RESCUE & ANIMAL CARE MAGAZINE 28th January -28th February 2019 - Issue 141

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R E S C U E and ANIMAL CARE 28th January - 28th February 2019 - Issue 141

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My puppy is very excitable My puppy is very excitable, excessive jumping around and barking at every little thing, my neighbour thinks I feed her too much protein could this be right?

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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

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My Labrador keeps eating soil why would this be and what should I do about it?

This is not an uncommon behaviour and can be seen in many breeds and with dogs of all ages, so you are not alone. Puppies obviously explore everything, especially with their mouths. I am not sure how old your dog is, how often they are ingesting soil or if it has become such a problem that they will not carry out other normal and expected behaviour when they go outside. Firstly, consider what diet you are feeding your lab, especially if you have decided not to feed a standard commercial diet through distrust in the consumer place, a choice that many people have made. Often homemade diets can lead to lowered mineral content and this can lead to soil eating as dogs then start to look for other sources of minerals. If this isn’t the case, then you may need to get your vet on board. You haven’t mentioned any other physical or behavioural symptoms, but it may be that you need to start screening for possible conditions like anaemia caused through a shortage of iron or gastrointestinal problems that could lead to behaviours known as Pica. This is where dogs ingest any non-nutritious items, it almost becomes compulsive and becomes the dog’s sole reason for living! This is a serious problem and you will need to seek professional advice. So, for now, remember that yelling at your dog won’t stop the behaviour but will cause damage to your relationship and this can cause other behavioural problems, reduce your dog’s access to the soil, prevention and management is key. Make sure your dog has enough physical exercise for their age and plenty of mental stimulation to aid relaxation. Lastly if your dog tries to eat soil, replace this behaviour with another fun activity with you, such as playing ball!

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Buying dog treats for my dogs is proving expensive, can I make my own?

Yes, good for you and your dogs! There are a few considerations. If any of your dogs are on a prescription diet you had best check with your vet. Avoid using baking moulds that contain BPA (Bisphenol A.) a chemical found in polycarbonate plastics and has been linked with endocrine disruption in some animals. As a point of interest, you can also buy BPA free dog bowls. There are also other hazards lurking in some food so remember that the following are toxic to dogs, xylitol, chocolate, garlic, onions and grapes. You also need to check the labels for any readymade ingredients you may be thinking of adding, some peanut butter for example contains xylitol. If cooking foods from scratch also remember to cook to a recommended heat to kill off pathogens such as Salmonella and avoid a fat overload! Happy Baking!

Wow what a massive subject diet and behaviour is and filled with so much disagreement and debate in the doggy world. However, there is scientific evidence that cannot be ignored. Protein is needed for young dogs to grow and for healthy development, so a low protein diet for puppies is not sensible but what is low, medium or high? Well these all depend on your puppy’s breed and activity levels and remembering that puppies do behave excitably too, because they are puppies! A rough daily nutritional guide is around 56 grams of protein for puppies between 12 and 33 pounds in weight, in addition to the right amount of fat and carbohydrate.

From a behavioural perspective, when protein is digested partly it becomes small amino acids, these help the production a range of chemicals, some of these are neurotransmitters. Tryptophan is one and this is linked with serotonin production, a chemical known to influence excitability, stress management and coping methods, exploratory behaviour, aggression and mood. So, changes in the level of serotonin in the brain is likely to influence behaviour. But a word of caution, more protein does not mean more serotonin, it is a little more complicated than this. Protein also produces large amino acids. The small amino acids (the ‘good mood’ guys) are in competition with the larger ones when crossing over into the brain, (through the blood-brain barrier). It is the total composition of a dog’s diet that helps with this competition – so a balanced diet is essential for additional serotonin production. This raises another question:- When dogs are fed a simplified raw meat diet without ensuring a daily balanced nutritional approach, how can this benefit the emotional state of the dog – there, I have lit the ‘blue touch paper’ with this question!

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Troublesome Treacle Do you have any strange habits?

Hello All My Feathered and Furry Fans,

my tongue out to say yes.

Impressive eh!

Do you have any strange habits? Mistress says that I have many so I will share them with you guys and gals and see, if indeed my behaviour is a little odd sometimes!

Before I reveal all though, I will add that both Mistress and Little Mistress do some rather particular things too. I will explain later…

Number 3.

When we walk in the field and Mistress throws the ball, I run for it, catch it and then whereas I used to bring it back to her I just lay down and wait for her to come to me to throw it again.

The only way that I will bring the ball to her is if she sits down on a park bench or grass.

Perhaps I need to speak to Dean Hart (page 2) our Pet Behaviourist as I have noticed that making Mistress sit down before I respond to commands appears twice in my column so far!

Enough about me. Let me talk about some of Mistress’s habits.

If you don’t see my column in the issue following this, you will know she has fired me and my Doggy journalist career over.

Number 1.

Whereas I used to eat my bowl of food straight away when served, now I wait to be told to eat and I don’t straight away. I start whining until I am told yet again to eat my dinner.

And It is not until Mistress sits down to watch me dig in- that I do! Personally I call this good etiquette.

Number 2.

Another recent new habit which Mistress says I’m very clever is that whenever I’m asked if I want something to eat, I stick

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Here we go.

Number 1.

After a long day in the office and when Mistress settles down on the settee after eating her

dinner, she undoes her TROUSERS! No I am not kidding. Also and this will get me into trouble but to make herself even more comfortable she sometimes even undoes the funny apparel she keeps her boobs in!!

Number 2.

The most worrying habit of all is her talking to herself. ‘’ Oh no, I’ve run out of toilet paper’’ – ‘’Think I better get myself up to bed now’’-‘’I know there is something I have forgotten to do’’ – and so it goes on.

Number 3.

There’s this man called ‘Siri’ she often talks to and asked him thing like, ‘’Will I win the lottery?’’ and ‘’Are you good looking?’’

Well, that’s it. I’ve rabbited on for so long I have reached the end of this month’s column! See you in March and hope you all get lots of Valentines cards.

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Contents

DOG BREEDS

Health problems that can affect them

CHARITY PATRON

HRH The Duchess of Sussex pays visit to Mayhew

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Agria Pet Insurance Supporting animal rescue across the UK

On this month’s cover

Agria Pet Insurance

Welcome to our latest magazine which I hope you enjoy!

This issue is packed with lots of interesting articles and many photos and details of pets looking for loving Jennifer Prowse new homes.

Director and Publisher Our in house Vet Simon, gives his advice on getting a new puppy. Cats Protection launches the search for the UK’s Most Marvellous Moggie.

International Cat Care are creating Cat Friendly Homing. Learn about their new project providing tools and training that give homing centre staff and volunteers confidence and help them rehome more cats Is your pet your hero? Nominate them now for 2019 Blue Cross Medal. Meet the Finalists of Scruffts Family Crossbreed Dog of the Year. Put dates in your Diary for Crufts, Dogfestival hosted by Chris Packham CBE. The Cat Extravaganze! For the first time, an International Show and all things Feline - will claw its way into Central London this spring!

Treacle, our rescue Border Collie shares the details of some of her rather odd habits, Dean Hart answers your Dog’s Behavioural issues and we have Pet News, Pet Products and many more features - too many to list here!

Thank you for reading Rescue and Animal CARE in either hard copy or on our website www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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The gift of healthcare for the pets we love Did you know that almost half* of the UK’s pet owners buy a gift for their pet on Valentine’s Day? And why not? We are a nation of pet lovers - we have a reputation to maintain! ut while that heart-shaped toy may not make it through a week, this spring, along with insurance that lasts a lifetime, Agria Pet Insurance is offering an extra gift that owners can give to show their pets they really care.

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With every lifetime policy taken out between 1st February and 31st March 2019, Agria Pet Insurance is giving owners £50 to spend at their vet practice to support their pet’s health. This could be vaccinations, a health or dental check, consultations and much more.

Lorraine Tannatt Nash, Head of Rehoming and Charity Channel at Agria Pet Insurance, says, ‘At Agria, pets are our world, with all of us being animal-lovers and many of us owners too. Our aim is for pets to live the healthiest, happiest lives possible, so we’re

delighted to be able to support owners with £50 towards veterinary care this spring.”

Typically, £50 could cover the cost of: • A cat or dog vaccination booster • A health and dental check • Flea and worm treatment This health-focused offer matches Agria’s reputation as a specialist pet insurer with a commitment and passion for putting pet health first. Veterinary expertise and animal welfare are at the heart of the 129-year-old organisation, which only offers ‘lifetime’ policies – covering pets for ongoing or long-term treatment.

Agria’s Rehoming Team works in close partnership with an ever-increasing number of rescues, of various shapes and sizes, across the UK. While supporting rehoming partners, Agria helps rehomed pets to have the very best fresh start with 5 weeks free cover and access to proper lifetime insurance - even for golden oldies.

Help your pet get off to the healthiest start in 2019! For a quote and £50 of free vet care, visit www.agriapet.co.uk/raac or call the UK-based team on 03330 30 82 81. If you’re a rehoming organisation and would like more information, please visit www.agriapet.co.uk/rehoming Terms, conditions and excesses apply. Agria Pet Insurance Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, Financial Services Register Number 496160. Agria Pet Insurance is registered and incorporated in England and Wales with registered number 4258783. Registered office: First Floor, Blue Leanie, Walton Street, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 7QW. * In a 2018 study of UK pet owners commissioned by Natures Menu

Candioli Srl Acquire Vetark Products Ltd, Expanding Their Reach Across Europe The change of ownership sees Vetark Products sitting under its new parent company Candioli Srl, with both companies set to benefit greatly from the increased international presence.

With over 130 years experience in the pharmaceutical market, Candioli will bring its vast industry knowledge to the new partnership, creating positive changes to the product portfolio, international distribution and technical support.

Peter & Zena Scott, the founders of Vetark, said “We have thoroughly enjoyed taking Vetark from an idea in 1988 to the established business it is today, but it is now time to take a different direction and allow the company to continue to thrive under new ownership. We are extremely pleased to be able to have Candioli driving the business forward to reach new heights with Vetark”.

The acquisition, which completed on Wednesday 28th November, will see Vetark continue to operate out of its Winchester office under the current name. With the direction and expertise of Candioli, Vetark look set to cement their strong position as a 6

Luca (centre) completing the acquisition of Vetark with Peter and Zena Scott

leader in the animal health market.

