Dogpages has always considered it important to maintain confidence
in our vets but following the Panorama programme
'It Shouldn't Happen at a Vets', which revealed fraud, dishonesty,
and lack of care at some veterinary practices, there has been
increased public concern.
We hoped problems were rare but have been forced to rethink
following what recently happened to our own dog Rafferty at
a veterinary specialist referral business in Surrey that describes
itself as a "centre of excellence". Just three days
later it was necessary for Rafferty to be put to sleep.
An article on what happened to Rafferty there will appear shortly.
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Judged by TV vet Joe Inglis, best-selling
author Rowan Coleman, and Paul Martin, presenter
of of BBC's "Flog It", this year's dogshow
raised much needed funds for HULA Animal Rescue and Four Paws
Animal Rescue. There were rosettes and prizes for the winners.
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Why? Since Dogpages began ten years
ago, any number of commercial sites and businesses have sprung up
seeking to profit from dog rescue. Dogpages remains a non-commercial
site run solely by volunteers. You won't find any profit-making
adverts here and users of our forums won't have their details collected
and sold on for marketing purposes.
We hope you agree with us and support us in our belief that rescue
dogs should not be seen as a marketing opportunity or a source of
profit. And we hope you enjoy the difference.
Finding a rescue
centre
'All-breed' dog-rescue centres and organisations
throughout the UK and Ireland have been grouped by region (click
map). 'Breed-rescues'
are listed separately by breed type. Over 1000 contacts have
been included so there's sure to be one near you.
While the larger charities are well known, there are many smaller
rescue organisations, often operated on a very small budget
but still doing a great job. Not all smaller organisations have
internet sites but where details are known these have been included.
The larger organisations, the Dogs Trust (formerly NCDL - National
Canine Defence League), Battersea Dogs Home, the RSPCA and the
Scottish SPCA, each have new web-sites and their centres are
all listed here.
Smaller rescues
Smaller dog rescues are usually run by
volunteers and many may not have dedicated kennels. All would
like to hear from potential adopters but please contact them
before visiting their listed address in case an appointment
is necessary. The larger centres are usually open for most days
of the week including weekends but check first. |
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