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David wants all dog owners to have the opportunity to explore the world with their dog.

Episode 204 - dog holidays, snuffle mats and teeth

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Released Sat February 23, 2019
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In this podcast, you can listen to David Blank talking about the amazing doggy holidays you and your dog can share. Hear Rachel Rodgers, Head Coach of Dogs Trust's Dog School Shropshire, sharing what you need to now about snuffle mats and teeth cleaning. Plus the DogCast Radio News.

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Battersea hounds of love are hoping for new homes this Valentines Day

Valentine’s Day is all about spreading love and some of the homeless dogs at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home are on the lookout for that special someone to give them some love after finding themselves in the care of the charity.

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Scooby

Likes: Big cuddles

Dislikes: Being left alone

Scooby is a big, lovable Mongrel, who loves cuddles with his favourite people and long walks in the park.

Scooby is searching for his ultimate best friend; someone who is willing to share the sofa and a Scooby snack with him.

A bit like his namesake, Scooby may be large in size, but is a big baby who doesn’t like to be left alone. He’s looking for someone to show him some love and patience..

Sally

Likes: Cheese and other Greyhounds

Dislikes: Busy places

Sally is a retired racer, and is now looking for someone to settle into a slower pace of life with.

This bubbly girl is looking for owners who have experience of tall, leggy racing dogs, and who will understand and manage her high chase drive.

Even though Sally likes the occasional run around, she’d much rather spend her time lounging on a sofa, watching reruns of your favourite TV shows.

Happy Tails offers holidays for you and your dog

You can hear a great interview with David Blank later this month, but to whet your appetite, here's a press release from Happy Tails:

Happy Tails Canine Adventure Tours Launches the ‘Ultimate Dog-Lover’s Adventure” - The World’s First Eco-Tours Designed Especially for Dog Lovers’ and their Companions

• Experience an all-inclusive 8-day tour of the Grand Canyon, Utah’s Mighty 5Ⓡ and the American Southwest designed for you and your dog -

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David Blank with his dogs

David Blank, founder and COO of Happy Tails Adventure Tours, enjoys sharing adventures with his dogs.

RSPCA takes on the ten year challenge

Following the success of the social media campaign, the RSPCA showcase their own 10 year success stories!

These two pictures don’t look like the same dog but lucky for Max the love and care of his new owner over the last ten years has brought him back to health.

Max, a weimaraner, was rescued by the RSPCA in 2009 from a house in Manchester, he had severe mange and was aged just three months old.

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After

Max after ten years of being loved.

Before

Max, a Weimaraner, was rescued by the RSPCA in 2009 from a house in Manchester, he had severe mange and was aged just three months old.

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