Four Paws Dog Raffles having fun at Waitrose Green in Wimborne! Really proud of Raffles on his dog walk as there was a lot of noise from the builders and he just trotted on past. We had a fun time with Raffles meeting lot of his doggie friends. Well done Raffles! What a Star!
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PDSA Help a Vet, help a Pet. Dogs, cats and more! Join Team PDSA Thousands of runners pushed themselves to the limit in this year’s Virgin Money London Marathon – and Team PDSA was right there amongst them! Ballot applications for the Virgin Money London Marathon 2017 are now closed. If you enter the ballot, you will find out at the start of October 2017 whether or...
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**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 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. Please contact us for further...
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Tooth of an Alsatian dog discovered a mile from Stonehenge. Archaeologists have discovered evidence of what they believe is the earliest known journey in British history: a 250-mile trip from York to Wiltshire made 7,000 years ago by a Mesolithic hunter-gatherer and his dog. Scientific investigation of a dog’s tooth found at a site one mile from Stonehenge has thrown up...
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Today (3rd) on the anniversary of her passing, we commemorate our incredible founder Mary Tealby and her pioneering work in animal welfare.
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GALA CONCERT On Saturday 15th October 2016, Waggy Tails Rescue are holding a Gala Concert featuring the Dorset Police Male Voice Choir. The venue is QE Academy, Blandford Road, Wimborne, BH21 4DT. The doors open at 7pm and the concert begins at 7.30pm. The tickets are £10 to include a welcome drink. Please open the poster attachment to see full details and where to get...
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The Knoll House Dorset, South West of England Ferry Rd, Studland, BH19 3AH Knoll House on the south coast of England enjoys a unique position on the Dorset coast with views over Studland Bay and its famous three mile beach. A traditional, family-run seaside hotel on the edge of the Jurassic Coast, we pride ourselves on a high standard of friendly cheerful service which...
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With a little perseverance your dog’s itchiness can be resolved. Michael Hallam advises on how to bring skin problems under control. If your dog is suffering from skin problems it can drive you to despair. Watching him scratch, and knowing he is uncomfortable can leave you feeling helpless and upset. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Even if your dog’s skin complaint...
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Super cosy on their Mummies bed! These 2 are adorable and full of mischief!
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Eye injuries should be treated with saline solution so as not to upset the pH balance of your dog’s eye.
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Dog picture to make you smile! It’s the weekend! Have a great one, all my human and 4 legged friends!
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Ramsdown car park at Hurn village, Dorset. A WOMAN who went to walk her dogs in a Hurn nature spot was left horrified after what was believed to be an air rifle shot narrowly missed her head. Jane Prosser, 45, drove to Ramsdown Forest at around 7am on Thursday to take her two Jack Russells for their morning walk, but when she went to her boot to let them out she suddenly...
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Studland Stomp Sponsored Dog Walk (Dorset). In aid of Margaret Green Animal Sanctuary! Ahoy matey!! Join us on the 2nd October for our Studland Stomp sponsored walk. We encourage all 2 legged walkers to don their pirate gear, meeting at 11.30am at National Trust Knoll Beach car park. Enjoy and help raise money for a great Charity!
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It’s Red Squirrel Week! It’s the perfect time of year to spot red squirrels on Brownsea Island, the only place you can still see these brilliant animals in Dorset. Come and join us on Brownsea, or support squirrels from afar by adopting one from our website today! Here’s a selection of squirrel photos from this season. Have you seen a Brownsea Island...
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Hearing Dogs Awards 2016 Tickets on sale now! This year’s inspirational Hearing Dogs Awards 2016 will take place on Thursday 10 November at the fabulous venue, One Marylebone, in London. To buy your tickets please email your booking form to events@hearingdogs.org.uk This annual event celebrates our life-changing hearing dogs and partnerships across the UK, as well as...
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Good Morning to all Four Paws parents! And of cos, their dogs and puppies too!
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5 secret signs that your Vet doesn’t tell you – part 1 Swirl of tail Change in breath rate Increase in dandruff Difference in coat colour Demanding attention By regularly obseving your dog or dogs, you are far more likely to notice any changes in his/her or their behaviour. They’re so worth it!...
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There are a number of viral and bacterial diseases that can cause the symptoms of upper respiratory infection, which generally include runny nose and eyes, coughing, and sneezing. In humans these symptoms are generally caused by a rhinovirus (which causes the common cold) or the influenza virus (which causes flu). While dogs have a range of other respiratory viruses...
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Dog Tip for Today. Adder Bites. Symptoms can include: Swelling at point of bite (usually dark), may be able to see two puncture wounds. Sign of pain, pale gums, drooling, bruising, vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy.
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This is a very sad day for me as here in the photo is Archie on our last Dog Walk. Archie has moved house with his great owner Josh. I have regularly walked Archie from a puppy and will miss his wonderful company. He is a very sweet dog and is always full of fun, with lots of energy, mischief and affection! Wishing Archie all the very best and a huge ‘thank...
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Four Paws Dog Raffles having fun yesterday, on our dog walk by the River Allen! Still one of my favourite town centre walks in Wimborne because it’s interesting for the dogs and we always meet other doggies!
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Followed this very large Dog on the A31! Great advertising for Dogs Trust!
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Dog Picture for Today! Think we can all relate to this!
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POLICE are appealing for witnesses after a man was attacked by a dog. The incident happened in the fields behind Markham Avenue in Weymouth at around 9am on Sunday, May 29. The victim, a 56-year-old man was bitten on the behind causing two small cuts, swelling and bruising. He did not need hospital treatment. The dog owner is described as a white man, aged in his mid to...
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(Q) How can I stop my dog from rolling in fox poo on every walk? (A) Trainer Elizabeth Kershaw says: I am afraid that rolling in fox poo and other obnoxious smells is one of the dog’s natural behaviours. There are many suggestions as to why they do it, such as needing to disguise their own scent for both hunting and protection of the site where their young are living. I...
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What is obesity? Obesity is the term given to being overweight, or having an increased proportion of body fat. In dogs, obesity tends to occur when the calories in the diet exceed the energy expenditure; this excess energy is then converted into fat. Obesity in dogs is on the rise, with 35 per cent of dogs in the UK estimated to be overweight. Being a bit on the podgy...
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