Rescue Malis at Meadow View

21/08/2024

🐾 The Countdown Begins! Only 11 Days Until the 1st Annual Dog Show! 🐾

Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Meadow View Dog Training and Paddock as we raise funds for our Rescue Malis! 🐶 Who’s excited to join us?

But that's not all—our raffle is packed with amazing prizes, including a 50" TV, family tickets to top UK attractions, and generous vouchers from local businesses. 🎁

Mark your calendars, bring your furry friends, and you might even walk away with a rosette—we're awarding them up to 5th place! 🌟

Don't miss out on the fun—see you there! 🎉

11/08/2024

THE DATE # PLEASE SHARE WIDE AND FAR!! 🙏🥰

09/08/2024

YOU TO ALL AUGUST WINNERS THAT HAVE VERY KINDLY DONATED THEIR WINNINGS BACK TO M & M!!!!!!!💞 #

August M&M Maguc number winners:

1st- Nick Dawson 140
2nd- Debbie Ashmore 1
3rd- Emily Hatrick 76

Congratulations and pm to arrange collection!🤩🎉❤️🐾

30/07/2024

🖐 Reality Check!

So I felt I needed to write this post after so many people commenting on how well M & M are doing!

They are.... they are doing amazingly well!!!

But....this is after hours and hours and hours and hours of training!!!!!
Of course we mostly post about their positive achievements ( because we are pleased and proud of their success!) but we rarely mention the negative.

You see Belgium Malinois are not dogs for first time ( 2nd, 3rd, 4th ...even 🤔 ) dog owners or inexperienced handlers! They are crazy intelligent and have insane drives that just do not compare to other dog breeds!! This is why they are widely used by the special forces and the police.

Now take into consideration the above and add in 'trauma'!!!!..... Now we have a very complex set of requirements that need to be handled very very carefully.

Frustration, anxiety, fear and confusion are a lethal mix for a Mali. They very quickly redirect onto something or somebody!

They need to be taught how to deal with separation anxiety because they can't continue to dissect every sofa, bed or blanket, but this has to be done in incremental steps and very carefully!!

They need to be taught how to deal with their preydrive when they see a bunny from their kennel, they can't rip the panel heater off the ceiling everytime!

They need to learn not to redirect onto water bowls, we can't bolt every bowl into a tyre and concrete to the floor to enable a water source to be accessible at all times!

They need to be taught how to accept people and feel comfortable around them, because we can't have them trying to bite every new person they meet because they are scared!

They have to learn not to be reactive towards other dogs even though they may carry traumatic negative experiences about previous contact with other dogs!

They have to learn not to chase vehicles and turn themselves inside out!

They have to learn to trust, despite people letting them down.

Rehabilitation is hard work. Rehabilitation is not a quick fix. Rehabilitation is a journey not an event. Rehabilitation may last week's, months or even years for some dogs!

Meadow and Miles have a long journey ahead of them. Control and management has to be in place at all times! They need their brains engaged with endless training such as agility, scent, obedience, tricks, lifeskills etc.

Every single day has to be handled carefully with kind, ethical and knowledgeable training...because the reality is Love, care and kindness on it's own is not enough....they require the whole package and nothing less!!

Rehabilitation is a rescue promise....not to be broken or handed onto those that can't meet their specific needs however complex they are!

Unfortunately so many Belgium Malinois are let down. Meadow & Miles are two of the lucky ones.

Thank you everyone for your support!💞🐾

12/07/2024

🥰 WISDOM PANEL RESULTS!!🙌

So as I always said from the first day of rescuing them, 'Meadow is definitely mother to Miles!' 😍 These DNA tests have now come back and confirmed this!💞✔️

After protecting him and keeping him safe out on the streets.....she can now rest in the safety that nobody will part them.❤️🐾

100% Malinois, explains and confirms our thoughts and approaches with their training at MV.

Thank you Jane for contributing towards their DNA tests.❤️Xx

06/07/2024

🥹 💖 Miles met his first little person this evening!....

