Ways You Can Help In The New Year.....

I just wanted to point out some great ways you can support us, do your on line shopping, and help raise funds as well as donate!

Click on the Easyfundraising banner on the left (or follow the link below) chose SHAK as your charity and then link through to your on line shopping websites such as Ebay through Easyfundraising. This really does work, and to date we have raised over £416 from this website!

SHAK Easyfundraising.....

Launched just before Christmas, our Amazon Wish List has been a huge success. So if you'd like to donate food or equipment but live anywhere else in the world, you can do via the link below!

SHAK Amazon Wish List.....

Thank you in advance for your support.
 

Thanks To All That Have Pre Ordered!....

Abandoned by the people you trust,left on your own without the family you adore. Everything you've ever known gone forever. Surrounded by strange places and strange people. Your whole life turned upside down. How would you cope?

But every cloud has a silver lining and for this dog the emptiness is gradually replaced by new friends, best friends, all with their own story to tell, and perhaps all facing the same fate.

It’s A Dog's Lifeis an insight into the frightening and heart-breaking world of a stray dog – a Rottweiler’s view on life in a pound after he loses everything he's ever owned,loved and cherished, and his battle to try and understand why.

Written by myself, Stephen Wylie, each copy sold means a donation to SHAK.

PLEASE NOTE AT THE MOMENT THIS IS PRE-ORDER ONLY. RELEASE DATE JANUARY 2013.

Pre Order Your Copy Here.....

Unwanted Gifts?....

As the Christmas festivities come to an end and we all get ready for the New Year, please remember us when your sorting through your Christmas gifts. A lot of our fundraising comes from our SHAK Tombola's and we could definately make use of any of your unwanted gifts.

If you do have any presents you don't want and would like to donate please get in touch with Joan via email joanaustin@shak.org.uk

Thank you once again for your support.

Happy New Year To Derek.....

Just a reminder that Derek is open tomorrow as usual down at Fountainhead Car Park at Seaton Sluice for teas, coffees, soups, scones and popcorn! Why not pop down and wish him a Happy New Year.

Christmas Fun.....

Thanks to everyone who has sent me their Christmas photo's of SHAK dogs having fun. I remember when each and everyone arrived with us with their own sorry tail! It's great to see them like this:

Old Foxy himself..... Seymour.

Elmo (formerly Jake)

Elmo likes his gifts!

Blue desperate to get into his stocking!

For his rubber chicken!

Woody with his very own range of stockings!

Its all just a bit much for Diesel!

Big brother tells him to get up!

Bailey longing for his stocking to fall off.

"I'll even put on this silly hat"

 

Merry Christmas.....

Thank you for all your support, and Merry Christmas. x

Scout In The Driving Seat.....

Here's a picture of my newest foster Scout deciding its his turn to drive the Landrover. I guess it's anything those New Zealand dogs can do, SHAK dogs can do too!

Technical Hitch.....

Sorry for the lack of "It's A Dogs Life" the radio show this morning. Lionheart Radio are suffering some technical difficulties caused by the weather we think. Plans to reschedule will be announced on here as soon as things are back up and running.

SHAK Radio Show Christmas Special.....

Please don't forget to tune into "It's A Dogs Life" The SHAK Radio Show tomorrow from 9am - 11am on Lionheart Radio 107.3 fm. Or listen live on line at www.lionheartradio.com.

Its the last one of 2012 and a Christmas Special, so please tune in.

Any requests or if you have A Waggy Tail please email lionheartradio@shak.org.uk

 

And An Update From Roxy.....

"Can't believe we have had Roxy for a year but it also feels as she has always been here. We can't imagine being without her. You will be pleased to know she is not afraid of anyone now new people get woofed at once then she goes up to them
with wagging tail wanting a fuss. She thinks everyone loves her which is only right.

Have a happy Christmas I do hope you don't get too many abandoned dogs best wishes to all at SHAK"

 

Update On Jetta.....

