Exciting News! I am very thrilled to announce that Four Paws Dorset is open again.

Exciting News! I am very thrilled to announce that Four Paws Dorset is open again and I am very much looking forward to welcoming new dogs to join our walks in beautiful Dorset. Holly had her puppies and all are growing fast and very happy in their new homes.

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Four Paws Dorset dogs doing some doggie socialising in Wimborne!

Four Paws Dorset dogs doing some doggie socialising in Wimborne! Its always great to meet up with some of our doggie friends!

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Dog Tip for Today! Vomiting.

Vomiting. Get the dog checked by a Vet if it displays prolonged or repeated vomiting or if the dog is lethargic or in obvious pain. Do not feed the dog until it has seen a Vet.

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Get the Facts! Raw Pet Food Diets can be Dangerous to You and Your Pet

In a two-year study spanning from October 2010 through July 2012, the FDA Center for Veterinary Medicine (CVM) screened over 1,000 samples of pet food for bacteria that can cause foodborne illnesses. (The illnesses are called “foodborne” because the bacteria are carried, or “borne,” in or on contaminated food.) The study showed that, compared to other types of pet...

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Four Paws Dorset Dog Peanut leading the way on our Dog Walk near Furzehill …

Four Paws Dorset Dog Peanut leading the way on our Dog Walk near Furzehill, Wimborne. Peanut just loves exploring and is always happy to lead the way! Country walks are great, especially this time of year as you can often find a shady track or path! Way to go Peanut! 

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Meet Morris, 82 years young today! Pictured here on his allotment in Wimborne …

PHOTO to follow! Technical hitch! Meet Morris, 82 years young today! Pictured here on his allotment in Wimborne … 3 years ago Morris had to move from the place he had had his allotment for many, many years next to the Stour accessed via Julians Road. When Morris and his wife took over their new allotment the only things growing were weeds! They have both worked...

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Dog Tip for Today. If a dog has been hit by a vehicle …

If a dog has been hit by a vehicle … If the dog is bleeding apply a pressure bandage whilst keeping the dog quiet and as calm as possible. Then contact your Vet.

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Dog Meat Festival in Yulin, China. Truly Horrific. All images are too gruesome to post.

Dog Meat Sales Reportedly Banned at Infamous Festival. Animal advocates express hope that the ban is a “nail in the coffin” for China’s trade in dog and cat meat. Background. The tradition of dog meat consumption began over 400 years ago in China. … The festival is celebrated annually in Yulin, Guangxi, China, during the summer solstice in June, by eating dog meat...

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Happy Dog picture to make you smile this weekend!

Happy Dog picture for the weekend! How adorable are these puppies!

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Suggested Dog Walk for the weekend. Moreton Forest, Moreton, Dorset …

Suggested Dog Walk for the weekend. Moreton Forest, Moreton, Dorset … HOPEFULLY OFFERING LOTS OF SHADE FOR BOTH DOGS AND THEIR OWNERS! Remember to take water for your dog/dogs after their walk! Moreton is a village and civil parish in Dorset, England, situated on the River Frome about 8 miles east of Dorchester.  * Dog bin at Moreton Village only. Accessibility:...

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Four Paws Dorset Dog Max, visited the groomer. He goes to ‘The Original Posh Paws’ …

Four Paws Dorset Dog Max, visited the groomer. He goes to ‘The Original Posh Paws’ dog groomer. Before and after pictures and Max saying ‘Hello ‘to one of the other doggies waiting his turn. Max used to be quite nervous. This made him a quite unsociable. With reassurance and praise Max is a changed dog. Very proud of you Max. What a super Star!...

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Four Paws Dorset dog Raffles out on our Dog Walk this morning!

Four Paws Dog Raffles out on our dog walk this morning! Here is Raffles crossing the bridge over the River Allen, Wimborne. I keep Raffles on the lead as his lovely owner prefers him to be and Raffles is inclined to explore very close to the edge! Raffles is a very happy dog and loves his daily walks, sniffing, exploring and meeting the others doggies. Handsome...

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Four Paws Dorset Doggies. Making me Smile!

Four Paws Dorset Doggies, making me Smile! Megan, only being a 3 month old puppy shouldn’t be jumping up onto the sofa. This is because her bones are still growing and therefore more vulnerable. I just couldn’t resist taking the pic as she looked so innocent before I lifted her off. She knows!  Such a cheeky puppy and totally gorgeous!   ...

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Four Paws Dog Diesel being dried after his dog walk!

Four Paws Dog Diesel being dried after his walk!  It poured with rain and Diesel was glad to get dried off as he prefers it sunny! Ah!  

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Great for your Dog in the hot summer weather …

Soak this Cooling Bandanna in water and it thermodynamically wicks away heat from your dog as the water evaporates – perfect for hot Summer days. Love this!  Visit traininglines.co.uk for more details.

