It's the time of year where people are very generous and start collecting things to donate to our dogs. Every year the support amazes us, as we get an abundance of goodies, bedding and toys. So much so that we still have toys left over from last year.
This year though, we are asking for things that are slightly different. Whilst we will always be extremely grateful for everything we receive, there are other ways you can improve the lives of our dogs.
We are big believers in Coconut Oil and the way it improves the condition of our dogs. We use it on dogs with skin conditions, such as Sharpei's, or just to improve the overall appearance of a dogs coat. However, it costs money and with 54 dogs currently here we cannot afford to give it it to every dog, which is our ultimate aim.
It is easily available at most supermarkets and very reasonably priced.
We also give our older dogs You Move tablets or Cod Liver Oil capsules to help with the old bones and joints. They especially help the ones that suffer from arthritis.
Bedding donations are vital to our operation, but as the weather isn't great this time of year, washing and drying is an on going task. Fleecy blankets are quick to wash and dry, so if you are looking to buy bedding these would be ideal. Please note though that we do not accept quilts and pillows for storage space.
Speaking of doing the washing, our machine is used every day. You can imagine the amount of laundry liquid we go through. It's the same with the dishwasher tablets, which we use to make sure bowls are cleaned thoroughly.
So all of the above are things that you could donate this Christmas that would make things easier for the daily routine and care of the dogs. It would also free up funds for us to concentrate on things like vets bills as and when they arrive.
Our drop off points are as usual the SHAK Shop at 12 Bowes Street, Blyth NE24 1BD or the donation bin outside of our offices SHAK HQ, Greenwell Road, Alnwick NE66 1HB.
Your support at Christmas has always been amazing, thank you and thank you in advance for this year.