Posted by Abigail on 24/04/09, filed under News | Leave a comment
On Sunday 19 April 2009, approximately 45 people and their beautiful dogs enjoyed a lovely country walk – and raised money for Worthing and District Animal Rescue Service!
And guess how much we raised? When all the sponsor money has been received, the total will be in excess of £1,000! Please drop sponsor money in to your local Grove Lodge, for the attention of Abigail or the WADARS office in West Buildings, Worthing.
Everyone at Grove Lodge and WADARS would like to take this opportunity to say a huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined in with this wonderful event. It is brilliant to know so many people care about needy animals in the Worthing area.
The WADARS and Grove Lodge websites will keep you posted about forthcoming events, which will definitely include another Walk for WADARS! Take a look at www.wadars.co.uk and www.grovelodge.co.uk
Posted by Abigail on 22/04/09, filed under News, Pet Care Advice, Summer fun and advice | Leave a comment
If you are walking on the Downs with your dog, be very careful - the snakes are awake.
The warm weather has brought adders out a little early and they are basking in the sunshine and hiding in the long grass. Here at Grove Lodge, we have already seen 2 adder bites in the last 2 days.
If your dog disturbs one, either accidentally or by curiosity, the adder will bite. This is a potentially fatal injury, as you may have seen from Lulu’s story on the blog last year.
The best thing to do if you think your dog has been bitten is to get immediate veterinary help as the sooner we can give supportive treatment then the better the general outcome. Most dogs will just be very swollen around the bite but some develop very serious side effects.
We thought we would reiterate this message and remind everyone that the adder is a protected animal and should be left alone. If you are aware of adders in a certain area then put your dog on a lead and warn fellow dog walkers.
Posted by Abigail on 17/04/09, filed under Events, News | Leave a comment
If you are a cat lover, this is the weekend for you!
On Saturday, Worthing Cats Protection are holding their Spring Fayre at St Peter & St Paul’s Church Hall, The Street, Rustington. Browse the book stall and maybe find a holiday read or peruse the plants and brighten up your garden. There are many bargains to be had!
Doors open at 10 am and you can shop until the doors close at 12.30 pm. All proceeds go to Worthing Cats Protection.
If you are looking for a feline friend, there will be a Homing Show at Durrington Community Centre from 2.15 pm to 4.15 pm on Sunday 19 April 2009. You can take a look at some of the cats searching for a new home. The Homing Officers will be on hand to answer your queries.
Have a fabulous feline weekend!
