Ever dreamt of being a hero? 🦸🐶

September news and highlights View an [online version of this email]( [Rehoming]( [Sponsor]( [Donate]( [Underdog header image]( Ever dreamt of being a hero? Now's your chance. We have some incredible dogs—[like Moose at Kenilworth]( been with us for a while, patiently awaiting their forever homes. We call them our Underdogs, and they need a hero like you. Whether they need some more training or a few extra vet visits, these dogs all have one thing in common: hearts full of love. By opening your heart and home, you could change an Underdog’s life. Are you the hero they’re waiting for? [Meet the Underdogs]( Calling all Heroic New Recruits This October, take part in PAW Patrol on a Stroll to complete your own special mission! We're inviting families, nurseries, schools, and PAW Patrol fans to rise to HERO status by doing a [sponsored walk to support Dogs Trust](. Get your free PAW Patrol masks and transform into your favourite characters while raising some pounds for our hounds. Sign up to receive your PAW Patrol on a Stroll pack and choose a day in October to take part! [PP image link]( [Sign up today]( Freedom for dogs and their owners facing domestic abuse Our Freedom service is dedicated to supporting dogs and their owners who are fleeing domestic abuse. Most refuges can’t take pets. So, [by fostering these furry friends]( you’re not only giving them safety but also allowing their owner to seek refuge. You can also [give a donation through our Freedom Appeal](. This helps provide foster carers with everything needed to care for a dog in need until it’s safe to reunite them with their loving owner. [Freedom image link]( [Help more dogs and owners find Freedom]( Paws for applause Your support makes tails wag and hearts happy—we couldn’t do it without you. Thanks to generous donations from dog-lovers like you, last year we: - Cared for 13,374 dogs in need of homes - Rehomed 10,588 furry friends - Supported 12,806 pups through Dog School - Delivered nearly a million meals via food banks. [Donate image link]( [Donate today]( Join our In Memory walk to honour your loved one Grieving a lost dog can be as difficult as losing a family member, and many feel they have no one to turn to. [We want owners to know that they’re not alone.]( Our first [Walk for Our Old Friends (WOOF]( event offers a chance to remember beloved pets and share cherished memories. Join us in Salcey Forest on 6th October 2024 and bring your loved ones along. Or walk your dog’s favourite route near to home throughout October. [Memory walk image link]( [Sign up now]( Don't get ticked off with ticks this summer Spending your summer galloping through grassy fields with your dog? Ticks can be found year-round, but long grasses can make it easier for them to find their way onto your dog’s coat. It’s best to be extra vigilant during the summer months. [Read our guide]( to learn more about how to prevent ticks and what to do if your dog has been bitten by one. [Tick image link]( [Tackling ticks]( Ready to raise the woof? So, your pup's nailed basic training—time to show off those skills. Take your dog from an accomplished canine to top dog with some [fun new tricks](. Not only will these tail-wagging moves impress your friends, but they’ll also enrich your dog’s life and strengthen your bond. From tidying up toys to high-fives, these tricks will have your dog wiggling with joy. Ready to unleash their full potential? [Tricks image link]( [Discover new tricks]( [Get involved]( [News & events]( [Help & advice]( [Facebook]( [Twitter]( [Instagram]( [YouTube]( [LinkedIn]( [Unsubscribe from our emails]( | [Read our privacy policy]( Your supporter number is 6687954. Please quote this when contacting us. You are receiving this email because you have provided [Dogs Trust]( with your contact details. You can [unsubscribe]( or you can opt out of communications or change your preferences at any time by calling [020 7837 0006](tel:02078370006) or visit [dogstrust.org.uk/keepintouch](. Please read our [privacy policy]( for more information about how we look after your data. Registered Charity Numbers: 1167663 & SC053144 & Co. Ltd 09365971 | Dogs Trust, 17 Wakley Street, London, Islington, EC1V 7RQ, GB [Update Profile](