After tragically losing their PDWRA adoptee Gaston, Greig and Holly wanted to do something to raise funds for the charity in honour and the wonderful time that they got to spend with him. So, Greig decided to sign up for a white collar boxing event!
From Holly:
My partner and I adopted PDWRA pug Gaston when he was 1 year old. He was the perfect addition to our family, a little brother for our pup Agnes. Gaston came to us a shy, nervous little soul but with all the love, affection and guidance from his big sister, he quickly became more confident and the most affectionate little guy, of course with that sassy pug personality! He had his share of minor health problems, but enjoyed a full, happy life. We were absolutely broken when we suddenly lost him, aged 6, to cancer in September 2024.
From Greig:
I signed up for the white collar boxing with a big challenge ahead. The whole experience was brilliant, I loved every minute of it. I had 8 weeks of training twice a week prior to the fight night, and I was also doing an extra boxing class every week too. The fight night was incredible! It took place in a large venue in my hometown of Dundee, with a crowd of well over a thousand people! It was a great night for my family and friends, who came to cheer me on. I had been matched up against the biggest guy taking part in the event, but fortunately I managed to pick up a victory via decision after the fight had gone the full three rounds.
I’m extremely proud of myself for going through with the whole thing, and very, very thankful to everyone who sponsored me along the way. I know the money is going to a great charity that is very close to me and my partner’s hearts, and will be very well used to help other wee pugs that are in similar situations to the one our brilliant wee Gaston was before we adopted him ❤️
Greig raised £1070 + £300 top up from his employer – DHL UK Foundation. The PDWRA are eternally grateful for the brilliant donation and can’t thank them both enough!
