One way to help our dogs in need is to donate items from our Wish List.
The hard truth is that there is always a never-ending number of items that we require to help us run our shelter more efficiently and to help enrich the lives of our dogs, but unfortunately funds don’t allow for the purchase of most of these items.
Below are some of the much-needed items that we require. If you’re in the position to help with any of these, we’d be forever grateful.
Tins of Tuna and Sardines in Springwater
Tuna and sardines are another staple we use in our dog kitchen. Some of our dogs need a little “sweetener” to eat their biscuits and tuna and sardines are a great appetiser! Plus, it’s the perfect food topper for those dogs with sensitive skin. Please make sure fish is in springwater.
Yoghurt and Doggy Probiotics
Research has suggested a link between gut health and anxiety in dogs and, with so many of our dogs experiencing gut sensitivities or kennel related stress, all of our doggies have probiotics added to their diets to benefit them both physically and mentally. We love dog-specific probiotics from brands like HoundzTooth and PetzPark as well as plain Greek Style Yoghurt with no added flavours or xylitol.
Reusable Puppy Pads
Over 200 puppies have come through our doors already this year, that is a lot of puppy wee! We’d love reusable/washable puppy pads!
Puppy Playpens
Puppy playpens help us to set up safe spaces for puppies to spend time in while they wait to go out into foster or adoptive homes.
Please note: We do not require fabric fold down puppy pens or pens that require pegs to be held together.
Quality Dog Roll
We love the Nutri-Mate range for our dogs. Nutri-Mate is Australian made and owned with 90% of ingredients sourced locally as well as having added omega 3, thiamine and taurine to support the health of our beloved doggies.
Kongs – XL and XXL
Kongs are a staple toy for our dogs, and some of our dogs are fed using them. We are in short supply of XL and XXL sized Kongs.
Treats for Training
Ideally we would like natural quality products – liver treats, small chews, straps etc.
Please note: We do not require pigs ears or raw hide treats of any kind. These can present a choking risk when given unsupervised.
Quality Dog Biscuits
We’re always in need of high quality dog biscuits. At any one time we can have well over 100 mouths to feed and this all adds up! Some of the brands we feed our dogs are:
- SavourLife
- Black Hawk
- Advance
- Eukanuba
- Hills Science Diet (ID Range)
DAP Collars
DAP, also known as Adaptil, contains a dog appeasing pheromone – a substance produced by lactating dogs which comforts and reassures their puppies. It has also been proven to have similar reassuring benefits to adult dogs when exposed to stressful situations.
ThunderShirts
ThunderShirt uses gentle hugging-like properties to calm your dog. ThunderShirt’s have a dramatic calming effect for most dogs and are a staple item at our Home for our anxious dogs.
Puzzle Toys
Puzzle toys help make our dogs kennel time as stimulating as possible – particularly for our more active dogs. Puzzle toys are also a perfect way to provide mental enrichment for our dogs.
BlackDog Balance Harnesses (Medium & Large)
Balance Harnesses are used every day at our Home. They are a specific harness that helps reduce our dog’s tendencies to pull on lead while out walking.
Dog Sunscreen
In the heat of summer it’s very important we apply sunscreen to our dogs to avoid getting burnt. Light-coloured dogs are prone to burning, so dog sunscreen is always needed.
Frozen Mixed Veggies & Rice
To mix up our dog’s meals and add extra nutritional value, we quite often use mixed vegetables and white rice with their biscuits. *Please make sure there is no onion in the mixed vegetables.
Artificial Turf
Sections of artificial turf are used in our kennels for toileting purposes. This provides a welcome relief from toileting on concrete.
Monetary Donations
Alternatively you can donate funds so we can purchase some of the items above. Please be sure to leave a message with your donation to let us know that you’d like your donation to go towards items on our Wish List. You can donate here: https://www.givenow.com.au/dogshomewa
Most of the items above can be purchased at Petbarn.
Thank you in advance for your generous donations!