Waggy Ways

02/09/2024

Back to School grooms started today with Koby as the star pupil 🌟
He went home very proud with his very own Report Card 😁🐾🐾

31/08/2024

👋 Ted needs a home! 👋

Ted is a lovely little gentleman. He walks well on the lead but pulls a little. He is reactive to other dogs on walks but is happy to go on regular walks with different dogs with our dog walker 😊 Owners with experience of reactive dogs preferred. 🙏🏼

He is very affectionate and eager to please. Loves a treat his love of food is great for training. ♥️

Please see info via link. 🔗
Please message with questions. 🙋🏽‍♀️

https://www.westyorkshiredogrescue.co.uk/dogs/tedd-our-standard-dachshund/

30/08/2024

There's another Waggy Ways birthday boy today. Happy Birthday Marley from Jane , Beano and Lola at Waggy Ways 🎉🎂🐾🐾

30/08/2024

Some of this week's Waggy Ways super stars after their late summer pampering xx

30/08/2024

23/08/2024

Feature Furry Friday Meet Derek: Your Next Adventure Buddy with a Heart of Gold

Derek is a handsome, strong, and affectionate boy who’s ready to find his forever home. This solid and sociable lad loves a good belly rub and is always happy to shower you with licks. Though he’s not the biggest of standards, Derek is a bundle of energy and joy who will make a fantastic companion for the right person.

Why Derek Could Be the Perfect Dog for You:

Sociable and Affectionate: Derek instantly warms up to people, enjoying close connections and lots of love. He’s always eager for affection and loves to make you feel special with his licks and happy demeanor.
Clean and Well-Behaved Indoors: Derek is very clean in the house and hasn’t caused any damage. He’s crate trained and has adjusted well after an initial period of agitation when first crated.
Quick Learner: Derek has a keen mind and responds well to positive reinforcement. He prefers praise and connection over treats and is eager to please.
Active and Energetic: With a strong prey drive and a love for running, Derek is perfect for someone who enjoys an active lifestyle. He’s good on a lead, especially in rural settings, and has shown significant improvement around livestock.

Derek’s Ideal Home:

Dog-Savvy and Experienced Owner: Derek needs a calm, fit, and experienced owner who can continue his training and provide him with a structured environment. He’s a quick learner but needs guidance and positive reinforcement to thrive.
Quiet and Rural Setting: Derek would do best in a quiet home without sudden changes or disturbances. He enjoys long walks in the countryside and would be happiest in a rural setting where he can explore and burn off his energy.
No Small Animals or Poultry: Due to his strong prey drive, Derek is not suited to a home with small mammals or poultry. He’s a natural ratter and would likely chase or harm smaller animals.

Caution Around Larger Dogs: While Derek has made progress in socialising with larger dogs, he’s still learning and may need supervision and gradual introductions in this area.

A Great Addition to the Right Home:
Derek is a lovely dog with a wonderful demeanor, and he’s eager to find a home where he can continue to grow and thrive. If you’re an experienced dog owner looking for an active, affectionate companion who’s ready to learn and explore the world with you, Derek could be the perfect match.

If you think you could offer Derek the loving, structured home he needs, please get in touch. He’s ready to start his next adventure with you!

Email [email protected]

22/08/2024

Lovely Luna here for her pamper and Summer Shortie before her holiday tomorrow - have a great time lovely girl xx

22/08/2024

The Zigmeister himself here for his pamper - Mr Ziggy Stardust ❤️❤️❤️

22/08/2024

Bailey's Uncle Chalky not to be outdone by his nephew, also here for his pamper and Summer Shortie this week xx

22/08/2024

Birthday Boy Bailey here this week for his birthday pamper ###

20/08/2024

We've got 2 birthdays here at Waggy Ways today
Tilly is 4 and Bailey is 5
Happy Birthday
Hope you've had a pawsome day 🐾🐾

19/08/2024

Bear and Diesel here for their holiday haircut xx

16/08/2024

With wedding season, summer shows and festivals in full swing, have you seen or heard more fireworks than usual? 🎆

The bright flashes and loud bangs might be exciting for us, but can be really scary for dogs.

