have two, and my other is called Bailey.  I have a real interest for helping with Labrador rescue and have been doing so for five years, when I was asked to join this group.  Although I do not actively contact owners that need help, I do the background research for the coordinators to work with.  I love doing this and it gives me great pleasure doing volunteer work.

Rhiannon Kettle  -  

Rehoming/Rescue  Co-ordinator

I was often referred to as the “dog mad girl” at school from a very early age. I don’t think I have ever been particularly good at hiding the fact I am at my happiest when covered in mud and dog hair! 

I purchased my Beau 6.5 years ago and this is when I found my true love for labradors! I shortly after added my second lab Honey.  

I have a keen interest in understanding and working with dogs who aren’t always black and white or easy to understand.   I had my first foster through LUKAG in Nov 2018.   I have since gone on to foster more lovely labs who have needed a helping hand with a few issues before finding their perfect forever home. Ensuring that they leave me as well rounded dogs, ready for their new lives, is one of the most rewarding things I could ever imagine. 

Sam Clunie  -  Rehoming Co-ordinator

I have had a dog of my own for 6 years, it was only ever going to be a Labrador. My yellow girl Maddie is my world. 

I joined LUKAG as part of the transport team in 2017 and since early 2019 have been a rehomer for the group. Arranging and performing homechecks for families to ensure a gold standard home then taking the Labrador to its new furever family once marched, helping with meeting the existing fur family member and giving some advice on settling a new rescue in, then following up by message/phone and a visit to check all is going well.

Sandra Gant  -  Rehoming Co-ordinator

I'm retired from the NHS, kept labs for 20 years but when I lost my last one, circumstances didn't warrant me getting another, so I thoroughly enjoy meeting labs on home checks, transport runs, and rehoming.