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!
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.
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…
http://www.instituteofcaninebiology.org/blog/the-10-most-important-things-to-know-about-canine-hip-dysplasia
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!
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 Council trading standards team said the way the charity operates has improved considerably since the investigation began and the charity has agreed to sign a Formal Undertaking that they will comply with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2003.
A spokesman added: “The Formal Undertaking has not yet been signed but will include that they do not mislead consumers in relation to dogs that they sell or otherwise act unfairly towards consumers.
“Should Dorset Dog Rescue breach the Formal Undertaking then further formal action could follow through the courts.
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“In addition to signing the Formal Undertaking, Dorset Dog Rescue were warned about their previous conduct and of their need to comply with the requirements under The Trade in Animal and Related Products Regulations 2011 should they import dogs from outside the UK.”
The Dorset Echo has contacted Dorset Dog Rescue to request a comment.
Some people will never understand how much I love my Dog …
… but that’s okay, my dog knows!
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 Sofa!’ look on his face and yes, Rudes is allowed on the sofa by his owner.
Here is Four Paws Dog Max just looking so adorable after his walk, waiting for his treat!
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 would prefer to be the only cat in the home but should be fine to live with older children.
Sweep, meanwhile, is currently living with his feline brother Sooty and is happy to be rehomed with him or on his own. Staff say once he gets to know a person, he is very affectionate and should be able to live with children, another cat or a dog.
Lucy Compton, fundraising and marketing manager for Margaret Green, described some of the other animals in the rescue centre’s care.
“There’s Sky, a lovely little lady who would like a home of her own. She used to live with other cats but was quite unhappy being around them. She would like a home where she is the only pet, but she should be ok to live with older children. She needs lots of fuss and love,” she said.
“Daisy is an extremely pretty two-year-old female Lurcher,” she continued, “who is very friendly and happy. She loves to run, especially when she’s amongst all her four-legged friends. For this reason, she’d love to find an active, loving family who will enjoy taking her on long walks.
“She can live with other dogs and children aged five and over, but she wouldn’t be able to live with cats.”
Two other canines at the centre are Tanzie, a two-year-old Husky cross, and Sam, a nine-year-old chocolate Labrador.
Tanzie is “full of fun and energy” and knows some basic commands but enjoys learning new tricks. She could live with children aged 12 and over and male dogs but would prefer a home without cats.
Sam is a “typical, happy chocolate Lab who loves everything and everyone”. He loves company and although he is nine, he is still full of life and enjoys his walks, according to staff.
For further details about any of the animals, visit margaretgreenanimalrescue.org.uk
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.