"Everything is going really well with Jetta, and we all completed training with him recently which was great to do! Could not imagine my life without him, feels like we have had him a lot longer - in a good way! He has really settled in well, and with these colder nights, any time I go to light the wood burner he cant get there quick enough and doesn't move until it has totally gone out - has the best seat in thehouse!

James and I recently had a lovely long weekend in the Cotswold's and took Jetta with us. I have attached some photos of Jetta for you."

 

It's A Dog's Life The Book!....

Abandoned by the people you trust,left on your own without the family you adore. Everything you've ever known gone forever. Surrounded by strange places and strange people. Your whole life turned upside down. How would you cope?

But every cloud has a silver lining and for this dog the emptiness is gradually replaced by new friends, best friends, all with their own story to tell, and perhaps all facing the same fate.

It’s A Dog's Lifeis an insight into the frightening and heart-breaking world of a stray dog – a Rottweiler’s view on life in a pound after he loses everything he's ever owned,loved and cherished, and his battle to try and understand why.

Written by myself, Stephen Wylie, each copy sold means a donation to SHAK.

PLEASE NOTE AT THE MOMENT THIS IS PRE-ORDER ONLY. RELEASE DATE JANUARY 2013.

Pre Order Your Copy Here.....

Riley Goes Home.....

I'm delighted to say that Riley has found a new Forever Foster home after waiting patiently with us for so long. Riley has come on leaps and bounds since the day I collected him as a stray, and we're all so pleased that he has this chance. I hear that he is being spoilt rotten and loves his new Mam and Dad dearly, and I know for a fact the feeling is mutual.

 

Thank You.....

I'd just like to thank everyone that has sent us fabulous Christmas donations. We've received everything from bedding, food, toys, treats and even a brand new set of scales. Thank you all so much.

I'd also like to thank everyone who has been on and donated on our Amazon Wish List. There has been quite a bit ordered from there already, but if you do still have room in your Christmas shopping please have a browse:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/1HWFQ4DLYGPGA/ref=cm_wl_search_16

Thank you all so much for your support!

Radio Show!....

Please don't forget to tune into "It's A Dogs Life" The SHAK Radio Show tomorrow from 9am - 11am on Lionheart Radio 107.3 fm. Or listen live on line at www.lionheartradio.com.

Theres some great stories and some fantastic tunes lined up, so please tune in.

Any requests or if you have A Waggy Tail please email lionheartradio@shak.org.uk

 

And Now For Gemini.....

Gemini joined Diesel on the road South just for the trip, and as you can see she made quite an impression!

Gemini is a small black and white Staffie female, about 2 years old.  She shares her kennel with a small male Staffie, Nanuk and has German Shepherd playmates.

She recently had a homestay weekend and was an absolute star. On jumping down from the car, she immediately joined the afternoon walk gang of 7 large dogs and greeted them all happily and confidently. She made friends with them all during the walk but particularly liked Oscar the Rottie as he had a very large stick that she hung onto the other end of!

In the house, she made herself instantly at home, investigating the toy basket and choosing her favourites. Every person she met got a huge cuddle and kiss and she spent a happy hour alternating between toys, dogs and people. She settled down well after her food and was clean and quiet all night. 

The next morning, she bounced up, used the bathroom (garden) ate her breakfast and then sorted out the toys again and prepared for fun. When none of the others wanted to play, she made up her own little game and was perfectly content. It was easy to see that she remembered very well what you do in a home and she would have just happily slotted in and called this her own.

It was quite sad to let her go back; she`s a lovely, happy, lively spirit to have around – so affectionate and friendly to everyone.  She`d love an active home with another dog (ideally, with her kennel-mate Nanuk) but a large dog would suit her fine as she definitely thinks she`s up to it!  Like all Staffies, she loves her walks and games and would be a super family pet.

Can  somebody offer this great little girl a forever home? foreverfoster@shak.org.uk

Diesel Goes Home.....

 

I'm delighted to say that Diesel now has a home, and by all accounts what a home. Diesel came to us a notorious strayer, and a dog that was desperate to be loved. He has gone to a home that includes his own arm chair and 3 acres to play in with his two new canine friends. He is a big miss at the kennels, but we are all so proud of him. Thanks once again to Lesley & Geoff for making this happen.

