Wag the Dog

All dog owners should take a good look at this.

Submissions are now open for the Animal Nuisance Bylaw, Dog Control Bylaw and Dog Control Policy review.

The key changes currently being proposed to the bylaws and policy are:
🐶 Setting minimum housing standards for dogs in the Dog Control Bylaw
🐕 Adjusting the Off Lead and Prohibited Areas Register in the Dog Control Policy and Bylaw to increase dog park provision in Hamilton.
Simplifying the multiple dog permit requirements in the Dog Control Bylaw – rather than needing to renew their permits each year, owners of more than two dogs will be able to apply for a long-term permit that only requires variations when changes occur (i.e. adding a new dog)
🏡 Making it clearer in the Animal Nuisance Bylaw that residents must house their animals on private property only.

For more information and to have your say on the proposed changes, visit hamilton.govt.nz/haveyoursay by 18 October 2024.

The waiting is worth it. We love to treat your pups as if they are our own.
Stay pawsitive!
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Did you know we offer a nail clipping service? We can come to your place where your pup is most comfortable and trim their nails. Just write nails only on our request service form when you apply on our website wagthedog.nz.

The look says it all! Nothing like a dog’s love. Have a wonderful Thursday everyone.
Stay pawsitive!
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Happy Father’s Day and ‘Fur-there’s’ Day to all the Dads and doggy dads today. Hope you had a great day!
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Some people get a little confused about the size of their dogs, here’s a simple guide to help you out.
Stay pawsitive!
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Today is International and National Dog Day! It is a day to raise awareness about the number of dogs currently needing adoption. As dog owners and lovers, dog adopters and groomers we support dog rescues and adoption agencies. Every dog deserves to be loved. If you’re thinking of adding a dog to your family try contacting a shelter or rescue first.
To celebrate Dogs worldwide with us, share a picture of your pup enjoying the comforts of your home in the comments.
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Look at this laid back lady having a nail trim. We know not all our clients are this calm and relaxed about this process and we do our best to help them get through as quickly and easily as possible.
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The very adorable Madan experiences the full WAG treatment.
The Wash And Groom from start to finish. We think he looked awesome!
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A little bit of before and after the WAG treatment.
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Please be aware it’s not always as it seems!

We Wash And Groom your dogs, WAG is what we do and who we are!
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This little fella wasn’t so sure if the water at first but soon relaxed and found a spot he was comfortable in. Mum likes him long haired and we think he really suit it too. Swipe to check out his finished look.
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The after shot and then the before shot. This precious pooch is a very nervous boy but seemed to enjoy his WAG pamper and haircut. He’s a real sweetheart!
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Our pal Toby isn’t a big fan of the grooming process yet, he’s still learning to trust us but gentle hands and patience get great results and he’s rewarded with hugs and lots of love and praise from his mum.

All the mud, muck, water and fun had at the Dirty Dog Challenge 2024 today - awesomeness!

We’re taking our dog wash trailer to help you clean up your muddy pups after the run. For $20 we will wash the mud from your dog and give them a quick rub dry to make them comfortable enough to get home. We accept cash and internet banking payments. No Eftpos sorry.

Yes! We are doing it again! WAG the Dog will be at the Dirty Dog Challenge 2024, on Saturday 27 July at Ngaruawahia Christian Youth Camp, 148 Waingaro Rd, Ngaruawahia. We are taking our trailer so we can help you clean up your muddy pups after the run.
 
Don’t forget to register for the run – eventcreate.com/e/dirty-dog-2024
 
For $20 we will wash the mud from your dog and give them a quick chamois dry to make them comfortable enough to get home. Cash and Internet banking payments only – no eftpos.
 
Don’t forget to bring extra towels for your four-legged companions to wrap up warm in on the way home after their bath and pat dry. Most of all we hope you have fun! See you there.

Congratulations Craig!

National Volunteer Week - Craig & Adobe Flame ❤️

As we continue National Volunteer Week, today we celebrate Craig and his incredible greyhound, Adobe Flame. This dynamic duo has been an integral part of the GAP community!

Craig adopted Adobe Flame nearly two years ago, and since then, they've become an inseparable team. As Craig puts it, "Adobe Flame is my sidekick occasionally; all the other times, I am her hooman." Their bond is truly heartwarming ✨

Craig and Adobe Flame have been volunteering with GAP since October the year Flame chose him. Recently, they helped organise a successful speed dating event in Hamilton, resulting in one lucky greyhound finding their forever home!

Craig shared his experience with us:
"Adobe Flame will have her Gotcha Day in July/August and we have been volunteering for GAP since maybe October the year Flame chose me. It was only these past 18 months we stepped up and took a more serious role in actively promoting GAP and the Great Mates Program around New Zealand when we travel."

Craig, your dedication and enthusiasm have made a significant impact on the greyhound community. Thank you for your hard work, and for being such a fantastic ambassador alongside Adobe Flame. We look forward to see more of Craig and Flame, especially on our Facebook groups where Craig shares the daily adventures of Flame and her eccentric personality ❤🥰

If you would like to join our greyt pack of volunteers, please reach out to [email protected] or check out the ways you can volunteer here - https://greyhoundsaspets.org.nz/blog/join-our-greyt-pack-volunteers

We always love to hear from our satisfied customers! Thanks for your feedback.
If you’ve had your dog washed and or groomed by us recently let us know how we did and if we can improve our service to you, we are always happy to hear from you.
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There are many reasons WAG the Dog Mobile Dog Grooming could be the best choice for you and your dog, these are some of them. Save, Like and Share if you agree or if you just want to show us your support.

We’re only human and we sometimes forget to book our pets next appointments, if you have get in touch now and we’ll sort it for you.
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WAG the Dog wishes His Majesty a very happy birthday. 🥳 🎂🇬🇧

That’s at least 4 awesome reasons to love them even more! Keep them healthy and happy with a full groom at WAG the Dog, we treat them with kindness, gentleness and respect and we’re always glad to see them too!
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These 2 cuties are recent adoptees and their new mum and dad love to treat them to a pamper and a good haircut with us. They are both learning to love the process and now come running out to greet us as we pull up to the house with our trailer. They especially enjoy their baths.

Suze and Klara attended the Pink Ribbon Pups & Brunch event put on by The Barkuterie Box and The Keg Room this morning. Fantastic event, great speaker from K9 SEARCH Medical Detection and lots of very well behaved doggos with their mums and dads. They had a great time. 🎀🐾🍩🐶🐕🐩🐕‍🦺🦮🐾

We had the honour and pleasure of washing and grooming this little Griffon recently. She’s a senior and needed some gentle tlc. She was such a sweetheart and we enjoyed pampering her with our full groom service.
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