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28th May - 28th June 2018 - Issue 135

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Fascinating Ferret FACTS

FLEAS, TICKS Wo r m s !

CAT FACTS Meet Jack

Supports Mental Health Awareness Week

DOGFEST

Summer Festival for Dogs

Young terrified cat discovered hiding in garage

Winner of the Scruffts Family Crossbreed Dog of the Year

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Travelling Abroad Dean Hart answers your questions

Dean Hart is a Clinical Behaviourist and Tutor at the Canine Studies College and specialises in helping mature students set up and develop their own business within the canine industry. Visit www.thedoghut.biz

Arthritis Q

My elderly dog has arthritis, it has been suggested that hydrotherapy would help but he has never been swimming, should I try?

Yes, hydrotherapy works very well in helping with the pain and inflammation of arthritis, however choose your canine hydrotherapist well. All small animal hydrotherapists should possess an understanding of behaviour, especially animal learning theories in addition to being able to correctly physical assess and produce a suitable treatment plan for your special boy. With arthritis, treatment is long term, starting with frequent sessions and then managing pain and comfort by regular sessions that can be as little as once every three weeks. Your boy will need plenty of time and patience when introducing him to the water. He will most likely be nervous of losing his footing when first leaving the ramp, so the first sessions should be about teaching him how safe it is to be on so he should start with short sessions off and then strait back. He will most likely be motivated to swim back to the ramp and not away from it. The hydrotherapist should use this understanding to start to teach him to swim to safety. It would be best if you are involved in calling him back to the ramp too. If your dog loves any special toy or food treat this should only be available to him during swimming to help pair positive associations If he really does not take to swimming after three sessions then consider making use of a Canine Spa Treatment, (not to be confused with spa treatments offered by some dog groomers). A Canine Hydrotherapy Spa consists of hotter water than the pool, and uses air to create massage bubbles. Your boy will need to just be sitting in this at a suitable depth and the heat, water pressure and air bubbles will help reduce inflammation and increase pain management. He will still need to be given plenty of time to adjust to being put into water! For additional information on hydrotherapy visit the National Association of Registered Canine Hydrotherapists or the Canine Hydrotherapy Association. www.narch.org.uk, www.canine-hydrotherapy.org

Dog Training Classes Q A 2

Should I consider sending my young Pointer away to be trained or attend local dog training classes? In a nutshell - No! Animal learning takes place within context, find a local dog trainer that will work with you. See the next issue on finding an effective, and professional dog trainer.

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I will be travelling with my retriever Harold, to France and the Ferry has asked all dogs to be muzzled on deck, he isn’t used to wearing one, what would you advise?

Excellent, you are thinking ahead. It is important for Harold’s comfort and reduced stress that his muzzle is introduced slowly before expecting him to wear one longer term. Firstly, his muzzle needs to fit well and not interfere with his eyes or be loose where he can push it off. Harold needs to be able to pant, drink and take treats especially if travelling in hot weather so choose a Baskerville type. Introduce the idea that he needs to put his nose into something for a reward, so start his muzzle training with a paper cup big enough to fit his nose and mouth. Show him that you are dropping some treats into it and get him to put his nose inside for them. When he is happy with this over several practices start doing the same with his new muzzle. He needs to pair the muzzle with something good or fun. When you get the muzzle out he should be getting excited or at least be expecting treats! Do not fit the muzzle at this stage, build up to fitting it and then him wearing it for short periods, literally just a few minutes, you can also fit the muzzle and play with him. If you rush muzzle training, then he is likely to want to remove it as soon as it is fitted! Remember that when Harold is familiar with wearing his new muzzle, try taking him out to various locations to get him accustomed to varying situations. Often a muzzle can have negative associations such as at when the vets or when being groomed, if this is the case for these dogs then you will need to desensitise them and retrain them. There are also several other calming products you can buy ahead of traveling like an ADAPTIL Collar, and Zylkene, also train hm to learn commands that he may need like ‘muzzle on’, ‘close to me’, ‘look at me’ for example, and introduce him to the different sounds that he may experience, Ferries can be very noisy, you can purchase various sound effects through the internet. View the excellent Blue Cross training videoMuzzle training your dog, by Claire. Bon Voyage

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HS2 Rebuild Fund PLEASE HELP US

To rebuild an EVEN better centre for the care of Border Collies Due to the planned HS2 High Speed Railway, the loss of land and the long term effects on our work, we need to Relocate and Rebuild our facilities at a NEW location. Full details can be found on our website www.bordercollietrustgb.org.uk or by emailing info@bordercollietrustgb.org.uk

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We hope that all those who Support our work are able to Donate towards this HS2 Rebuild Fund

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Troublesome Treacle CATCH UP EACH MONTH WITH OUR OFFICE DOG'S ANTICS!!! Hello My Lovely Readers! It’s Times Like These when I realise how important My Family and Friends are… Things have gone a bit pear shaped with the lovely Holmes you have read about over the last couple of months. I’m not sure he is my boyfriend anymore because I think he kissed our Boxer friend behind my back. You can see me here looking a bit down. Love can be so painful sometimes. Anyway. Mistress says that there are plenty more fish in the sea (REALLY! Am I supposed to go out with a fish now!!) and she suggested I go on a Dog Dating Site called ‘Furever yours’. Once I got the hang of the app, I quite enjoyed going through pictures and ‘pawfiles’. I started messaging a few rather handsome looking dogs and after some very weird messages, one holding a fish in his paws, several leading me to believe they may be only after one thing or were already in a relationship, one in particular caught my eye. Say hello to Boston. Isn’t he just adorable and so cuddly!! We arranged to meet in the local park by the swings and our owners sat quite a distance away to ensure we were safe. I found him a quiet chap and very polite with a very deep bark. To my surprise he had brought a picnic with him -what a gentleman!! We talked about the best places to

§ It’s Times Like These when I realise how important My Family and Friends are…

walk, have a wee and find fox poo as we ate our doggie treats. We got on famously! I had to tell him that as much as I liked him I didn’t feel ‘that bark spark’ but I wanted us to stay friends and hang out together. He said that he was very attracted to me and loved my brown eyes but he was prepared to be mates for now and be patient should I suddenly feel differently about him. Our garden is looking lovely and I’ve been laying on the patio and listening to the birds sing. I often wonder what they are saying to each other. I imagine it’s things like ‘Look there’s that Border Collie again- warn the pigeons!’ Or ‘The lady at no 22 is

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putting out some food for us- quick pass it on!’ and ‘Did you see that thrush poo on the large pair of underpants on no 16’s washing line?’ The birds are right to warn to pigeons about me because there’s something about them that makes me want to tease them and laugh when they nearly fall off their branch. I do have a good sense of humour which is just as well since my love life is at a stand- still. Oh! but hang on a minute.. I’ve just received a text from a potential match on ‘Furever yours’, could he be the one!! Watch this space! That’s all for now folks as I think I need a little lay down. Mistress has been working extra

Mr Holmes

hard this month and she is having a snooze at the moment too. This is because we have launched a new website which has lots of articles and useful information within. Plus loads of pets looking for homes! Oh, you must take a wee look. www.rescueandanimalcare.com Until next month

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PUBLISHER: JENNIFER PROWSE RESCUE AND ANIMAL CARE MAGAZINE: JENNIFER PROWSE MEDIA, 21 THE MALTINGS, BURES, SUFFOLK CO8 5EJ

Contents

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TELEPHONE: (01787) 228027 FAX: (01787) 228236 EMAIL: Jennifer@jspmedia.co.uk WEBSITE: www.rescueandanimalcare.com

Curious Stats about Cats!

GRAPHIC DESIGN: VickiB DESIGN PRINTER: REFLEX LITHO, THETFORD, NORFOLK

ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. NO PART OF THIS MAGAZINE MAY BE REPRODUCED IN WHOLE OR IN PART WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM THE PUBLISHERS. ANY OPINIONS STATED WITHIN THE TEXT OF RESCUE AND ANIMAL CARE MAGAZINE ARE NOT NECESSARILY THOSE OF THE PUBLISHERS. ANY PRICES QUOTED MAY BE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. SOME OF THE ANIMALS FEATURED WITHIN THIS ISSUE MAY NOW HAVE BEEN REHOMED.

Dear Readers, Welcome to the latest issue! We have been extra busy getting this month’s magazine published As most of you know, aside from our hard copy magazines, we also are available to read in a digital format and can be seen on www.rescueandanimalcare.com our brand new website! Sign up for your free copy! We have added extra articles and news stories on our website site too plus include lots of useful information. Find Vets and Rescue centres, see pets looking for homes. We are so proud of our new look so click on the link above and tell us what you think!

Fascinating FACTS about Ferrets!

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Scruffs® Debuts New Summer & Winter Pet Bedding at Interzoo 2018 Manchester-based luxury pet bedding manufacturers Scruffs® launch their new summer and winter styles of pet bedding at Interzoo® 2018.

cruffs® has enhanced its cooling collection with the introduction of Self-Cooling beds for 2018, complete with new dedicated point-of-sale display for the cooling collection. For the fashionbased products, Scruffs® has introduced two new summer ranges, the Casablanca & Florence, which boast a much brighter colour palette than similar products in the range. The pet-bedding company has also revealed different styles and sizes for

its popular Chester, Highland & Windsor collections. Furthermore, Scruffs® has unveiled a new cat bedding collection which will be marketed under the Scruffs® main brand name later this year. This collection includes rope and felt-style beds which offer optimum comfort. Visitors to the much-loved Scruffs® ‘Country Manor’ were among the world’s firsts to view and discover the new collections, as they make their much anticipated debut in the market.

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Launch of new collections.

Scruffs® report they met with representatives from 40 out of their 48 existing distribution markets, making it one of the most successful attendances to date at the 35th edition of the event. Group Sales Director at Scruffs®, Dubby Klyne said: "We were really excited to show off our newest summer and winter pet bedding collections at Interzoo® this month, along with a few new collections which are set to launch in 2019. We’d

like to thank all of our distributors and representatives for visiting the stand and contributing towards a successful exhibition.”

n For more information about Scruffs® at Interzoo® or for general enquiries please contact one of the Scruffs® sales team using +44(0) 161 702 5060 or via marketing@petslovescruffs.com or visit www.petslovescruffs.com

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To Keep Your Pets s p i T p o T Cool This Summer With temperatures set to soar again this summer, we’ll all be wanting to make the most of the sunshine and head outdoors – our pets included! Whilst it is great fun to embrace the sunshine, it is important to remember that the heat and sun can not only be a danger to ourselves, but our furry friends too. Here Natures Menu’s veterinary team share some top tips on how to keep your pet from getting too hot under the collar in the oncoming heatwave and how to spot whether your pet is suffering in the sun. • Cars: We all know leaving an animal in a car is a ‘no no’ yet many owners are still offenders. No matter how quickly you are nipping into the shop, this is something that should not be done, regardless of whether a window is left open or not. Equally conservatories or green houses can have the same effect when the temperatures soar with an animal having no way of escape or cooling down. To avoid this, take your dog out of the car with you, or leave them at home altogether in a cool room. • Keep water bowls topped up: As humans, on a hot day, we consume more litres of water than usual and

the same goes for our pets. With their thick coats and only their paws to sweat from, cats and dogs find it more difficult to regulate their temperature and are therefore more likely to become dehydrated. Ensure their water bowl is constantly topped up or leave multiple bowls out for them if you plan on being away for a longer period of time. • Avoid the midday sun: As well as being the hottest part of the day, midday is often when the sun’s rays are at their strongest. Avoid going for walks at this time, particularly with dogs that are white or with closely shorn fur as they can be prone to sunburn. Cats with thin coats are also at risk from sunburn, which can lead to skin cancer, particularly on their ears and noses. Speak to your vet to get advice on pet friendly sun cream and try to keep them out of the sun’s direct rays as much as possible.