Candioli Srl is part of the Candioli group, a family owned group of companies whose core business is in manufacturing and distributing pharmaceutical products, as well as nutritional supplements for companion animals. Candioli has introduced highly innovative products in the veterinary market to improve the health conditions of pets, with products now available in over 50 countries worldwide. For more information, visit www.candioli.com/en/ “Candioli is very excited to help Vetark

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realise its potential, and we would like to reassure customers that they will continue to receive the high level of product satisfaction and customer care that Vetark prides itself on” said Luca Cravero Candioli, C.E.O. at Candioli Srl. Vetark has built a unique product portfolio of specialist animal food supplements, enhancing the health and wellbeing of animals with its complete range across multiple species. 2018 saw the launch of the much-awaited Avipro Plus, a pre- and probiotic for carnivores with added vitamins and electrolytes, ideal as a routine nutritional aid and as additional support for pre- and post-surgery. To keep up to date with news and product information from Vetark, visit www.vetark.co.uk Candioli Srl were supported by B&B - Networking Company with partner Enrico Bollini as financial advisor, and by London-based legal team at Fletcher Day with partner Piers Larbey end lawyer David Gee. Vetark Products Ltd were supported by BCMS UK with partner Scott Jones as financial advisor, and by legal team at Continuum Corporate Lawyers with partner Guvvy Sandhu and lawyer Callum Giliker. www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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Do you check your Cat’s Poop?

Could your Cat be suffering from Giardia or Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Rommel and Kora

Back In October a new pet joined our home to rule over us all. Rommel is a very cheeky Maine Coon cross kitten, who we absolutely adore.

Since we have had him his poop has been loose.

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e have on a few occasions had to endure washing his back legs in the sink. A job that none of us enjoyed, especially Rommel.

I looked at the kitten food he was on and

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Cheeky Rommel chilling out on the sofa decided to change it to a grain free diet, in case he is gluten intolerant. I added a natural probiotic to his diet, to help restore the good bacteria back. I even brought a water filter jug, in case the change in water source might have upset his balance. No of course he is not spoilt at all!

Under the vets we had his poop tested, it came back positive for Giardia, so treatment began with antibiotics and a low daily dose of panacur for 10 days. Giardia is a parasitic microorganism that infests the small intestine. It is actually pretty common in cats. Especially multi cat households where a shared litter tray is used, which he did before he came to us. We retested a week after his last treatment, which came back negative, however the diarrhea was back.

We tested again and the giardia has definitely gone. My vet explained that the antibiotic also has anti-inflammatory properties and maybe that’s why he improved when on them. As it was reducing the inflammation of his gut lining. A lot of reading up on my part and I saw that a lot of cats that suffer from giardia as a kittens develop irritable Bowel disease (IBD).

Rommel is now 6 months old and has had a full blood screen done, which basically checks that all his vitals are ok and organ function is normal. This then indicated that

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it probably is IBD. So a new food search is on. My vet and myself contact many cat food makers to find a single source protein that is Hydrolysed and aimed at kittens with digestion issues. Long story short there is not one manufacturer that do this food for kittens, adult cats yes, kittens no. We were keen to keep on a kitten diet as he is a large breed cat and therefore slower to mature and develop then a smaller cat. But I have accepted defeat and selected a gastrointestinal food for adult cats.

IBD in cats is very common and is treatable. You can give a daily steroid that can help, but we would rather he wasn’t on medication for life. In the business that we are in, we try to use natural where we can.

We continue to add probiotics to his diet.

I haven’t told him yet, but dreamies as a treat are definitely off his menu, he won’t be pleased. n Jennie Gallaher runs The Animal Health Company with her husband Paul. See their website www.animal-health.co.uk for their product range which includes Westcotts Premium Dog Food.

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Owner of Diabetic dog calls on other diabetic pet owners to choose proper treatment

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he owner of a diabetic dog has appealed to other animal owners not to give up on their pets after research revealed 1 out of 10 diabetic pets are put down at diagnosis.

Rebecca South, 40, from South Yorkshire, a Senior Account Manager at MSD Animal Health, has been managing her 16-year-old terrier Lottie’s diabetes since she was diagnosed with the condition at the age of 10 in 2012. Lottie has since been kept under close supervision with a managed diet and insulin and is otherwise a healthy, happy dog.

Recent findings from the Big Pet Diabetes Survey (Neissen et al, 2017) have revealed more than 10 per cent of diabetic cats and dogs are euthanised at diagnosis, despite the fact that they can live normal, healthy lives - and some diabetic cats can even achieve remission.

Rebecca is sharing Lottie’s story in a bid to inform other pet owners that their animals can go on to live happy lives following a diabetes diagnosis, whilst also urging pet owners to check in with their vet if they spot any signs of diabetes, including weight loss despite increased appetite, excessive thirst, vomiting or lethargy.

Rebecca said: “When Lottie was diagnosed with diabetes the vet advised me that she would need some lifestyle changes and insulin treatment for the rest of her life. If I chose not to treat her, the condition would rapidly progress and I would have to put her to sleep. The thought of putting Lottie down just wasn’t an option. She is an important member of the family, and I wanted to do everything I could to keep her with us.

“Six years on, and managing Lottie’s diabetes is second nature. In fact, very quickly we got into a routine and it is normal for us now. She has twice daily feeds with a specialised diabetic diet, followed by twice daily injections of insulin with a pen.

“It does sometimes take more organisation than with a non-diabetic dog, as they have to be fed and dosed at roughly the same time every day. A few of us in my household know how to use the insulin pen, so if I’m not at home, we are able to be consistent with her treatment. She has a check up with her vet every six months and sometimes a blood test to check she is still stable and I monitor her at home for the signs that she may be becoming unstable. Consistency with diet, medication and exercise is the key to a happy, stable diabetic.”

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According to Blaise Scott-Morris MRCVS, MSD Animal Health’s vet advisor for diabetes, further education is needed amongst pet owners to raise awareness of diabetes in pets and the importance of an early diagnosis to achieve better treatment.

She said: “Rebecca and Lottie’s story proves that pets can go on to live a fulfilling life after a diabetes diagnosis. To help ensure the long-term health and well-being of our diabetic pets, successfully managing the various facets of the disease and treatments is critical.

“Often animals are put to sleep as owners don’t feel they can cope with the medical side of injecting their animal every day.

There are ways to make this much more manageable for clients, including the use of insulin pens similar to those used in the treatment of human diabetes.

“While 90 per cent of humans use an insulin pen to facilitate insulin injection, less than 20 per cent of diabetic pets are treated in the same way, which indicates an opportunity to improve pet diabetes management.

“MSD Animal Health has also launched a Pet Diabetes Tracker app to make the disease far easier to manage for pet owners.

It’s an incredibly useful tool that enables owners to use a smartphone or tablet to track water and food consumption, exercise levels, glucose levels and insulin injections.

It also allows reminders to be set for vet appointments and medication timings, providing charts and trends that owners can share with their vet. Blaise is urging pet owners to check in with their vet if they spot any signs of diabetes, including weight loss despite increased appetite, excessive thirst, vomiting or lethargy.

She added: “We will hopefully see an increase in the number of owners opting for treatment and a drop in the number of unnecessary euthanasia cases if we can succeed in educating pet owners about pet diabetes management.’

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Scruffts Family Crossbreed Dog of the Year Meet the Finalists The Scruffts Family Crossbreed Dog of the Year competition, exclusively supported by pet food makers James Wellbeloved, is the nation’s favourite crossbreed competition. This year the final will once again be held in the main arena at Crufts on Saturday 9th March After coming first in their class in their respective local heats, the finalists progressed to the semi-finals at Discover Dog before earning their place in the final. The six lucky finalists and their owners will be heading to Crufts, held at the NEC in Birmingham from 7th – 10th March, to see if they have what it takes to be crowned Family Crossbreed Dog of the Year.

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Teddy and Tara Ellison Most Handsome Crossbreed Dog Two-year-old Shih Tzu/Chihuahua cross Teddy, owned by Tara Ellison, made his Scruffts debut this year and the duo are delighted to have marked his first time entering by winning the Most Handsome Crossbreed Dog and earning a place in the final.

Hailing from Dagenham, East London, Teddy stands just 10 inches tall, and has won hearts both with family and friends, who have all been supporting his journey from the sidelines.

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Percy the Pointer cross was given a second chance at life after Amanda Bell and her father, Michael, found him in a very bad way on a street in Cyprus. Having been shot multiple times, unable to stand, suffering with failing kidneys and weighing only 9 kilos, Amanda and Michael arranged for Percy to travel to the UK, with his chances of survival looking uncertain.

Having been with the family in Sheffield for over six months, Percy is now recovering well and despite being very poorly and frightened when first arriving in the country, the family have built up trust and bonded with Percy and where he once was too scared to go further than the garden gate, they have since helped him to achieve his Kennel Club Good Citizen Scheme Bronze award and, of course, stand in the ring in the Scruffts semi-final.

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Maple and her owner, Nikki Davis have been inseparable ever since the Golden Retriever/Poodle cross was a puppy. Now four years old, Maple already has a number of accomplishments under her collar, having been awarded the Kennel Club Good Citizen Dog Scheme Gold Award, the highest level of achievement of the Scheme, as well as reaching Gold Standard in Agility.

The pair from Hayle, Cornwall are now setting their sights on their next achievement, and as a dog who loves attention, Maple and Nikki can’t wait to be in the limelight during the Scruffts final.

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Primrose and Susan Herbert Prettiest Crossbreed Bitch

Four-year-old Lurcher Primrose from Cirencester, East Gloucestershire, was left abandoned two years ago and was both pregnant and very ill when Susan Herbert found and adopted her.

Already owning five other Lurchers, Susan helped Primrose back on the road to recovery, and both took the challenge in their stride. The pair have come a long way in their two years together and have struck up a very strong bond in that time.

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17-year-old Border Collie/Spaniel cross Zak and 24-year-old Jazmine Green from Farnham, Surrey, met at the tender ages of six months and seven years old, and have been by each other’s side as they’ve grown up together. Zak has accompanied Jazmine to both college and university and even works with her now at the same Council, where he visits local schools to meet children and help develop confidence and teach responsibility. As well as this, Zak is an ambassador for good behaviour and is also trained in agility. To prepare for the Scruffts final, Jazmine will be making sure Zak has a shower the night before, ready for his big moment.

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Child’s Best Friend Two-year-old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel/Bichon Frise cross Ernie and 11-year-old Elodie Baker from Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, have been thick as thieves since the family picked him up two years ago.

Elodie has autism and Ernie has proven himself to be a great companion and source of comfort. He is always there for a hug whenever Elodie is feeling sad and has also helped her to overcome feelings of fear and anxiety as well as encouraging her to feel calmer and more confident.

Despite feeling slightly nervous, Elodie is excited and understandably proud to be in the Scruffts final with her best friend Ernie.

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Buddy Scheme!

Rescued pony begins a career helping disadvantaged children on HorseWorld’s Discovery courses. The Discovery programme gives children with a range of challenging behaviours the chance to work with the rescued horses and learn new skills in a non-classroom setting. gain some strength and eventually put on some weight.

6 months into his rehabilitation and Buddy was unrecognisable, he had made a full recovery and was loving playing with his new friends at HorseWorld.

Once Buddy was old enough he began to be trained as a ridden pony. He proved to be very laid-back and gentle and staff thought that he’s make the perfect addition to the Discovery team. All horses have a unique personality, just like the children who attend HorseWorld’s Discovery courses. Each pony can teach a child something different and Buddy has lots of lessons to pass on. His difficult start in life resonates with some of the children who have had troubled

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uddy was rescued in 2011 after a member of the public found him wandering in her back garden.