Harriet was such a good girl with him 🥰......melts my heart as this just wouldn't have been possible a couple of months ago!....training with love and kindness can work miracles! 💞🐾🙌
SERIOUS PROGRESS!!!!!!!!!!!!🤩

07/06/2024

🎉🏆 Drumroll, please! 🏆🎉

We're thrilled to announce the winners of this months M+M Magic Numbers Club draw:

1st 🥇 Rich Brown, number 147 - £25
2nd🥈 Kim Burns, number 82 - £10
3rd 🥉 Debbie Ashmore, number 45 - £5

Congratulations to our lucky winners! 🎉💰 Please contact us to arrange the collection of your winnings. And a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and supported this important cause. Your contributions make a world of difference in the lives of Meadow & Miles. 🙏

Keep your paws crossed that your lucky numbers are picked next month 🐾💕

06/06/2024

📣 Join Us for an Exciting Day at Our Charity Dog Show! 🐾

📅 Date: 1st September
📍 Location: Meadow View
🕛 Time: Gates open at 11:30 AM

Get ready for a fantastic day filled with fun and excitement for a great cause! Here's what we have in store for you:

🎉 12-Category Dog Show:
Show off your furry friends and compete in our 12 different categories! Rosettes will be awarded up to 5th place, so every pup has a chance to shine!

🍔 Delicious Food Stalls:
Enjoy a variety of tasty treats from our food stalls. There’s something for everyone to savour!

🏠 Local Businesses:
Explore products and services from amazing local businesses. It’s a great opportunity to support our community!

🎟 HUGE Raffle:
Don't miss out on our raffle with incredible prizes, including tickets to Drayton Manor and a 50-inch TV! It's your chance to win big!

🎟 Entry: FREE!
All proceeds from the dog show will go towards supporting our rescue, Mali's Meadow & Miles.

Bring your friends, family, and furry companions for a day of joy and community spirit. Let’s make this event a huge success and help our rescue animals!

See you there! 🐶❤

Thank you for your support so far; Stone & Ivy, Kas Crafty Corner, The Rutland Chef, Oakham Wines, Sarpech, SAP's, PRINK, The Beauty Snug, Mud Daddy, Lands End and Cake Head.

Animal rescue service

22/05/2024

😁🙏 SO THIS HAPPENED AT LAST!!! 💦
After hours of desensitisation with the water that both Meadow & Miles really didn't like.....we finally got to bath them! 🧽

5 months of not smelling the best! 😖
After we took them in we soon realised they were both very afraid of water!!' Meadow was petrified of the water hose used in the training school..( suggesting some negative experiences for sure bless her!)
There was no way we were going to bath them until they were ready and consented! So after hours of gentle exposure, games and fun.....along with a sunny day...we finally got there....and boy they smell so much better when we give them kisses now!! 😉😄🥰🙌🫶🐾

12/05/2024

Such a lovely weekend of sunshine....but both Meadow and Miles were both afraid to play in the cool water!😟
We soon changed that with a little time and patience....🥰🙌

09/05/2024

🎉🏆 Drumroll, please! 🏆🎉

We're thrilled to announce the winners of our first M+M Magic Numbers Club draw:

🥇 Winner of £25: Nick Paish -103
🥈 Winner of £10: Angie Barsby - 38
🥉 Winner of £5: Mary Barreau - 12

Congratulations to our lucky winners! 🎉💰 Please contact us to arrange the collection of your winnings. And a heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated and supported this important cause. Your contributions make a world of difference in the lives of Meadow & Miles. 🙏

Keep your paws crossed that your lucky numbers are picked next month 🐾💕

28/03/2024

😋 Improving condition in dogs takes time, with the correct food and training!

Meadow and Miles were not in good condition when they came, ( see photo on the right!) Miles wasn't even sure what dog food was!! 🥺 It took time, trust and lots of hand feeding to start with.

But gradually we have built up their meals. ( Thank you to Arden Grange for the very kind donation of the sensitive superfood range kibble needed for them!!🙏💞🙌 Thank you to Sarah Rigby for the home cooked food parcels!❤️🙌🐾)

They have come to enjoy and look forward to meal times! They have been introduced gradually to extra healthy superfoods like carrots and blueberries, and have learned to eat from Kongs!
'We are what we eat' as they say...they are starting to look great, have energy and can look forward to promised meals now!

For Meadow & Miles -gone are those days of feeling hungry and never knowing when they would eat again!