A Year Makes All The Difference For Suki.....

This time last year I was picking Suki up as a stray in desperate need of a cruciate ligament operation. The team at Moorview Vets (especially Kelly) were brilliant, and a new home was found without me even getting her back from the vets. Her Dad sent me this tonight as she prepares for her first Christmas in a home. Proud of you Beautiful.

Room For One More In Santa's Sack?....

I know things are usually tight around Christmas, but if you get a minute please look at our Amazon Wish List, and maybes squeeze one more thing into your Santa's sack. Thanks for taking the time to look at this and thank you to you for your support.

SHAK Amazon Wish List.....

 

Oscar And His Prize.....

My pal Oscar proudly holding his prize from today's walk.

Two Girls All Cosy.....

Two more SHAK dogs enjoying a warm fire on a cold night is Flossie and Hope. Everyone will remember how Emaciated Hope was when she arrived. It is so great to see her living life to the full and enjoying a cosy night. Flossie was also in a bad way when she arrived, hers was emotional damage though. Merry Christmas girls.Thanks Sheena

Brodie's First Christmas.....

Love this photo of Brodie and his girlfriend Maisy getting ready for his first Christmas. The handsome boy had a bad weekend as he ruptured his cruciate ligament on the ice, but as you can see he is determined to enjoy the holidays. Get well soon Brodie!

Thank You St Clair's.....

Magic In The Snow.....

The snow today reminded me of the old photos in the snow from a couple of years ago. Anyone who has ever met Mona will know how magical this moment is......

Two Seasons In One Day.....

It's hard to believe that both of these pictures were taken today. Above is little Brookes who had a jaunt into work with me today, and as you can see he isn't a big fan of the snow we had this morning.

And here's Scout just a few hours later thoroughly enjoying a walk with me in the hills. Yes the white stuff replaced with blue skies, crazy weather.

SHAK On The Radio Tomorrow.....

Please don't forget to tune into "It's A Dogs Life" The SHAK Radio Show tomorrow from 9am - 11am on Lionheart Radio 107.3 fm. Or listen live on line at www.lionheartradio.com.

Theres some great stories and some fantastic tunes lined up, so please tune in.

Any requests or if you have A Waggy Tail please email lionheartradio@shak.org.uk

 

Have You Got Your Calendar Yet?....

PLEASE NOT THAT WE ARE NOW DOWN TO THE LAST BOX SO ORDER YOURS NOW WHILST STOCKS LAST.

The brand new and official 2013 SHAK Calendar sponsored by Kingsway Service & Repair Centre and Whitley Bay Pet Supplies is available now!

Please remember, that thanks to these two wonderful sponsors EVERY PENNY made from the sale of these calendars goes straight to the dogs!

Order Your New 2013 Calendar Here.....
 

Woody On His Holidays.....

A picture of our very own Woody enjoying his first proper family holiday on the Isle of Mull. I love the way his Dad even dresses like him!

It's A Hard Life.....

It's a tough life being a little old guy at my house, here's Brooke's working really hard.

Sonny Goes Home.....

I'm delighted to say that Sonny is now out on home trial and as you can see he is taking everything in his stride. Sonny is a wonderful dog with such strong Shepherd traits, we'd taken him as far as we could in here. It's early days but already there is such a bond between him and his new Dad, and he truly does deserve to be happy.

Two Years Since We Lost Jack.....

Yesterday was the second anniversary of us having to say goodbye to old Jack. Jack came to us after his owner died and he was only with us before a serious spine illness meant he was reunited with the Dad he loved. I was fond of Jack and wish I could of done more for him, but I take comfort knowing that he's back with the man he adored.

A Real Little Honey.....

Another SHAK girl doing well is Honey. It's hard to believe that these photos are of the same dog that arrived with us having been used as live bait in a dog fight. Really proud of her and its great to see her so happy.