• Pavement check: Pavements can become very hot and burn pet paws so only go for walks at the coolest times of the day. You can check the ground isn’t too hot by simply pressing your hand to the pavement for at least 5 seconds. • Watch what they eat: Remember food and drink found at summer BBQs can often be poisonous to pets such as grilled onions, chocolate and alcoholic beverages. Corn on the cobs and kebab skewers can also cause blockages and be choking hazards for pets, so keep out of your pet’s reach. • Those most at risk: Some pets are at a greater risk of heat stroke than others. Take extra care if they are overweight, have short or flat noses or thick/long fur. Also keep a closer eye on the very young, very old and unwell pets who may struggle more in high temperatures. • Spot the symptoms: As well as taking precautionary measures to help your pet in the hot weather it’s important to be able to spot the

symptoms that they might be unwell. Excessive panting, anxious pacing or in severe cases collapse or convulsions are all signs that your pet may be suffering from heat stroke and requires immediate medical attention. Natures Menu Vet, Claire Miller, said: “It’s important to look after our pets in hot and sunny weather, with their thick coats often meaning they find it harder to regulate their own body temperature and, of course, they are unable to tell us if they are feeling unwell! “As pet parents we all want the best for our cats and dogs, so keep their wellbeing top priority in the hot weather and don’t be tempted to give them human treats at parties or BBQs. Natures Menu is the UK’s leading expert in raw and raw-inspired pet food and has a range of meals that your four-legged friends are sure to love and enjoy throughout the heat.” n For more information on feeding raw visit www.naturesmenu.co.uk

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Revamp for College’s Popular Dog Grooming Parlour Northumberland College’s Dog Grooming parlour, based at its Kirkley Hall Campus has undergone an extensive makeover this term.

he seventeenth century rural campus located in Ponteland near Newcastle upon Tyne, has a long established history as the main provider of landbased education and training in the region, stretching back more than 50 years. The latest salon revamp includes new interiors, a new designated washing area, brand-new non-slip floors throughout and extended floor space within the salon. Head of Kirkley Hall Campus, Jen Bell said: “The dog grooming staff and students take pride in having many satisfied clients and are thrilled with the salons’ new look. “It’s great to see the salon thriving

and the team utilising the new space. Our veterinary nursing team have also joined the dog grooming team in the same building, which is a great addition to the centre. We hope to welcome lots of new faces along to try out our professional services soon.” Kirkley Hall Dog Grooming Parlour is open Monday to Friday during College term time and offers a range of services including full grooms, bathing, clipping, styling and trimming. Students and Apprentices studying on full-time grooming courses at Northumberland College get the chance to work on clients dogs at the parlour as part of their studies, under the supervision of fully qualified

Staff and students at Northumberland College's Dog Grooming Parlour.

professional staff. Level 3 Dog Grooming student, 37-year-old Kirsty Love, from Birtley, currently works as a veterinary practice receptionist, has a passion for animals and is doing the course to expand her skills so she can provide a dog grooming service freelance. Kirsty said: “I absolutely love the course and coming to College. Every day and every dog is completely different so we get vast amounts of experience. The course is only one day per week, which is perfect for me, so I balance work and childcare arrangements.” Learners complete a range of practical and theory based modules, with units including, basic trim of a

dog, bathing and cleaning, equipment maintenance, controlling and restraining animals, drying and preparing coats and breed standards and identification.” According to the PFMA annual report 2016, 23% of the North East are dog owners and on average spend £1,150 a year or £95 a month on their pets. As well as full-time courses and Apprenticeships, Northumberland College also offer a wide range of leisure courses including pet first aid, caring for pets and more. n For information on dog grooming courses call 01670 841 200 or email helphub@northland.ac.uk. For dog grooming appointments please call 01670 841254 or email grooming.parlour@northland.ac.uk.

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Animed Direct launch Pet Bereavement campaign for pets The campaign aims to raise awareness of the possible stress remaining pets may experience and give owners a tool box of practical solutions in the form of behavioural advice and helpful complementary supplements. In partnership with Vetoquinol, makers of pet supplement Zylkène, Animed Direct enlisted the help of ASAB Certified Clinical Animal Behaviourist Jane Williams for advice on how to spot the symptoms of stress in cats and dogs following the loss of another pet. Julianna Carrer, Senior Product Manager Vetoquinol commented “We understand the huge loss felt at the passing of a pet but it also affects the animals left behind in the household. They’ve suddenly lost their friend and companion and don’t understand why. We knew Zylkène would be a natural fit in helping pets cope

through difficult times and we are pleased to be working with Animed Direct on this project, supporting pets and their owners with their loss.” Nathan Flatman, Animed Direct’s Marketing Manager stated “Animed Direct is primarily an on-line pet pharmacy, with animal welfare at our heart. This campaign, which includes an video with leading pet behaviourist, James Williams, enables us to highlight potential stresses animals could be facing and gives owners some practical measures they can take. Jane Williams shared her wealth of knowledge with us, helping to identify the tell-tale changes in pets’ behaviour and gave suggestions as to how interaction with bereaved pets can brighten their day. Jane also talked about her hands-on experience of Zylkène, a natural product based on milk proteins which

Animeddirect.co.uk and Vetoquinol UK have launched a new video and print campaign aimed at helping pets going through bereavement following the loss of a companion four-legged friends

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helps pets get over stressful times. We hope our customers find the information in the campaign useful,

enabling them to help their pets get back on the road to their usual fun-loving behaviours”.

Hedgehoggy News Hedgehogs Win awards! The British Hedgehog Preservation Society (BHPS) is delighted to have scooped prestigious accolades at the Charity Film Awards held in London on 11th May. Their Hedgehog Close film held off fierce competition to be placed silver in their category and honoured with the overall People’s Choice Award. Hedgehog Close was created to spread the word about how to help hedgehogs and make people aware of their plight. Voiced by Gordon Buchanan and created by Zest Productions, the ‘Aardman-esque’ film has been widely shared on social media and viewed by well over a million people to date. Fay Vass, Chief Executive of BHPS said “We were so pleased to have won a silver award, you could have knocked us down with a feather when our little charity was called up to the stage to collect the major People’s Choice Award! There were so many wonderful Charities and causes represented on the evening, many far larger organisations than us, so we were especially grateful to have 10

received the most votes from our fantastic supporters.” Simon Burton, Co-Founder of the Awards praised BHPS saying “The Charity Film Awards is all about films that change behaviour. Hedgehog Close does an incredible job of motivating that change. I don’t know a single person who’s seen the film who hasn’t told me that they’ve cut a hole in their fence to make a hedgehog highway. A brilliant film.” Film Director, Tom Hooker added “When we first began moulding plasticine hedgehogs and building cardboard houses we never imagined the film would be so widely seen and successful. It was fantastic to be recognised amongst so many other brilliant charities.” Fay says the awards were even more special being collected at the end of a very busy Hedgehog Awareness Week organised by the Charity each year. “Being presented with the awards, by our lovely Patron David Domoney, was the icing on the #hedgehogweek cake!” The Charity hope this will boost the

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Tim Maynard and Tom Hooker from Zest Productions and Fay Vass, CEO of BHPS. Photo credit: Splento

popularity of the film even more resulting in more people finding out all about our humble hedgehog.

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Walkies down the aisle: Rise of pets at weddings revealed As Royal Wedding fever sweeps the nation, new research released today has revealed that 4 in 10 of the UK’s pet owners would want their beloved pet at their wedding! A survey of UK pet owners* commissioned by raw and natural pet food experts Natures Menu, has found that almost half of pet lovers (40%) would have their four-legged friend play a part in their special day. Of the traditional wedding day roles, official ring bearer is the most popular part of the official proceedings that we’d give to our pet (22%). This was followed by their appearance in the official photographs on the big day (20%), engagement photos and save the dates (11%) and even walking down the aisle as a bridesmaid (11%). 5% also said man’s best friend would be their best man or groomsman on their wedding day. What’s more, it appears the

younger generation are more inclined to want their pet at their future wedding, with 56% of 18-24 year olds saying they couldn’t imagine their big day without them – so a surge in pet attendance may be on the cards in years to come! The top reasons for couples to consider having their pet at their wedding: 1. Pets are a key member of our family, so they have to be there! (56%) 2. My pet will keep guests happy – they’re just so cute! (44%) 3. I would miss them too much if they weren’t there (31%) 4. My pet will look great all dressed up! (17%)

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5. They’d certainly make the photographs more interesting (17%) Michael Henson, a Digital Marketing Manager from Cardiff, is having his bulldog Bruno as a groomsman at his upcoming wedding: “When my fiancée and I got engaged, we knew straight away that we wanted our much-loved dog Bruno to be a part of our day. We even specifically chose a venue that was dog friendly. He is going to be an official groomsman and will be standing with me and my best man at the bottom of the aisle watching my wife-to-be walk down!” Claire Miller, Head Vet at Natures Menu, said: “It’s no surprise that so many people would consider having their four-legged friend attend their

wedding day and even give them a role to play. “Pets are no longer just pets and are now considered an integral part of the family. Having an animal around the house has become a common part of many cultures and our bond with our furry-friends has grown over the years. We love them just as much as much as humans and it is important that we provide our pets with a good, healthy diet that provides them with all the nutrients that they need to thrive.” Natures Menu pet food is packed with real, human grade meat and perfectly balanced to meet your pet's nutritional needs. Its vet approved complete meals are free of added sugars and flavour enhancers and contain absolutely no fillers, meat meals or meat derivatives. n Visit www.naturesmenu.co.uk

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Sweet Itch is anything but sweet. Here at HorseWorld (an equine rescue charity in Bristol) we are treating our horses and ponies that are allergic to midge saliva. We start treating for Sweet Itch as soon as the spring grass is starts to come through and the temperature is increasing. Dawn and dusk are the times midges are their most active. We have a lot of empathy for horses and ponies that are

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cursed with this misery so we do our utmost to ensure we treat and manage this condition the best we can.

We use a weekly treatment called Switch which is a pour on treatment from our vets and repels the midges. We also use all sorts of lotions and potions to soothe the itch. The ponies favourite at the moment is called Itchagon. We also use fly spray citronella or DEET and these with the lotions are applied daily. All of these items can be found on HorseWorld’s Amazon Wish List www.horseworld.org.uk/amazon Many of the charity’s supporters like to donate a specific item rather than a general donation so this list is a great way to donate items that the rescued horses really need and really improve their general welfare. We have every type of Sweet Itch rug and fly mask that is on the market. A lot of our rugs get ripped because of the itching problem so we always need new Sweet Itch rugs and volunteers to sew up the old ones. The field that the Sweet Itch ponies live in is so important if the ponies have the same dietary requirements they can live together. The field has to be electrified and have no solid surfaces to rub on. Don't worry

Sweet-itch crew.

our horses can shelter from the summer sun with the natural hedge lines and overhanging trees. The field is cleared of droppings every day to keep the midges at bay. Once the midge bites the pony will rub themselves raw over and over again until they bleed. They rub all their hair off until they are bald. They will find anything to kill the itch from their feet up to their ears, scooting along on their bellies, mutual grooming, wheelbarrows, stones, sticks anything! By this point, they are desperate which is why it’s so important to stop the midges biting in the first place. Just remember the next time you get an insect bite and you can't get to it you can't soothe it or you can't treat it. Please help our Sweet Itch ponies this summer by donating towards their rugs and treatments. n Please visit www.horseworld.org.uk to find out more and make a donation.

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If you would like to ask Simon for some pet advice then log onto their interesting site www.ardmorevets.co.uk

My dog has a skin problem and I have been advised to do an elimination diet, what will this involve?

Simon Bailey

Vet Simon answers your questions

An elimination diet is usually performed to try to highlight the cause of any underlying intolerance to a food or its ingredients. Usually it is associated with dietary or skin disease and I assume your vet has suggested and is overseeing it. It is a strict regime which is maintained usually for at least six weeks. The diet is usually home cooked and is based on a novel protein and carbohydrate source, and water. A novel dietary source should be something the animal has never knowingly had before to make it a true dietary trial. In addition exercise should be controlled, ideally on a lead so they cannot scavenge at all, as this will invalidate the trial. There are no treats or biscuits, and everything else in their management should remain constant during the trial i.e. medications. If over the course of the trial the signs being tested for improve the original diet is reintroduced to see if the signs recur. If so this confirms a dietary component is involved in the disease condition. The animal is then often referred to as being sensitive or ‘allergic’ to the offending diet. This can be taken a step further and specifically identify if it is a certain ingredient involved with the sensitivity. If the diet or ingredient is involved in the disease it should then be avoided for the future. This can involve long term home cooking of a diet, but for most people this is impractical and not cost

receiving a much better and more balanced diet than we often eat ourselves!! If you dog has a specific medical condition or health issues their diet may be an integral part of their treatment therefore do not change this without advice from your veterinary surgery.

What is the best diet to feed my dog?

