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World’s first Christmas song for dogs raises money for Bristol mental health organisation
The world’s first Christmas song for dogs will raise money for a Bristol mental health organisation.
Profits from vinyl sales of Raise the Woof!, which has been specifically created for canines to enjoy, will go towards Dudes&Dogs, which encourages men to get out in the fresh air and talk about the way they’re feeling.
The organisation leads walks throughout Bristol, are a chance for men to discuss their emotions while getting exercise, being with others and being in the company of dogs.
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Raise the Woof! will raise money to ensure Dudes&Dogs can continue its work, as well as expand its services.
The song, created based on scientific research and with input from vets and animal behaviourists, contains high frequency sounds, squeaky toys and positive phrases such as “good boy”, which increase dogs’ serotonin levels.
The two-minute-long song is available to stream on Spotify and Amazon Music, with a music video also on YouTube.
The track was created over the course of two months. Photo: Mischief PR
A limited edition vinyl has also been released specifically to support Dudes&Dogs. Available for £10, all profits will go to the organisation.
“Dogs are essential to the success of Dudes&Dogs, and we couldn’t do our vital work without them,” says founder Rob Osman. “So, it’s nice to give them something back, which this track does!”
For the past two months, music producers have played over 500 sounds in a focus group of 25 dogs in order to compose the final version of Raise the Woof!, which was mastered at Abbey Road.
The music video features 12 dogs, including Rob’s dog Mali.
“The idea of sharing music with our four-legged friends, is such a good one, we just had to be involved,” Rob adds.
“I’m both delighted and grateful that the proceeds from the special vinyl edition of Raise the Woof!, will help Dudes&Dogs continue to make a difference to even more guys throughout the UK and beyond, as we continue to support men’s mental health, and reduce the stigma that has been associated with it for far too long.”
Main photo: Mischief PR
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