❤️🐾🙌

25/03/2024

Introducing the M + M Magic Numbers club! 🐾✨

🎉 What is it? Just like a village/community 100 Club, its purpose is to cover the cost of Meadow and Miles' monthly pet insurance. Plus, there's a chance to win cash prizes every month!

🏆 Monthly Prize Draw: 3 cash prizes of £25, £10, and £5!

🔍 How to join:

Complete and sign a club membership form (available in the classroom at Meadow View).

Pay £12 per number for the year (£1/month).

You'll be allocated a number from 1 to 150. Feel free to buy more than one!

💰 Payment:

Via https://gofund.me/3f164ab4 with the reference 'Magic Numbers'. Or pay by cash at Meadow View.

🗓 When: The draw will take place on the 3rd of each month, starting in May!

🌈 Let's get started: The quicker you sign up, the quicker we can start!

🎲 Allocated numbers and the monthly draw will be determined by a random number generator to ensure fairness for everyone.

📢 N.B. All participants must be over 16.

📧 For any queries, contact Gemma Fesemeyer, the Administrator, on 07810 542961 or email [email protected] with the subject 'Magic Numbers Club'.

Let's come together to support Meadow and Miles on their journey! Sign up now and spread the word!

17/03/2024

Once again we owe a huge thank you to Stamford Veterinary Centre for their care and commitment to Meadow & Miles!!🤗

Covering the financial costs of their vaccinations and health checks are incredibly generous and very much appreciated!!!.... 💞

But to be lucky enough to have such an experienced, caring and compassionate veterinary surgeon ( David Cawte)- to come out to these rescues and spend time getting to know them, understand them and befriend them is exceptional service!! This is an amazing contribution to their rehabilitation!!

Creating this friendship and trust with them (especially with extremely anxious Miles) will help make that transition to the practice so much easier! We can't thank you enough David & Jess for always going that extra mile, we are so very grateful for your efforts!!🐾🙌

# highly recommended!!!!!

22/02/2024

🥰 Meadow & Miles would like to say 'Thank you' for their new toys purchased with some of the donation pennies!!🩵🩷🐾
Such a horrid rainy day today, ( Meadow HATES the rain bless her 😑🌨 ) that we decided to play inside and give them a new toy each!
They were thrilled with their new Kong balls and paraded around very proudly with them. Fills your heart to see two little souls so very grateful for the smallest things.....they didn't want to put them down! 💞

Toy play is a very important part of training and rehabilitation. For some dogs toys are the highest reward, so to be able to teach positive retrieve, swaps and outs to prevent resource guarding of high value items is important. 🙌🐾

18/02/2024

🥰 ON TOP OF THE WORLD!!....
Meadow and Malibu have been enjoying some free time in the private paddock watching the world go by!
In fact it's all part of their training without them realising it! We are practising recall and watching the dogs come and go from the training barn (teaching disengagement from a distance!)
It's lovely to watch them running, playing and choosing to check in with us....feeling happy and safe!🐾💞

14/02/2024

🥰 Meadow and Miles would like to say 'Happy Valentines Day Everyone'- and 'Thank you!' 💞🐾

They are definitely feeling loved at last ( thanks to everyone!) .... no more lonely, cold nights on the streets for these two little souls anymore! Xx

11/02/2024

❤️ This little video melts my heart!

It takes time, trust and love to enable a rescue dog with trauma to totally decompress, and allow themselves to sleep...with both eyes shut!

Trust and feeling safe is one of the most important first steps of rehabilitation!!!!

I feel honoured they feel safe in our company and trust us to watch over them as they sleep.....💞🐾

07/02/2024

🤗 A huge big 'Thank you' to Stamford Veterinary Centre !! 🥰🙌
Today Meadow & Miles received their vaccinations, kennel cough and Chip for Miles....kindly donated by Stamford Veterinary Centre!
( Thank you Jess for arranging and caring!!)🥰🙏

Our muzzle training was crucial to today's successful visit ( Thank you George & Harry for all your help!! ) and allowed Veterinary Surgeon David to safely administer Miles vaccinations and Chip.
David was absolutely amazing with our little fear reactive Miles!- he took the time to make a home visit to Meadow View Dog Paddock & Training where Miles feels safe and comfortable...( he is not yet ready for a trip to the vets and a home visit avoided any possible relapse in his rehabilitation progress!)

