Weight Loss for Dogs Weight loss tips for dogs. I just wanted to pass on some tips I have found really useful. We all know that dogs weight should be monitored closely but food orientated dogs respond well to treats. The trick which helps in weight loss for dogs is that you need to make... Continue Reading →
All About Fostering Rescue Dogs. Before Darcy I fostered dogs for a rescue, giving them a home and a full assessment. I was then able to make sure that the perfect home could be found. Many dogs passed through, one stayed for nine months but some just three weeks. The cute ones were... Continue Reading →
Darcy seemed to know how important it was to settle in and his behaviour was far better than expected in his first days with us. He was completely house trained, loving and totally adorable. There were some worrying traits though. When someone visited, even for a few minutes, he would run to the front door... Continue Reading →
I answered the door and instantly fell in love with the tiny dog cradled in the arms of the rescue transporter. I was a little shy after hearing about his past but he was attached to the lady who drove him to me like his life depended on it. He had only met her an... Continue Reading →
It was June 2015 and I was scrolling through Facebook when a photo caught my eye.It was a mini dachshund and a rescue friend was urgently looking for a foster for him. I wasn't planning to foster but I felt compelled to send a private message to ask about his background. Within seconds the lady... Continue Reading →
This is a poem I wrote about my rescue dog, Darcy. I'm sure it applies to many, many dogs out there A Poem for a Rescue Dog A year has passed since we met our little man A feisty, mini dachshund with a coat of black and tan We called him Mr. Darcy because he didn't know... Continue Reading →
Holly is a thirteen-year-old Chihuahua / Shih Tzu mix. She has a select circle of people and dogs who she would take a bullet for, anyone else?.....not a chance! .(typical Chihuahua )..Unless you have 3 hours to spare to tickle her tummy... Then she might consider you! Or sausages..she really loves sausages! I wasn't... Continue Reading →
Welcome to Waggy Tales Blog! Hi everyone I wanted to start a blog to share my two great loves.....dogs and books. First of all, a little about me, my name is Louise however, everyone calls me Lou. I have always loved dogs and had a lot of experience in the rescue world both as a foster mum and... Continue Reading →