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Farewell, Maggie May…

It is with a sad heart that I say a final goodbye to Maggie May, as she died on Thursday, February 26th after a short and sudden illness. Some of my fondest TAGS memories are of Maggie. She and I came into the program around the same time in January ’03. All of Maggie’s new puppies quickly found their forever homes, but Maggie was

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dog ban at the beach

The Toronto Sun ran a story today about an impending ban on dogs at beaches in the city, either on or off leash. The owners of offending pooches face a $200-$300 fine. Read the story or watch the video at www.torontosun.com/dogs


They said, “Okay boy, let’s go for a ride” I thought, “Okay” and hopped inside After a while, he pulled off the road I remember it was really cold He opened the door and said, “Out you go!” Then he drove away as I stood in the snow I ran around for a day or two Then someone picked me up I thought I

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Maggie’s Adoption Day

It is always a happy day when one of our TAGS dogs is officially adopted, and Saturday was that day for Maggie, the 2 year old yellow lab. After having her adoption papers signed, she played a game of fetch in the dog park with her new forever family. Congratulations Maggie and family. Watch the video!!!


Maggie’s Adoption Day

It is always a happy day when one of our TAGS dogs is officially adopted, and Saturday was that day for Maggie, the 2 year old yellow lab. After having her adoption papers signed, she played a game of fetch in the dog park with her new forever family. Congratulations Maggie and family. Watch the video!!!


Foster Homes Urgently Needed

Consider the number of unwanted animals in shelters, many will never have a second chance.Sadly they will be put to death simply because there are just not enough good homes.How can you make a difference?Open your heart and your home and become a foster family for a needy dog or cat.Learn more about our foster program at our website www.animalguardian.org under volunteer positions.Spring is

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