At first glance it was obvious something was wrong, despite wearing a rug it was clear that the pony was agonisingly thin and covered in open sores.

HorseWorld, together with the RSPCA, stepped in to rescue the pony, by the time they were ready with the lorry to bring him to safety he had collapsed and the team weren’t sure if he would make it.

Once he was at HorseWorld the pony, now named Buddy by staff, received emergency veterinary care. He was given fluids and needed a blood

times in their past. Buddy can also sometimes be a bit cheeky which teaches the children how to calmly but firmly ask a horse to stand still or allow them to pick out his feet.

Sharon, Discovery course leader, said: “Buddy has come through so much hardship and he got a second chance at life because of HorseWorld. That’s what we want to give to the children on our discovery courses, a chance to flourish in a safe environment.” n If you want to know more about HorseWorld and the Discovery courses please visit: www.horseworld.org.uk or you can find us on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

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Buddy receiving emergency care

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transfusion. But most shocking was Buddy’s weight, he weighed a third of what he should have done and he had a body condition score of just 0.5.

Luckily, Buddy was a fighter and against the odds he began to

About the Discovery Programme Discovery is based on a working farm that is home to the rescue charity, HorseWorld. This means that although Discovery is a small and nurturing learning environment, it is also a good introduction to the workplace and provides a chance to develop practical employability skills. The equine care skills that learners develop during the Animal Care Short Courses provide them with a sound basis for continuing learning in this field, should they wish to.

At Discovery we work closely with schools, social care, the local hospital education services and specialist provision units.

We are on both the Bristol City Council and South Gloucestershire Councils’ Alternative Provision lists and work with many other local authorities and anyone can refer in to the Discovery programme. www.rescueandanimalcare.com

For your free information pack, email info@horseworld.org.uk today.

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Help us turn Horses and Ponies Like this – Into This!

Lady several weeks after rescue

Lady before she was rescued and afterwards when she was given the care she deserved. Isn’t she beautiful!

Lady a few days after rescue

The Pit Pony Sanctuary

This amazing Charity, dedicated to Helping Needy Horses and Ponies would appreciate your help

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he Pit Pony Sanctuary is a Registered Charity- No. 1002933 providing a safe haven for abandoned and unwanted ponies who have suffered a lifetime of neglect.

Home to a small herd of long-term residents, the Charity’s ponies all have sad past life stories and each one is as heart-breaking as the next.

Whilst it’s easy to dismiss pit ponies as a feature of Britain’s ancient past, the shocking reality is that pit ponies were still being overworked, neglected and mistreated right up until the end of the 1990’s. Roy Peckham one of the founders of The Sanctuary, is convinced the practice could still make a comeback, as no legislation has been passed to make it illegal to use working horses underground.

Whilst many of the Pit Ponies they rescued have since passed away Pit Pony Spike survives them all. The Sanctuary continue their work with a real mixture of other types of horses and ponies from an ex Race-horse to tiny ponies.

We need your help Sadly, like most Charities, The Sanctuary has suffered as a result of the recession and Brexit worries and as they receive no government funding, they are grateful for any donation.

From just £0.50p a week, anyone can help to provide a loving home for one of the Charity’s permanent residents. You can sponsor online at www.sponsorapony.co.uk or drop The Pit Pony Sanctuary a SAE for a sponsor form.

Sponsors will receive an A4 full colour certificate of their chosen pony, a full colour pony information sheet, Newsletters and can visit their sponsored pony (during Centre open hours).

You can view their Newsletter online here: www.issuu.com/pitponyman/docs

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Cut/tear them off with 0.5 cm/1/4 inch of paper left all around them and send them to help the ponies at no extra cost to you it will help continue our work to help more horses like Lady.

Take a look at the Sanctuary’s Videos http://www.youtube.com/ user/Pitponyman for your information only.

n Please check out their Facebook (The Pit Pony Sanctuary) and Twitter (http//twitter.com/ThePitPony)

The Pit Pony Sanctuary They are a small group in Wales who care for all the Needy Horses & Ponies they can with their meagre resources. They would be so grateful for your help.

Sponsor a Pony at www.sponsorapony.co.uk Online shoppers please use www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/pitpony to help the Ponies whilst shopping on line at no cost to you.

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Dog breeds and the health problems which can affect them For thousands of years dogs have been selectively bred, based on aspects of their performance, behaviour or appearance. Unfortunately, this selective breeding has also often resulted in inherited diseases that can affect the health and welfare of some of our most popular breeds of dog. Although the effects of some of these genetic diseases are relatively mild, others are thought to cause severe and prolonged pain or discomfort.

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or example, a condition called syringomyelia has been found to occur in 70% of Cavalier King Charles Spaniels by six years of age and appears to be associated with malformation of the skull, resulting in the presence of fluid-filled cavities in the spinal cord of the neck. The disease is known to be very painful in humans and some affected dogs show severe signs of pain around their head, neck, and forelimbs.

Another condition, Brachycephalic Airway Obstruction Syndrome, can be a serious welfare problem for short muzzle “flat faced” (brachycephalic) breeds such as Pugs, Shih Tzus, French bulldogs and Pekingese. Affected dogs are at risk of bouts of severe respiratory distress and fear, and these crises can be life-threatening – for example affected dogs are especially at risk when exercising in hot weather. Even mildly affected dogs are likely to suffer disrupted sleep and are prevented from carrying out normal behaviours such as running and exercising because of breathing difficulties.

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breeds) may suffer from an increased incidence of skin infections resulting in inflammation and irritation. Anal furunculosis is a condition in which there is inflammation and ulceration of the skin under the tail and around the anus, which can become severe. It is a chronic condition, difficult to treat and, once affected, animals often experience ongoing or recurrent episodes of discomfort and pain throughout their life. German Shepherds are particularly prone although the disorder is also seen in dogs from other breeds, indeed a study found that 84% of cases occurred in German Shepherds.

English Bulldogs, Boston Terriers and Pugs can suffer from a condition called hemivertebrae in which bones in the spine tend not to align correctly. This can lead to the spinal cord or the nerves arising from it becoming squashed and damaged, causing pain – which can be severe - wobbliness (ataxia) on the hind legs and can also cause loss of hind leg function and incontinence (inability to control passing urine or faeces).

Labrador Retrievers and Newfoundlands can be affected by a number of conditions affecting their joints and mobility including degeneration and rupture of the cranial cruciate ligament (one of the ligaments of the knee). This causes pain and lameness, which may be mild or severe depending on the stage of the disease and other factors, and which tends to progress as chronic arthritis develops.

Patella luxation is one of the most common orthopaedic conditions encountered in dogs and Labrador Retrievers have been found to be 3.3 times more likely to be affected than other breeds.

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Some breeds of spaniel are prone to blood disorders such as Primary Immune-Mediated Haemolytic Anaemia.

This triggers antibodies to be produced that attack the red blood cells causing anaemia, malaise, pain and distress that can last for weeks or months.

The above are just a few examples and there are many others. Not all dogs in these breeds will be severely affected, but in many breeds genetic diseases are common – and in some cases are unrecognised by owners as they are considered simply to be a characteristic of the breed.

What can be done to improve the welfare of dogs and other species that have welfare problems as a result of selective breeding?

Breeding has resulted in the problem and, in principle, breeding should be able to also reduce the incidence of genetic diseases by breeding only from those individual animals that are not affected by the conditions. Tackling genetic welfare problems, whether in dogs or other species, requires the concerted efforts of breeders, geneticists, vets, pet owners and others. In particular, it requires a much greater public understanding of the extent of the problems within specific breeds, and of the implications for animal welfare. To help provide information on the types of disease that affect breeds of dog and other species, UFAW’s website has information not just about the physical effects of genetic diseases but also assessments of their effects on the animal’s quality of life and what you can do to help eradicate them. See www.ufaw.org.uk/genetics

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Because dogs see in shades of blue and yellow, the K9 Fitness range colours have been carefully chosen for maximum visibility for all dogs. The toys’ blue and yellow colours can easily be located by your dog regardless of the environment they are playing in. Discover the K9 Fitness by Zeus collection at https://ca-en.hagen.com/K9-Fitness-by-Zeus www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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Rodger M6

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Roxy F5

He is a lovely friendly She is a lovely lady dog looking for a looking for some TLC. home with you.

Rocky M10 mths

Baxter M5

Rocky needs a lot of exercise and an owner with patience but also who has lots of time as he does need training.

He can be a little wary of new people but is friendly when he knows you.

Allsorts Dog Rescue

Brandon M6-7

Joey M4

He is a nervous dog so will not be able to go to a home with under 14’s.

He isn’t very well socialised with other dogs at all.

Ziggy F9

Nasha M7

He does need a bit She would love a of lead training as he quiet home where tends to bite she gets gentle walks the lead. and is allowed to sleep most of the time.

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#breedforhealthnotwealth Nero M2

Lenny M8 mths

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Bobby M2

He can be left on his own for a few hours without problems.

So far he has been very responsive and walks well on the lead.

A sweet and beautiful boy waiting a long time for a forever home of his own.

Bobby is a young dog with a lot of playful, cheeky energy!

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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

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NEW HOME? Take the stress out of settling, bonding, & training PET REMEDY, have announced the launch of a de-stress & calming kit aimed at owners of new pets to help them settle into their new home.

Pet Remedy works with over 180 animal rescue organisations, helping to tackle the stress that can result from pets being abandoned, rescued and ultimately re-homed. The unique and patented blend of Valerian absolute oil with Vetiver, Basil & Clary Sage essential oils will help all mammals, birds and reptiles, so is also ideal for bonding a new arrival with existing pets in the home.

Martyn Barklett-Judge, Managing Director of Pet Remedy explained: “Rescue organisations have been using Pet Remedy in-house and recommending our products for a number of years. So, developing a New Home Kit for them to sell to new owners when they most need it is a natural

progression for us.”

The RRP for the New Home Kit is £25 Specially designed point of sale material is provided to help promote Pet Remedy to new pet owners.

Pet Remedy Sales Director, Rob Tyler told us “We have received an overwhelming response from highly respected rescue organistions all around the UK. This led us to create a product and support package aimed specifically at the ‘New Home’ market.”

Rescued pets have often been through difficult experiences prior to being re-homed. Thanks to increased awareness and education by pet professionals; owners now realise that behavior issues are most often stress related. By tackling the stress they are able to work positively to modify

unwanted behavior and settle the pet into a new home and routine. n Pet Remedy products are widely available through all major pet retailers, vets, and other pet professionals. www.petremedy.co.uk

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LABRADOR LIFELINE TRUST

HAS A RECORD YEAR FOR REHOMING LABRADORS 2018 saw a massive increase in young Labradors being placed into rescue for various reasons.

The main being change of circumstances or buyers not doing their homework in relation to their lifestyle and that of the dog.

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t is ironic and probably the same in all breed recues that when there are lots of young dogs available then adopters want older versions that are perhaps a little steadier and with a few manners already instilled in them. So many young dogs come into rescue that have obviously received no training or socialisation whatsoever. They are frankly manic and some are aggressive towards other dogs.

