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👏🏽 Thank you Sandra for sending us this box

👏🏽 Thank you Sandra for sending us this box of dog food from our Amazon Wishlist. 84 sachets worth. Brilliant. 📦 If you would also like to send us a little something from our wishlist please click below, it also explains how to use Amazon Smile, where everything you buy also results in a monetary donation at no cost to you 😁

https://playforstrays.org.uk/amazon/

Thanks Strayers 💜🐾 #Dog #Puppy #Cat #Kitten #Rescue #Toy #AnimalRescue #AdoptDontShop #Animals #AnimalWelfare #AnimalLovers #Donate #LoveAnimals #DogsOfInstagram #CatsOfInstagram

👏 Huge thanks to those that have donated from o

👏 Huge thanks to those that have donated from our Amazon Wishlist this week. 🦍Thanks Christophe for the KONG. We don't know who sent the rest. Please don't forget to add your name to the order note for a shout out 📦 If you'd like to send us something from our wishlist, and also choose us as your charity of choice, please sign in through 'Amazon Smile' and choose PlayforStrays. We'll get your goodies AND a portion of the cost back as cash at no extra cost to you!

Follow this link to our website about Amazon Smile. Thanks Strayers 💜🐾 https://playforstrays.org.uk/amazon/

#Dog #Puppy #Cat #Kitten #Rescue #Toy #AnimalRescue #AdoptDontShop #Animals #AnimalWelfare #AnimalLovers #Donate #LoveAnimals #DogsofInstagram #CatsofInstagram

Tesco Pet Food Donation We were truly humbled thi

Tesco Pet Food Donation

We were truly humbled this week when, once again, the generosity of Tesco Distribution Centre in Antrim shone.

This picture represents only some of the animals that will not go hungry this week. Thank you to their owners for sending the pics.

So many owners were at their wits end, and desperate for help. The self employed and furloughed seemed particularly hard hit. Our hearts go out to you and we will get through this, hang in there!

When one member of the public was honest enough to say that they didn't eat the day before because they needed dog food, I nearly broke. A smile as wide as theirs I have never witnessed, once they filled their cart with dog food.
Some of the local human and animal charities were able to take stuff too, which we are delighted about of course. And before any of the food could spoil in the garage the last of it was finally moved today.

Working together brought this about, and I hope we can offer it again soon. Individual thanks to Shaz & Craig, Katie, Moreno and David, without any of you guys this would have never happened to begin with. Also huge thanks to Andy from Myles Transport Services for the use of the van, and an unnamed family member (by request) that was able to transport the food.
Stay strong Strayers, you WILL get through it ✊💜🐾

📢 Calling All Dog Lovers! 📺 Would you like y

📢 Calling All Dog Lovers! 📺 Would you like your pooch to be part of a TV documentary?
Then, read on and apply as per the casting call notes below.
Hopefully see some of you on the TV soon 🙂 💜🐾 Please share widely.....

Did you know that @harlso_the_balancing_hound is a

Did you know that @harlso_the_balancing_hound is an Ambassador for PlayforStrays?

Tonight I'll be speaking to Harlso's Dad, Paul, as part of their "Stay Home with Harlso" series about Negrita's journey from the Amazon Rainforest until now.

Tune in to Harlso's Instagram Live today here 👇: https://www.instagram.com/harlso_the_balancing_hound/

Feel free to ask questions in the live feed and we'll try and answer them.

7pm GMT / 2pm ET / 11am PT

Speak to you then Strayers! 💜🐾

@slaughterhouse_survivors Could it be really happe

@slaughterhouse_survivors
Could it be really happening Strayers?
Below are the words directly from Slaughterhouse Survivors.
Is the Dog and Cat meat trade going to end?
Here's hoping! 🐾💜 Here we go guys... The moment of make or break for the DCMT in China.