I have recently got a new puppy, but since I have brought him home he has had some diarrhoea and I am unsure what to do.

Nowadays there is a vast array of diets available which are specific in their role in pet’s health. This area raises a lot of strong opinions regarding the ‘best’ diet, from breeders, manufacturers, pet shops, the internet etc many of whom will have a vested interest in selling the product. In practice, the key is to find a diet our pets will eat and seems to enjoy, thrives upon, does not cause illness, is nutritionally balanced and is affordable and available for the owner. Modern complete diets simplify the nutritional requirements for feeding animals, as there is a lot of scientific research in the formulations. It is still possible, and for some desirable, to formulate your own ‘home cooked balanced’ diet as there is complete control of ingredients. However for most people in a modern hectic life it is easier to feed a complete life stage diet. Ironically the research behind these diets results in our pets

It is not that uncommon for puppies when they transfer to their new homes to have diarrhoea for a short period. It is usually just down the stress involved in moving from their familiar environment with their mother and litter mates to a new family on their own. Ideally the best way to minimise the chances of this is continue feeding the same diet they were having in the breeders home for a few days and then gradually wean them onto the diet you would like them to have over the next seven days. This will allow their digestion to adapt gradually. However if they are vomiting, and generally depressed, or if blood is evident in their stools they should be seen by the vet. I have assumed with this answer that the puppy has been wormed and vaccinated, as some infectious diseases can cause these signs. If there is any doubt it is worth getting the puppy checked over.

effective. Therefore they will look for a commercial sensitive of hypoallergenic diet. This diet should match as closely the main ingredients of those in the dietary trial and gradually be introduced as the main diet. If the disease signs begin to recur with the new diet, then it should be stopped and an alternative tried. This process may take some time and should be performed in a structured manner. Your vet or vet nurse nutritional advisor will be able to help. Sensitive diets are commercially produced and are usually based around fish or poultry as their protein source, and pasta, rice or potato as their carbohydrate source. They are a complete food as so have the required vitamins and minerals included for a healthy pet. It may be that a number of these needs to be tried to see the signs do not recur and the dog eats it. In some instances the sensitivities of the pet is so strong or there are multiple sensitivities that a prescription diet is needed. These diets are very hypoallergenic, and produced in a form that reduces the incidence of sensitivities developing or worsening. They are the most sensitive commercial feeds available. There may be a conflict in diets due to sensitivities and other medical problems, and as such this management can require professional specialist nutritional advice from a veterinary dietician.

I want to change my cats diet from a wet meat diet to dried biscuits, how should I do this? I am unsure the reason for the decision to change but in general any change should be performed gradually over five to seven days to allow the cats digestive system to adapt to the new physical form of the diet i.e. Dry Kibble, and also the change in the ingredients of the food, because even if you are changing to the same brand just the dry version it will be different and require some adjustment. Gradually add more of the new diet day by day, whilst taking away some of the old diet, until totally onto the new feed. If they go off the food, have vomiting or diarrhoea then stop increasing the amount of new feed and maintain at the current level to see if the cat simply requires further time to adjust. If the signs persist for 2 days or the cat appears lethargic and out of sorts then revert to their old food and take advice from your vet. It may be that they cannot tolerate the new food, although this is rare, it does happen.

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Research challenges the idea that black dogs are less likely to be adopted and finds age and breed of dog key factors in waiting time for adoption In the past, news reports have regularly quoted animal shelter personnel and spokespeople from various humane organisations, who state that it is harder to rehome black dogs compared to others. The idea is so entrenched that there’s even a name for it – Black Dog Syndrome – with various surveys appearing to support the concept. However, research has not only challenged this view, but has resulted in some surprising findings. Published in UFAW’s scientific journal Animal Welfare, a study aimed to determine whether the colour of a dog’s coat had a significant impact on its average length of availability for adoption in a shelter and on its likelihood of euthanasia. The study used four years of adoption and euthanasia data from two private, not-for-profit animal shelters located in the USA. The data amounted to 16,692 records of dogs and was carried out by the Department of Animal Behaviour, Ecology and Conservation at Canisius College, New York. Only those dogs considered to have the potential to be rehomed were included in the analysis. Dogs under 1 year of age or over 13 years were excluded as well as those with

missing or incomplete information relating to their coat colour, breed, sex or age. The study determined the number of days which passed between when the dog first became available for adoption and the actual adoption date and this was defined as the LOA or length of availability for adoption. Breeds were grouped into herding, hound, non-sporting, sporting, terrier, toy, bully and working. The bully breeds (American pit bull, American Staffordshire terrier or Staffordshire bull terrier) were considered separately from the other terrier breeds. Coat colour was also categorised and reduced to nine standard options – black, brindle, brown, grey, red, tan, white, yellow and multi-colour. Assistant Professor Christy Hoffman PhD who co-authored the study, said: “Approximately 3.9 million dogs each year are accepted into community animal shelters in the United States. Whilst the impetus for this study was to examine the impact of black coat colour on the length of availability for adoption (LOA) and the likelihood of euthanasia, our results indicated that it

Older dogs find it harder to find a permanent home

is in actual fact a brindle coloured coat that is associated with increased likelihood of euthanasia and increased LOA, not black. Also, age and breed group were more consistent predictors of shelter outcomes than coat colour. Previous research has found that factors other than coat colour, such as age and breed or breed group, are better indicators in predicting the length of stay at a shelter and our study results support those findings.” The study found that, in general, younger dogs were more quickly rehomed and had lower euthanasia rates than older dogs. They were also less likely to be classified as unhealthy or untreatable. The bully breeds had the longest waits prior to adoption, were euthanised at higher than expected rates, and were more likely than expected to be labelled as unhealthy/untreatable.

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Fleas, Ticks & Worms With Summer on the way, flea, tick and worm prevention is extremely important but the range of products on the market can often be very confusing. The right treatment depends on the age of the pet and the extent of exposure to the different parasites. The Parasites Fleas are ubiquitous and are a serious source of irritation to the pet and can also cause allergic reactions. Still worse, once established, they can infest the household furnishings as well as the pet and become a source of irritation to humans too! Despite rumours of resistance to certain treatments, according to the scientists, resistance to flea and tick preparations is rare and treatment failure is more often associated with inappropriate treatment. Anthelmintic resistance is well known. Ticks carry diseases. Babesiosis results in lethargy, weakness, pale gums, red/brown urine and fever. Lyme’s disease causes lesions, lethargy, fever and polyarthritis. Sometimes affects the heart, nervous system and the kidneys. Left untreated, both

Babesiosis and Lyme’s Disease can be fatal. Rapid treatment is essential but prevention is by far the safest route. Pet owners should note that other tick borne diseases occur in Europe so if your dog is going on holiday, consult your veterinary surgeon to ensure the right protection. Worms are especially serious in puppies and kittens and seriously debilitating in adult dogs and cats. There are a variety of parasites including roundworms, hookworms, heartworms and tape worms so broad spectrum anthelmintics are essential. Parasite Prevention The complexity of making the right choice are illustrated below. One treatment may not be enough and of course, not all preventatives can be used on puppies and kittens.

Stronghold is the only systemic, topical application that is effective against fleas and worms and suitable for puppies. However, it is important to know that it does not protect pets from ticks nor tapeworms. The majority of the products on the market are flea and tick only. Advantix is a firm favourite for protection against both fleas and ticks with veterinary surgeons. Collars are especially recommended for pets that do not tolerate medication and these last up to 8 months whereas spot- ons last an average of 1 month. Advantage is only effective against fleas. There are a plethora of wormers on the market but in truth there are only 5 active ingredients commonly used: • Pyrantal • Febantal

• Praziquantal • Fenbendazole • Pyrental embonate The majority are a combination of two or more actives in order to achieve protection against roundworms, tapeworms, hook worms, whip worms and heart worms. Panacur and Drontal are among the most popular. Resistance to wormers is not uncommon so alternating treatments that contain different components is a sensible precaution. If you are in any doubt, seek veterinary advice on treatment choices. Protection is essential for pet welfare. n For more information visit www.biolifeinternational.co.uk

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Fleas, Ticks & Worms Flea, Fly and Worm Control in Rabbits & Guinea pigs Rabbits and Guinea pigs are far less likely to suffer from roundworms or tapeworms than cats or dogs but if you are in any doubt, products containing Invermectin, Piperazine, Fenbendazole or Abendazole are recommended but please ensure that you use the correct dose. Guinea pigs especially have a death wish if they are in any way distressed.. Rabbits not only suffer from fleas but they can also get fly strike which can KILL. Making sure that the small pet and the cage are kept clean especially during the summer months. For additional protection, permethrin based sprays such as Beaphar’s Fly Free are recommended along with spot on treatments such as Advantage, Stronghold or Program. Protection from lice mange

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and mites are usually based on Deltamethoprin, Dirotefuran, Fipronil, Imidclopid, Indoxacarb or Invermectin. If you are in any doubt, consult your veterinary surgeon and they will be only too happy to provide you with a programme of treatments designed especially for your little furry pet.

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National Pet Charity Blue Cross is urging horse owners and riders to show how much they love their horses by taking part in next week’s National Equine Health Survey 21-28 May 2018 www.bluecross.org.uk/NEHS. Medal winning riders such as Mary and Emily King and Yazmin Pinchen have already signed up to support it and Blue Cross needs you too. Watch Yazmin Pinchen speaking about why the National Equine Survey is so important here https://youtu.be/Gcfuo2qn7ik The ten-minute online snapshot survey enables you to give anonymous feedback on the health of your horses over the period of a week. The results help to find trends in endemic equine diseases and as patterns emerge they are helping us to steer equine awareness, education

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and research to help keep the nation’s horses healthier. This year the survey includes some pertinent welfare questions to help guide knowledge in this vital area in response to the UK’s serious horse welfare crisis. NEHS is run by Blue Cross in partnership with the British Equine Veterinary Association. Dodson and Horrell is generously helping Blue Cross cover the costs of running the scheme. Supporters of the Survey include the British Horse Society, Horse Trust, Redwings and the Pony Club. Visit www.bluecross.org.uk/NEHS or email NEHS@bluecross.org.uk to register and take part and you will have the chance to win some superb prizes such as Star Lister Clippers, a Lister Adagio Trimmer and some Burford Ariat boots.

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Hello, If your horse has been on a long course of medication, Milk thistle will be excellent to help his / her liver. When the liver has been damaged due to long term medication, poison or worm burden Milk Thistle will help to improve function by regenerating cells and increasing bile secretions. It will protect the Liver during long-term medication and has also been seen to reduce fat deposits in the liver. It is often used as a spring tonic. It is important to feed Milk Thistle for 4-6 weeks as the body absorbs it slowly. Other herbs that may help are: Nettle which is great as a Spring Tonic, a rich source of vitamin C and Iron and will also help as a blood cleanser. Dandelion root will stimulate the liver, the leaf will support the kidneys and also works as a blood cleanser. Garlic and Echinacea which will help to boost the immune system. Burdock root is an excellent tissue cleanser and will help tissue to get rid of a build up of toxins, it should be fed alongside herbs such as nettle, clivers or dandelion which will help to remove the toxins from the body.

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London's least pet-friendly boroughs • The most pet-friendly London borough is Kensington and Chelsea (153) • The least pet-friendly London borough is City of London (1) • The most popular pets in the UK are dogs with 26% of households owning one. • Mice are the least owned pets in the UK (0.03%). We’re a nation of pet lovers, and it’s of no surprise, a recent survey has suggested that more than a third of owners prefer their pets to their partners! Figures from the PFMA (Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association) show that in 2018, 45% of households in the UK own pets, which equates to a staggering 12 million households. But what do you do if you own a pet, and you’re in a position that you may never own your own home? New statistics show that by 2025, more than 25% of UK households will be privately rented, as the prospect of owning a home becomes more of a distant dream. So, Brits are treating rental properties as a long-term solution to their living requirements, and therefore want what they could have in a home of their own. Knowing just how much Brits love their pets, housing agents Fasthomes.org investigated which London boroughs are most welcoming of pets when renting a house. Fast Homes extracted figures from Zoopla over the period of one month to assess just how many houses and flats per London borough allow pets. The top 5 pet-friendly London boroughs are: Kensington and Chelsea (153), Lewisham (59), Westminster (56),

Lambeth (49) and Wandsworth (44). On the other hand, the five boroughs which are considered the least pet-friendly are: Redbridge (5), Barking and Dagenham, (3), Bexley (3), Sutton (3) and City of London (1). Which are the most popular pets in the UK? Unanimously, it is evident just how much Brits love to be around their pets and their choice of living is dependent on if they can have their pets with them. But what are the most popular pets owned in the UK? Fasthomes.org analysed pet ownership trends in 2018 provided for by the PFMA to illustrate a breakdown of the most popular animals to cohabit with. As expected, dogs (26%) and cats (18%) are the most conventional and popular choice of pets in British homes. There are approximately 9 million dogs in the UK, and 8 million cats. Figures from the year before, show a 2% increase for the percentage of households with dogs, whilst homes with cats rose by 1%. The percentage of households with other pets include: Rabbits (2%), Indoor birds (1%), Guinea Pigs (1%), Hamsters (1%), Tortoises and Turtles (0.8), Lizards

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Why the type of chip matters Originally this article was going to explore why dogs are microchipped. However, as the answer is, “because it’s required by law”, that makes for a short article.

