PAWS
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Post by PAWS on Feb 18, 2004 21:13:48 GMT
We've been on the Board for some time now, so this intro is somewhat overdue, but here goes. The People's Animal Welfare Service is based in Bedlington, Northumberland, and we TRY. The bulk of the details can be found at www.paws-uk.org so I'll not repeat everything here. Suffice it to say that we try to help people with high vet bills if they need it and, although we don't set out to do so, we also end up finding homes for quite a few animals as well. Sheila and I became involved when she took a stray cat ("I'm not paying full vet bills for someone else's pet!" ) to Mary Weightman's clinic about 5 years ago. Mary fed her a sob story about the volunteers all being too old (nobody much under 70) and asked if she could spare an hour a week. Within months, the hour per week had become a week per hour and Sheila had the keys to, and the running of, the whole shebang! Never volunteer! And the stray cat? He became our no.3 out of 5 - SixDinnerSid (see website picture) but that's another story. |
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Post by Donna on Feb 18, 2004 23:24:18 GMT
I admire the work you and Sheila have undertaken, Graham. It must be difficult and at times heartbreaking, but also rewarding when you've been able to help an animal find that special home.
I had a quick look at the website - that Mary looks quite a character!
By coincidence, we've booked a short-break holiday in Northumberland (Alnwick area) this coming weekend!
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Post by Ann on Feb 19, 2004 0:54:44 GMT
I'm glad you found time to do this post Graham. I can recommend a visit to the P.A.W.S website to everyone who reads it. Like Cat Register and Rescue in Falkirk, P.A.W.S. is a very small local charity. I have nothing but respect and admiration for the hard work that goes into raising the money needed for a small charity to keep operating. They can't rely on legacies, which are the backbone of most of the large charities and it's tough going. Donna, Alnwick is only an hour from Whitley Bay. Come and meet The Boys! |
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Post by PAWS on Feb 21, 2004 12:41:45 GMT
I admire the work you and Sheila have undertaken, Graham. It must be difficult and at times heartbreaking, but also rewarding when you've been able to help an animal find that special home. I had a quick look at the website - that Mary looks quite a character! By coincidence, we've booked a short-break holiday in Northumberland (Alnwick area) this coming weekend! Thanks for the encouragement, Donna. Yes, upsetting, yes rewarding and yes, Mary is a character at 98 in June. We're all hoping for the Queen's telegram in a couple of years. Do enjoy your Northumberland weekend. I've had a weak end ever since I came here in 1974! |
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Post by Miles on Feb 21, 2004 13:29:42 GMT
A hearty "4-Paws-up" to you and the work you do.....I have to admit, we don't see enough organizations like yours over here in the States...not that there's not some, and I would not think to belittle the work that they do, but it's been my perception that this type of "animal conscience" is much stronger in the UK, and I commend you for it....bravo...!  Miles |
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Post by Ann on Feb 21, 2004 18:19:00 GMT
Jen, Julie and I all went to a Race Night that P.A.W.S. organised last night. Not only was it great fun, but it raised some much needed money for the charity too. I'd heard of Race Nights, but this was the first time I'd ever actually been to one. I'd definitely recommend them, both as a means of fundraising and a good night out.
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Post by Chris on Feb 21, 2004 22:51:17 GMT
Visited the P.A.W.S website Graham and it's excellent. Bravo to you and Sheila for all the work you put in. Mary appears to be an absolutely amazing lady. Here's to the 100!
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Post by MonkeesRI on Feb 23, 2004 19:21:09 GMT
Kudos to both of you!
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Post by PAWS on Feb 23, 2004 19:25:07 GMT
Thanks, Carol (I think - or is Kudos one of those Greek islands?)  |
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Post by Donna on Feb 24, 2004 9:06:23 GMT
Thanks for the encouragement, Donna. Yes, upsetting, yes rewarding and yes, Mary is a character at 98 in June. We're all hoping for the Queen's telegram in a couple of years. Do enjoy your Northumberland weekend. I've had a weak end ever since I came here in 1974! Remind me never to stand "behind" you ;D ;D ;D Had a great weekend - will post more about it in Ann's thread. |
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Post by CarolynHorn on Mar 2, 2004 10:53:11 GMT
What a great charity -- it's so good to see people working to help animals and each other. Thanks for the information!
Carolyn
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Post by Edda on Apr 14, 2004 14:52:34 GMT
Bless you for your good work with the animals!
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