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A Dog’s Life Charity
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Dog Welfare in Ireland
2011: Ireland In Numbers
• 17,386 dogs came into pounds in the Republic of Ireland
• Of these 5,586 (33%) were put to sleep
• An average of 15 dogs per day
• Some pounds put down 84% of dogs that come through their doors, some 1%.
• Stray Dogs have 5 days; Surrendered Dogs have 24 hours
South Dublin County Council (in co-operation with A Dog’s Life)
• Approx. 1,000 – 1,200 dogs come through SDCC pound each year
• A Dog’s Life finds places for approx. 75-80% of them with the rest being rehomed directly due mainly to our bi-weekly Facebook campaigns
• South Dublin County Council’s put to sleep rate was only 6% thanks to the work of A Dog’s Life
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A Dog’s Life – A Brief History
2006:
• Founded as Dunboyne Dogs
2008:
• Renamed as A Dog’s Life
2009:
• Granted charitable status
• CHY 18640
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A Dog’s Life – About Us
Our Mission:
• To promote and provide for the welfare of dogs in Ireland by rescuing the stray and surrendered dogs from the pound so that they are not euthanised and providing them with the chance of a better life; and at the same time raise awareness and educate the public about the magnitude of this problem in Ireland.
Funding:
• Direct Donations (supporters)
• Fundraisers (Street Collection, Bag-packing, Xmas Calendars and Cards, Quizzes, Raffles, Sponsored Events, etc
• 100% Volunteer-ran organisation (no salaries)
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A Dog’s Life – What We Do
1. Rescue • Rehome directly in Ireland with suitable adopters
- Home-Checks are carried out
- Suitability assessments and follow-ups are made by our Dog Trainer and Behaviour Analyst
• Find spaces with our Partner Rescues in Ireland, UK, Sweden, Czech Republic
• Reunite stray dogs with their families
• Find caring Foster-Homes or countryside boarding to minimise time spent in the pound
2. Provide veterinary treatment & screening • Neuter, vaccinate and professionally assess all dogs in our care
3. Drive Education / Awareness Campaigns • Educate about responsible ownership of dogs.
• Raise awareness about the current problems in Ireland regarding stray dogs and irresponsible breeding
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What’s Involved
Management
& Admin
(4 Board
Members)
Press
Volunteers
Photo &
Design
Volunteers
Fundraisers,
Events &
Collectors
General
Volunteer
Network
Transporters
& Fosterers
Online
Campaigns
Search! And You Will Find!
Some of our stars
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Frodo’s Adventure
A Very Bad Hair Day
Today I was abandoned by my previous owner.
I think people call this a bad hair day.
A New Home, A New Start
I was in such a bad state, they had to shave all my hair off. I was so cold, but
my new owner gave me a jumper to stay warm.
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Frodo Finds Home
Recognise me? Like my new hairdo?
Sometimes, I don’t even recognise myself.
Sometimes, I wonder how people can do this
to dogs, but mostly I like to think about all the wonderful people
who help us.
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A Star is Born
A future Cruft’s Champion?
My brothers and sisters and I were born in a pound, like orphans. Who knows
what life holds for us now?
This isn’t in the script!
The road to success is never straight, but I never thought it would take a turn
into the dog pound.
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From Wags to Riches
A Real Underdog!
I was nervous when I competed at Cruft’s, but I knew my pals from the
pound were supporting me, and I made them proud!
This one’s for my dawgs!
My Proudest Day
I’m going to need a bigger kennel for all these prizes!
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Dangerous Dogs?
Many people believe that some breeds are bad, just like
me, a Staffordshire Terrier.
Here I am with my scary face!
When you meet me, make up your own mind.
I know that there are no bad dogs, just bad owners.
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Reya (aka Rosita)
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A Word from our Spokesdog
Without all the help from wonderful
fosterers, volunteers and all my new friends at Google, a lot of dogs
would be in doggie heaven.
Some people call it a dog’s life, but for me it’s
the best life ever!
Licks and barks,
Rosita
Thank You,
For further information, please contact:
Ninfa Chacon
A Dog’s Life
087-298 6836