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Many dogs arrive terrified and confused from
the pound, so it can be very emo onal.
However, their response to human kindness
and caring is never failing and they are always
grateful to be given another chance at life
and I feel privileged to be part of that ini al
transforma on process.

A lot of dogs come from the pound with their coats so
matted they can’t move their necks, their claws growing
“Personally, I find nothing more into their flesh, infected ears and sores and bruises.
rewarding than a li le shy “thank
you” lick on my face from a li le “I can’t imagine not volunteering at the shelter knowing the
dog who has just learnt to be difference my grooming makes to the health and comfort of
loved again!” Caroline the dogs and for Monika being able to rely on my support.”

“ I continue going to the shelter and groom Monika’s rescues whenever needed but these
days Monika does not have as many little fluffy dogs as she used to requiring my help.”

Leo Buscaglia once said: “Too often we
underestimate the power of a touch, a
smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an
honest compliment, or the smallest
act of caring, all of which have the
potential to turn a life around.” In the
case of Caroline Ripton, she has turned
the life around of thousands of our
furry friends. Thank – you Caroline for
your amazing work!!