Dog picture to make you smile this Monday morning! How adorable is this puppy!
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Dog Charity Waggy Tails Rescue Dorset is holding a Quiz Night on Friday 26th February. Quizzers one and all, come along to the Arts University, Bournemouth for a great Quiz night. Fish & Chip supper included. See attached poster. Tickets £10 in advance only. Tel 01202 285828. Registered Charity No: 1114957. http://www.waggytails.org.uk/
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Four Paws Dorset is very excited to announce that Dog Agility Classes will be starting soon!
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A woman has issued a warning to pet owners after a popular garden plant she bought on Groupon killed one of her dogs and left the second fighting for life. Gill McClung, 47, paid £29.99 for two King Sago palms without realising they contain a toxin that is highly poisonous to animals. The only warning on the packaging said ‘not for consumption, for decorative...
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A great Dog Walk this time of year as it’s less busy than the Summer months and dogs can be off the lead! Although famous for its naturist beach, Studland stretches for 3 miles and is a popular spot for families in the summer (the naturist beach is only in the centre section of the beach). You can also walk from Studland to Swanage, past Old Harry Rocks. Studland...
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Ella and ToTo, two dogs looking very comfy indeed!
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Hearing Dogs Charity Organisation. Hi, I’m Fred and can you tell how happy I am that it’s the weekend! See my amazing ears. They’re mine for now but in time they will be someone else’s. Also, I could save a life one day. If the smoke alarm goes off I can alert my owner. How amazing will that be!
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Nurturing by Nature Tel. 01202 625728 / 872177 http://www.nurturingbynature.co.uk/ Or find in Links …
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Here is Four Paws Dog Diesel enjoying his bone after our walk today. We walk different routes around Wimborne. Diesel is looking amazing. I think the hills we do are really helping him tone up and his stamina is so much better. Mine too! Diesel you are adorable and such a gentle Dog!
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My Dog Walk today with Archie was wonderful! I think the sunshine definitely helped as Archie was particularly full of fun and I think he loved feeling the warmth on his coat. Here he is nosing about in the leaves discovering lots of interesting smells. Days like this remind me (not that I need it!), how much I love my job as a Dog Walker and how lucky I am to be...
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Cute Dog picture to make you Smile! These Wellies are far too clean and definitely need a good dog walk to get muddy!
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If your dog suddenly becomes swollen around the mouth, lips or feet it could have been stung by a bee or wasp. Other symptoms may include drooling, vomit, itchiness, pain at the the site of the sting, pawing at the mouth and/or difficulty breathing. Apply cool water and ring the Vet immediately.
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A dog, thought to be from Wales, has been found freezing and alone at a bus stop north of Fareham. The Dalmatian, named Harvey, also had severe diarrhea and was so weak he could barely lift his head or wag his tail. Vets even struggled to register the three year old’s temperature because he was so cold. Inspectors say he was found near Shedfield Common and taken to...
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Rude and I had a wonderful walk along the River Stour today. Here is Rude looking up at where a Cormorant had just been perched. We also saw Rude’s friend Red, who is a dear little poodle. They are always so pleased to see each other!
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Today’s walk took us into Ferndown Common Nature Reserve. Archie had a great time running about exploring and sniffing in the under growth. The sun was shining which was a real welcome on such a cold morning. We met several other dogs out and they all had fun chasing about! It’s a great place to walk with your dog but you must observe the sign on the way in...
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A sudden swollen tummy could be a symptom of twisted gut – treat it seriously. There may also be dribbling, gulping of saliva and attempts to vomit. Phone the Vet immediately – do not delay.
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Happy Valentines Day to all my four and two legged friends at Four Paws Dorset! Have a wonderful day with your loved ones and hopefully a dry walk for my four legged friends!
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Corfe Castle Set in the Isle of Purbeck, Corfe Castle is famed for its ruined castle and beautiful surrounding countryside that makes for some challenging walking. There are a number of trails starting from Corfe Castle. One of my favourite walks which I only discovered recently with breathtaking panoramic views, is East Creech to Wareham, along the Purbeck Ridge. From...
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Posted by RSPCA Official Published on 8 February 2016 under Campaigns, Pets, Support us. Tags: Competition, dog, Dogs, Happiest, pedigree, rescue, Ruffs. Is your dog the happiest pooch on the planet? Do you have a ‘wonky’ dog who’s perfect in your eyes? Have you transformed the life of a rescued dog? Ruffs – our alternative online dog show – is back, and we want to hear...
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Abnormal breathing or discomfort when breathing can be a symptom of cancers in dogs. Consult your Vet for advise.
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Here is ToTo having great fun with her first ball. We will take one with us on a walk soon! ToTo is just getting the idea of bringing it back to me, sometimes anyway! Well done puppy ToTo!
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Get the dog checked by a Vet if it displays prolonged or repeated vomiting, or if the dog is lethargic or in obviously pain. Do not feed the dog until it has seen a Vet.
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Very interesting article on hip dysplasia … The 10 most important things to know about canine hip dysplasia By Carol Beuchat PhD Hip dysplasia is a hot topic in dogs, if it’s possible to stay “hot” for 50 years. Researchers have been working hard for decades looking for…...
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Four Paws dogs Rosie simple adores her ball. I know I have put a similar picture of Rosie with her ball on one of our walks before, but she just wants to be playing with it all the time! I love watching her chasing it with such joy and then having a little tussle. Rosie you are a sweetie!
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Dog rescue charity investigated over dog smuggling claims (From Bournemouth Echo) A DORSET dog charity is being investigated by Trading Standards. Dorset Dog Rescue, which is a county-wide charity based in Poole, was investigated over allegations that dogs were being illegally imported. Concerns were raised after an investigation by a television programme. Poole Borough...
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Some people will never understand how much I love my Dog … … but that’s okay, my dog knows!
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Rudes is one of Four Paws regulars. He always makes me smile with his cheery personality and twirls of joy while we are out. Rudes loves his walks, sniffing at everything he discovers! Today we walked along the River Stour, only as far as the re cycling centre then circled the block as beyond this point is flooded. One very relaxed Doggie! With an ‘I own this...
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Here is Four Paws Dog Max just looking so adorable after his walk, waiting for his treat!
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MEET Sophia, Sweep, Sky and Sam – just some of the Dorset rescue animals currently looking for a loving new home. Staff at Margaret Green Animal Rescue, based in Wareham and Blandford, are hoping to find families for their resident cats and dogs. Four-year-old lap cat Sophia is said to be a “friendly and affectionate girl” who sometimes likes her belly scratched. She...
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If you think that you, or someone you know would benefit from having one of our wonderful assistance dogs then you are welcome to get in touch with the charity via email, telephone or mail. 01202 814643, woofability@gmail.com or Freepost Woofability.
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