Ahead of Bonfire Night and the festive season, now is a good time to start to desensitise and counter-condition your dog. Follow our vets' advice to help your pooch understand that fireworks are nothing to be scared of:

Desensitisation:
- Start early: Begin several months before fireworks season.
- Play firework sounds: Use a speaker to play firework sounds at a low volume. Watch for signs of stress such as looking at the speaker, ear twitching, lip licking, running away, yawning repeatedly, or barking. If your dog reacts, stop immediately and try again the next day with a lower volume.
- Increase gradually: If they stay calm, gradually increase the volume over time, always at their pace. Don’t rush this process.
- Once they are completely happy with very loud firework noises and don’t react at all, you can start counter conditioning (training their brain that the noises are a good thing).

Counter-Conditioning:
- Pair sounds with treats: Once your dog is comfortable with the firework sounds, give them a treat each time you switch the noises on. Turn off the sound as soon as they finish eating.

Eventually, your dog will start to associate the noises with a treat and might even start to enjoy the noises or get excited. Always remember to take training slowly, and go at your dogs take them back a step if they seem worried at any point ✅

[Visual description: Small golden coloured dog, lying in a red bed, looking nervous. In the bottom left of the picture there is a pink circle with a firework image in the middle, with a warning symbol to the right of it.]

16/08/2024

Feature Furry Friday Double the Love: Meet Naomi & Karma – A Mother-Daughter Duo in Need of a Forever Home

Naomi and Karma are two gorgeous long-haired dachshunds, a mother and daughter pair, aged 9 and 6. Originally imported from Poland through a Dutch rescue organisation, these two beautiful girls have been deeply loved by their elderly owner. Unfortunately, due to circumstances beyond her control, she has been unable to care for them for the past 12 months. As a temporary solution, Naomi and Karma were placed in kennels, where they have remained ever since.

These lovely ladies are now in desperate need of a permanent, loving home where they can stay together – they simply cannot be separated. Do you have room in your heart and home for not just one, but two wonderful dogs? Naomi and Karma are ready to bring double the joy and affection into your life.

While we believe Naomi and Karma to be fit and healthy, they are currently undergoing health checks to confirm this. Ideally, they would thrive in a home without other dogs or children, where they can receive the attention and care they deserve.

If you can offer Naomi and Karma the immediate, stable home they need – and you have no holiday plans that would delay their adoption – please reach out as soon as possible.

Contact: Louise at [email protected] for more information.

These two sweet girls have waited long enough for their forever home. Could it be with you?

15/08/2024

Candy and Coco here today for their pamper and tidy up xx

14/08/2024

Teddy boy 🐾🧸

https://www.westyorkshiredogrescue.co.uk/dogs/tedd-our-standard-dachshund/

14/08/2024

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Summer Shortie for Mac ###

12/08/2024

Lovely Eadie here today for her post holiday pampering ###❤️😍❤️

09/08/2024

Another stunning selection of Waggy Ways regulars ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

08/08/2024

Bruce's "little" brother Doug here today for his de-shed, pamper bath and outline trim ♥️❤️🇬🇧😍

07/08/2024

Thank you for all of the anniversary wishes, we've had a lovely evening and great meal out.
Settling down with a G&T now ❤️❤️

07/08/2024

Little Ted here for his summer shortie,❤️❤️❤️🇬🇧

07/08/2024

Happy Silver Wedding Anniversary to my wonderful husband Matt Baxter .
It's been joyous, tough, we've laughed and cried we have wonderful children and I love you as much today as I did then ###

06/08/2024

Barney here for his big boy summer pamper ❤️❤️❤️

05/08/2024

Our smiley happy Geoff hasn’t got the Monday blues! 🖤 He is a lover of life all day everyday 😍

https://www.westyorkshiredogrescue.co.uk/dogs/geoff-the-standard-dachshund/

***can be rehomed with another neutered dog in the home or can be rehomed with Ted (who he previously lived with also in rescue.)

05/08/2024

05/08/2024

Happy 1st birthday Rosie , our crazy little firecracker ❤️ from Waggy Ways xx

05/08/2024

Bruce Almighty here tonight for his pamper bath, de-shed, and outline trim♥️❤️🇬🇧😀🥰