Mungo and Midge, 6mth old male house cats looking for a new home. Adoption details phone 01202 875000.

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SANCTUARY UPDATE
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BUY A BRICK - Animal Rescue Centre (ARC) Appeal

The extension to our new Animal Rescue Centre (ARC) is nearing completion. We now need funds to fit out the Dog Cabins and the clinic. If you would like to help us, why not BUY A BRICK or even a wall!! On the downloads page you will find a BUY A BRICK form that you can print out and complete if you would like to pay by cheque. If you are a UK... read more

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Fostering and Volunteer Appeal

Now that Christmas is over how about a bit of gentle exercise to walk off the turkey? We are in need of volunteers to Dog Walk and help with the welfare of the animals at the Sanctuary. If you can commit a few hours a day or at weekends please consider this, it is very rewarding. We also still need Foster parents. We have a dedicated team who... read more

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SANCTUARY UPDATE

The building works were finished just before Christmas in time for the rush. We had already had over 40 appeals for rehoming by the middle of December. Christmas saw all the new cabins occupied, as the number of dogs needing help continued to rise. As many as possible were in Foster homes, but the ARC was still full. Thank you to everyone who... read more

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PET PORTRAITS

Linda Hicks has offered to produce pet portraits with all the proceeds coming to Waggy Tails. She can work from a good quality photograph and if you look on the downloads page there are examples of her work and all the details you need.... read more

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URGENT WARNING TO ALL DOG LOVERS IN UK

Canine Distemper Outbreak! Has your dog been vaccinated? Allegedly the outbreak is in South Yorkshire, North Nottinghamshire, Warwickshire, South Staffordshire, and parts of Southern and Eastern England. It has now reached Derby. ... read more

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Stolen Lurchers

Please be warned, there have been a number of lurchers stolen in the area over the past few weeks.... read more

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Dog Presentation

On the first Saturday of each month we hold our Dog Presentation, starting at 10am at West Parley Memorial Hall, BH22 8SQ. The dogs in our care are brought along by their Foster parents so that prospective adopters can see them and learn a little more about their lives so far. The presentation is followed by the Induction Meeting which all... read more

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DOG TREAT WARNING

WARNING!!!!! It was on Fox news earlier that 70 dogs have died as a result of eating chicken jerky treats made from chicken that has come from China. Kingdom Pets brand from Costco is one of them. Also certain Blue Buffalo brand pet foods have a recall for the same thing. ... read more

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FOOD APPEAL

Our rescue dogs eat lots of food and people are very generous with their donations. We are currently using a lot of high quality James Wellbeloved and Burns, costing about £40 a 15kg sack. If you are able to help with these brands we would be very grateful but all donations of complete chicken food are of use. As you can see from our Sanctuary... read more

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Gallery in the Garden

On Sunday 21st August, June and Bill Adams hosted a Garden Party. The weather was not very kind and grey skies were the order of the day, but the rain held off. The garden and garage were filled with pictures, donated to the charity. Teas and cakes were served in the garden and the event raised £500. Thank you to everyone who came and supported... read more

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Do you have some spare time?

Are you an animal lover? Do you have a few hours to spare? Come and join our friendly team of volunteers and help us save a few more lives. If you would like a volunteer pack please phone the office on 01202 875000 or email via the contact page. ... read more

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The Waggy Tails name

It has come to our attention that there are one or two businesses using names very similar to ours. Please be advised that this charity has no connection with any business or organisation using a similar name. Consumers should always make enquiries about business proprietors before undertaking transactions. The name Waggy Tails is registered... read more

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Dog Walk

On the 4th Saturday of every month except DECEMBER we have a dog walk. Start time 9.30am at the Golf Course end of Francis Avenue, off the Mountbatten Arms roundabout. Poole/Bournemouth boundary. ... read more

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Dog Breeders MUST Take Responsibility

Panorama (Monday 2nd August) highlighted the current plight of stray dogs. The programme concentrated on London, but pound dogs are put to sleep all over the UK. Waggy Tails have been aware of this growing problem for some time and have over the years, taken pound dogs through charities like Doris Banham (featured). A spokesman said ‘Because... read more