It comes down to patience and tolerance as no rescue dog is perfect but is it not worth adopting one and giving it that second chance at a good life rather than purchasing a puppy – you have my word you won’t regret it.

Anne Carter – Labrador Lifeline Trust

Bramley

This is a trait that was rarely seen in the Labrador, but media has a lot to answer for in their portrayal of this popular breed.

Labradors are always seen as the loveable buffoon that gets on with everything and everyone when in reality this is far from the truth. The rescue dogs that come knocking at our door are rarely perfect, many are over-exuberant, have no conception of special awareness and chances are will send you flying in a heartbeat. Its called love!

On the plus side with a bit of work by our experienced foster homes these dogs are gently moulded into a dog that the adopter is proud to own. Take my own dog, Bramley he came to me at 5.5 years and had been 24

ignored for most of his life. He had learned how to open the gate and escape whenever the opportunity presented itself. He became a firm favourite with the local Dog Warden and in the end, the owners were not prepared to pay his mounting fines.

If you hold the view that you cant teach an older dog new tricks then I beg to differ. All you need is time and patience and more patience. After 12 months Bramley and I had thoroughly bonded and each day his training came along in leaps and bounds.

No longer did he jump higher than anyone he met out on his walks. He no longer pulled like the Eurostar as he had been trained on a harness, which is so much kinder and protected his throat from damage. He is a delight and a pleasure now, I am proud to be his owner, and he is a wonderful ambassador for the Trust.

Rescues have to work very hard to get their dogs into the right homes and naturally this entails a lot of processes from vetting the dog and making sure that the new home can cope with it. Giving advice on after care and ensuring that adopters have access to the very best advice and help. Here at the Trust we have always subscribed to the view that we do not just dump a dog in a home and disappear we are there for them 24/7 as we want this

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adoption to work and the dog to have a forever home. Our success rate using this method means that we have a 99% non return.

The Trust do not discriminate between the old and infirm dog with arthritis or the youngster who may have problems. We recently took in a 16 week old puppy that had jumped up and fractured a leg in two places. The owner could not nurse the dog and decided the best thing was to turn it into rescue. This dog came to us with an external fixator in place and weeks of rehabilitation ahead. Our foster home leapt into action and took him in without turning a hair. Now two operations later he is once again a fit and happy little dog. We are always in need of foster homes who can help us put right some of the things that are wrong. It can be very rewarding to see the dog with either a medical or training problem go to a new home where we know the adopters will be equally as proud of their dog as I am of mine. n Visit www.labrador-lifeline.co.uk info@labrador-lifeline.com Tel: 01256 884027.

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Help us make a difference

to the lives of many millions of cats globally?

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ne of the great things about working for a charity like International Cat Care is that you get to meet so many wonderful people.

People (like you!) who are not just concerned for their own well-loved kitties snuggled up at home but who also care about the less fortunate cats – the ones that they see on the streets where they live or when they are away on holiday or business. They tell us about their sadness when they see them suffering, their feelings of helplessness at the scale of problem and, above all, their overwhelming wish to help. The one question they always ask us is...

'What's the best thing we can we do to help unowned cats around the world?' iCatCare has asked itself the same question. Our mission is to help all cats – owned and unowned – wherever they are in the world. But we're not a traditional cat charity. Our expertise is in feline information, advice and training – so how can we best use our skills for unowned cats – how can we empower people to help?

• We have helped train vets and volunteers in Trap, Neuter and Return techniques and provide our Feral Cat Manual free online (https://icatcare.org/publication/feral-cat-manual) • We encourage governments, vets, local authorities, communities and other charities to collaborate and galvanise awareness through our International Declaration of Responsibilities to Cats (https://icatcare.org/declaration) • We're looking at advances in nonsurgical population control which could make a massive difference to humanely managing street cat colonies But we have also had many people ask for advice on how to help cats best in homing centres – how to ensure their welfare, www.rescueandanimalcare.com

Our mission is to help all cats – owned and unowned – wherever they are in the world. minimise stress and reduce the time they spend there – using our knowledge of cats, what can we all learn and practically do?

Homing centres are amazing – dedicated animal lovers who work incredibly hard and often against ridiculous odds. It's a tough job, especially for the smaller centres around the world operating on a shoestring with a handful of volunteers. They told us they often feel exhausted and frustrated at the scale of the challenge, managing the health and wellbeing of the cats and the huge difficulty of finding homes. They asked us if we could develop resources and training like those we provide to the veterinary sector but tailored to the specific needs of homing centres.

And so we are creating Cat Friendly Homing – a new project providing tools and training that give homing centre staff and volunteers confidence and help them rehome more cats. We have been collaborating with homing charities to work out our ideas and participants told us that they felt more confident with their daily decisions – and homing rates went up significantly.

So what happens next?

• Firstly, we're building a new information website for homing centres that will be free, comprehensive, up to date and tailored to homing centres, bringing together the latest information in a way that can be used by those doing the difficult job of finding homes for cats.

• We're also developing affordable distance learning courses for those interested in further study.

So will you help us to make a difference to the lives of many millions of cats globally?

We know that you care about unowned cats and together we can make a better world for them. There are lots of ways to help • Please sign the International Declaration of Responsibilities to Cats https://icatcare.org/declaration Almost 3000 people have already signed up to show they care and to look at all the areas where we need to take responsibility for cats • Please donate to raise funds for the new homing centre website. You can make a one off donation or set up a regular amount https://icatcare.org/support-us/donate • Hold a cat-themed cocktail party with your friends and have fun while raising funds https://icatcare.org/cat-cocktails/find-out-more • Remember street cats in your will with a legacy to support International Cat Care https://icatcare.org/legacy However you choose to support iCatCare, it means a great deal to us and everything you do is hugely appreciated. If you have any questions or would like to talk about supporting Cat Friendly Homing please just get in touch – we're always delighted to chat with people like you! n Shelley Gregory-Jones shelley.gregory-jones@icatcare.org International Cat Care https://icatcare.org/ Charity No. 1117342

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De-icers Can be dangerous around Pets!

This week as we get the first real taste of a winter freeze many people will be reaching for their de-icers but it is important to be cautious because many common de-icers are dangerous for dogs and cats causing serious illness and irritation of the paws.

Types of De-icer De-icers are products that lower the freezing point of water and keep roads and pathways clear. Slippery sidewalks may be dangerous but so too are some of the de-icing ingredients.

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Salt (Sodium chloride) Potassium chloride Magnesium chloride Calcium chloride

Ingesting large quantities of salt can be deadly for cats and dogs

causing mild ingestion, gastrointestinal upsets. Furthermore, salt can irritate paws.

Potassium chloride is severly irritating if ingested and similarly Magnesium chloride cause stomach problems and can aggrevate kidney problems. Calcium chloride is the most hazardous of all causing major gastrointestinal distress and severe irritation of the skin and the paws.

Fortunately, pets have to eat large quantities of de-icer to become truly ill but it can happen. Dogs can apidly become addicted to salt in the same way as humans.

The Safest De-icers The alternatives include: n Kitty litter which is just plain old clay. Whilst it will not

actually melt ice, it does stop the surface being slippery. n Sand has a similar effect and is totally unappetising as far

as cats and dogs are concerned. n Safe Paw and other pet safe de-icers that melt snow are

available on the market.

The majority of pet-safe de-icers are based on urea that is specifically formulated for pet safety. Urea is less toxic than other de-icing ingredients but do check the label and make sure it does not contain salt. Environmentally friendly liquid de-icers that are non-toxic and biodegradeable are even better. Polar Products offer such a product called PolarThaw™

As a precaution: n Do not walk your pet where salt is used. n Wash your pet’s paws after the walk to remove any

irritants. n Use booties to protect puppy feet if the weather is

especially severe.

Given these precautions, snow and ice does not have to mean cancelling the walkies! Dogs need at least half an hour a day of exercise to keep them fit and well and prevent obesity. Cats just cannot be that easily controlled. n If you require any help or advice, please contact the Polar

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Bruno M5

Darcy F3

Comet M3

Loki M8

Camilla F

Bruno is a happy boy who loves being made a fuss of, and he will make a lovely companion.

She is very playful and especially likes playing with squeaky toys and chasing after a tennis ball.

Very loving and playful around people he knows, and enjoys getting his ears scratched.

He’s quite a quiet boy who enjoys his own space and will take himself to bed for a little chill time.

Looking understanding owners who have had experience with nervous cats.

Bransby Horses Rescue and Welfare

Star M6

Jax M2

His favourite things He loves having a play are footballs, cheese, with his toys, and having a good especially his scratch behind his favourite left ear. squeaky teddy.

Leo M5 He has lots of energy and likes to keep himself active, going for walks, playing and running around.

www.bransbyhorses.co.uk

Wish F19

Lady F8

Trixie F7

Skip M2

Thumberlina F8

Midget Gem F10

Hero M12

Chloe F

She will need an experienced handler to get to know her lovely personality.

She is always waiting in the morning for cuddles and follows you round the field.

She thrives on being around people and enjoys a lot of fuss and attention.

Skip has such a lovely character and would love to find his ‘Friend for Life’.

She enjoys a pamper and cuddles. She can be a little nervous around loud noises.

Lives out in herd at the moment and gets on well with the other ponies.

Hero requires a quieter environment and thrives on routine.

Requires an enthusiastic rider keen to have fun and enjoy being with her.

Warrington Animal Welfare

www.warringtonanimalwelfare.org.uk

Clymping Dog Sanctuary

www.clympingdogsanctuary.co.uk

Jasper M6

Apollo M8

Matilda F3-4

Baxter M2

Marley M9 mths

Tinkerbell F4

Butch M18 mths

Diesel M2-3

He will make a perfect family dog, however, he is a large breed dog.

He is over-weight and his new owner will need to help him shed the weight.

She LOVES people and having her belly tickled. You will fall in love with her!

Lovely boy looking for a family that is around most of the day.

He needs to be socialised more.

Not to live with Male dogsand no cats.

Came in as a stray.

Ok with some dogs but would need to be tested.

Loves to play with a tennis ball. A lovely friendly dog you will fall in love with.

Needs an owner who is good with strong willed dogs preferably male.

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Blue Cross Pet Bereavement Support Services About the PET BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT SERVICE Grieving for the loss of a pet, whether through death or enforced separation, can be a very sad and difficult experience. Life, once filled with the love and friendship of a pet, may suddenly seem very empty.

The Pet Bereavement Support Service is run by Blue Cross and for over 20 years our experienced team have helped thousands of pet owners come to terms with the grief, despair and sadness that comes with saying goodbye to a beloved pet.

From emotional support, practical FREE literature, specific bereavement talks, webinars and our award-winning training course, our team have unrivalled experience of helping animal lovers at their time of need.

“As front of house, it is good to know how to deal with difficult situations, so the Pet Bereavement Support course helps me know how to act appropriately.”