The Ministry of Agricultural and Rural Affairs in China has proposed a new 'livestock' list, which now excludes dogs and cats, as a response of this pandemic. The newly proposed list has been submitted for public opinion in China between 8th April - 8th May. The same way the Shenzhen one did.
For 1 month the public of China have the chance to share their opinion and essentially vote whether they agree with the new list or not 🤞 Now is the local animal activists' time to shine.
They can share their support for the change and exclusion of dogs and cats either by email, telephone or in person.
If you know any citizens in China, please ask them to send a polite and supportive email agreeing to the changes, clearly stating to stop dog and cat meat. Racism and abuse has no place here, and will NOT help the case, and could do the opposite. Please please please only email words of support for this proposal - only Chinese language will be accepted.

This is a long time coming, and we need to stand united right now. Not separated in a world already torn up.

Today marks the beginning of Lucy's Law being intr

Today marks the beginning of Lucy's Law being introduced into England for puppies and kittens.
Backyard breeders / Front room Breeders / Puppies for Profit / Puppy Farms / Puppy Mills / whatever you want to call them - ALL ILLEGAL NOW!

Whilst we never advocate dog breeding for any reason, this is surely a step in the right direction.
Thank you to all that supported Marc Abraham's cause, signed his petition, and forced it to become law.

We hope this moves across the rest of the UK and Ireland soon! Read about it below:

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/lucys-law-spells-the-beginning-of-the-end-for-puppy-farming 📷 [mirror.co.uk]

Kitty and Puppy Haven Who remembers this wee JRT,

Kitty and Puppy Haven

Who remembers this wee JRT, Tinker?
We're delighted to see a video from her new home and I think it's safe to say that she's landed on her feet

She held a special place in the hearts of Michelle and the rest of the gang at KPH, but their hearts are bursting now with delight.
Good luck to you and your new forever family Tinker! 💜🐾 Here's a link to her original post:

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1174862082713199&id=539307939601953

#JRT #Johannesburg #SouthAfrica #DogRescue

@nisbtr Hi Strayers! Julie from NISBTR has sent

@nisbtr

Hi Strayers!
Julie from NISBTR has sent us through these fab pics of Buster playing with toys from the xmas donation.
Isn't he a beaut!? We're delighted that PlayforStrays can still provide enrichment and enjoyment during a turbulent time.

Julie, pencil me in for a playdate when this has all subsided! 💜🐾

Some of us are fortunate enough to be working from

Some of us are fortunate enough to be working from home now and have new co-workers! 🦜🐶 This is Spencer and, of course, Negrita. Both rescues and loving to help me with the day job!
Let's see pics of your co-workers at your new 'office'. Bonus points for any funny comments by replacing your pets name with 'co-worker'. I'll start....... "I had to fire my co-worker today because he shat on my chair!" 🤣 💜🐾

Covid-19 Statement - Social Responsibility In rec

Covid-19 Statement - Social Responsibility
In recent weeks PlayforStrays has had to postpone or cancel donations to more than one rescue. This is both locally in NI and abroad and directly relates to Covid-19 in one way or another.
Each country is taking their own standpoint on how to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 and each rescue within those countries have further mitigation measures that may differ or be contradictory to one another.

Therefore PlayforStrays will not be proactively visiting rescues until things have begun to settle. The health of the volunteers and staff within those rescues is pivotal to ensure the animals receive continuous care.
We will also not be collecting any of the donations from our Drop off points unless specifically requested to do so.
No member of PlayforStrays wants to be the Trojan horse that brings disease in or out.
However we are not being idle. There are many things happening behind the scences already to support rescues locally and abroad. We won't necessarily be promoting all these things but we will judge at the time what, or if, we can add by way of value or support.
Above all stay safe and well and take care of one another, four legs or two.

📹 A little video from our visit to @hogokencafe

📹 A little video from our visit to @hogokencafe 🏙 When space in a crowded city is at a premium, rescue centre's have to think outside of the box. Hence this café idea. 🐶 Most of these guys are up for adoption and their little coats say their names and whether they can have some treats or not. 🗼If you live in Tokyo and would like to offer a home like our follower @dogmomtokyo did, get in touch with them directly. 💜🐾

@hogokencafe This week I've been in Japan and it

@hogokencafe

This week I've been in Japan and it has been nearly impossible to find a dog rescue to visit in Tokyo!

