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playforstrays

PlayforStrays, a registered charity, brings toys for positive enrichment and mental stimulation to dogs and cats in rescues locally and globally.

Just for fun......What is Gertrude thinking? Funni Just for fun......What is Gertrude thinking? Funniest answer wins....and go! ๐Ÿคฃ ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Good morning rescues! We have a LOT of dog treats Good morning rescues!

We have a LOT of dog treats up for grabs if anyone can collect today?  We've an MOT coming up so need it cleared ๐Ÿ’ช๐Ÿฝ

Send us a message as usual to arrange.

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A pallet of Meadow Munchies delivered to the guys A pallet of Meadow Munchies delivered to the guys at Foxy's and Equine Halfway house. 
Although what's inside the boxes are for the rabbits, goats and horses the cats have decided the cardboard is for them ๐Ÿ˜† 
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Huge thanks to the customers and staff of Seth's L Huge thanks to the customers and staff of Seth's Little Zoo for the constant support.
Their petshop, based in Carrick, has everything you need in-store and online. You can even make a donation to PlayforStrays in their online checkout, how cool is that!
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This month at outreach we were able to bring new c This month at outreach we were able to bring new coats to Oreo and Poppy, donated by the fabulous Dawn. Poppy's dad loved the bright colours whilst Oreo was more interested in drinking delicious @oralade_official and killing teddies than wearing his new coat ๐Ÿ˜†
We also brought a cat shelter, donated by our friend and supporter Sasha from Prevent Pet Poverty, for a regular at the outreach that dearly loves his cats. Barry from the outreach group is going to bring this to where they live. 
Thank you to everyone that supports us and making the difference to these wee pets and their dads ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
We at PlayforStrays are very excited to be partner We at PlayforStrays are very excited to be partnering with Oralade to bring Oral Rehydration Support to cats and dogs within rescue.  You may have already noticed it starting to be donated in recent posts. 
If you are a rescue organisation, and already know of this product, then you are aware of the immense benefits it brings.  If you're unsure, then have a look at the infopics here and further information can be found on www.oralade.com
Just let us know how many bottles you could benefit from and we'll start organising the rest ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
A full car load of dog and cat food, treats and to A full car load of dog and cat food, treats and toys away to Tara.  Also in this donation is the excellent product @oralade_official . Suitable for cats and dogs we have this available for any rescue that needs it, just reach out ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Outreach night, meet the people behind the scenes! Outreach night, meet the people behind the scenes!
On the first Monday of every month the guys from Reaching Out Homeless and Community Support are there in all weathers at the bottom of Tomb Street under the flyover handing out food, tea, clothes and anything else people need. Tonight a young man needed a tent and Roz was on mission to get that sorted. Then, on the first Monday of every month, Lauren from Street Paws and other qualified vets and vet nurses are there for flea and worming treatment, vaccines and general advice. We at PlayforStrays are also there on the first Monday of every month to bring food, toys, treats and whatever else we can donate.
Three charities working together for those that need a little bit of help. 
Some weeks are very busy, others not so much, and there is a real community feel. We all know the guys, and their furry family members, by name and can't wait to see them each month. 
Councillor's and others may come and go now and again, promise the world or throw a few token items, then do nothing further except have a picture opportunity......disgusting really. However the likes of Lauren, Roz, Barry, Cathy and others will always be there to help those in need. If you want to support any of these charities then please click their links and find out more ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Here's Kelly from Newry & Mourne Pet Foodbank with Here's Kelly from Newry & Mourne Pet Foodbank with a car filled front to back with lots of dog and cat goodies.
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Half a van load of cat food has been dropped off w Half a van load of cat food has been dropped off with @lilaslegacyballyclare .  Cat Rescuer's, get in touch with Janet directly to arrange pickup ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Van load of food and treats went to Animal Connexi Van load of food and treats went to Animal Connexions Rescue & Rehoming.  Thanks Brian for collecting! ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Rescues! We have a van load of treats and food for Rescues! We have a van load of treats and food for dogs. It's a mix of wet and dry. 
Message us if this seems suitable for you. ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Huge apologies to our outreach guys as we won't ma Huge apologies to our outreach guys as we won't make it tonight due to being snowed in. The van just won't make it to the main road safely.  If you're really struggling, send us a message. Will try our best to sort something another way. 
We're sorry ๐Ÿ˜ž
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Thank you to everyone that entered the ladder raff Thank you to everyone that entered the ladder raffle at Murdock Home Centre in The Junction, Antrim. We collected a fab ยฃ95.11 from them today and that should pay off the final part of our vet bills. Feels great to enter 2026 with a clear vet account โ˜บ๏ธ
Congrats to the winner!
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Wishing all our supporters a very Happy New Year. Wishing all our supporters a very Happy New Year.  We look forward to stepping into 2026 with you once again to try our best to help as many animals, and people, as possible ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
More than 1,000 tins of food, kitten sachets, trea More than 1,000 tins of food, kitten sachets, treats, toys and bedding all left off at Lila's Legacy.  Some lovely wrapped xmas presents too from our wonderful supporters. 
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Thank you so much to Carla from Aldergrove Animals Thank you so much to Carla from Aldergrove Animals Boarding Kennels for the ยฃ300 donation from their recent hamper raffle!
This is coming straight off our vet bill, which we are desperately chipping away at. Old and disabled sanctuary animals have a lot of ailments and treatments, so this really helps ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
โ˜ƒ๏ธ Outreach xmas night โ˜ƒ๏ธ Thank you to everyone th โ˜ƒ๏ธ Outreach xmas night โ˜ƒ๏ธ
Thank you to everyone that donated bags of gifts for the pets of the homeless and vulnerably housed.
Here we have a few very happy recipients getting their gifts tonight. 
Alongside Reaching Out Homeless and Community Support who offered food, snacks, drinks and hot food for their mum's and dads, and @streetpawsuk  who were there for vet support. 
Thank you to all who gives their best to help those less fortunate or are just on hard times. No judgement, no bias, no religion...just some helping where they can.  Your support is invaluable ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
We were truly delighted to get a call from Ballyme We were truly delighted to get a call from Ballymena Dunelm to say that we were to be a recipient of donated items for dogs. 
Their customers had been collecting these goodies over the past few weeks.  We will be sharing these with rescues and others over the next week or two and many have already been donated.
Thank you again Shell and Dunelm ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
Thank you Claire for reaching out to be a drop off Thank you Claire for reaching out to be a drop off point for toys! Be sure to follow The Pet Nurse everyone ๐Ÿ’œ๐Ÿพ
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