David spent time interacting with Miles and made him feel comfortable- he was patient and gentle.....and his expertise really showed! We were very privileged to have David attend and accommodate them both so well!!! 🥰🙌

Thank you Jess, David and Stamford Veterinary centre- from Meadow & Miles!!💞🐾Xx

02/02/2024

We are beyond grateful to Equafleece for their extraordinary kindness and support! 🐾✨ Their heavily discounted dog suits have become a game-changer for our beloved Meadow & Miles, who, while initially intrigued about their new pyjamas, are now ready to face the cold nights in both warmth and style.

Last night marked a remarkable milestone in the incredible journey of Meadow & Miles. From the very beginning, Miles was a timid and anxious soul, and it was challenging to be in the same room without triggering his anxiety. Fast forward to yesterday, and we found ourselves not only in the same room with Miles but also cuddling up on the sofa after a spirited chase around the training yard with Mum Meadow.

This heart warming scene truly brings tears to our eyes as we reflect on the tremendous progress they've made. The fact that we can now share moments of joy, playfulness, and cosy cuddles with Miles is a testament to the time, patience, and love bestowed upon him by Donna, Lucy, and entire family over the past few weeks.

Witnessing this brave duo play like normal dogs, clad in their adorable Equafleece pyjamas, is a powerful reminder of how much better their lives are now compared to the uncertain fate they faced initially. It's moments like these that fuel our commitment to their rehabilitation and well-being.

Thank you all, for being an essential part of this heart warming transformation! 🙏❤️ What do you think of Meadow and Miles in their adorable pyjamas? Share your thoughts below! 👇🐾

01/02/2024

No fancy Music or script...just a video showing this little rescue boy enjoying his training, the sunshine and being loved!.....Happy February everyone!🥰

28/01/2024

We have been muzzle training with Meadow & Miles this week. All dogs should be muzzle trained ( in the event of a veterinary emergency!) but especially important for fear reactive rescue dogs such as Miles!

He will need to be seen by a vet soon to start his vaccinations and implant his chip. This will cause Miles some anxiety but is essential for his health, being muzzle trained will ensure everyone's safety.

Muzzles should always be introduced through fun training using incremental steps. Having fun and making positive associations with the muzzle makes it as comfortable as a collar or harness to wear.

As you can see Miles is offering duration holds and is finding it fun! This little lad is really starting to trust us bless him!😍🙏x

23/01/2024

A big thank you to the lads ( Roy, George, Ben, Nick, Harry & Anthony) working till late through challenging weather conditions preparing the base for Meadow & Miles new kennels!!🤩🙏
Meanwhile Meadow & Miles were enjoying their dinner and learning how to use a kong!!
Meadow went for her first post op check yesterday and they were pleased with her.😊❤️🐾

20/01/2024

We would just like everybody to know that Meadow is doing well after being spayed yesterday! 🥰 We want to thank all our generous donors for making this possible!

Suspected past multiple litters and with adolescent pup in tow it was crucial to get Meadow Spayed! Free from having to produce anymore babies, and the risk of a later pyometra lessened.

Meadow is such a beautiful and brave soul, we can only imagine the stress of trying to keep her son safe whilst on the run together!💞

So the past couple of weeks we have been building her trust, teaching her to relax and letting her realise she can go to sleep with both eyes shut! ( hard when you've been in survival mode as a stray 😪 ) No longer needing to be on high alert all the time......
Enjoying her cosy, soft bed and classic FM radio in the background.

Today I feel privileged that she finds comfort in me after her operation, that I am able to sooth her and make her feel loved and safe.............as she deserves!!!❤️🐾

19/01/2024

🥰 So today has been a big day for Miles. Mum Meadow has gone in to be spayed leaving him on his own.

Miles has been with us for nearly 2 weeks now, in that time he has made huge progress!....( for a rescue anyway!)

He is very timid, nervous, shy and frightened of his own shadow. We have no idea what he has experienced, seen and been through! Judging by all his war scars and poor condition he has had a very hard life so far.

