GwirGariad Welsh Springer Spaniels

12/09/2025

Dogs really are amazing and brave...

On the morning of September 11, 2001, Michael Hingson was working on the 78th floor of the North Tower. Born blind, he couldn’t see the flames or the destruction outside—but he could feel the building tremble.

At his side was Roselle, his trusted guide dog. She had just awakened from her nap. She wasn’t panicked. She wasn’t afraid. And Michael realized: if Roselle was calm, then they still had a chance.

Together, they began their descent—1,463 steps through smoke, jet fuel, and waves of frightened survivors. Firefighters brushed past them, climbing upward toward danger. Many would never return.

“Stay calm,” Michael told others. “If Roselle and I can do this, so can you.”

Step by step, Roselle guided him down. Minutes after they reached the lobby, the tower collapsed behind them. Outside, the world was covered in dust. For the first time, sighted people couldn’t see either. But Roselle led Michael through the chaos, stopping at stairwells and guiding him to safety.

She never left his side. He never let go of her harness.

Roselle passed away in 2011, her job complete. But her legacy lives on as a reminder that courage can come on four legs, with quiet steps, and an unwavering heart.

Because sometimes the bravest heroes don’t shout.
Sometimes, they simply walk beside us.


~Weird Wonders and Facts

12/09/2025

Dogs are amazing loving creatures...

On September 11, 2001, when the towers fell and the sky turned to ash, more than 300 search and rescue dogs stepped into hell on earth. They didn’t hesitate. They didn’t flinch. They climbed through fire and steel, through suffocating debris and deafening silence, searching for life with every breath, every pawstep, every heartbeat.

They entered with pure hearts and fearless resolve—no armor, no agenda, just the unshakable instinct to help. They worked until their pads split, until the air burned their lungs, until their handlers broke down and hope ran dry. And still, they kept going. Because that’s what heroes do.

When the searching stopped, the therapy dogs arrived. Quiet. Steady. Healing. They didn’t need words. They curled beside the broken, leaned into the grief, and reminded shattered humans that love hadn’t died in the dust.

These beautiful dogs didn’t just serve. They bore the weight of our sorrow. They carried our hope. They were the silent saints of Ground Zero—unspoken, unshaken, unforgettable.

We don’t just remember them. We thank them. For their courage. For their comfort. For showing us, in our darkest hours, what selfless devotion truly looks like.

To the hero dogs of 9/11: your legacy lives on in every rescue, every comfort, every life saved because you showed up when it mattered most.

We will never forget. We will always be grateful. Godspeed, brave souls. ❤️🤍💙

14/08/2025

05/08/2025

It would be nice to see Welshies doing this...

25/07/2025

How to do CPR on our best friends 🐶

13/07/2025

13/07/2025

Wales may be small, but it’s home to some amazing breeds.

From the royal favourite Pembroke Welsh Corgi to the charming Sealyham Terrier, each of these dogs has roots in a different part of Wales.

Can you spot your favourite? Or do you have one of these breeds at home? Let us know in the comments! 👇

08/07/2025

🟥🟥𝐅𝐮𝐥𝐥 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐞 https://mydogrecipe.com/banana-and-peanut-butter-chew-sticks-for-dogs/

02/07/2025

Craig-y-nos Country Park This 40-acre country park forms part of the historic grounds of the Victorian Craig-y-nos Castle and is managed by the Bannau Brycheiniog / Brecon Beacons National Park Authority. The park offers a fun & safe day out for all the family. Easy to follow paths will take you on....

21/06/2025

⚠️IF IT HITS 24, WALK NO MORE ⚠️

With the weather hitting very high temperatures this weekend, it’s a responsible idea to familiarise yourself with what temperatures are safe for your dog☀️🐶

As a general rule of thumb, temperatures exceeding 24 degrees should attempt to be avoided for all dog walks. But some larger breeds, flat faced, obese or puppies could struggle in heat over 16 degrees. You should also take a moment to consider if your dog struggles with any emotional behaviour difficulties as studies have suggested that an increase in temperature can lead to a lower threshold for aggression.

Every year our vets treat hundreds of heat stroke cases and heartbreakingly, some end in tragedy. Many are unfortunately a result of owners not knowing the dangers of exercising their dogs in temperatures to hot for them to handle.

Heat-related illnesses are almost always preventable. DONT TAKE THE RISK and make sure your pet isn’t overheating in the sun ☀️ Walk your dog earlier or later in the day when the temperatures are cooler.

If you think your dog may be suffering from heat stroke, contact your vet immediately or, if out-of-hours, find your nearest emergency vet.

19/06/2025

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