Clean out the Dog Closest!

Do you have gently-used, unwanted, clean items at home for large dogs such as standard poodles?

With an unprecedented number of dogs in the rescue this year, we have found that we are short of basic items such as double-clip harnesses, surgical suits, belly bands, grooming and care equipment, treats, toys and more!

But wait, that’s not all!

We are poodle people after all. Bake sale and gift baskets will be on offer. Nail trimming services. And, perhaps best of all, come meet some of SPIN’s dogs up for adoption.

See you there!!!!

It’s that time of year!

We are gearing up for our second Time, Talent, and Treasures Auction and we need YOU!!!

The idea is simple. We are not auctioning off “things” – we are auctioning off, well… us! The SPIN community members! And our talents! A SPIN community auction!

We have incredible talent in this group willing to share their knowledge. No talent? (Unlikely – chat with me and I’m sure we can find one!) Volunteer your time! Weed a garden. Mow a lawn. Walk a dog! Yoga masters. Personal trainers. Massage therapist. Life coaches. Willing to share your cottage for a weekend? What about your trailer? Photographers. Dog trainers. Dog boarding facilities. Teach a skill such as baking, painting, dance, martial arts, knitting, quilting, crafts. Dancer? Do a virtual class! Make your own canned goods? Sauces or jams? Donate some of them! Do you have a dog walking business? Donate a homemade cake or 3 course dinner. Own a company and want to provide a gift card to redeem? The possibilities really are endless!

Last year SPIN raised $10 000 out of nothing but pure talent.

We will provide a template so that it is easy to follow for our donors to outline their donation. Please Contact Us and we will get back to you!!!

It’s that time of year!

We are gearing up for our second Time, Talent, and Treasures Auction and we need YOU!!!

The idea is simple. We are not auctioning off “things” – we are auctioning off, well… us! The SPIN community members! And our talents! A SPIN community auction!

We have incredible talent in this group willing to share their knowledge. No talent? (Unlikely – chat with me and I’m sure we can find one!) Volunteer your time! Weed a garden. Mow a lawn. Walk a dog! Yoga masters. Personal trainers. Massage therapist. Life coaches. Willing to share your cottage for a weekend? What about your trailer? Photographers. Dog trainers. Dog boarding facilities. Teach a skill such as baking, painting, dance, martial arts, knitting, quilting, crafts. Dancer? Do a virtual class! Make your own canned goods? Sauces or jams? Donate some of them! Do you have a dog walking business? Donate a homemade cake or 3 course dinner. Own a company and want to provide a gift card to redeem? The possibilities really are endless!

Last year SPIN raised $10 000 out of nothing but pure talent.

We will provide a template so that it is easy to follow for our donors to outline their donation. Please Contact Us and we will get back to you!!!

SPIN is celebrating its 10 Year Anniversary. Yes, 10 years ago Paula said to Bernice that we should start our own rescue. When Bernice gave her a funny look, she said; “how hard can it be?” Ha!

And so it began. Over the last ten years, SPIN has helped so many dogs and so many people. Amazingly, our mission, to help any standard poodle anywhere in Canada, attracted outstanding volunteers, fosters and supporters. Across Canada! In fact, poodle people across North America pitch in to help. How great is that?!!!

Let’s celebrate. On September 24, 2023 please join us at the Furry Friends Pet Resort in Hampton, ON (a little east of Oshawa) for a Poodle Party. Raffle Table, Bake Table, BBQ, Pie Auction are just some of the activities taking place. Furry Friends offers a big, gorgeous field and your dogs can run off leash. There is also a fenced-in area to contain those that may need a bit of, ahem, containment. All breeds are welcome as long as they can manage the poodle play style.

Save the Date!