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Four Paws Dorset Dog Oscar on our dog walk this morning by the River Allen in Wimborne …

Four Paws Dorset Dog Oscar on our walk this morning by the River Allen in Wimborne. Oscar is waiting for me to take his lead off so he can have a good sniff and explore! What a good doggie sitting so beautifully!   

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Please be aware that this is distressing but important information. Dogs die in hot cars …

RSPCA. Dogs die in hot cars. Nobody ever thinks it will happen to them or their much loved family pet, yet every year many people still gamble with their dog’s life and every summer dogs die in hot cars. Many people still believe that it’s ok to leave a dog in a car on a warm day if the windows are left open or they are parked in the shade. The truth is it’s still very...

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Four Paws Dorset Dog Diesel having some well deserved TLC …

Four Paws Dorset Dog Diesel having some well deserved TLC after our dog walk this morning. After our dog walk Diesel loves attention and a stroke under his chin is always enjoyed! I always make sure all Four Paws doggies are settled and happy before I leave.  Diesel you are very special!

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Picture to make you smile this dreary Monday morning! Cat lovers especially!

Tell me again what the Vet did to the dog!

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Dog Tip for Today. Injured animals are frightened …

Injured animals are frightened, in pain and may try to bite anyone who touches them.  If a dog is injured take all necessary precautions. Wear thick gloves and cover/wrap in a coat, blanket or towel.  Seek veterinary help immediately.

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Suggested Dog Walk for today! Longham Lakes, Ringwood Road, Ferndown …

Longham Lakes, Ferndown offers a great place to walk your dog. I would suggest parking at Haskins Garden Centre. If you walk past Hobby Craft a short way along Ham Lane there is a gravel road on your left after the slip road. Walk up here and there is an entrance to the lakes. Alternatively walk along Ringwood Road just past the garage on your left and there is a small...

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Dog Event for your Diary. Dorset Dogs Festival 12th August …

Dorset Dogs Festival 2017 12 August 2017   Dorset Dogs’ fantastic annual celebration of dogs, green spaces and the countryside will take place at Upton Country Park on Saturday 12 August! Look forward to a fun-filled day for dogs and their folks, with a fun dog show, children’s activities, doggie obedience and dancing displays and lots of stalls –...

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Awesome! A childrens hospital in Italy. Dogs are so amazing …

Awesome! Dogs are just amazing! This photo is taken at a childrens hospital in Italy. The dogs are waiting to go in to see their patients. Brought tears to my eyes. Look at their enthusiasm! 

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Four Paws Dorset Dog Peanut. I always get a great welcome!

This is the wonderful greeting I get from Peanut every time I collect him for his dog walk. Today we walked along the Grange at Furzehill, nr Wimborne. Quiet out apart from a few Blackbirds. Peanut was happy just sniffing about and exploring.  Thank you Peanut for making my job so fantastic! 

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Woofability Assistance Dogs. Puppy Parents Wanted! Can you help? …

**PUPPY PARENTS WANTED** Training Assistance Dogs is incredibly rewarding to be involved in. Here at Woofability we’re looking for enthusiastic and caring families or individuals in Dorset & Hampshire to help raise our puppies for a year – from 10 weeks to 14 months. With your help, we can continue to transform more people’s lives. To visit this...

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Love this Quote! It is a Beautiful thing when a career …

It is a BEAUTIFUL thing when a career AND a passion COME TOGETHER!  I know how lucky I am working with my wonderful Four Paws Dorset dogs and their owners. I hope that lots of you are doing what you are passion about too. A big ‘Thank You’ to you all!

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Be informed! Poor health of brachycephalic breeds of dog flagged up by study …

A STUDY of nearly 1.3m dogs has shown that brachycephalic breeds are less healthy even when it comes to conditions not commonly associated with flat-faced animals.   Among the finds were that dogs of 24 brachycephalic breeds were four per cent more likely to be the subject of insurance claims relating to intestinal problems and ten per cent for inflammation of the...

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Suggested Dog walk for the weekend. Woodlark Walk. Wareham Forest …

Trail details.   Grade of Trail – easy. Length of Trail – 2 miles.            Trail is currently open. Trail description Starting from the Sika trail car park in Wareham Forest, Dorset,  enjoy the Scenery of Wareham Forest on foot or by bike by  following the tracked routes through the forest and across...

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Warning to Dorset Dog owners. Adder bites can be fatal…

Adder bites can be fatal. Here is what to do if you think your dog has been bitten by snake. A SUDDEN increase in snake bites has sparked a warning to dog owners. Dave Cumber Vets is warning the public to be cautious when out walking their dogs after five were brought in to the surgery in recent weeks suffering from adder bites. Kate Cumber from the veterinary surgery...

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Dog Tip for Today. Cancer symptoms in dogs …

Cancer symptoms in dogs Lumps – Not all lumps and bumps are cancerous in dogs. There are sebaceous cysts, lipomas and warts, all of which are benign but if you find any growth on your dog, do get it checked.  

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