On Sunday I found a café on the outskirts, but it is a café with a difference.
You may know that Japan is plagued by animal cafés that may have puppies, kittens, owls, otters, racoon dogs or birds etc. I wouldn't touch these with a bardge pole as their only intent is to make money from the public to the detriment of the animals involved.
So, I was initially sceptical about the 'dog rescue' café, but after much research found this to be unfounded.
Hogoken have their rescue animals in the café where new potential owners can come and meet them in a relaxed manner. Or, like me, just enjoy their company and offer support by buying a beverage, doggy treats or an item from their small shop. It is set in an unassuming street and could be easily missed. Thankfully google maps helped me out!

PlayforStrays did not do a toy donation here, instead opting for a monetary one. Not what we like to do but seemed more fitting.
The place is small, as are all the pups, but perfectly formed.
Video will follow in later posts. 💜🐾

@slaughterhouse_survivors It isn't just about the

@slaughterhouse_survivors

It isn't just about the toys.... When the Wuhan coronavirus hit we knew it was going to get serious for the girls and animals in Harbin. But could never guess the extent of the lockdown they're currently under.
So, with generous donations of medical supplies from Chris, facemasks from Claire plus other bits and pieces we managed to get all donated items out.
Thanks to everyone involved 💜🐾

@evergreeninsuranceservices 🌲PlayforStrays have

@evergreeninsuranceservices 🌲PlayforStrays have received their first dividend of £100 from our friends at Evergreen Insurance Services! 💜 We are delighted, yet humbled, that there are businesses and private individuals out there willing to choose us. Thank you. ✊ We all have our part to play in helping the environment, and all of it's inhabitants, so choosing our daily requirements in an ethical manner is very important, 🖱Click through and see what they could do for you, and what you can do for the environment 🙂 https://evergreeninsuranceservices.co.uk/playforstrays/

Thanks Strayers 💜🐾 #EthicalInsurance #EthicalChoice #Green #Planet

@streetpawsvet and Reaching Out Homeless Support

@streetpawsvet and Reaching Out Homeless Support

On the first Monday of every month we'll be out offering dogs of the vulnerably housed a warm coat, new toy and a cuddle!

This is done next to volunteers from Street Paws who offer free vet advice and parasite treatments etc, and Reaching Out that give their owners a nice hot meal and cup of tea or hot chocolate!
3 charities, standing together in a wee corner of Belfast, all trying to do our bit.

It's a proper little community now and great to have long chats with some of the guys that come along.
Here are a few pics from last night that include the Street Paws gang, Tara and Princess the Staffords and Esmae the Frenchie. Don't they all look nice and cosy in their new coats? 🙂 Thanks to all you Strayers that keep donating and keep us going 💜🐾 #Homeless #StreetPaws #Winter

@petsathomecraigavon 🛒 Here's Karen handing ove

@petsathomecraigavon 🛒 Here's Karen handing over another overflowing trolley full of goodies!

Most of this will find their way to local NI rescues of course 🙂 Thank you 💜🐾

Lila's Legacy We were delighted, and humbled, by

Lila's Legacy

We were delighted, and humbled, by Lila's Legacy donation this week. We had heard lovely things about them and I can confirm them as true.

All the cats here are either geriatric (some 20+), disabled or otherwise "unadoptable". But everyone is so lovely.

The rescue is a former human home, now 100% given over to the cats. It's their home from home with access around the house and securely outside if they want too.

Please give them a follow and support their work, they deserve it.
Thanks Strayers 💜🐾

👏🏽 A huge thank you to Ursula and all her ha

👏🏽 A huge thank you to Ursula and all her hardworking colleague's for personally collecting all these toys, treats and blankets. 🐶🐩🐕 Posing in Perfection (for about 2.6 seconds 🤣) is Morgan, Rufus and Bailey who all gave the best doggy hugs ever!
Thank you Ursula 💜🐾

@mountainwarehouse at @thejunctionantrim has been

@mountainwarehouse at @thejunctionantrim has been busy collecting toys and goodies for us. Here's Leeanne giving over the most recent donation of toys dropped in by customers.
This very dog friendly store, and retail park, welcomes you and your four legged family members.

Be warned though...... Leeanne and her team demands doggy hugs and pets 😁

Thanks guys, you're all superb 💜🐾 #toy #dog #cat #rescueisbest

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