The Helpline telephone and email support

Whether through old age, illness or enforced separation, losing a pet can be a very traumatic experience. The trained volunteers on our confidential telephone and email support line offer a sympathetic ear and practical advice. We take around 8,000 support calls and emails a year. Raising much needed awareness of our free support line is crucial in being able to help more people.

Training for helping bereaved Pet Owners In addition to our support services, we also offer a number of training courses aimed at anyone working within the animal industry who may need the vital and specialised skills in dealing with bereaved pet owners.

Our awardwinning, eight-week CPD accredited e-learning course covers a range of topics in depth.

The course helps provide key skills, ensures appropriate and considerate end-of life conversations

and combats against compassion fatigue. We also offer a short course and one-hour webinars that act as an introduction to pet bereavement issues.

For more information or to book a place visit bluecross.org.uk/courses-professionals-andvolunteers

Volunteering and helping others Working from home, providing a flexible minimum of one shift a week our volunteers provide emotional support and practical information by telephone or email to help pet owners (and others in contact with pet owners) to overcome feelings of grief and loss. We are always in need of more volunteers to help so if you have the right skills to show genuine empathy and warmth in conversations and emails, you could help provide valuable “Working as a and unforgettable support support volunteer is to our clients. These roles so rewarding. Losing come with an eight-week a pet can be distance learning training heartbreaking and it’s course and you will good to be part of a become part of and be team that can fully supported by the offer support.” highly trained and experienced PBSS team.

To find out more contact pbssteam@bluecross.org.uk or 01993 867216 or visit bluecross.org.uk/volunteer-our-petbereavement-support-service

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Blue Cross CPD courses for professionals Blue Cross’s Pet Bereavement Support Service has been supporting grieving pet owners for nearly 25 years. It is now a requirement of the RCVS Practice Standards Scheme to have a fully trained pet bereavement expert in your practice. Our courses are recognised by the RCVS as one of the courses that meet the Client Experience Award point as part of their accreditation scheme. For more specific needs, we can also work with you to provide bespoke face to face training across the UK.

Accredited Pet Bereavement Support CPD Course – Eight week accredited award-winning CPD e-learning course £280 The importance of supportive and professional end-of-life care is increasingly vital for businesses in terms of client retention, relationships and crucial team wellbeing.

Enhance the care you can offer to bereaved pet owners with this accredited certificate in pet bereavement support.

Taking place over eight weeks, our distance e-learning course is perfect for anyone wishing to gain more knowledge and experience in supporting bereaved pet owners. It is particularly helpful for veterinary teams and those working with owners whose pets are facing rehoming, euthanasia or have died.

Giving you the skills to support owners and yourself during the difficult bereavement stages, the course covers the following topics in depth: • Pet loss experience • Self care • Emotional support skills

• Stages of grief • Pet euthanasia • Remembrance and rituals

• Grief in surviving pets • The loss of assistance animals

Awarded by NCFE, the course requires a minimum of three to four hours of study per week and counts towards 32 hours Continual Professional Development.

Please be aware that this is not a counselling qualification.

Introduction to Pet Bereavement Support Skills – Two hour CPD e-learning course £35 This short course is an excellent introduction for front of house and customer facing teams who have contact with bereaved owners but do not require an in depth knowledge.

The two hour course covers the following key areas: • Empathy vs sympathy • Communicating with active listening skills • Open questions

• Face to face emotional support, telephone support, email support and other written communication • How to support yourself, importance of self care and useful contacts

This course can be booked at any time throughout the year.

CPD Webinar – Tools for supporting bereaved clients £20 This one hour webinar is aimed at veterinary nurses, receptionists, vets and practice managers who regularly have direct contact with bereaved pet owners. It also offers an open forum in which to discuss topics and share experiences.

The webinar provides one hours CPD and all attendees receive a certificate of attendance. The topics covered are: • Explanation of the five stages of grief and how humans grieve following pet loss • Pet loss case study • Emotional overload signs

• Helpful things to say and do when supporting a grieving client • Unhelpful things not to say or do • How to get it right and help retain your clients

The webinars run from 6.30pm to 7.30pm a number of times within the year.

Find out more Contact the Pet Bereavement Support Service Team or visit our webpage for more information, dates and booking for all courses or bespoke training, or to request free Pet Bereavement literature: bluecross.org.uk/pbss-course Tel: 01993 867216 Email: pbsstraining@bluecross.org.uk Blue Cross is a charity registered in England and Wales (224392) and in Scotland (SC040154) The Pet Bereavement Support Service is a member of The Helplines Standard and British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.

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The Animal Health Company is delighted to announce that it will be continuing its Agility competition in 2019 The Animal Health Company Classic will welcome all sizes of Agility dogs in a steeplechase style course that features the Westcotts Water Jump!

W

ith qualifiers across the country in 2019 we will welcome the top 5 from each heat to join us at the autumn final to seek a share of over £100 of prize money.

Animal Health Company’s Sales Manager Jennie Westcott said “ We are delighted to continue sponsorship of this Agility competition with new heat hosts in 2019 and I look forward to meeting everyone at our first heat at the Scunthorpe Championship Agility Show in April.

The Animal Health Company offers a range of products that will be ideal for the Agility dog including their new food,

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Westcotts. Unique to the market it contains HypercCoat Prime our popular supplement.

Westcotts it is formulated with high levels of chicken and rice, is hypoallergenic, pro biotic and has no added flavourings or preservatives produced from quality ingredients helping dogs with a sensitive palate. n The Animal Health Company website www.animal-health.co.uk has all the details.

Westcotts Water Jump!

The Animal Health Company wishes everyone a successful 2019 and looks forward to meeting you at an Agility show near you.

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Tim transported Delilah from Fernlea Vets in Bristol down to Taunton

Transporting Pets in Comfort and Safety Hi! I'm Tim Dunton and I started UK Dog Transport in 2014 to help pet owners to move their dogs and cats safely around mainland UK and Europe.

I

am fully licensed and insured with ample dog handling experience, as well as being fully dog firstaid trained.

My services are available 7 days a week, giving you complete flexibility. I am fully licensed and insured with ample dog handling experience, and dog first-aid trained. I ensure that your pets reach their destinations in comfort and safety – they have roomy, air-conditioned pods in the van and we take regular hydration and comfort stops.

UK Dog Transport still works closely with many pet rescue partners and Anne Lewis at the Lost Souls Sanctuary explains: www.rescueandanimalcare.com

appointment is some distance away and you have no transport!

That's where UK Dog Transport comes in, with my Vet Transport Run service. If your dog or cat needs taking to or from an appointment but you can't make it, UK Dog Transport can take your pet there and back for you – even if the vet is at the other end of the country!

I transported Delilah from Fernlea Vets in Bristol down to Taunton recently, when a big motorway snarl-up meant that her owner couldn't get there in time. This lovely lady is now safely home, and recovering well.

Another popular service is one that I personally love; transporting rescues to their new homes and families, who are so excited to meet them.

This is Wilson, a handsome Mastiff Cross boy from Last Hope Rescue, arriving at his new home in West Wales.

If you have a pet that needs transporting to or from a vet appointment or a new home, give me a call. I'm ready to help!

"Lost Souls Sanctuary use Tim because he is consistently reliable, very reasonably priced and above all he is wonderful with the dogs he transports and they always arrive in a calm state.

We take in some of the most difficult dogs, many of which have been very problematic during the journey to the UK. It is a testimonial to Tim's skills as a handler that he is able to calm them down."

Pets to Vets (and back again) It can be really stressful for both you and your pet when a visit to the vet is necessary – doubly so if that

This is Wilson, a handsome Mastiff Cross boy from Last Hope Rescue, arriving at his new home in West Wales.

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Charlie's Tale: Escaping the Capital of Canine Cruelty There are thousands of street dogs in Romania, many of which are incarcerated in public shelters. Dog catchers beat and kill them using barbaric methods such as injecting them with anti-freeze or covering their kennels in caustic soda – dogs are treated like vermin.

UK Dog Transport works with A Better Life Dog Rescue and Noah's Ark Romanian Rescue, as rescue and transport partners. Charlie (pictured) was in a public shelter at 5 months old, without much human contact.

Vanda Kizmaz, the founder of Noah's Ark Romanian Rescue, picks up the story: "We arranged to bring Charlie to the UK in March 2018. On arrival, he was suffering terribly from Demodex ('red mange') and was so petrified that he would poo himself if anyone came near him."

Charlie didn't do too well in foster care, where it was too busy for this scared boy.

Vanda continues: "As the UK rescue due to take Charlie rejected him because of his skin problems, he went into an emergency foster home for a few weeks where

Vanda says: "Once Tim and Gilly took Charlie under their wing, he started to really flourish, both in his health and in his confidence."

With time and patience, Charlie has blossomed into a really nice, well-rounded dog.

Charlie being moved from Shelter

Tim with Charlie

treatment was started on his skin and the hard task of socialising him began."

UK Dog Transport was brought in to transfer Charlie from the emergency foster home to kennels for a while, to rehabilitate him. Tim visited him once a week there and could see he was still struggling with the noise and bustle. Tim asked if he and Gilly could adopt him.

Please consider adopting a dog from Romania. They might be difficult to start with, but the journey from terrified pup to a bundle of boundless energy and joy is incredibly rewarding.

UK Dog Transport 07581 004473 tim@ukdogtransport.co.uk www.ukdogtransport.co.uk www.facebook.com/UKDogTransport

News ...

Meet Stanley – an abandoned puppy who has found a new home at a luxury hotel Stanley was found as a puppy on waste ground near the East Winds resort in St Lucia.

The hotel rescued him and adopted him as the resort dog. He now enjoys a wonderful life living with the resort’s managing director, Judith Milne. Judith had never had a dog before but says now she couldn’t imagine life without Stanley.

Stanley accompanies Judith to work, spending time snoozing in her office. He has acquired a legion of fans in the shape of hotel guests who bring him presents and take him for walks. Now that Stanley is past the puppy stage he is getting involved in weddings at the resort, acting as ring bearer. He is also featured on a mural that has just been added to the entrance of the hotel.

You can see more about Stanley on the resort website www.eastwinds.com/meet-stanley/ and he even has his own Instagram account stanleyofeastwinds.

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Petkin tooth wipes Provide a convenient way to keep your pet’s teeth and gums clean and healthy every day. Wipes away daily residue, use daily to keep teeth clean, no water or rinsing required, Mint Flavour.

Visit www.mrpets.co.uk

PetBloon A bright and light waterproof balloon cover - transforming a standard balloon into a fun, safe dog toy.

MAKES BALLOONS SAFE The balloon is contained within the cover. Even if it bursts, animals can't get at the remnants so there's protection from swallowing balloon pieces or choking REUSABLE - easily untwist the balloon to deflate and take it with you. If a balloon pops, then you can use any standard latex balloon (3 are included for instant play) L IGHTWEIGHT & FUN - it's only a balloon so won't injure kids, damage furniture or knock over ornaments. Suitable for indoor & outdoor play whatever the weather.

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Puppy Teething Keys These brightly coloured keys are chewy yet firm and ideal to encourage healthy chewing in your teething puppy. Helps clean teeth and strengthen gums.