Instead, let’s take a look at why the type of chip matters. A microchip is a microchip, right? Just go for the cheapest? As an owner, you want the best for your loyal friend. You make sure they have a good quality diet, plenty of exercise and a comfy bed. But what do you know about the chip that’s been implanted inside your dogs’ body? It is true that microchips do have to conform to certain standards, but this is by no means a guarantee of high quality, rather a defined perfiormance standard. Although it is unusual for quality microchips to fail, the same

cannot be said for cheap chips manufactured outside Europe, with a retail price around a third of those manufactured in Europe.

Another consideration is likely to be that the chip cannot be reprogrammed so that someone else profits from your loss.

What do you want from your dogs microchip? Top of the list must be reliability. If the worst happens and your dog is lost, you want confidence that the technology won’t let you down. That your dog will be found, scanned and returned to you. Quickly. It is also reasonable to assume that you want the microchip to do no harm.

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Microchipping your Pet It’s National Microchip Month in June, designed to remind us of how important it is to microchip your pet – not just for our peace of mind, but for their safety as well! But you look after your pet really well don’t you, so is there any point in microchipping? The answer is a resounding ‘yes’. The scenarios you think may never happen to you can and might: your pet gets out or runs off; somebody takes your pet or something happens such as a car accident or house fire and your pet runs off in distress to hide. If you have ever been in a situation when you don’t know where your pet is, you’ll have experienced the utter feeling of being hopeless, distraught and panicky that your pet is somewhere bewildered, scared or distressed. It’s a truly horrible feeling. Lost pets are thankfully often found, and this is when a microchip comes into its own as instantly a veterinary professional will be able to scan your

pet and read your details held on the chip. You’ll then be rung and your nightmare will be over. For a pet with no microchip, you have to hope that you can be reconnected. For some animals with an owner who cannot be traced, the options are re-homing or the unthinkable. Don’t let that be your pet… And if your pet is found sadly deceased, then at least you know what has happened and you can say goodbye properly. In 2016 it became compulsory for dogs to be microchipped so you’re actually breaking the law if you don’t do it. It’s quick and pain-free and could save you hours, days or even weeks of unimaginable distress as well as bringing your pet right back home where he or she should be. You need to have it done by the time

your dog is 8 weeks old; the fine for not complying is up to £500 (the rules are different in Scotland and Wales). The government’s website states that your dog’s microchip must be fitted by a trained professional (your vet) or free microchipping is available at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home, Blue Cross Centres and the Dogs Trust (ask them for more information about availability). The professional who microchips your dog will also take your contact details, which are then kept alongside the microchip number on a database, so that your dog can be returned to you if it’s lost or stolen. You must make sure that your dog is registered on one of the following databases (they all meet government standards and you may be fined if you have

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Brian M8 mths

Carlin M14-15

Carlos M

Chloe M14-15

Frosty M7

Bandit M

A rea character and will make a fantastic family pet!

Seeks comfort in a fuss when people approach him.

Quite active and loves to play... he will be great fun!

Would love a retirement home to live his life in peace.

We are sure he will be a great pet, once he has settled.

Chloe is a lovely quiet lady who minds her own business.

Frosty is a lovely cat, and really enjoys a fuss..

A little character and loves to play.. he will make a great pet!

Eden Animal Rescue

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Patch M7

Smudge F13

Jeff M3

Fattimus M3-4

Dora F

Cherry F

Spot M

Stephen M

He is a very friendly affectionate boy.

She would make a great companion cat for somebody that lives alone.

He likes to go outside and has lived in a town so is aware of traffic.

He likes other cats and has come from a rural home.

Looking for a home soon, once her kittens are grown up.

She is timid but if she can find a quiet home her confidence will grow.

Spot at the moment is a little timid. A quiet home will be best for spot.

He is a friendly boy that just needs a home to call his own.

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

Brendan M6 Brendan is such a sweetheart, his favourite past-time is to climb up on your lap and snuggle into your neck sweetly.

Pepe Le Mew M9-10 I am looking for the perfect companion who will give me a second chance at a loving home.

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Zezo M7-8

Dorothy F8-9

Peggy F7-8

Robbie M2

Betty M4-5

Ophelia F10

The only thing Zezo loves more than laptime fussing is treats! Whether it's dreamies or meaty sticks, "yes, please!"

There's no place like home, there's no place like home, there's no place like home...

Peggy is shouting at the top of her lungs "get outta the pub! and come and meet me".

He has showed us he is a gentle giant who adores giving head butts for fuss.

I would really love to live with some nice adults who will be able to give me a lovely, quiet home!

Ophelia would love nothing more than a forever friend to laze with in the sun.

Foal Farm

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Amelia F5

Ruby F9

Candy F3

Tinkerbell F4

She would probably be best suited in an adult only home, as the only animal.

An affectionate loving cat. She would love a garden to enjoy as well.

She would need a quiet, adult only home, where she can get to gain your trust.

She is a pretty girl and deserves the security of a loving home.

Silver M14

Monni M7

Oreo M2 He would need an adult only home with a nice secure garden.

Would be suited to an He needs lots of time adult only home as and attention, to the only animal. make him feel secure.

Grinshill Animal Rescue

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Billy M7 We now want this handsome boy to find his forever home.

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Munchkin M4

BooBoo F7

Snowbell F8

Hope F

Would love to have company and a lap to sit on.

She is very happy to sit on your shoulder while you are working.

Would suit being an only cat as very protective over her food.

Would love a retirement home where she can live in peace and comfort.

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A young cat, who was found hiding in a garage, is now safe and has found a new forever home Mechanics working in a garage near Wembley in North West London had discovered the one-year-old tortoiseshell, named Jamillah, on the premises and immediately called London-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew, for help. Mayhew’s Animal Welfare Officer, Paul Grimes, said: “When we collected Jamillah from the garage, she was covered in dirt and looked frightened. We immediately brought her back to Mayhew to be seen by our Vet team. “She was ever so friendly, enjoying lots of fuss and strokes. From the state of Jamillah, it looked like she had been hiding in the garage for a couple of weeks. We can’t imagine how terrifying it must have been for her.” Jamillah was quickly seen by Mayhew’s experienced Vet team at their on-site Community Vet Clinic and was given a thorough health check. During her assessments Mayhew’s Vet team discovered that Jamillah 30

was not microchipped to anyone, and unfortunately, no one came forward to collect her. Mayhew’s Vet, Dr Emily Richardson, said: “When Jamillah arrived she was very dirty, but had no other specific health concerns. “We gave her flea and worming treatment and she was microchipped and later fully vaccinated and neutered.” Animal Welfare Officer, Paul Grimes, added: “A young female cat like Jamillah is likely to become lost or stray due to not being neutered. Female cats can be chased away from their local area by un-neutered male cats trying to mate with them and female cats are just as likely as the males to stray looking for a mate. “At Mayhew we provide low-cost neutering at our Community Vet Clinic and also deliver a free Pick & Snip service to help and encourage people who have been unable to neuter their cat due to cost, disability, apathy or transport availability.”

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After receiving medical attention and care from Mayhew’s Vet team and love and socialisation from their Cattery team, friendly and affectionate Jamillah was soon back on her paws. Jamillah was put for adoption and has now found a new home and her happily ever after. Jamillah has since been renamed Piper and is enjoying her new life with the Dwek family, who said: “Our beautiful Piper has flourished and

completely come out of her shell since arriving. “She loves staring outside the windows gawping at the birds and has thoroughly enjoyed exploring the garden.”

n If you are interested in adopting any other cats in Mayhew’s care, please visit their website www.themayhew.org or call 020 8962 8000.

Mayhew’s Animal Welfare Officers and Vet team respond to hundreds of animals in need. Find out more about their services including affordable preventive care and community outreach projects by visiting www.themayhew.org and please consider a donation to help them help even more animals like Jamillah.

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Lindee Lu is the UK's Premier Cattery and Kennel Builder Lindee Lu have been designing and manufacturing Catteries and Kennels for licensed boarding, rescue groups and private individuals for over 40 years.

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Supplying Catteries and Kennels for over 40 years

Manufacturing Catteries is what we do We don’t build sheds, or garden furniture, we design and build premium bespoke living accommodation for cats. This is a new era for animal housing. Expectations have risen dramatically over the last 5 years meaning customers want larger, lighter, luxurious living spaces for their beloved animals and what better way to ease the wave of guilt you might feel when leaving home watched by two large, sad eyes, than to know your furry friend will be enjoying five star luxury in your absence. Each individual cat house or run is made from scratch by the team of expert joiners in our factory near Bristol. Some weeks we are busy manufacturing enormous 30 pen catteries ready to be delivered and installed in Scotland, other days we will be putting together a bespoke garden run for a cat lover a couple of miles away. Whatever we are doing, we are doing it with the love, care and attention to detail that people have come to know and expect from a Lindee Lu building.

Whether you foster, breed or have been thinking about running a little business from home with a boarding cattery, we are here to help you make your dreams a reality. Why not give us a call for a chat? We don’t hard sell, we don’t insist you buy a minimum number of pens and it doesn’t matter how large or small your project is. Email: sales@lindee-lu.co.uk or call 01275 853800 Find us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/LindeeLuLtd/

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The Sheffield Cats Shelter

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Alice F4

Martini F3

Jerry M10 mths & Sweep M10 mths

Eva & Lila F3

Heather & Poppy F18

She is a very affectionate girl who loves attention.

Martini is a lovely girl with a big personality and loves to snooze!

They are a little timid. They may never be lap cats or fussy cats, but they do deserve a great, happy and safe life nonetheless.

These girls are looking for an adult only home together, they are used to living with other cats however Lila likes to be the boss.

These two cuties can be very shy at first. Due to their shy nature, we do not think they would get on well with Children or Dogs.

Sunshine Cat Rescue

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Sugar & Spice F1

Millie F5

Ramie F1

Malcolm M5

George M2

Achilles M6

Randy M10

They could not cope with other animals or small children, so a quiet home would be preferable, hopefully with a garden where they could explore a bit.

She’s friendly, enjoys attention and strokes, and LOVES her bed!

Could you offer this little lady a loving forever home?

Ready for his forever home and would love rural surroundings if possible.

He would love a home where he has company. If he’s alone he cries.

I am an outgoing and affectionate chap who loves playing with bits of string!

I am a very friendly boy who is happy to receive fuss and return it!

Warrington Animal Welfare

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Arlo M1-2

Bumbo M6

Chloe F8

Dudley M2-3

Duke M

Felicity F6

Gemini F2

Jane F2

A little nervous at the moment, but does like his fusses when he gets to know you.

He is a handsome cat with a friendly personality - you will find it hard to resist his charms!

She is a friendly, mature girl who becomes putty in your hands after a few head rubs!

has started to come out of shell and is enjoying attention and fusses from the volunteers!

He is a very nervous cat, possibly sem-feral, looking for a farm/stables environment for him.

Has started showing us her playful side! She loves playing with her toy pouncing around.

She just needs a lovely human friend and a home she can call her own.

She can be a little nervous at first, but when she learns to trust you appreciates a little bit of a fuss.

