Firstly we want to be clear that Debbie Connolly, our founder has worked alongside Police, Security and other working handlers for many years. We have helped lots of dogs make a safe transition into or out of working homes. To this end, after years of doing this, we created Bravo Working Dog Rescue this year to formalise this work. Whilst a few companies have supported this work, many, including Police have continued dangerous rehoming practises. Continue reading
My most recent success case involves a lovely couple with a problem Lab cross who wanted to adopt a child. After the aggressive display the dog made when a Social Worker came round, they weren’t going to get any further. Family said get rid of the dog, but to their credit they asked for our help first and after 6 months work have just adopted a gorgeous baby boy. Continue reading
We read every day about dogs being injured by other dogs, sometimes fatally. Although I work closely with several police forces, they often give poor advice about the law as it stands now and what can be done. My latest advocacy was for a Registered Assistance Dog that had been repeatedly attacked by the same dog and Police persistently said nothing could be done as man not bitten. The attacking dog is now removed to rescue. Continue reading
I have just got back from sorting someone’s pet goat that was very close to visiting the meat man. His owner pointed out how difficult it had been to find someone who understood keeping pet livestock and actually knew how to sort him out. So at her request, I am writing about this aspect of my work in a week I am bottle feeding a lamb and teaching 4 sows and two piglets to stop and not charge into me! Continue reading
Our fans read our help in many places: our site, Twitter, The Dog News Show Podcasts, this blog and various articles. Our new FREE app brings it all together for the first time. Android version out now, iphone in development. Continue reading
Fixed price, currently just £35. For anyone worried whether behaviour therapy can really help, or has lost confidence in their dog, or needs the dog assessing before a rescue can take it, here’s some affordable help. Continue reading
Come and meet Debbie Connolly at the Willand Bearded Collie Fun Show day 
Sunday 13th May 2012 starting at noon.
Lots to do and even some things for non Beardies too! Good Citizen test, Rally Obedience demo then classes start at 2pm judged by Debbie.
Willand Village Hall, Devon
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Personal note:
I know Wendy, Karen and their dogs Udo and Coco personally. Amazing women who work hard for the charities that have helped them. I have always been impressed with the level of training these dogs receive, the difference it makes to an independent lifestyle. I am proud to count them as friends.
Read their interview with Julie Hill of Dogcast Radio Continue reading
We all know TV can work wonders for good causes and many great documentaries have highlighted animal cruelty, the stray dog problem and much more. There is another side, shown last night on the ITV show LemonAid was the throw away giving of dogs as prizes on TV.
Updates at end of article
PRESS RELEASE: 11th April 2012 – FOR 
IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Bravo to the UK’s First Working Dog Rescue Centre
Recent media stories have highlighted the sad end of many working dogs who have given their lives to protecting humans and our country, only to be let down for their loyalty. The shocking release of MOD figures, showing that over 800 dogs have been put to sleep in the last decade, has again made animal lovers question whether it is ethical to have dogs working for humans. Continue reading
