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Dorset trio take on 110-mile Highland canoe challenge in memory of beloved dog

A determined group of Dorset fundraisers is set to take on an extraordinary seven-day, 110-mile canoe and hiking challenge across the rugged landscapes of western Scotland – all in support of Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs. Harry Williams (33, Weymouth) will be joined by Luis Parsons and Dean Parsons (both Wimborne) as they begin the challenge […]

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Peter and Raffi at Dorset Coast Radio

Peter and Raffi visit Dorset Coast Radio – Listen Now!

Dorset Coast Radio Community Connect – Connecting local charities and voluntary groups – sharing events and opportunities, helping the community discover and support each other. Peter Rufus, from Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs, talks about the great things they achieve with their four legged helpers! Click here to listen to the podcast

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Helpful Hounds Beach Charity Walkers

Hope & Hounds Beach Walk 2026 A Paw-some Day for a Powerful Cause

A sponsored charity dog beach walk will take place later this month in Bournemouth. The Hope & Hounds event, organised by Bournemouth-based homelessness charity Hope Housing, Training & Support (Hope HTS) in partnership with Helpful Hounds, will start from Bournemouth Pier on Sunday, March 29. Peter Rufus, trustee and volunteer CEO at Helpful Hounds, said:

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