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Curious Stats about A. Astrocat: The first cat in space was a French cat called Felicette (also known as Astrocat) in 1963. Amazingly she survived the trip. B. Belgium: In 1879, 37 cats were used to deliver mail in some villages. Not surprisingly, it didn’t last long as the cats weren’t disciplined enough to keep it up. Clearly a very early version of Postman Pat and his cat! C. Climbing: Cats can’t climb head first down trees as every claw on their paws point the same way; therefore they have to back down. D. Dusty: Dusty is the cat who holds the record for having the most kittens. She gave birth to more than 420 in her lifetime. E. Eyesight: Cats can see very well in dim light and have a very wide peripheral view. Much better than humans F. First Cat Show: The first cat show in the UK was in London at Crystal Palace on 13th July 1871. G. Glands: You might think that when your cat is rubbing around your legs it is just being affectionate, but it is actually

marking its territory with sweat glands. H. Hearing: Two Siamese cats living at Holland’s Embassy in Moscow discovered microphones hidden by Russian spies. Staff noticed that the cats would meow and claw at the walls and, on investigation, instead of finding mice they found microphones. The sharp hearing of the cats (sharper than a dog) heard when the microphones were switched on!

they are more likely to hiss or spit at other cats. N. Nose: The prints on a cat’s nose have a unique ridged pattern, much like a human’s fingerprint. O. Oldest Cat: The oldest cat on record was 38 year old Crème Puff from Austin, Texas. Cats can typically live up to 20 years old.

I. Isaac Newton: The famous discoverer of the principles of gravity also invented the cat flap!

P. Purring: Purring occurs when vocal folds vibrate in the throat. A muscle in the larynx opens and closes in the air passage 25 times a second.

J. Jump: A cat can jump up to five times its own height in one single bound.

Q. Queen: The official name for a female cat (but can sometimes be known as a ‘Molly’).

K. Kindle: The name given to a group of kittens (as well a famous e:reader!)

R. Run: A cat can run at a top speed of approximately 30 mph over a short distance.

L. Litters: The average litter is 1 – 9 kittens, but the largest recorded is 19, of which 15 survived.

S. Sleep: Cats love to sleep. In fact they spend, on average, two thirds of every day asleep, therefore a 9 year old cat has only been awake for 3 years of its life!

M. Meow: Cats will almost always only meow at humans, hardly ever at other cats. In fact

T. Towser: Towser was a cat

s! who lived at the Glenturret distillery in Scotland, charged with keeping the rodent population down. In her 24 year lifetime she caught almost 30,000 mice and earned herself a place in the Guinness Book of Records as World Mousing Champion. U. Urine: Cat urine glows in the dark when a black light (ultraviolet) shines on it. So if you think your kitten or cat has had an accident in the house, use a black/ultraviolet light to seek it out. V. Vibrations: Cats are extremely sensitive to vibrations and can detect an earthquake tremor up to 15 minutes before a human can. W. Whiskers: A cat usually has 12 whiskers on each side of his face. Whiskers perform like a kind of radar for cats, gauging spaces and surroundings. X. Xtreme Temperatures: Cats prefer their food at room temperature. They are likely to turn away from it if it is too warm or too cold. Y. York: There are at least 22 statues of cats in and around the city of York, dating as far back as the early 19th century. They are said to protect the City’s residents. Z. The most expensive cat was an Asian Leopard/ Domestic Shorthair Hybrid named “Zeus”, with an asking price of £100,000.

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By Tamara Labelle from ExoticDirect

ExoticDirect have put together a range of fascinating facts about Ferrets 1. As well as being super cute, ferrets can also be very cheeky, and like to steal and hide things. Owners have reported that their ‘little thief’ has run off with the dog’s bone (woe betide the dog spotting them!), shoes, bracelets, computer mice, socks and apples. And once their hoard is found, they just relocate. So if you’ve lost something, you know who to point your finger at… 2. Known as a Mustela Putorius Furo in Latin, ferrets are a domesticated version of the European Polecat, and belong to the weasel genus. Ferrets have been kept as pets for over 2,000 years, meaning they’re not so ‘wild’ as you think! 3. A female ferret is known as a

Jill, while a male is known as a hob. If you’re ferret lover you’ll also know that a spayed ferret can be called a sprite, a neutered male can be called a hobble, or gib, and a vasectomised ferret can be known as a hoblet. And a baby ferret is known as a kit. That’s a lot of different names for your ferret! But do you know what a group of ferrets is called? 4. A group is known as a ‘Business of ferrets’. So next time you tell your ferret friend to ‘mind their own business’ they may just head off to see their ferrets! 5. Ferrets love their sleep and can be found curled up snoozing for around 14-18 hours a day. They’re most active at dawn and at dusk. Meaning your ferret can be your alarm clock in the morning, and someone to play with when you get home from work. Being active at these times means they’re ‘crepuscular animals’. 6. Ferrets have found their favourite foods by the age of 6 months, and after this you’ll find it very hard to change any eating habits.

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7. A newborn kit will only measure 2 - 2.5 inches, which is around the length of your little finger. She’ll also be born blind and deaf, taking about 5-6 weeks to open her eyes and ears. For the first few weeks she’s totally dependent on her mum. However, even as a baby she’ll still love cuddles from her human mum. 8. Ferrets can live for around 7 – 10 years and can breed from an early age. Females will be fertile from around 4 months of age, and males from around 6-8 months. This ties in with the first spring after their birth. 9. Ferrets are so cute, you can’t imagine them being upset. An upset ferret will squeak at you, and a scared ferret will hiss. However when your ferret is happy she’ll jump around and perform sideways hops. She’ll also make a soft clucking noise called ‘Dooking’. She may also wag her little tail! 10. Ferrets are obligate carnivores, which means they must eat meat, ideally raw. Fruit and veggies are a no, no for ferrets. Even if

they beg (which they love to), ferrets shouldn’t be fed them. They’re high in carbohydrate and vegetable protein which could make them very poorly. Check out ExoticDirect’s article on What do ferrets eat? 11. Like cats, ferrets can be litter trained. And like cats and other animals, ferrets learn where their ‘toileting’ spot is by smell. Once trained, ferrets will need several litter trays dotted around the house – a favourite spot being near the front door. They view this area as the ‘entrance to their burrow’. Who’s the homeowner now then? 12. Ferrets are very bendy, with a long spinal column. This means they can squeeze into tight spaces and turn around easily to get back out. No shuffling backwards for ferrets! ExoticDirect can insure a wide range of exotic pets, including ferrets, parrots, reptiles, tortoises, small furries and even pygmy hedgehogs! Check to see if they can insure your exotic pet.

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All the nutrition your bunnies need! So what should you be feeding your bunny? There is such a wide selection of pet food available it is often difficult to know which one will suit your pet the best. Well, the first thing to look for is fibre. It has become increasingly recognised that the most important nutrient in a rabbit’s diet is fibre. Fibre is vital in promoting your pet’s wellbeing and vitality as it encourages a good chewing action that helps keep a rabbit’s ever-growing teeth in trim, supports healthy digestive function and provides emotional enrichment. Of course, it is important to start the fibre journey with an excellent quality hay and/or fresh grass. Your pet rabbit should be eating a portion of sweet-smelling quality hay (Timothy is ideal), or fresh grass around about the same size as their own body every day. If your pet isn’t eating so much hay, there are a few simple things you can do to encourage them to increase their daily hay intake. Try stuffing some hay into cardboard tubes and boxes and hiding a few healthy treats or food inside to encourage your bunny to forage, chew and explore. Moving on to your rabbit’s daily food portion you should keep fibre firmly in mind when selecting which food to feed. It is important to select a specially formulated rabbit food to feed alongside your

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rabbit’s daily hay portion to ensure that they are getting all the vitamins and minerals they need. Hay is an essential, but as it is a natural crop, often stored for extended periods of time, it is impossible to know that fed alone it will provide the correct vitamin and mineral balance that will promote a long and healthy life. So when you are looking at which rabbit food to feed to feed alongside your bunny’s hay, the measure to look for on pack is ‘Crude Fibre’ – this is the legal declaration on pack that shows how much fibre is in your pet’s food. Vets firmly believe that fibre is most important when recommending rabbit food, as a wild rabbit’s natural diet would consist of mainly grass, which contains 20-25% fibre. You should therefore be seeking to select a rabbit food for your pet that has a similar Crude Fibre content. There are also lots of other super-healthy, natural ingredients to look out for in your rabbit’s food that help to keep your rabbit happy and healthy and which are of course extremely tasty. One very important ingredient is linseed. Linseed is high in Omega-3 and 6 and will help to promote flawless skin and a glossy coat, keeping bunnies as healthy on the outside as they are on the inside. Another ingredient to watch out for in your pet’s food is anything sugary. Rabbits

Rabbit poop pellets

Caecotrophs

naturally require a low energy dense diet, which means they do not respond so well to sugar in their diet, so anything containing sugary ingredients should be avoided or only fed very occasionally as a treat. Try and avoid foods that contain added or hidden sugars such as molasses, fruit pulp or syrup. Too much sugar in your bunny’s diet can encourage overeating and lead to weight gain. Weight gain is not great for bunnies, as they need to eat their own first pass of poop – yes that’s right they need to eat their own poop! They need to do this to stay healthy – the first pass of poop, which they eat directly from source, is called a caecotroph and it is softer than the second pass of poop, which looks more like a round, dry fibrous ball. Caecotrophs contain special nutrients your bunnies need to eat. If you start to notice uneaten caecotrophs in your bunny’s enclosure, you

should consider increasing their hay intake and reducing the other more concentrated, sugary foods in their diet. If bunny gets too big, this can cause problems, as they will not be able to reach round to eat their caecotrophs and may be unable get all the nutrition they need, so keep an eye on your bunny’s body condition score and make sure they have plenty of exercise too. It is also a great idea to include a small handful of leafy greens in your rabbit’s daily diet. Leafy greens provide additional nutrients and moisture in your rabbit’s diet as well as providing a variety of textures and tastes that will offer stimulation and enrichment. But take care with the carrots – whilst Bugs Bunny might be addicted to their sweet taste, they are too sugary to make up part of your bunny’s daily diet, so try to remember to keep it green and only ever feed a small piece of carrot as a special treat. You can find information on the most suitable vegetables to feed to your bunny at www.supremepetfoods.com/veggies. Of course your bunny should also have access to fresh clean drinking water all the time. Supreme Science Selective and Selective Naturals offers hay, food and treats that are bursting with flavour and healthy natural ingredients, with lots of high fibre and no added sugars. Why not try Science Selective for your rabbit with the money off coupon in this magazine, or visit www.supremepetfoods.com to find out more.

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Nutrition for Small animals Most of us enjoy food and eating, and our pets are no different! Like us, they are motivated to eat by means of needing to survive, but it is also enjoyable. Food, warmth and shelter are our mutual basic needs. We eat to survive, but food is much more than sustenance, it is an integral part of our lives; a fact that we must not overlook when thinking about our pets’ needs. Nutrition for small animals can be a fascinating subject. Understanding it involves understanding how any living creature takes the food caught or offered to it, breaks it up and rebuilds the individual components into itself, a living creature. We are what we eat, and so are our pets. Nutrition is a powerful tool in the promotion of good health and prevention of disease but advice on nutrition is of particular significance when applied to small animals so we urge you as we always do to take veterinary advice if you are unsure and lean on the knowledge of industry experts, many of who you can find in the pages of this magazine! But let’s think about how your pet gets its nutrition from its food. The pet will eat the food product, and it will then move along from one breakdown process to the next and finally eliminating the undigested remnants from the body (for you to clear away!). Food items (and everything else) entering the digestive tract are subject to compression, ripping and shredding,

