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DAWGS is a charity that finds loving new homes for dogs whose owners can no longer care for them

DAWGS (Dog Action Working Group Scotland) is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation and a dog welfare charity based in the North East of Scotland. We are dedicated to finding loving new homes for unwanted dogs, dogs in need, or dogs whose owners, perhaps due to illness or a change in family circumstances can no longer care for them. Since our formation in 1994, we have helped re-home over 2,000 dogs and puppies. DAWGS is solely funded by public donations and fundraising events. We receive no government funding and are not part of a national organization. If you are interested in re-homing a dog or have a dog you would like us to re-home, please visit our website – www.dawgs.co.uk
If you would like to support us with a donation please click on the donate now button on our website. DAWGS
51-53 Main Street, Alford
AB33 8PX , Scotland,
United Kingdom
Tel: 01224 208989. [email protected]
Charity Number: SC022666
Rehoming Licence Number: ABS-DWAWE-0005-2025

31/10/2026

Meet Rocky, Breagha, Bindi, Holly and Simba. 🐶

Could you be the person who changes one of their lives?

Take a look at their profiles on our website, fall in love and help us find them the forever homes they deserve. 🏡❤️

30/10/2026

💙 A HUGE THANK YOU TO ABERDEEN CITY COUNCIL UNITE MEMBERS BRANCH! 💙

We were delighted to receive a fantastic donation of £500 from Aberdeen City Council Unite Members Branch, with Hazel Farquhar kindly handing over the cheque to DAWGS. 🐾

The money was raised at their Family Fun Day, held in July, and we are incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make the fundraising such a success.

A special thank you to the COTA Offshore Catering Workers Unite Branch, Offshore Fabric Maintenance and Production Workers Unite Branches, the Retired Members Branch and the Aberdeen Area Activists Committee for their generous support through prize donations and financial contributions.

Your kindness and generosity will help us continue our work supporting dogs in need and finding them loving homes. ❤️

From everyone at DAWGS, thank you for thinking of us and helping make a difference to the lives of dogs across the North East.

29/10/2026

📸🐾 IT’S TIME TO GET YOUR PAWSOME PORTRAITS BOOKED! 🐾📸

Christmas is coming, and what better way to celebrate your four legged family member than with a beautiful portrait to treasure forever? ❤️🐶

DAWGS is delighted to be teaming up with Mountside Media for our Charity Pet Portrait Day! 🎄

✨ Saturday 21st November 2026
📍 Airyhall Community Centre
🐾 FREE booking slot for you and your pet!
🎄 Choose a festive Christmas background or keep it classic.

📸 Digital prints will be available to purchase for just £15 each, perfect for your home or as a thoughtful Christmas gift!

Whether your pet is ready to pose like a superstar or prefers to do things their own way, we'd love to see them! 🐶

📞 Book your slot now! Call 07590 291478 or contact Mountside Media via Facebook: www.facebook.com/mountsidemedia

Every booking helps support DAWGS and the dogs waiting for their forever homes. 🐾❤️

28/10/2026

🏡❤️ HOLLY’S FOSTER HOME UPDATE! Could you be her forever person? ❤️🏡

Beautiful Holly is discovering just how lovely home comforts can be, and this gorgeous 5 year old Rottweiler is making the most of every moment! 🥰

Despite her size, Holly is a bit of a lap dog at heart! She loves being close to her people, soaking up attention and enjoying all the fuss and cuddles she can get. ❤️🐾

And the best news? Holly is starting to get excited when she sees her harness! 🐕 She’s been enjoying her walks and is showing us just how much she loves getting out and about.

Holly is a super soft, affectionate girl with the sweetest nature. She’s a clever, food motivate, loves to learn, making bonding and training a lovely experience. She enjoys meeting other dogs and could potentially share her home with a canine companion following a successful introduction.

✨ What Holly dreams of:

❤️ A loving home where she can enjoy all the comforts she deserves.

🐾 Walks, adventures and plenty of sniffing along the way.

🥰 Lots of affection, fuss and quality time with her favourite people.

🏡 A family who can be around for most of the day. 💗 Someone happy to help her continue learning and growing in confidence.

Holly may be smaller than some Rottweilers, but she’s still a big girl with lots of love to give! She can get excited and jump up in the home, so older, dog savvy children may be a better fit.

This lovely lady has so much potential, and we would love to see her find a family who will cherish her as much as she deserves. Could you be the person who gives Holly her happy ever after? 🏡❤️

27/10/2026

💙🐾 MEET SOZE – OUR HANDSOME LITTLE HEARTTHROB! 🐾💙

At 6 years old, gorgeous Lhasa Apso Soze is ready to find his forever person, and he’s hoping his happy ever after is just around the corner! 🏡❤️

This affectionate boy loves nothing more than being around his favourite people. He’s playful, cheeky and always up for a game, especially if there’s a squeaky ball involved! 🎾😂

Soze enjoys his walks and is a dream on the lead, walking happily without pulling. He loves being part of the action, enjoying adventures with his person, and then settling down for some well deserved sofa snuggles. 🥰

🐶 What does Soze dream of?
An adult home where he can enjoy plenty of love and attention.
Being the only dog in the home, where he can have his people all to himself.
A feline friend is absolutely fine, he currently lives happily with a cat! 🐱
A garden to explore, play and enjoy his favourite squeaky ball.
Plenty of physical exercise, mental stimulation and companionship.
A home where someone is around for most of the day, although he can be left for periods of time.

