PUPPY PARENTS WANTED! Woofability Assistance Dogs. Non-profit Organisation. 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 and Hampshire to help raise our puppies for a year – from 8 weeks to 14 months. With your help, we can continue to...
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The companionship of “man’s best friend” becomes even more welcome as people transition into their golden years. Beyond companionship, research has found that dogs can reduce feelings of loneliness, as well as be trained as assistance dogs for diseases specific to the elderly population, such as Alzheimer’s and dementia. However, the responsibilities of dog...
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Welcome to Training Lines, the one-stop shop for those difficult to find dog training accessories. If you can’t find what you’re looking for at the pet shop, or want to try something new in your dog training, you’ve come to the right place! At Training Lines, our aim is to provide dog owners and trainers in the UK with a selection of difficult to find,...
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Four Paws Dog Archie with one of his Activity dog toys! Activity toys are a must especially for working breeds as it offers mental stimulation. With this one you hide a treat of your choosing under one of the pillars and Archie has to either lift or knock them off to find the treat. On this occasion Archie found it 3rd time. Well done Archie!
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One chilled Four Paws Dog Archie after his dog walk today at Longham, nr Wimborne! Great walk in the Sunshine!
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Dog pic to make you Smile. Rolling, rolling, rolling. Lets get this Monday rolling!
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Fantastic Easter Monday afternoon spent with my son Chris, Jess and of cos the dogs! Your dog is welcome at Kingston Lacy. Take time to explore the Kingston Lacy estate with your four legged friend. We have plenty of walks for you to enjoy and dogs are welcome in the Stables courtyard too when you stop for a well-earned slice of cake. Dogs are welcome. All day, every day...
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Easter Egg Hunt at Kingston Lacy today! Are you all as eggcited for the start of our 2 week Easter egg hunt as we are? Get ready to scramble around the trail. Make sure you wear appropriate clothing though as we’re not sure you’ll be boiled by the end of it. It’s no yolk, get your little soldiers ready and head down to Kingston Lacy. 25 March – 10...
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Wishing all my two and four legged friends at Four Paws Dorset a very enjoyable Easter! Cats get a look in too! Wishing all my two and four legged friends at Four Paws Dorset a very enjoyable Easter! Hoping you all have a wonderful day spent with the ones you love!
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Suggested Dog walk for Today! Castleman Trail from Wimborne to Broadstone. As the weather isn’t too good today I think this is a perfect walk for dog owners and dogs alike! There is plenty of over head tree cover and dogs can be off the lead safely and enjoy themselves exploring. Parking is easiest in the Willett Arms Pub car park, 2 Oakley Ln, Oakley, Wimborne...
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*UPDATE OF THE DOG THIEFS* The drivers name is Lewis Longstaffe. His car registration is R646 EAW. He is known to police as a poacher and dog thief. He put his car for sale on a website last night but I believe he has taken it off now. Please share to everyone who owns a dog in and around the Wimborne area! At 6pm this evening whilst walking back along the stour to...
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Another way to rinse the Sandbanks millionaires: Automatic DOG WASH opens by the beach in upmarket resort for people who don’t want their pampered pets to dirty up their cars The Evolution Dog Wash is proving a hit with well-heeled dog owners Self-contained unit costs £2 for two minutes, and has a blow-dry setting Machine already popular in US but Mark Whittaker...
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Dogs of all shapes and sizes are invited to come down to King George V playing fields in Ferndown on Good Friday 25 March. From 1pm to 4pm there will be a community event aimed at dog lovers with stalls, an opportunity to ‘Ask the Vet’ and free dog chipping carried out by East Dorset District Council officers. There will also be a Dog Show with awards in a number of...
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Shocking RSPCA figures reveal 249 animal cruelty cases in Dorset in a year – and 26 convictions. The RSPCA’s annual figures for 2014 show that the charity has dealt with 249 complaints of direct cruelty in the county- and 26 people were convicted. Overall there were 28,800 complaints in the South West and central England in 2014. It is an increase...
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RSPCA East Winch Wildlife Centre are pleased to say they have just released these 2 seal pups back into the wild! Here’s their seal pup guide: It’s not unusual to see a seal pup by itself. Seal mums leave their pups very early on in life, when they are weaned at 3 to 4 weeks old. If you find a seal pup that looks fit and healthy and shows no signs of distress,...
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Four Paws puppy Raffles on our walk yesterday at the Redcotts Recreation Ground, Wimborne. We were having a lovely dog walk when Raffles suddenly decided to sit down. I just had to take a photo. Raffles you look so cute!
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Sponsor hearing dog puppy Victor from just £3 a month. In return you’ll receive a fantastic welcome pack. Then, over the next 18 months you’ll receive four printed updates showing Victor’s journey, and bonus, exclusive updates in our Puppy Pen blog. Date of Birth: 5 october 2015 Sex: Male Breed: Cocker Spaniel Colour: Black with white marks Meet Victor, our ‘hungry...
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Waggy Tails Rescue Dorset. A great way to support this local dog rescue charity. Does your dog need a new collar & lead, or maybe a smart coat for Spring? There is a fabulous selection of collars, leads, harnesses, beds, coats etc. at bargain prices in the Waggy Tails shop at 9 Turbary Road, Ferndown BH22 8AW Opening Hours: Mon to Sat 9:30 – 16:00 Call 07592...
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Four Paws Dog Archie giving me a wonderful welcome! ‘Can we go for our dog walk now!’
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Here is Four Paws Dog Max after a great dog walk at Eye Bridge, along the River Stour, Wimborne. This is one of Max’s favourite positions once he has had his walk and lots of TLC, he likes nothing better than to stretch out on the sofa in the conservatory at his home (he is allowed!). Finally managed to get a photo of you. Thank you Max! You look...
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Dog Picture to make you smile. You win Monday! Have a great day!
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Four Paws Dogs Ella and ToTo! Just about to get their leads on for their morning walk. Going down to the River Stour this morning. Happy Sunday! Enjoy your day with your pets!
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Hengistbury Head. Four Paws Dogs love it here! The beaches are dog friendly and so is the Cafe! An easy coastal loop with much to see. Distance 3.3 miles (5.3km) Minimum time 2hrs Dog friendliness. Keep to paths to avoid destroying habitat and disturbing ground-nesting birds Parking Car park (fee) at end of road, signed ‘Hengistbury Head’. Public toilets...
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Come and support our shop. This one is in Turbary Road, Ferndown. We also have one in Ashley Road, Parkstone, Dorset. You can purchase a wide variety of goods inc furniture doggy items and lots more.
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Five weeks ago, a 1-year-old German shepherd-husky mix with startling blue eyes fell off a fishing boat in the Pacific Ocean north of San Diego. The dog, named Luna, was miles from land. She was reported missing on Feb. 10 by her owner, fisherman Nick Haworth, who told authorities that Luna was a strong swimmer and would head toward land. But the nearest shoreline was...
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RSPCA (England & Wales) Non-profit Organisation Hoseasons offer pet friendly holidays, so you can enjoy your well deserved time away with your furry friends too. Book by 4th April and ‘pets go free’! For every holiday booked you will receive a 5% discount and 5% will be donated to help support our work. Go to page via Links.
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Dog owners in the UK are being warned about an outbreak of an animal disease that is carried by ticks. It is the first time that experts have established an outbreak of babesiosis in the country. In Essex, two dogs have died and three others needed blood transfusions after contracting the disease. Experts say that it will be impossible to stop the spread of the disease,...
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