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strong acids and alkalis, and enzyme and bacterial attack during this breakdown process, leaving relatively little untouched. Even so some items are more resistant than others and will yield fewer nutrients to the animal than those items which are more easily broken down; of the breakdown products, some are more useful than others. Just to complicate things a little more, different animals have different requirements, some being designed to cope with diets low in nutrients, others having very specific needs. We talk of food, but the most important nutrient is water so you must understand why it is important to keep a fresh clean supply available at all times. The body of a small animal consists of around 70% water and relatively small losses can cause problems. When very young, the proportion of water is between 75% and 80% and in mature animals between 50% and 60% because of a natural increase in body fat. An animal may lose almost all its fat and half of its protein but still survive; a Joss of 10% water will cause serious illness and a 15% loss will lead to death if not quickly replaced. Small animals are known to enjoy plenty of dietary fibre but it’s not always classed as a nutrient and thus considered an essential component of a diet, But it is important and does affect the health and efficient functioning of the digestive system in many ways including the delay of gastric

emptying; the alteration of nutrient absorption; the transit time of food through the gut plus the issue of what comes out the other end… it keeps your pet’s poo right in terms of bulk and moisture. In the wild, carnivores tend to eat all parts of their prey, both digestible and indigestible, so fibre can be regarded as a natural part of the diet. Vitamins are complex organic substances required in very small quantities to maintain growth, health and survival of living creatures. Plants can manufacture the vitamins they require, but animals on the whole cannot, and therefore require them as an essential part of their diet so it’s important to choose your pet’s food wisely. Let’s look at individual types of small animal: Rabbits are herbivores so only eat vegetable matters so need a high fibre diet for proper digestion. A controlled amount of high quality grass hay pellets with fresh grass hay, vegetables and fruits is an optimal diet for a rabbit. Water is the most important requirement for a rabbit and must be kept in fresh supply. Hamsters are omnivorous pets who love to hoard food. The best feeding time is in the evening when they start to wake up. Complete foods specifically for hamsters are available but bear in mind that in their natural habitat hamsters eat grasses, seeds and grain. Although

they are often mistaken as herbivores, they are omnivores and need protein in their diet to keep them healthy. They need feeding every day and as they are nocturnal creatures, an evening feed is ideal. Mice are coprophagic rodents. This means that they eat their poo to enable them to absorb essential nutrients such as vitamin B12 and folic acid. Mice need constant access to clean drinking water as they can die if they are deprived of water for even short periods of time. They also need a good quality balanced diet to prevent nutritional related problems. It is essential that mice are provided with Magnesium, Vitamin A, and Choline in their diet. It is also essential that folic acid is present in the diet of growing and reproducing mice. Grapes/raisins, rhubarb and walnuts are poisonous to mice, and lettuce can cause them to have an upset tummy. Their diet should be occasionally supplemented with small amounts of suitable fresh fruit and vegetables. Mice are opportunistic omnivores and will eat both plant and animal based food. Wild mice will eat a wide variety of seeds, grains, and other plant material as well as invertebrates, small vertebrates and carrion. As always, seek veterinary advice plus consider the professional advice of specialist pet food manufacturers.

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Poppy F18 mths

Bunnyip F1-3

Holly F18 mths

Fluffy F6 mths & Charles M6 mths

Butterscotch M7

Fudge & Cookie M2

She will be available to bond with a neutered male soon.

Looking to find a lonely neutered male.

Available to bond with a neutered male.

Both are lionheads, Fluffy being very pretty as she is ginger and white with beautiful blue eyes, Charles being dark chocolate brown all over, although his wispy bits look lighter.

He is ready now to bond with a neutered female.

Bonded brothers. They are lop x lionheads and are very pretty medium sized rabbits, one being a bit on the fat side! They have both had their RHD2 vaccinations.

Cat & Rabbit Rescue Centre

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Carrot Top M5 mths

Frooties F10 mths

Kerrymaid F7

Yerba Mate M1

Borage M5 mths

Pumpkin Nut M1

Dark Storm & Gin Madras M1

My new owner will need to make sure I get brushed daily.

I am a sweet little girl who doesn't mind being handled.

I would love to find a male rabbit for company.

I'm a sweet boy who is getting used to being handled.

As I'm so young I would benefit from more handling.

I am looking for a nice home with a male guinea friend.

We are both very sweet piggies who squeak away when we know its veg time and we don't mind being handled either.

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NEW CHAMOMILE & LAVENDER SHAMPOO Johnson’s have added to their best selling and popular range of shampoo and grooming aids with the introduction of CHAMOMILE & LAVENDER SHAMPOO. This new shampoo is suitable for all breeds of dog, leaving the coat with a soft lustrous finish and a pleasant fragrance. It has a calming and relaxing effect, with Lavender to help relieve nervous tension, combined with the natural calming effect of Chamomile. It is attractively packaged for on-shelf inpact, in easy to hold bottles with one handed flip-top caps. Johnson’s range of shampoos, grooming aids and coat and skin preparations are among the most popular products sold by pet stores. They are all of high quality to be kind and gentle to both coat and skin and like all Johnson’s products, have been developed without cruelty to animals. Visit: www.johnsons-vet.com

Perfect for pets – the brand new nail grooming kit from Dremel They say that a dog is a man’s best friend so why not pamper your pooch and treat your beloved canine to a manicure with the newest product from Dremel? The brand new Pet Nail Grooming Kit (RRP £37.99) will keep your pet’s claws in check but whereas scissors and clippers can apply pressure and pinch the nail, which can be uncomfortable for pets if not done carefully and can sometimes nick the vein, resulting in bleeding and an unhappy pooch. Dremel’s kit grinds the nail down in the same way a nail file does, making the process a lot more controlled and keeping that tail wagging! If you have an older pet or one that’s not already accustomed to having its paws preened, try and introduce the pet pampering time into part of a regular bonding experience. Here are some handy how to tips from Dremel to help get you started: • Begin early on and add grooming into your pet’s training as soon as they become part of your family, whatever their age • Try massaging legs, paws and toes for a couple of minutes each day to get them used to the feeling of being handled and reward each positive experience with a treat • Let your pet familiarise itself with the nail grooming tool by sniffing it and hearing it when it’s operating • Gradually work up to your pet’s nails and have them touch the sanding disc for a few seconds at a time so they can get used to the manicure experience • Enjoy the quality time together! If you’re looking for more information about Dremel then take a look at its webpage www.dremeleurope.com, which is full of projects, including a how to guide for making a bespoke pet feeder station. You can also follow on Facebook for regular hints, tips and competitions.

For Dogs that Pull ... Dogmatic Revolutionary Headcollar Stops dogs pulling on the lead and gives you back control Visit www.dogmatic.org.uk

See our before and after videos when the collar has been fitted

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JOINT SUPPLEMENTS www.mrpets.co.uk

SERAQUIN One of the UK’s leading joint supplements. Contains Glucosamine and Chondroitin which support joint function. Can be given as a tasty treat alongside any prescription medicine.

LOGIC EASEFLEX Beef flavoured soft chew providing joint support. Contains high levels of Glucosamine, Chondroitin and green lipped mussel. Specially designed to support healthy cartilage and normal joint functions.

DENES GREENLEAF Herbal supplement to help maintain general health. Supports the health of joints, muscles, skin and urinary system. With parsley, can help settle the digestive system and cleanse the body.

VETZYME FLEXIBLE JOINT Contains crucial Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM and Omega 3. Research has indicated that increased levels of Omega 3 can help maintain pain-free joints, the heart and circulation.

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ARTHRITI-UM Contains essential amounts of Glucosamine, Chondroitin, Sulphate, MSM and Green lipped mussel which help to support and maintain mobility in joints, overall condition and flexibility of your pets.

NEWMARKET JOINT SUPPLEMENT Most concentrated Glucosamine available on the market. Made with all-natural extracts. Clinically proven to repair cartilage, joint fluid, tendons and ligaments.

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COMPETITION NEWS

Quistel - Natural organic grooming and health therapies

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04pdBYDIchA&f eature=youtu.be To view our range of organic shampoos please click on the link above. Visit www.quistel.com

Rescue Centre of The Month Quistel will be running a competition from April for the Rescue Centre of The Month The winner will get a 1L Quistel organic Bio-restoring shampoo and a 500ml Quistel soothing ear cleaner. Worth over £70 and a certificate saying ‘Rescue Centre of The Month’ Both of these products are invaluable to restore the health of rescued animals. Quistel appreciates the great work that the rescue centres do and regularly sends donations of products to help them raise money for their charities, but by doing this award each month they can help them use the best products on their rescues that need it, free of charge and promote themselves and the great work that they do, so fueling their fund raising activities. Quistel intends to use their social media in particular their Facebook page and blog to feature the rescue centre and promote its good work,

with maybe advertising their fund raising events, and also before and after photos of their rescued animals waiting for adoption. We are open to ideas to benefit all concerned. More pets in the long run will be helped and rehomed. We will select the rescue centre and make sure we reward as many as possible eventually in time. n For more information visit www.quistel.com

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The Labrador Lifeline Trust is a charity dedicated to rescuing, rehoming and helping Labradors. They are now in their twentieth year of helping Labradors in need of new homes and their main priority is placing the right dog in the right home. They cover the areas of Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Lincolnshire, Middlesex and Surrey.

Looking for a Labrador!

The Labrador Lifeline Trust often has dogs from 6 months upwards available for rehoming. All homes will be checked prior to rehoming and you will need to complete and submit an application form before they can offer you a dog. You can obtain an application form by emailing your details to info@labrador-lifeline.com when one will be sent by return if you reside within their areas of operation. You can complete this form and return it on line to save time and postage. This will be passed to the relevant Area Coordinator. Rehoming advice and guidance is always available and our volunteers helpers are very knowledgeable and sympathetic. Please note that in the interests of the dogsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; welfare we do not home to people who are out at work all day as this is one of the main reasons that dogs are placed into rescue. Our role is to find the right new home for Labradors whose owners can no longer keep them for whatever reason and to give peace of mind to the previous owner we will personally check each and every potential home to ensure that it is a perfect match. We will rehome with children but will only offer a dog that is already used to children of a similar age. The Trust check every dog thoroughly before rescue and rehoming to be sure that the dog and the new owner are right for each other. You should NEVER accept a dog from anyone who does not do this as any dog you are offered, you may not know its history, health or temperament.

Tel: 01256 884027 / 07860 691251 / Email: info@labrador-lifeline.com

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Charity No. CI0/1174351

We are an English registered charity concerned with the plight of greyhounds, especially the Spanish-bred hunting greyhounds (galgos). We work with many shelters in Spain who carry out the primary rescue work and the homing groups and individuals in Europe who promote adoption in their own countries. This work is successful but expensive. Please help us by sponsoring one of our rescues, donating to our work, purchasing GIN merchandise or leaving us a legacy, please contact us: Greyhounds in Need 5A, 80 High Street, Egham, Surrey TW20 9HE Tel: 01784 483206, Fax: 01784 482501 Email: greyhoundsinneed.uk@gmail.com

Please visit our website: www.greyhoundsinneed.co.uk

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our rescue “kit” should include: A heart of gold to accept those creatures that don't measure up as “perfect” in the eyes of the rest of the world. The people skills of a salesperson. . . to convince those that are looking for perfection that they will find it in a rescue dog if they are willing to look a little deeper. A heart of steel to be able to say no when there just isn’t any more room for just one more dog. The knowledge that you can’t

save them all. The ability to smile and speak rationally when the 10th person for the day says “I don't want this stupid dog anymore. . . take him or I will shoot him.” Some medical knowledge. . . or your rescue vet bill will be bigger than the national debt. The fine art of fund raising. . . so your vet bill can be reduced to just under the size of the national debt. Patience for: breeders who don't care, won’t help, turn their backs and say it’s not their problem. Patience for: dogs that were incorrectly

placed and come to rescue with so much excess baggage that you think they will never be adoptable. Patience for: owners who want a quick fix. Patience for: a world that no longer looks at life as a gift and the lives that we create as breeders as nothing short of miracles. A sense of humour. . . because sometimes a smile on your face is the only way to hide the agony and turmoil in your heart. A husband/wife with housekeeping skills that are so outstanding that they could be highlighted in Good

Housekeeping Magazine. . . so you can devote your time to all the rescues and be secure in the knowledge that the local Board of Health will not condemn your house. Personal dogs that will tolerate the never ending stream of four legged orphans, waifs and street urchins that will start arriving the moment you say. . . “I have room.” Children that like being the “token” child to socialize every dog that comes thru the door. . . being able to say “good with kids” is a real selling point. Magician skills so you can change anything that comes thru the door, from black tri male to long tail and brown eyes, into blue merle female, good with kids, housebroke, crate trained and obedience trained. The ability to face the paperwork head-on and deal with it. . . or someone you can send it to and say. . . “Here, do something with this mess!” Grooming skills for those ugly ducklings waiting for their chance to be a swan. . . with a little help from you.

And the ability to do it all again tomorrow, and the day after...... with a smile!