Soze does have cherry eye, which has been left untreated and can occasionally cause infections. This is something prospective adopters should be aware of when considering giving this lovely boy a home.

In return for your love, Soze promises a loyal, affectionate companion who will bring fun, cuddles and plenty of personality into your life. ❤️

26/10/2026

🐾💙 SIMBA IS WAITING FOR HIS FOREVER HOME! 💙🐾

Just look at this gorgeous lad! 🥰 At only 14 months old, Simba has his whole life ahead of him, and he’s hoping someone will give him the chance to show just how special he can be. Could that someone be you? 🏡❤️

Simba is a fairly timid boy who hasn’t had much experience of the big wide world. Meeting new people and experiencing new things can be a little daunting, but give him time, patience and kindness, and you’ll soon see his loving, affectionate side shine through. 💕

At around 35–40kg, Simba is a big boy with plenty of strength! 💪 He can pull on the lead and will need a confident, capable handler to help him build his skills and confidence. He is responsive and willing to listen, and with consistent training and positive experiences, we believe he has so much potential.

🐶 What kind of home is Simba looking for?
🏡 A patient, understanding home willing to help him discover the world at his own pace.
💙 An experienced, confident handler who can guide him as he learns.
🌳 A large, secure garden would be a bonus.
👨‍👩‍👧 An adult only home or one with children aged 8+ would suit him best.
🐾 He may be happiest as the only pet in the home. He hasn’t been cat tested.
🚗 He has never travelled in a car, so this is something he will need to learn gradually.

Simba may not be the finished article just yet, but he’s still so young, with so much growing, learning and loving ahead of him. All he needs is someone who can see beyond his uncertainties and recognise the wonderful dog he has the potential to become. ❤️

26/10/2026

💖 A HUGE THANK YOU! 💖

A massive thank you to everyone who joined us for our Psychic Night with Annie Moon on Saturday! ✨🔮

We’re absolutely thrilled to share that, thanks to your incredible generosity and support, we raised an amazing £1,712! 🥳👏

Every penny will go a long way towards helping the dogs in our care, providing them with the love, care and support they need while they wait for their forever homes. 🐶❤️

Thank you to everyone who came along, donated, and helped make the evening such a success. We’re so grateful to have such wonderful supporters behind us! 🐾💕

Together, we’re making a real difference to the lives of dogs in need. 🐕❤️

25/10/2026

🍂⏰ The clocks have gone back, the weather is awful… 🌧️💨

There’s only one thing for it… EXTRA SNUGGLES WITH YOUR DOGS!

Grab a cosy blanket, put the kettle on and enjoy some quality cuddle time with your four legged besties. 🥰

Stay warm, stay safe and take care of yourselves and your furry friends, everyone! ❤️🐶

24/10/2026

🐾❤️ FIVE FACES, FIVE PERSONALITIES, FIVE CHANCES TO FIND FOREVER! ❤️🐾

Could one of these lovely dogs be the missing piece of your family? 🏡

Ruahd, Holly, Simba, Skye and Rocky are all looking for their forever homes, and we'd love to help them find the people they've been waiting for! 🐾

Your next best friend might be right here, waiting for you! 💗

23/10/2026

💔 Breagha doesn’t understand why she’s still waiting… 💔

At 5 years old Breagha is hoping that her special person is out there, waiting to find her. Could that person be you? 🐾❤️

Breagha is a clever, funny, playful and affectionate girl who has so much love and personality to share with the right person. She’s quite the talker and won’t be shy about telling you how she feels! 🥰

🎾 She loves playing with her ball and tug toys, enjoys a good Yakers chew, and is an active girl who loves getting out and about.

Breagha does have some insecurities and can find busy environments, certain dogs and unexpected surprises a little overwhelming. She needs someone who understands her, respects her boundaries and will help her feel safe and secure.

🏡 What Breagha is looking for:
❤️ A calm, peaceful home in a rural setting
❤️ To be the only dog, with no cats or children
❤️ Someone patient who understands her anxieties
❤️ A person who will love her for who she is and give her time to settle

Breagha receives veterinary prescribed medication to help manage her anxiety, and her current owner will provide three months of medication to support her transition into her new home.

Behind those worries is a funny, loving and playful girl who deserves the chance to feel safe, settled and truly at home. 💕

Please don't let Breagha keep waiting. Could you be the person who finally gives her the forever home she's been dreaming of?

Address

51-53 Main Street
Alford
AB338AD

Opening Hours

Monday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday	9:30am - 2:30pm
Friday	9:30am - 2:30pm

Website

http://www.dawgs.co.uk/

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