We have so far spent hours with him, teaching him it's OK to be around humans and gaining his trust...the first part of any rehabilitation training.
Today he was relaxed in what was once a very scary environment!....a little win but such a huge one!!💞🙌🐾

18/01/2024

Hey everyone, Megan here! 🌟

For those who don't know, I'm often at Meadow View, training my two incredible dogs. There's my lovely Rolo, the scent work superstar - he's the one you'll probably hear barking enthusiastically before you even catch a glimpse of him. And then there's the swift and skillful Arla, who absolutely shines in agility training. 🐾🏆

As a proud dog lover, owner, and an avid supporter and client of Meadow View Dog Training. Like many of you, I've witnessed the incredible work Donna and her dedicated team do for dogs in need. Donna goes above and beyond without ever seeking help, and it was time to change that.

So, I decided to take a leap and start a fundraiser for the recent rescue Malinois. After a lot of conversations with Donna and Lucy, we set a target of £3,500 to provide these beautiful souls with the comfort and care they deserve.

I am absolutely over the moon to share that your generosity has exceeded all expectations! Together, we've raised a staggering £5,950! 🎉 This means we've been able to secure a brand-new, bespoke kennel tailored to the unique needs of these Mali’s. I want to extend an enormous round of appaws to fellow wonderful clients of MV, Nick & Ronnie, who have kindly donated £2,800 to cover the costs of this kennel which goes beyond generous.

As well as this, we have raised an astounding £3,150 through-out cash donations and the go fund me page for veterinary care. This includes the recent emergency eye operation for Meadow. Sadly, half of our vet fund is already allocated, emphasizing the urgent need to keep the fundraising momentum going.

Why More? 🤔: You might be wondering, "Why do we need more?" Well, emergency surgeries, unexpected vet costs, and ongoing care for dogs can quickly add up. Your continuous support is crucial to ensure their well-being, comfort, and a smooth road to recovery.

🚀 What's Next? We're not slowing down! We're on a mission to raise additional funds for the unforeseen challenges that may arise, making sure we provide the best care for these special dogs.

🙏 Gratitude Overflowing: I want to express immense gratitude to everyone who has contributed so far. Your support is the backbone of this incredible journey, and we can't thank you enough.

🌈 Join Us! If you haven't already, join us in this uplifting mission. Every pound makes a difference in securing a brighter future for our Meadow View Mali’s.

18/01/2024

Hi everyone, 🤗
So, a little introduction to all of you that are not yet part of the Meadow View Dog Training ( MV) family.

My name is Donna Wright, and I'm head trainer here at MV. Meadow View Dog Paddock & Training dog
Late one evening nearly a fortnight ago, a client of ours sent a message to say she was bringing over a stray dog she had managed to catch after nearly running it over!

We were greeted in the carpark by our client Paris, with a very frightened Malinois sat on the back seat of her car. She didn't want to get out and was quite visibly frightened!

So, my daughter Lucy,( also a fully qualified instructor at MV with her own rescue Belgium Malinois) gently lured the frightened bitch from the car.

Once safely inside our classroom, we could see the bitch had been in pup a few times and of medium age. We scanned her with our Halo scanner and was hopeful when we found a chip number!

Unfortunately, her details had not been updated and were only registered to her original breeder, who clearly stated the dog hadn't been her responsibility since she left her care.😔

Paris also informed us there was another younger looking Malinois who had bolted off frightened when trying to catch the bitch!!
After thanking Paris for catching her, informing the dog warden and vets, we decided to allow the poor dog to eat and settle a while. We obviously couldn't rest knowing the other dog was loose near a main road, frightened and alone. Myself, my daughter Lucy, husband Anthony, and son Ben set off to search.

After a few hours, my son found him and spent the next hour gently luring him to safety. We returned with a very traumatised youngster in a very poor state.😔

There was no room in the shelters, and with only a promised 7 days ( for owners to collect or a space to become available at a shelter) euthanasia looked inevitable.
As a family that has rescued animals and dogs ( behavioural & disabilities mostly) for the last 27 years, we were not going to let these poor dogs down!!

But with finances already stretched, we needed the help of our MV family to save this poor mum and pup!.......
Photos of us catching them and the state they were in..

Donna.🐾x