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TheraPaws supports Mental Health Awareness Week

During Mental Health Awareness Week (14th to 20th of May), employees at the workspace, Huckletree West, near Shepherd’s Bush in London, had the pleasure of welcoming TheraPaws dogs to their offices to help spread happiness and wellbeing.

ondon-based animal welfare charity, Mayhew, provides a visiting animal therapy programme called TheraPaws, which recognises the mutual benefits of animals engaging with people, particularly older people with dementia, helping to improve the relationships between humans and dogs. As well as enhancing people’s lives by helping to reduce social isolation, stress, and anxiety, the initiative also helps animals by raising awareness of the positive effects dogs can have, including promoting respect and compassion towards animals. TheraPaws volunteers’ Sheena with her dog Tyi, Ilonka and her dog BenJecky and Bill with his dog Tess spent the afternoon meeting and 46

engaging with employees from Huckletree West, offering them a break from their busy work schedules. When the TheraPaws dogs first arrived they were quickly awarded with huge smiles and lots of attention from their many admirers. Huckletree West Event Manager, Kieran O’Shea, said: “Mayhew’s TheraPaws programme is a great initiative and we were delighted the volunteers and their dogs were able to visit Huckletree West during Mental Health Awareness Week. “It was great to see the dogs spreading so much joy and happiness to different companies and their teams.” At present, just over 50 teams of TheraPaws volunteers and their dogs spread happiness

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TheraPaws dog Tess with a Huckletree West employee.

when they go on regular visits to care homes, day centres, hospices and hospitals across London boroughs including Kensington and Chelsea, Brent and Westminster. With this initiative, Mayhew are determined to make a difference and improve the lives of the many people they visit. Mayhew’s TheraPaws Project Coordinator, Niamh Carwood, said: “I’m delighted that our TheraPaws volunteers and their dogs received such warm welcomes from everyone at Huckletree West. “It was a terrific day. It’s clear

to see that they bring a lot of joy and wellbeing to people.” After all that attention and requests for cuddles and selfies, Mayhew’s TheraPaws volunteers and their canine friends were ready for a welldeserved rest. n To find out more about TheraPaws or to make a donation, please visit www.themayhew.org or call 020 8962 8000. Mayhew relies entirely on generous donations from the public and they don’t receive any government funding. www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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Animal Health Trust

Leading science and care for animals We make animals' lives better The Animal Health Trust exists to fight disease and injury in animals. Thanks to our pioneering work improving diagnosis, treatment and prevention, dogs, cats and horses are living healthier, happier lives – in the UK and across the world. We have a small animal referral clinic for dogs and cats and an equine referral clinic for horses. We offer diagnostic laboratory services to vets and DNA testing to assist dog breeders. Our researchers and clinicians look for ways to diagnose problems, prevent them and, where we can, cure them. We share our knowledge internationally to benefit dogs, cats and horses all around the world.

Where does the money go? All funds we raise through our services, go straight back into developing new diagnostic tests, treatments and vaccines to help thousands more animals. Nearly all horses, dogs and cats in the UK will have benefited from our work – that includes your pets and those of your family and friends.

Animal Health Trust Charity Lottery A new initiative for 2018! We are inviting you to join our weekly charity lottery. For just £1 a week, you will be supporting our life-saving work while you also have the chance to win cash prizes in the weekly draw. It's win-win for everyone! Sign up today at: www.aht.org.uk/lottery

How does it work? We have partnered with Unity, an award-winning charity lottery company. Unity run the charity lottery on our behalf and they are responsible for providing the prize money. The Animal Health Trust is guaranteed to receive at least

50p of every £1 played in the charity lottery and there are no other costs to the AHT to facilitate the lottery.

What's your number? Once you have signed up you will be given a six digit lottery number for each £1 entry. A six digit number is drawn every week and you win based on how closely your six digit number matches the winning number (your numbers need to be in the same order as those in the winning number). The more times you enter, the more six digit numbers you will have and the higher your chances of winning will be - and

the more money you will donate to support our vital work. You can sign up online or you can download a postal form.

What are the prizes? If you match...

The more people that enter, the more money the AHT will raise which will be spent saving animals' lives through continuing to provide leading science and care for dogs, cats and horses.

Rules • Three numbers you win five more entries in the next draw. • Four numbers you win £25. • Five numbers you win £1,000. • Six numbers you win £25,000. These prizes are won every week, and you will automatically be notified by Unity if you win. Good luck - and please encourage your family and friends to sign up, too!

You must be over 16 years old and live in Britain to play (unfortunately due to gambling legislation we can’t offer this opportunity to people living in Northern Ireland). For full Unity Game Rules please visit our website: www.aht.org.uk/lottery

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Step aside Glastonbury! SuperVet Noel Fitzpatrick to host DogFest 2018 As DogFest returns to the UK for its sixth year, we catch up with SuperVet Professor Noel Fitzpatrick to find out more. From humble beginnings in the grounds of Fitzpatrick Referrals (home of Channel 4’s Supervet), Noel has made DogFest a popular nationwide celebration of the UK’s love of dogs. Noel hosts the two-day canine festival, which offers dogs, their owners and dog-lovers an actionpacked weekend of activities, shopping, professional displays

and more. The festival will take place in three locations this year, with sites in Cholmondeley Castle in Cheshire (16-17 June), Ashton Court in Bristol (23-24 June) and Knebworth House in Hertfordshire (7-8th July). He explains: “I feel strongly that there are very few feelings in the world as good and as unique as the friendship of unconditional love with a dog. They are integral members of our families and allow us to be the very best we can be. Every day in every way with a look and a lick they unlocking our happiness and the joy of being alive. That is what DogFest was created for. A field full of people who love dogs, where both dogs and folks that love them have the best time of their lives together, in the company of others who share similar values and perspectives, all rejoicing in that

special and magnificent bond. “I want people to truly feel this sense of joy and fun in the field – the dogs are so happy and the people are too. One of the reasons I particularly love the Great Dog Walk is that in one moment in time there are hundreds of people connecting all at once, because they walk together knowing they are among others who feel and think the same way they do. That is incredibly powerful. It’s kind of a community of compassion I think – we all meet friends that we could have for life – both canine and human. “DogFest is an action-packed day for all members of the family, offering a wide variety of activities your dog loves - running, swimming, meeting other dogs, digging, fetching and all the shopping, talks and features that you will find informative and inspiring too.

Noel concludes: “This is the Glastonbury Festival for the dog world, the best dogs day out ever and the best day out ever for those who love everything canine. Where on earth would any dog or anybody who loves a dog rather be this summer?” The exciting event also offers the chance to watch professional police and medical search dogs at work, enrol mischievous pups in the School 4 Dogs, compete in the Fun Dog Show, test your dog’s obedience in Temptation Alley, and stretch your legs on the ‘ultimate’ Great Dog Walk while raising money for charity, led by Noel himself. n Find out more and buy your tickets at www.dog-fest.co.uk

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Fund-raising dog walk on York Knavesmire for ‘Keep your pet’ raises £1,800

Doggie dancing

Northumberland College’s Dog Grooming parlour, based at its Kirkley Hall Campus has undergone an extensive makeover this term.

he fifth annual ‘Keep your pet’ Dog Walk on the Knavesmire yesterday broke all records. In brilliant sunshine the event was attended by more than 120 dogs & more than 200 people, & the total raised exceeded £1,800. This year’s event was special in that ‘Keep your pet’ (KYP) had been selected as one of the Lord Mayor’s charities for 2017/18 & the event was run jointly with the two other Lord Mayor’s charities – Hearing Dogs for Deaf People & Refugee Action York. The Lord Mayor, Cllr. Barbara Boyce, opened the proceedings & started the walk.

For the first time this year there was live music, provided by local groups 'Dynamics’ and 'Strewth', also a Hearing Dogs demonstration, competitions including ‘waggiest tail’ &‘sit for a sausage’, & dog portraits by professional artists. The homemade cakes & savouries drew a queue & the books, crafts & toys sold briskly. Chair of KYP Keith Martin said: “This is our major fund-raising event of the year & this year the proceeds will be shared with the other two Lord Mayor’s charities: Hearing Dogs for Deaf People & Refugee Action York. It was a fun

day with a lovely atmosphere & the sun was a bonus ! We find that our supporters are travelling from a wider area each year & the reputation of the event is really growing.” Our next event will be at West Bank Park Fair on 24 June. n For further information Keith Martin, Chair of KYP 07592 547326 keepyourpet@ageukyork.org.uk Visit www.keepyourpet.co.uk

Eager walkers

Five Ways to Prevent Flea Infestations For many pet owners, the risk of fleas is a worry and the idea of a flea infestation in the home is a nightmare. Infestations can take weeks or months to control, and when fleas infiltrate the home, they seek out warmth by burying into bedding and carpets. Steps can be taken to prevent a flea infestation in the home, protecting your pet and family from the nasty side-effects that come with the parasites. Vet, Hannah Newbury is currently working on The Big Flea Project – a campaign being carried out amongst veterinary practices across the country to understand more about fleas. Here, she reveals the five things you should do to prevent a flea infestation in the home. 1. Get busy with the vacuum Vacuum carpets, furnishings, www.rescueandanimalcare.com

cracks in the floorboards and upholstered furniture. This will not only help to reduce the adult flea infestation, but also help to reduce their eggs and larvae. 2. Be careful emptying the vacuum Empty your vacuum cleaner away from the house because the fleas will still be alive and you don’t want them coming back into the home. 3. Ensure all your pets are up-to-date with their flea treatments It’s important all your pets have year-round protection from fleas. It’s no use just treating one pet and leaving the others. Your vet can advise which

products work best but at least 12 weeks of continuous treated is needed to break the flea life cycle effectively. 4. Groom your pets Groom your pets regularly with a flea comb to ensure you’re keeping an eye out for any signs of fleas. Black or white specks in the comb will be an indication that your pet has fleas.

suspect that your pet has fleas and could bring them into the home, the best thing to do is to seek help from your local vet. At least 12 weeks continuous treatment is required to break the flea life cycle, helping to rid the pet of fleas and ensure your home and family are parasite-free. n To find out more, visit www.bigfleaproject.co.uk

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Borders Pet Rescue

Treacle F6-12 mths She is very playful and has an abundance of energy due to a lack of exercise.

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Rocco M2

Shadow M4

Max M17 mths

Joey M9

Alfie M7

Rory M

Tam M7

He’s a very playful and bouncy boy who has a lot of energy so is looking for an active home.

Shadow would be best suited to a quiet home without young children or cats.

Max is very friendly and playful when he gets to know you.

Joey will need a home with no other cats but he is good with children and his original owner said he is good with dogs.

He can be a bit wary of people he doesn’t know and is used to living in a quiet village.

Needs experienced owners with a quiet home who have the time and patience to let him settle into his new home.

Prefers a quiet home with no other pets or young children where he can get some peace enjoy sleeping on somebody’s lap!

Heathlands Animal Sanctuary

Toto M4-5

Tag M3

Grady M4

He is super bright, very obedient, loves cuddles and is great with other dogs.

Grady is a lovely affectionate dog, very keen to please and mixes well with other dogs in the home.

Birch Hill Dog Rescue

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Barry M3

Walks well on a lead He loves to potter and is fine with other around the garden as dogs. Lovely little well as going out for companion dog will his walks (long make a fab pet. or short).

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Oscar M10

Eddie M

Jenson M2

Kes M4

He's very friendly, happy and wags his whole bot! Really lovely, active dog with plenty of life ahead of him.

Eddie is a highly intelligent dog who is eager to learn. Also likes his home comforts and cuddles.

His good points are he loves people, even kids, is very good indoors - clean and calm and easy going.

Kes is a nice natured dog, good in the home and very friendly with everyone.

Moorview Rescue

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Wotsit M8

Frank M2

Freddie M6

Fleur F9-10

Akeela F3

Peaches F8 mths

Arnold M5

Roo M3

Wotsit loves her cuddles and a fuss and is desperate to get back to her home comforts.

looking for an active home with someone around most of the day, and who can work on his basic training.

He's great with people and is a very loyal dog with a fantastic personality. Freddie enjoys his walks and walks well on the lead.

Fleur loves toys, squeaky toys being her favourite!!! She always has an abundance of toys.

She is very loving, affectionate, and intelligent and would like a home where she can have lots of walks!

She is super friendly with everyone she meets and just wants all the attention and cuddles she can get.

He adores treats and will happily sit and throw paws at you all day as long as he’s getting treats.

We do not know any history for Roo and he is still under assessment.

Wood Green

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Sprout M10

Nellie F6

Spriggsy M11-12

Hugo M11 mths

Monty M12

Chip M6

Skye F5

Edith F4

He would like his new family to be around most of the time with minimal home alone.

