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Carers are wanted to provide a holiday home for dogs

Did you know that researchers have enabling greater social interaction dogs around also receives a small walking and have a secure garden.
noted that there are a great many for owners. payment for looking after her four- “I would love to hear from anyone
health benefits to having a dog in But perhaps the best news is that legged guests. who feels that they could offer a
the family? now you don’t have to take on full “I’ve been a carer for two and home to a well behaved dog for his
Writing in the British Journal time ownership of a dog to enjoy a half years and it’s absolutely holidays, and am looking to expand
of Health Psychology, Dr Deborah those benefits. wonderful. my team of carers.
Wells reviewed a number of Barbara Webb took the route “You get to take dogs out, If you have your own sociable dog
previous research papers concluding of joining dog boarding company socialise with other people and get you can still become a carer.’
that dog ownership can be shown Wagging Tails as a dog carer. She plenty of exercise.” Contact Hilary via email (sn@
to help prevent us from becoming now welcomes guest dogs into her Hilary Coates of the SN branch waggingtailsuk.co.uk) or call her on
ill, facilitate recovery from ill- home for their holidays when their is on the lookout for carers, who 01793 874777 for more details, and
health, reduce levels of anxiety, owners go away and in addition must be home most of the day, start your fitness campaign with a
loneliness and depression as well as to the health benefits of having be experienced with dogs, enjoy furry friend this year!

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