Puppy Teething Keys are only recommended for dogs with no adult teeth. Supervision is required during play, as with any dog chew.

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Poultry flavoured Enzymatic Toothpaste for dogs Should be used as part of a daily dental cleaning routine to encourage the removal and prevention of plaque and tartar, and to discourage bad breath. Visit www.mrpets.co.uk

Plaque Off An easy way to help care for your pets teeth, and when used regularly it can help to control tartar and bad breath. Plaque Off does not have to be applied directly on the teeth, but rather comes in a powder form that is sprinkled on your pet’s food. It’s is made from seaweed, and contains 12 vitamins, 13 minerals & trace elements and is rich in natural iodine. Visit www.mrpets.co.uk

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Grinshill Animal Rescue

Fly F3

www.grinshillanimalrescue.co.uk

Wolfwood

Holly F8

Lady F5

Rosie F18 mths

Huwie M4-5

Bob M4

Jakey M10

Would suit experienced terrier owner who will give her space and time to settle.

Loveable cuddly girl.

Ok with most dogs, not good with cats.

Lady can be very strong on the lead.

She can be reactive around other dogs when on a walk so further socialisation is needed.

He is an adorable little chap but can nip on occasions when he feels jealous.

He is having lots of fun playing with his kennel companion Fly, he gets on very well dogs.

An affectionate clown with a big smile and an even bigger sense of humour.

Gus M2-3

Adorable Very active young affectionate girl who boy very sweet is good with most natured, ok with larger dogs. She is other dogs but can be shy to start with. over excitable.

www.wolfwood.co.uk

Ed M12

Georgie M5

Barker M7

Millie F9 mths

Alfie M10

Milo M2

Faith F9

Ryan M4

A lovely dog he needs a home with a gentler lifestyle. He doesn’t get on with cats!

He is very playful with a great personality. He loves going on walks.

He isn’t very keen on being around other dogs but he has progressed well.

Millie requires a new home where she can be lovingly, but firmly trained.

A very friendly chap who enjoys the company of people and children.

He is a very active dog and needs lots of exercise with mental stimulation.

So, if you are a Bullie (not bully) lover, might she find a place in your home?

He is fine around people and other dogs. He is a very happy lad.

Wellingborough Dog Welfare (Wellidog)

Cat Cuddles

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Lily F7

Charlie M6

Sam M10

Lily F6

Prince M4

Poppy F2

Elmos F17

Florrie F5

This lovely little girl would love a forever home where she is safe and loved.

This lovely lad needs someone to help him learn to be confident.

Lovely lad who loves a fuss. He is still energetic and bouncy.

Looking for a loving home with someone who won’t leave her for long periods.

PRINCE is a gentle giant who loves his food.

She will need outdoor access to a catflap into the back garden.

She doesn’t like other cats and will need to be the only pet in the home.

She may never become a lapcat but she is a lovely, sweet girl.

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Bacta-Care Disinfectant Cleaner EN13697 Tested in Dirty Conditions with a high dilution of 1:120 - a little goes a long way.

Available neutral or fragranced - Apple, Bubblegum, Cherry, Freesia, Lavender and Lemon. Perfect for all surfaces, indoor and outdoor use when you have animals.

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Ziwi Peak Air-Dried Food For Dogs

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Available in a variety of nutritious flavours, this unique food is suitable for dogs of all ages. Minimal ingredients and high levels of digestible protein make this food ideal for dogs with allergies and sensitivities, as well as being tempting for even the fussiest dogs!

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TeePee Cat Bed The Naylor dog agility tunnels Available in ten standard colours. We manufacture to order to ensure your exact requirement is supplied considering your specific colours. See our new online shop at www.nayloragility.co.uk

A zip-on canopy completes the bed, lined with luxury plush and covered in a heavy corduroy material. Visit www.petslovescruffs.com

Apple Shampoo TO SUIT ALL YOUR DOGS’ NEEDS Visit www.thedaleskennelcompany.co.uk/whelpingbox

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A super concentrated shampoo, with light and fresh apple fragrance. Suitable for long or short coats. This can be used on all breeds of dogs and cats. From: £5.76.

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It Can Only Happen

In Animal Rescue . . .

Me: “Hello! Are you interested in finding a pet today?”

Customer: “Yep.” Me: “And you want to adopt two more?”

Customer: *with young son* “Yes. I would like to adopt two cats.”

Customer: “Yes.”

Me:“That’s fantastic! We have many to choose from.”

Me:“But your landlord says you can only have one animal in your home?”

Customer: “Too bad my landlord won’t let me have more than one pet at my apartment.” *handing me her phone* “Here’s a picture of my son’s cat.”

Customer: “Oh, the two cats I adopt here won’t live with me! My father just passed away and his house is lonely so they’ll live there.”

Me: “You already have a pet?”

Me:“I’m so sorry to hear about your father, but we can’t do an adoption for cats to live alone in a house.”

Customer: “Why not?”

Me: “Because we want to make sure that the animals would be properly cared for and if no one lives with them they could run out of food and water or get trapped during an emergency and you might not know about it for days.”

Customer: “Well, I’m paying for the air

conditioning to be on at his house so someone should live there!”

Me: “Maybe you could live out the lease at your apartment then move in to your dad’s house.”

Customer: “No, I don’t want to have to move my stuff. What if I just tell you I live there?”

Me: “Since I already know that that is a lie, I would not feel comfortable doing the adoption.”

Customer: “Do you even care about the animals here?!”

Me: “Yes, that’s why I don’t want them it have to live alone in a house. They deserve to be cared for.”

Customer: “Maybe I’ll just spend every night at the house so I know they’d be okay!”

Me: “Would your son stay with you?”

Customer: “No! He’s afraid of the house!”

Me:“So, you’re willing to let your young son live alone just so you can adopt these cats?”

Customer:“I’m gonna tell you whatever you need to hear so you’ll give me these animals!”

Me:: “Ma’am, I truly am sorry that you lost your father. But the situation you are in right now simply makes me unable to let you adopt an animal from us. If you move or can provide us with written proof that your landlord will allow more pets, come back and see what cats we have at that time.”

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Customer:“You’ll be hearing from my lawyer! You don’t even care what happens to these animals!” *storms out the door*

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HRH The Duchess of Sussex pays official Royal visit to Mayhew after announcing charity Patronage

The Duchess chatting to Wully Struthers and his two dogs Azzy and Gallis

Mayhew are proud and delighted to have welcomed The Duchess of Sussex on Her Royal Highness’s first visit as our Patron he Duchess met with CEO Caroline Yates, Mayhew staff and volunteers; as well as members of the community we’ve helped and animals under our care to see first-hand the range and impact of the ground-breaking work we do in London and overseas.

Representative Deputy Lieutenant for Hammersmith and Fulham Mr Kevin McGrath joined Caroline Yates to greet The Duchess, who then led Her Royal Highness on a guided tour of our Home and some of our projects.

The Duchess was first introduced to one of our TheraPaws teams, Claire Godwin and collie mix breed Roobarb, and two elderly residents of the Lawnfield Care Home where they visit on a regular basis. Her Royal Highness heard first-hand how

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The Duchess finished her visit with cuddles from Minnie, a Jack Russell Terrier puppy who is shortly going to be available for adoption Roobarb’s visits to the care home provide companionship, promote emotional and physical wellbeing and benefit the lives of all residents –from inspiring happy memories of previously owned pets to encouraging new friendships and comforting those suffering from loneliness.

The Duchess then stopped to chat to Wully Struthers and his two dogs Azzy and Gallis, who we looked after as part of our Pet Refuge scheme when Wully was homeless and needed to access rehab. Speaking alongside Head of Animal Welfare, Zoe Edwards, Wully revealed how Mayhew has helped him and his dogs turn their lives around since he first met Zoe 11 years ago.

In our Cattery, The Duchess met two local people, Miriam and Ted, who formed a life-changing friendship over the discovery of a feral cat colony. AJ Ford, Deputy Head of Animal Welfare, explained how we have worked to control the colony size through our Trap, Neuter, Return programme, and have worked with the community to educate them on living with this type of London wildlife.

Head Teacher of nearby school North Bridge House, Christine McLelland, who recently found a litter of kittens in her shed then joined the conversation. The Duchess met the kittens - named Leo, Percy, Sasha, Mia and Tiger-Lily by the children at North Bridge House – and heard how they are now being looked after by Mayhew until they are ready to find a new home, and how they

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have inspired the students to fundraise for Mayhew over coming months.

Caroline Yates then introduced The Duchess to one of our happily rehomed puppies – Maggie, previously known as Truffle. Maggie’s new owner recently adopted the Jack Russell from Mayhew, after our Animal Welfare Officers rescued her from a suspected puppy farm in October last year.

Finally, HRH was introduced to Dr Abdul Jalil Mohammadzai DVM (known as Dr Mo) and Head Vet Nurse Gillian Rich RVN, who spoke to The Duchess about Mayhew‘s veterinary work here and in the countries we work in overseas.

Dr Mo explained how he and his team have implemented leading animal welfare initiatives within Afghanistan, overcoming an extremely challenging environment to control and prevent the spread of rabies and canine overpopulation. Gillian Rich informed The Duchess about the community-minded veterinary work we do here in London, in our Community Vet Clinic, including offering free and low cost vaccinations and treatment to animals and owners in need.

The Duchess finished her visit with cuddles from Minnie, a Jack Russell Terrier puppy who is shortly going to be available for adoption, and Foxy – a Pomeranian who has just found her forever family. n To find out more about Mayhew’s work, visit www.themayhew.org www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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Battersea Dogs and Cats Home

www.battersea.org.uk

Daisy F5-6

Georgie M14

Henry M4

Gizmo M2-3

Pudding F9-10

Maisie F10-11

Ruby F10-11

Rockie M4-5

Daisy is looking for a quieter home to settle in, away from areas with lots of cats around.

He will absolutely melt his new owners' hearts with his adorable ways and his cheeky whiskers!

He has proven to be a sweet cat who enjoys company and lap time.

Gizmo is a sweet, shy cat looking for a calm and settled home with loving new owners.

Pudding will require outside access in her new home so she can go out and explore and sunbathe.

Her ginger fur that reminds you of autumn leaves, pumpkins and a blazing open fire.

She is very affectionate and enjoys having gentle head strokes and rubs.

He's looking for plenty of space that he can explore, where he will create his own adventures.

Wood Green

www.woodgreen.org.uk

Trevor M1-2

Larry M3

Magic M2

Sheba F6

Doug M1

Disney F4 & Pixie F5

Harry M9 mths

Trevor having 3 legs is no issue at all, he enjoys life to the full.

He has playtime in the garden chasing his ball.

He would like his owners to be around most of the time with minimal home alone and would like a nice sized garden.

He would like to be the only pet in the home and will need a secure garden for some off lead games!

She will need to be the only dog in the home with no small animals or cats.

He likes playing with toys as well as going for nice long walks and really is a bundle of energy!