She would love to show you her agility skills and would love to continue this with her new owner, even just popping jumps in the garden.

He is full of life and loves nothing more than to go for walks and have a good game of fetch.

He is a lovely boy and has lots of love to give and just loves a good game of fetch.

Monty is a laid back, happy old man who loves to play with tug toys, balls and his favourite lion toy.

This scruffy little man is Chip! He is a lovely little lad and loves to be out and about enjoying life.

Skye can be worried of the world and is quite wary of new people so is looking for a quiet household with minimal visitors.

Edith is an affectionate lady who is looking for a family to cuddle on the sofa with and go on exciting walks.

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Bonnie F7

Larry M1-4

Shadow F4

I'm very loving and affectionate and I bond quickly with people - I'm like a little shadow.

Larry is a very sweet boy, who has a really gentle side and loves a good cuddle and fuss.

Playing with toys is one of my favourite things to do here at the centre, I love to chase my tennis ball! I am also excited to meet new dogs too.

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Sherlock M5 mths I make a great traveller in the car and love to explore new places. I also really enjoy having a good blast off lead.

Harry M1-4

Jig M4-5

Albie M2

Humphry M7

I love my toys, my favourite is a pink flamingo teddy, and I love having cuddles!

I love to play and enjoy showing off my toys to people! I'm a bit of a sensitive soul I don't like loud noises.

I would be best suited to a quiet home with someone who has a lot of time and patience.

I know I will make a great companion for the right person if someone will just give me the chance.

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Beauty and Lucky

Rescued Shetland Pony gives birth to tiny foal On the morning of Saturday 21st April, Beauty, a miniature Shetland pony at HorseWorld gave birth to a beautiful filly foal. eauty was pregnant on arrival at the rescue centre last year. She was part of a group of 7 ponies signed over to the charity. “We were called out by members of the public to attend a very poorly pony they had spotted from the footpath.” Said HorseWorld’s Vicky Greenslade “On arrival with the vet, it quickly became apparent that the owners weren’t coping well with their ponies and unfortunately the poorly pony didn’t make it. “Most of the animals that we rescue have been abandoned, neglected or ill-treated. But in this case the owner was suffering ill health and the family were struggling to cope with so many ponies. Stallions had been running with the mares and breeding indiscriminately, so the problem was only going to get worse. “The owner was extremely cooperative and clearly realised that the situation had gotten out of hand and they needed

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help. At this point HorseWorld stepped in with the offer of assistance and the owner willingly castrated the stallions and signed over ownership of the 7 ponies to the charity.” Beauty was pregnancy tested on arrival and the test results came back negative however it soon became apparent that was not the case. Her pregnancy went without a hitch and she gave birth to her healthy filly foal on a warm spring morning. The foal was born just as HorseWorld were launching their Lottery so it was decided she would be called Lucky. (You can find out more about HorseWorld’s weekly Lottery at www.horseworld.org.uk/lottery) Two of the mares in the group were heavily pregnant at the time of rescue but Beauty was only in the early stages. One of the mares, Honey had her foal on 23rd September 2017, a filly who we named Bumble. The other, Megan had her filly foal on 1st October and she was

Lovely Lucky.

named from suggestions people could write down and put in a box at the Open Day in October. The name chosen was Perdy after the Dalmatian in 101 Dalmatians as she is spotty. The foals will stay with their mothers until they are at least 6 months old and then once

weaned, both the mothers and foals will be looking for homes. n If you would like to donate towards their ongoing care, please see www.horseworld.org.uk or call 01275 832425 for how you can help.

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Dogs Trust

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Ed M18

Millie F1-2

Oscar M5-7

Aubrey F2-5

Milo M1-2

Rocky F1-2

Bear M6-12 mths

Adam M1-2

He is a happy and friendly boy who likes being by your side for claps and cuddles.

The team are currently getting to know her and what she is looking for in her new family.

Oscar is an outdoorsy, adventurous boy who isn't going to settle for the laid back life easily.

An absolute angel and her new adopters are going to be so lucky in being a further part in her development.

He loves to play with toys and likes to play fetch with his human pals! Very sociable with all his human and doggy pals!

Rocky is a playful girl (yes, girl!) who just loves squeaky toys! She's such a pretty thing and always ready with a cuddle.

Bear enjoys to play games of chase and can quite often be spotted carrying his toy around the centre!

A big, bouncy puppy that is full of beans and is raring to go in life! Super social with other dogs and loves to play!

Lady Godiva F2-3

Loki Locomotion M18 mths

Fireman Sam M18 mths

I love travelling and do enjoy spreading myself across the seat and relaxing!!

I am a single, independent young man who is very handsome and loving.

Leicester Animal Aid

Billy Elliot M8-9 Pretty laid back and happy with just short potters. I’m like a ballet dancer on my paws.

Blue Cross

www.leicesteranimalaid.org.uk

Snow White F15 mths Aan organised girl I love to be kept on my paws.. ’Whistle while you work’ is my motivation!

Alfie Boe M10-11 A happy and loyal soul, I will always be there to lend a paw and sing you a lullaby.

Sleeping Beauty F3

Buster Rhymes M2-3

I am a real bundle of joy who loves everyone, give me a knee and I’m on it!

Hey, ‘Buster Rhymes’ here, dropping the beats with my bouncing paws and vocal range.

What you see is what you get and I may be a little shy but talk to me softly and gently and you will win me around.

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Beebs M6-7

Rocky M5

Finley M1

Soppy M7-8

Bailey M4-5

Bertie M1-2

Mimi F12

Pixie F4-5

He enjoys having a stroll, especially the occasional 'zoomie' which is where he runs around with his legs going everywhere!

I really am a great guy with a lot to give and am just waiting for someone to give me a chance.

He would really like new owners who are as active as he is and go out for big adventures exploring all the sights and sounds the world has to offer!

I am a big cuddly friendly lad with bags of love to give, I hope I can find my perfect home who will be able to stay home with me for lots of snuggles!

I’ve got a bit of a reputation for being a super cuddler, I love nothing more than a fuss and snuggle… although a good game of tug or fetch comes close!

Bertie would enjoy lots of walks in the countryside and a pal to cuddle up to on the sofa after a long day.

I do really enjoy having company at home so I'd love a new quiet home with owners who want a loving, loyal companion.

I am also an affectionate girl that loves a cuddle and a bum scratch.

Jerry Green Dog Rescue

www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk

Ollie M3

Larry M2-3

Saskia F4

Honey F1

Toby M5

Flash M1-2

Lola F6-7

Ollie M3

Ollie is a sweet boy who enjoys nothing more than running around, playing and making new friends!

Larry the loveable Lurcher is looking for a loving home. Try saying that three times, fast!

Saskia is a sweet, sensitive soul who has come from the streets of Romania and is looking for a loving forever home.

I am always told that I am so sweet, just like Honey! I guess that explains my name! I always love to come and say hello to new people.

I love exploring on my walks and taking in all the new smells. I would like to be the only pet in the home so I can have all the fuss.

Hi there, I am Flash. Flash by name, Flash by nature. I am a speedy little thing looking for an active home that will help me with my training.

The secret to me becoming your best friend is to bring chicken, that`s my favourite!

I'm lovely, energetic and love a cuddle and a fuss. I am a bit worried by other dogs and I need help building my confidence.

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

www.battersea.org.uk

Tyrone M1-2

Tessa F4

Daniel M6 mths

Orion M2-3

Mabel F3-4

Rex M6-7

Freddie M1

Buttons F3-4

Tyrone has been friendly with the people he has met here, can be giggly, excitable and loves his strokes once he gets to know you.

Do you have room for this little pocket rocket to join your family? She loves getting the zoomies and having a dash around.

If you have the time and are enthusiastic about training, then Daniel is the boy for you!

Orion will certainly be a shining star in a new home, he is a very cuddly boy with so much love to give.

Mabel is a very worried little soul who is looking for a very sensible new home to give her the fresh start she needs.

He loves attention and thrives from company, surrounded by his favourite people is when he is at his most chilled.

He's got a fun and playful personality, and could make an entertaining and rewarding pet.

She has bundles of energy and loves long countryside walks and playing ball in the garden.

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Woodside Animal Welfare Trust

www.woodsidesanctuary.org.uk

Billy M9 mths

Gizmo M3

Mia F2

Penny F5 & William M5

Roxy F20 mths

Trixie F

Zilba F3-4

He suffers from separation anxiety,so is looking for a home with someone who can put the time and training in with him.

He may be small and cute but he sure has a big voice and personality. Looking for an adult home with no other pets.

She is good with other dogs and children but cannot live with cats. Mia is a playful girl and loves chasing a ball.

Both are good with other dogs but cannot live with cats. They can only live with older children as they have never been around younger ones.

She is very boisterious when mixing with dogs and is ok to live with children 10+

Trixie cannot live with cats or any small furries as she has a very high prey drive.

Good with dogs but is a typical shepard and can be barky on the lead, but is better if she has a ball in her mouth.

Happy Landings Animal Shelter

Mayhew Animal Home

www.happy-landings.org.uk

www.themayhew.org

Elway M3-4

Freddie M5

Pixie F2-3

Milo M7-8

Todd M5

Nessy F5

Troy M9

Mila F4

Elway is a very fit and active boy. He loves his walks, loves to play, is good off lead, good with other dogs, good at travelling.

Freddie is a lovely boy, very fit and active. He loves his walks and likes to be out exploring. He has good recall once he is bonded with you…

She will need an active home. Agility, obedience classes anything that is going to stimulate her mentally is a must for her.

Milo has a lovely little sense of humour, loves toys, loves to share with you, to feel involved.

He can be unaware of just how big and happy he is, so can be a little more boisterous than he means to be at times!

Easily excited & can be reactive towards other dogs however she's super intelligent & is starting to respond to training.

He's also super playful and always enjoys a good game with his toys, his favourite toy is a tennis ball. He also loves giving high five!

She also enjoys going to the park where she likes chasing after birds.

Oldies Club

www.oldies.org.uk

Milo M10

Phoebe F14

Tiger-Lily F15

Bella F8

Murphy M14

Flash M10

Sassy F16

Lucky F13

Milo has lots of energy and loves exploring. He is enjoying a long walk of at least an hour.

Phoebe is hoping to find a quiet home with a nice garden she can sit and relax in.

She needs a home where she has someone to be with most of the day who is happy to be followed around.

Loves playing ball and generally spending time in the garden. Could you offer Bella a wonderful life of fun times and frolics?

Beagle lovers this way please! Murphy is full of houndy character and is a fun chap to have around.

Dashing Flash loves to play football and have a zoom around the garden. He also loves good walks.

She loves steady walks. Could you offer Sassy a home and companionship and be happy for her to sleep in your bedroom?

If you have any cardboard items that need shredding, Lucky is your girl. Lucky likes to play with her toys and be your little friend.

HorseWorld

www.horseworld.org.uk

Toby M23

Solomon M5

Rosie F16

Primrose F6

Mini F3

Maggie May F16

Domani F18

Davina F17

He can be a little strong to lead (especially if near some tempting grass).

Solomon is a very sweet boy who is easy to do but can be slightly wary of people he doesn’t know to begin with.

She does not seem to mind being left alone so may make a good companion to a ridden horse.

She gets on well with other ponies and can live out year round, however, due to her size and breed she does require restricted grazing.

Being a native type she is hardy so could live out 24/7 or be stabled if required.

She is good to handle and gets on well with other horses but cannot be left without equine company.

Easy to care for and generally well behaved – however she can be a little strong with novices so needs a competent handler.

A very friendly pony and can live with both mares and geldings, quite easy to care for and can live out year round with adequate forage.

Oakwood Dog Rescue

www.oakwooddogrescue.co.uk

Xena F8 mths

Jessie F2

Sally F3

Star F4

Amber F5

Summer F3

Milo M8 mths

Scruff M3

Xena can live with another male dog and children age 10+.

Jessie needs a home without children but could live with another male dog.

She needs to be the only dog in the home and can't live with cats.

She is enjoying having walks on the lead and getting to have some interaction with people.

Despite not having the best start in life, she is a lovely friendly girl.

Summer needs a home without children or cats. Living with another male dog is a possibility.

Milo needs a home without children but could live with another female dog.

Scruff needs a home without children or other dogs.

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Since 1996 we have rescued and rehomed many needy Labradors. Please contact us if we can help.

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