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Points to Consider Before Getting A Dog....

Before you go get a dog there are a few things to give serious thought to... 1. Do you have the TIME.. .. A n adult dog will require on average Two or maybe Three walks a day. Depending on the breed , age and energy level of the dog this could be anything from 40 minutes to 3 hours or more each day.  That's each day in the sunshine, rain , snow, wind .....you get the picture.  If you get a puppy then there is a LOT more time you will need to give. Puppy needs feeding more often, training,  playing with , toilet training, etc and cannot really be left alone for long periods. Any dog should not really be left alone each day for more than 4 hours. Some dogs cannot cope  with being left alone as much as that. Some develop separation anxiety.  Of course there are some dogs that are Ok in their own company for much longer or if they are left with other dogs-but it is a serious consideration. All dogs benefit form ongoing training, play and just time with ...
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Hedgehogs In Our Gardens

 As Hedgehogs start to emerge form their winter hibernation and if we are lucky we may see one on our gardens.  It used to be a common sight to see a hedgehog in our gardens but over the past decades their numbers have been in decline. Through the work of hedgehog rescues and people becoming more aware of nature and wildlife and what we can do to help there is hope of saving this lovely creature from extinction. 
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Cold for Us Cold For Our Pets

The weather seems to be turning colder now and we even saw a flurry of snow today! Just a quick post to say that do bear in mind that if we are cold chances are many of our pets will be cold too.  Of course some are acclimatised to the cold and have nice big thick winter coats but many do not.  So if your pet has a light coat do put a winter coat on him or her before walking out and do not shut them out in the garden. If you are wrapping up warm so should they.
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Happy Christmas!

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We will be sorting out some blankets and food for dogs in a rescue we are visiting over the holiday time. Perhaps if you have any  old blankets, wraps etc you don't need anymore that might make a good bed for a dog in a rescue kennel. Just worthwhile checking when they are open first before you drop things off. Have a lovely time :)
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Pets And Fireworks

As Halloween and Fireworks night approaches do spare a thought for your animals. It seems that fireworks are not limited to just one or two evenings now and many animals are very afraid of the loud, noisy and chaotic sound of fireworks and may be very scared of bonfires..  Unless your pet is not bothered it is best to keep them inside during this time. Dogs and cats can be so afraid they can bolt and run away until they do not know where they are and cant find their way back home or even worse may start to run across roads and cause accidents to themselves and others. They can be easily injured by stray fireworks so best to keep them well away.   Its a good idea to mask the noise of the fireworks with more familiar noises from the TV or music. If you can stay inside with your pet. Make sure that they go outside to toilet before the fireworks begin and stay with them outside just in case someone suddenly decides to start them while your dog or cat is in the garden.  ...
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Animals And Birds Pinterest Page

Take a look at this gorgeous page on Pinterest of animals and birds, really beautiful photographs and pages.  Animals and Birds On Pinterest
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Missing dogs!

Be careful with your pet dog. There seems to be an increasing number of pets reported missing these days. It is heart breaking when people lose a much loved pet.  Some pets are simply lost on a walk and hopefully return when thy find you or you find them! However, others are stolen. I would seriously advise keeping your dog in view if possible on all walks and not leaving your dog out side shops etc unless you can leave them with someone you trust. If your dog is in the garden do check on him frequently and make sure any back gates or entrance to the garden is fixed with a good secure lock and higher fences. Have your dog wear a tag on her collar with your name and phone number. Do not put your dogs name on the tag as it makes it easier for anyone to just call the dog, put your name instead. Seriously consider having your dog microchipped.  Also have a clear current full photograph of your dog, plus ideally one with any specifically identifying features in case he or she...
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Abigail-a Puppy Mill Dogs Story

Today i want to share a beautiful, touching page about a wonderful Golden retriever dog and her compassionate loving family.  They inadvertently bought her from a puppy mill and she had every problem a puppy farm puppy could have but they loved her and stuck by her through it all and she gave them so much love and devotion.  This page will make you cry but also give you insight to the true spirit of love and devotion between a human and a dog.  Within the story of this family is also the message about puppy mills or puppy farms. Essentially Puppy Mills are a deplorable place where female dogs are made to have puppies many, many  times and male dogs are just stud machines. The parent dogs have no life, no love, no play. Often conditions (which may be hidden from the public) are terrible for the dogs. Dogs are usually not socialised-their sole purpose is to breed.  Often puppies are taken away from Mum too early, to be sold to unsuspecting families. Sadly ...
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