This fun little pair enjoy going for walks and having a good play in the garden and would love to learn new tricks to keep them busy.

Both of them can be a little shy of meeting new people and could live with sensible teenagers but cannot live with other dogs.

His home alone will need building up gradually but once settled in he could possibly be left for about 3 to 4 hours.

Blue Cross

www.bluecross.org.uk

Dotty F5

Tom M3

Lily F6

Missy F17

Donna F2

Tiddles F3

Paddington M6

Cookie F4

Dotty is a sweet girl, who enjoys some fuss and attention.

She is a cat who loves playing and does go crazy over some catnip.

Ideally he would love lots of things to keep him active in the new home, I’m sure we can help with ideas.

Lily is a lovely lady with bags of personality who can be a little independent but still loves to sit on someone's knee and have a good stroke.

Missy is looking to be the only pet in the home and could possibly live with older children who are sensible and calm.

I've been looking after my kittens for a while now, and to have my own home would be stupendous!

She loves the company of people and will quite happily sit next to someone on the sofa.

I am a bit nervous in new situations but if you give me time you’ll soon see I have a big personality! I love to explore new things (and climb inside boxes)!

Cookie loves lots of fuss and attention.

She does enjoy playing when she’s had some fuss.

Jack M10 & Vera F10

National Animal Welfare Trust

www.nawt.org.uk

Nacho M2

Brooke F8

Max M15 mths

Buster M10

Herby M1-4

I enjoy a chilled out lifestyle of afternoon strolls with my canine pals and then relaxing all day in bed!

I'll make a fantastic companion for someone who is at home most of the time. I get on well with other dogs.

I loveplaying with other dogs and I'm guaranteed to make you laugh when I do 'zoomies' (charging around).

I would like a quiet, adult only home and would prefer to be the only pet in your life.

My favoruite things in the whole wide world are my toys; I could play with them alllll day long, I never get bored!

Rainbow Rehoming

Francine M2-3 She is a friendly cat with a slightly unsure side - meaning she won't come to you but will let you pet her when she has got to know you.

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Mayhew

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Lil Dory M5-6 mths A quiet cat that prefers to let the other more confident cats take the spotlight she will seek an experienced home.

Jolie F9-10 mths Gets on with cats and she would benefit from a home with another cat at home and she would be suitable to rehome with children 12+ years old.

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Sarge M9 mths

We’re a cheeky, fun and affectionate duo on the lookout for a perfect home together.

Reeva F2-3

We believe when We have no doubt Reeva is settled in that he will gain his her home a more confidence in a relaxed cat will settled home with an blossom and her diva experienced understanding owner cattery days will be long forgotten. but it will take time and patience.

Bertie M1

Diesel M2

I need a new family who are around the majority of the time to keep me busy.

My ideal home would be an adult only home where I can be the only pet.

I would make a fun companion.

www.themayhew.org

Hank M3

Caesar M5

Simba M10

An intelligent and playful chap who loves playing with his toys which he'll happily play with on his own for hours on end!

He can be highly strung but he's an intelligent lad and he's responsive to commands once you've gained his trust.

Handsome Simba is very people orientated, loves human interaction and enjoys climbing onto peoples’ laps for a cuddle.

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James Bowen and A Streetcat Named Bob

Make sure you don’t miss out on a weekend spent in the company of beautiful cats!

CAT EXTRAVAGANZA! For the first time, an INTERNATIONAL SHOW and all things FELINE-EXPOSITION will claw its way into CENTRAL LONDON this spring!

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housands of cat enthusiasts, an international competition with over 200 cats, and a multitude of quirky cat vendors all under one roof. That’s right!

This May, the felinesare pushing aside their canine cousins and taking centre stage at the LondonCats International Show and Cat Expo, the cat equivalent to Crufts!

On a mission to stage, reward and celebrate our PURRFECT companions,

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LondonCats will be taking over Tobacco Dock in Central London on the 4th and the 5th of May 2019 for the biggest cat expo in all of Europe and the first event of its kind in the UK. A cat extravaganza like you have never seen before!

In attendance will be every cat lovers favourite authors James Bowen and A Streetcat Named Bob who will be signing their bestselling books. James & Bob’s exceptional story has been an inspiration worldwide and the film has become a phenomenon.

LondonCats are delighted to also welcome Cisco Systems co-founder and philanthropist Sandy Lerner. You can hear excerpts of Lerner’s book ‘Caticons: 4,000 Years of Art Imitating Cats’ from the Educational Stage and her book will be available to buy at the show. Lerner uses her success to be an advocate for animal welfare.

For those who want to give something back to their beloved four-legged friends there will be plenty of ways to spoil them with treats and gifts from a shopping village dedicated to crazy cat products. Dr. Elsey’s will be on hand to provide litterbox solutions

for the life of your cat and a range of premium state of the art products for happy, healthy cats. Also, in attendance, will be Katzenworld the UK’s biggest cat blog forum, Purrform Premium Raw Cat Food, Bengal Cat World, Scrumbles, Autopet and their hi-tech “litter robot” just to name a few.

Whether you are looking for the latest and best food & treats or the most innovative & hi-tech gadgets, you will be sure to leave happy with a little something for your “friends” at home.

Other features include a “Cat Agility Ring”, SEVEN super interactive “Judging Rings”, “Meet the Breeds”, Instagram’s biggest cat celebrities and delicious food & drink from London’s best food trucks!

Come and see your favourite breeds such as the Bengal, British Short Hair, Maine Coon and Sphynx and some newer breeds like the Lykoi (werewolf cat), American Curl, Toyger and many more, all under one roof competing for the ultimate prize of Best Kitten, Best Cat, Best Alter and Best Household Pet. n For more information visit www.londoncats.org.uk

LondonCats International Cat Show 4th & 5th May | Tobacco Dock – London

The show will be open to the public from 9am – 5pm.Tickets are available on the door or online, from the LondonCats website.

Adults | £25

OAPs | £20

Children | £15

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All Creatures Great and Small

Lucy F5 Would best suit a home with a large garden where she has plenty of space to hide and prowl!

Misty M

Bart M6 & Maggi F6

Misty is a friendly cat Bart is the bigger, and more confident, of the and is desperate to two, who loves a tickle under the chin and will live in a nice even sit on your lap once he gets to know warm house. you! Maggie is a small, sweet cat, who often looks to her brother for confidence.

Three Counties Dog Rescue

Scooby M3

Woody M4

He loves to go for a walk, he likes to play with a ball and carry it around with him.

Scooby also travels well in the car.

Woody is a gentle boy who enjoys games with a football and a kong he also likes nothing better than going for a walk.

HorseWorld

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Mister MacSpruce M

Stripe F6

Patch F10 & Thomas M4

I am a friendly laddie who loves a kip. A proper wee lap cat once I know you!

A lovely friendly girl, who is extremely affectionate and loves a tickle under the chin!

Both cats can be very timid on first meeting, but are extremely loving and affectionate when they get comfortable with you! With love and patience Patch and Thomas, the pair will blossom into perfect pets.

www.threecountiesdogrescue.org

Sammy M4

Larry M4

Sammy loves his play Larry knows most of time and he’s a joy to his basic commands watch. Sammy and will sit and give becomes a real you his paw and he’s comedian when he proving to be plays with his toy. very clever.

Marley M2

Rubble M12 mths

Alfie M5

Freddy M8

Likes to play with his toys, he travels well in the car. He enjoys a walk but needs some further training with his recall.

He likes to go for a walk and also to play with his toys. He will benefit from some further training.

He enjoys a game of ball and also likes going out for a walk, Alfie travels well in the car.

He is a people person but does like a quiet life and loves nothing better than laying in front of the fire or snuggled on your lap.

Champers F13

Treacle F11

Tequila F15

Minty F

A bit of an independent lady and doesn’t seem too bothered to be left alone for short periods of time.

Tequila is a good doer so can live out year round without hard feed but will need her grazing restricted.

She has always lived in mixed herds.

She was rescued after becoming stuck underneath a lorry! Because of her rough start in life Minty can become quite stressed.

Blake & Blair M&F 16 wks

www.horseworld.org.uk

Chance M9

Dixie F10

Astra F5

He cannot be ridden but he can stay alone so would be a great companion for a ridden pony. He can live out all year with a rug in the winter.

She is friendly, easy to handle however she does require restricted grazing in the summer due to laminitis. She really enjoys cuddles.

She was rescued from awful conditions so she needs a quiet and experienced home but she is very sweet.

Worthing Cat Welfare Trust

Leyland M4

He can be anxious so She is retired due to is only suitable as hindlimb issues but a non-ridden this doesn’t affect companion but with a her day to day life. confident handler he She prefers to live out will make someone a all year and has a very loving pony. quirky temperament.

www.worthingcatwelfaretrust.org

Puzzle M6

Misty F4

Kirby M18 mths

Daisy F14 mths

Dennis M10

Tom M8

Smudgie M5

He wants some stability in his life again and its time to find a real forever home.

She is gorgeous and she knows it! Loves to be brushed every day and have lots of fuss and cuddles.

He just needs a kind and patient owner to give him the home he truly deserves.

This little cat is an absolute treasure, she is happy with all people very lively and fine with children.

He will need to be the only pet, in the righ home he would settle down just fine.

An oriental, handsome, friendly, noisy chap. He really needs lots of cuddles and attention.

This impressive cat is not only handsome, but is very loving and seeks lots of attention.

They are a bit shy still and are not used to a busy home.

They are very close and need to be homed together.

Birmingham Dogs Home www.birminghamdogshome.org.uk

Winter and Spring breaks available

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Boomer M10

Lilo F2

Bella F3

Trixie F4

A charming chap, Boomer would be best suited to a quieter new home where he will have company most of the day. He will sit & gives a paw.

We feel an active home would suit Lilo as she likes to go on lots of adventures.

She needs to learn basic commands.

Would suit a family with no children, her new owner would need to take her on lots of adventures to burn some of her energy off.

Trixie is a clever girl who already knows how to sit & give her paw. She will however benefit from further training to bring her on.

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Cats Protection launches search for the UK’s most marvellous moggy The UK’s leading feline welfare charity Cats Protection is calling on cat owners nationwide to nominate their furry friends in this year’s National Cat Awards.

For over a decade, the Awards have celebrated the difference cats make to owners’ lives by highlighting heart-warming stories of devotion, companionship and courage.

Entries open on Tuesday 15 January and owners have until noon on Friday 8 March to nominate their cat for one of five categories: • Hero Cat – Cats that save the day • Most Caring Cat – Cats that positively impact a person’s health or wellbeing • Furr-ever Friends – Tales of friendship between children and cats • Outstanding Rescue Cat – Fabulous felines adopted from animal charities • Purina® Better Together Celebrating the special bond that has transformed and enriched the lives of both a feline and human

The National Cat Awards is sponsored by PURINA® and a panel of celebrity cat-lovers will select the winners. The winning cats’ owners will then be presented with their trophies at a star-studded ceremony at London’s Savoy Hotel on Thursday 8 August – coinciding with International Cat Day. Cats Protection’s Awards organiser Kate Bunting said: “This event is the highlight of the feline calendar and gives us the chance to celebrate everything we love about cats.

