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Dorset Dogs Festival 2020 - now 12 Sep - 12/09/2020 - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

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Walking our dogs

Theodore, Dorset Dog of the Year 2019

UPDATE: From Weds 13 May: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/coronavirus-outbreak-faqs-what-you-can-and-cant-do/ please also check the news page for local advice for dog owners

Birds who nest on the ground? Yes it’s true! Spring wildlife are very active now and lovely Theodore knows how we can help some of Britain’s rarest birds:

1. Be aware of where birds may be nesting low or on the ground: especially heathlands, wetlands & some downs.

2. Keep ourselves and our dogs on the paths in those places.

Even friendly dogs may stop parent birds being able to find a safe nesting place, or scare them away from their nests leaving eggs or chicks exposed to predators and the cold, so look out for signs that tell you there may be birds nesting on the ground and what to do to keep them safe.

Check out places like Canford Park SANG, Upton Country Park, Riversmeet and some of Dorset’s dog-friendliest beaches here: Wagi-do-code

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Dorset Dogs champions positive management for dogs + promotes responsible ownership. Enjoy pictures from our Pit Stops, Guided Walks + other events.

Our Enjoying Dorset with your dog leaflet has 75 b

Our Enjoying Dorset with your dog leaflet has 75 beautiful rural and urban countryside locations for you to explore with your dog.
Don’t worry if you haven’t got one of these leaflets though! All locations plus more information about facilities on site and how to get there can be found on our website on the ‘Out & About’ page. Take a look and you might discover somewhere new and close to home to walk with your dog 🦮
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#dorsetdogs #discoverdorset #outandabout

Sadly this grass snake and toad were 2 of very man

Sadly this grass snake and toad were 2 of very many more likely casualties of the Wareham Forest fire, whilst the common lizard and young slow-worms were some of the creatures who were rescued and moved to safer areas.

Posted @withregram • @dwfirerescue Following a f

Posted @withregram • @dwfirerescue Following a fire investigation, which has been ongoing since Monday, we now believe the cause of this fire to be accidental, due to social activity in the forest. While we cannot pinpoint the exact cause, we have found evidence of multiple disposable barbecues, campfires and glass bottles.

Due to the current weather and weekend forecast, we have received an AMBER alert for wildfire. This means that, should we experience another wildfire, it could spread quickly and easily due to the dry and windy conditions. As we have seen here, wildfires take a great deal of resources and time to bring under control. Please stay fire-aware when out and about and please stay vigilant.

In light of all of this, PLEASE do not have campfires or use disposable barbecues in our forests and heathlands. As we have seen, the effect can be devastating. More information on staying safe and enjoying our outside areas whilst avoiding a wildfire starting can be found here – www.dwfire.org.uk/heath-fires-and-countryside-safety

Please avoid the Wareham Forest area so the emerge

Please avoid the Wareham Forest area so the emergency services can do their work! Absolute tragedy for all the wild creatures, many of whom will have had young at the moment.

Posted @withregram • @dwfirerescue ‼️Wareham Forest fire update‼️ We still have 100 firefighters on scene at #WarehamForest they will remain in attendance for at least the next 12 hours.

The fire is believed to have affected 183 hectares of forest and heathland.
The A35 is still closed at #BereRegis due to the smoke from the fire. Please stay away from the area and find an alternative route.
We also continue to urge residents in the Bournemouth, Poole, Ferndown and Wimborne areas to keep their windows and doors closed today due to the smoke plume.

There is currently no disruption to electricity supplies.

#fire #firefighting #wareham #dorset #fireengine #staysafe

The weekend is nearly here! If you’re thinking o

Two nightjar chicks in their heathland floor nest!

Two nightjar chicks in their heathland floor nest! How about that for some camouflage? At this time of year it’s really important to make sure we and our dogs stick to the paths so we give ground nesting bird chicks the best chance at survival 🐥🐣 (📸 Terry Elborn)
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#dorsetdogs #groundnestingbirds #sticktothepaths

Pause the paws! 🐾 for this week’s #trainingfo

Pause the paws! 🐾 for this week’s #trainingforten Harry has been learning to freeze with the help of a milk bottle cap! Why not have some fun with your dog and train for ten?
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#dorsetdogs #dogenrichment #newtricks

Posted @withregram • @dogstrust Stay pawsitive

Posted @withregram • @dogstrust Stay pawsitive 💛🐾

High-five 🐾🤚 Harry’s been busy again this

High-five 🐾🤚 Harry’s been busy again this week helping Anneke with her #trainingforten, this time learning paw touch. Why don’t you have a try?
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#dorsetdogs #dogtraining #newtricks

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