Incredible though it may seem, Dalmatians are all born with the same number of spots. Have a guess how many (no, it’s not 101) and see if you are right at the end.
Similar to last week, it is a relationship breakdown that has caused these two sisters to need a new home. Penny and Purdy are friendly seven year old Dalmatians who get along well with everyone they meet. They also get along well with other dogs although Purdy can be rather boisterous for smaller dogs. If allowed, Penny likes to sit on your lap while being cuddled. They are toilet trained, travel well in the car and can be left alone for a couple of hours.
They need to go to a home where someone is around most of the time. If this could be you, contact The Mayhew Animal Home on 020 8962 8000 or see themayhew.org.
As well as working in this country, The Mayhew also works to prevent animal suffering abroad. In November, Mayhew International, in association with “Mission Rabies”, is sponsoring a mass vaccination of dogs in Ranchi, India. During this time, staff from The Mayhew in London will work with other organisations to vaccinate 7500 dogs against rabies. This involves catching street dogs in large nets, vaccinating and marking them and releasing them. They also aim to neuter 1000 dogs. The goal is to eradicate rabies from the area for the benefit of dogs and people.
To tell us more about their work in places such as India, Afghanistan, Russia and Georgia, Mayhew International is hosting a Georgian themed evening on Friday October 24 (7pm -10pm). There will be wine tasting and a Georgian choir will perform. It takes place at Burgh House, New End Square, Hampstead NW3 1LT. Tickets £15. Details from events@mayhewanimalhome.org.
In case you are wondering, Dalmatian puppies are born with no spots. They develop later.
