The daffodils are out, buds on the lilac tree, new shoots on the honeysuckle – Spring is on its way where I live in France. If you are thinking holidays – but as with so many people – including me – can’t afford to pay a lot, think about going to Spain and staying with a refuge or on a dog-lovers holiday and help the volunteers with the rescued dogs. What could be more enjoyable and more rewarding?!

Think about going to Scooby, they have hundreds and hundreds of dogs, plus other animals. Go and stay for a week or two and join the team. Contact Scooby. Or a dog-lovers holiday at Tara Casa in Murcia, where you can help dogs, destress, create a mosaic…what about a week in Malaga at finca 112carlotagalgos, help with the hounds always welcome…

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