“Every year, the entries we receive go to show why cats make such great pets – whether it’s for helping their owners through times of sadness or loss, heroic moggies who come to the rescue, or brave felines who survive against the odds.”

The overall winner will inherit the title of National Cat of the Year from Theo, who helped his owner Charlotte Dixon survive a potentially fatal blood clot.

Theo followed in the paw prints of a long line of feline heroes honoured by Cats Protection. They include Genie,

Last year's National Cat of the Year, Theo, with his owner Charlotte Dixon

who helped schoolgirl Evie Henderson battle bone cancer; Tink, who saved her owners from a house fire, and Jessi-Cat, who was celebrated for helping a seven-year-old boy cope with Selective Mutism.

Broadcaster and writer Andrew Collins, whose own cat Gerry was previously a stray, will be one of a panel of celebrity judges selecting the National Cat of the Year.

He said: “Cats make a house a home and whatever stage of life they join you, it improves everything. The National Cat

Awards honour acts of extraordinary bravery, empathy and loyalty. Humans are lucky to be chosen and adopted by cats of all ages.”

For further information about the awards email nationalcatawards@cats.org.uk or phone 03000 12 12 12.

Anyone wishing to nominate their cat should visit www.cats.org.uk/nationalcat-awards after 15 January when the website opens.

George Barclay - Country Sofa Bed The George Barclay Country sofa bed is a contemporary dog bed, inspired by classic ‘country’ fashion elements. A Tweed corduroy sleep area, paired with contrasting quilted outer sidewalls provides the beds signature styling. A threesided bolster provides improved support and comfort, ideal for dogs that like to sleep with their head raised or prefer to nestle into the bed.

Customers can select the cushioning for their sofa bed, there are two options: Firstly, an orthopaedic, blended memory foam mattress base (as pictured). These blended memory foam particles easily www.rescueandanimalcare.com

mould around the shape of your dogs’ body, providing a supportive cushion with the correct orthopaedic properties and rebound characteristics.

Alternatively, an Encapsulated Pocket Sprung Mattress.

Constructed using several individual pocket springs, the mattress adopts an independent movement, contouring to the shape of your dog's body. The cluster of springs is encapsulated in a foam shell, to achieve the utmost level of comfort and support for your companion.

Incorporating our Moisture ShieldTM protective, waterresistant inner cover, the sofa

bed’s cushioning will remain dry and odourless, while the removable outer cover makes washing easy. The bed is finished with detailed elements, which include signature brass studs, faux suede piping and embroidered brand logo.

Available in two sizes, medium & large, rrp: £84.99 - £144.99 + delivery. https://www.georgebarclay.c o.uk/collections/dog-sofabeds

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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

I am just about to get a new puppy; do you have any advice for taking them home and getting them settled in?

Simon Bailey

Vet Simon answers your questions

I want to have my cat spayed, what actually happens and when is it best to do so?

A day or two before collection of your puppy, take a blanket to place in the puppy’s bed, then, when you take the pup home; transfer the blanket to the puppy’s new bed. This will try to reduce some of the stress involved with the transfer, hopefully giving some feeling of security. Also try to make sure everything is prepared with water bowls, bedding, grooming equipment and toys. It is also worth asking the puppies’ breeder what they have been fed and to get the same or ask to have some for the first few days in your home to again reduce the chance of digestive upset during the move. If you choose to change the diet it is advisable to do this gradually over at least a week.

The best place for your puppy’s bed is a draught-free corner or room. Kitchens are a good place as they tend to be warm and to have washable floors. Remember the bed is your puppy’s refuge, so keep young children away from it, and never allow a tired puppy to be dragged out of bed to play – your pet is not a toy! On the first few nights in your home, your puppy is likely to cry or whimper. This is quite normal and is simply because they are in a strange environment and away from their litter mates for the first time. Before you go to bed, play with your puppy to induce sleep.

After the first few nights, the pup should settle quite happily. Try to keep the bedtime routine as consistent as possible.

Toilet training is another big change for all

Starting around the age of 6-8 months kittens, both male and female, start to reach sexual maturity. At this stage they start to show altered behaviour patterns and become capable of breeding and producing their own kittens. For the majority of their owners they do not want kittens, and will not have the time or inclination to do so. With a large number of unwanted kittens and cats in already rescue centres looking for new homes, breeding a litter should be considered carefully.

The operation is referred to by a number of names, neutering, de-sexing, castration in the male, and spaying in the case of the female.

Neutering a cat not only prevents

concerned. Your new puppy has to learn not to ‘toilet ‘ in the house, but as with all training this will take time and needs positive reinforcement from you. Always take your puppy out first thing in the morning and then again at meal times and at other times at regular intervals. If they should have an accident try not to be angry just take them straight out to the garden again. When they do ‘perform’ correctly give them plenty of praise.

Remember some puppies take longer than others to learn – the same as children!!

Chewing is natural for puppies, partly for play and social development, partly to help dental development. Do not discourage chewing; just try to ensure they only chew things you have chosen for them to chew, rather than your shoes. Rawhide chews, nylon bones and large hard biscuits are ideal. If the puppy does chew something inappropriate, distract your pet by arranging for something interesting to happen elsewhere and then give something else to chew.

unwanted pregnancies but can adjust/alter certain behaviours, and will greatly reduce the risk of certain diseases.

In the case of the female the spaying operation involves surgically removing the ovaries and uterus under a general anaesthetic. The cat will need to have the food withheld from the night before surgery. The fur will be clipped at the site of surgery, and sutures will be apparent when you collect the cat later in the day.

They will not normally need to stay overnight. They will receive pain relief during and after the surgery, and will be seen 7-10 days later to check the wound and remove the sutures

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NEW FOR 2019 Dogstival – a new boutique festival for dogs and dog lovers… hosted by nature-loving TV presenter Chris Packham, CBE… set in the heart of doggy paradise the New Forest… and complete with its very own BEACH! Saturday 18th & Sunday 19th May 2019, Pylewell Park, New Forest Dogstival Display Arena | Dog House Behavioural Stage | Get Your Paws Involved Activities K9 Aquasports Pool | Dog-Friendly Beach | Chill Out Den | Live Music Artisan Food | Vintage Fun Fair | Shopping New for 2019! Reward your dog with their best day out ever at Dogstival, an exciting new, boutique-style festival taking place 18th and 19th May 2019 in doggy paradise, the New Forest. Set in the stunning surroundings of the Pylewell Park Estate, Dogstival will be hosted by Chris Packham local resident, TV presenter, renowned dog lover and recent recipient of a CBE in the 2019 Honour List - and promises all the ingredients for a fabulous day out for you and your four-legged family member.

There’s even a glorious dog-friendly beach, which is a first for a UK dog festival!

A celebration of the joy dogs bring to our lives, visitors can expect dazzling displays, activities to try, delicious treats, fantastic gifts, experts talks and more, in the heart of one of the UK’s most dog-friendly areas.

With the help of celebrity naturalist Chris Packham, Dogstival also intends to help owners discover more about the mental and physical wellbeing of their furry friend for a happier, healthier future together, as well as developing a greater understanding on what it takes to be a responsible pet owner in precious environments such as the New Forest - a haven of dog-friendly woodlands, forests and coastline.

An action-packed roster of brilliant things to try, taste, do, discover and buy, a Dogstival day out will include: n Dogstival Main Arena – the heartbeat of this exciting new dog day out, this is the place to watch the dazzling skills of traditional working, therapy and assistance dogs from some of the best display teams in the UK including Shadow Quest, Paws For Thought and The Rockwood Display n Dog House Behavioural Stage – owners can get a deeper understanding of their dog’s wellbeing and behaviour from canine experts covering topics such as mental stimulation, separation anxiety, diet, exercise and more. Recognising that much of a dog’s life is spent in the home, the stage will be transformed into a life-like 50

“If a dog could have the best day of its life, it would go to Dogstival” Chris & Scratchy

house setting to explore typical issues that happen in the household. Visitors will be invited to submit their dog as an on-stage case study in advance of the show n Have-A-Go – because who wants to just sit and watch? Getting tails wagging will be an array of activities for dogs to try their paw at. Splash about in the K9 Aqua Sports Pool, enjoying canine aquatic sport otherwise known as dock diving. There’s also agility and flyball to get the pace going.

Plus, dogs can enjoy dips and water-soaked fetch on Pylewell Park’s very own beach n Happy Hound Den – dedicated to all things canine pamper and chill, dogs can recharge from all the excitement with power naps and relaxing grooms, while humans chat with fellow owners n Boutique shopping – visitors can expect over 200 quality stalls catering to a dog’s every need, as well as lots of wonderful goods and gifts from local New Forest producers n Artisan Food & Drink – harvested from talented Hampshire and the New Forest

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producers. Fuelling the humans’ day will be a host of food from local land and sea including delights such as wood fired pizza, crispy squid, Hampshire hog roast, freshly made Isle of Wight fishcakes, local ale, craft gin, freshly squeeze juice and more. Dogs can expect their own menus too! n The Dogstival Lounge – hosted by one half of BBC Radio’s Barking Blonde Anna Webb, head here to listen to inspiring talks and insights from patrons and partners including Chris Packham and the New Forest Parks team. More details to be announced n The Dogstival Awards – honouring local pets, people and businesses, who’ve overcome challenges, demonstrated bravery, worked hard for a cause or gone the extra mile to make a dog feel welcome Chris Packham says: “I’m really excited to be a part of Dogstival launching right on my door-step. With so much to see, do and try it’s going to be a fantastic day out for every kind of dog including Scratchy – my beloved www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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poodle and the epicentre of my life. Pet owners will also get the chance to learn more about their dog – from their mental health to what's in their dog bowl, as well as hearing more about the amazing habitat and environment around us, which is something I am very passionate about. I can't wait to host the day at Pylewell Park and as well as pet owners and their dogs, I hope dog lovers, those thinking about g etting a dog, or even people wanting a great day out will all join us.”

Bringing the whole dog day together is an

engaging, friendly boutique-vibe. Expect live music, Vintage Fairground complete with a Ferris Wheel offering views over the Isle of Wight and just for dogs, there will be surprises to discover including a canine cartoonist, Dogstival Photobooth and Dogstival Treasure Hunt with hidden prizes to sniff out.

Dogstival’s stunning, dog-friendly South Coast location plays a huge factor in making the event a truly fantastic day out with your dog. Pylewell Park is steeped in history as a grand 17th century house, positioned on the south coast of the New Forest with a large agricultural and sporting estate. The estate is approximately 2,000 acres with a mix of woodland, a 15-acre lake with around 70 acres of open lawn that flows down from main house onto its private beach, which makes it the perfect spot to visit during National Walking Month! Located at the southern point in the New Forest, it’s also just a few minute’s drive from a host of tourist attractions, pictures postcard villages with a wide choice of dog friendly accommodation options, from camping to five-star boutique hotels for guest wishing to make a weekend of it.

Dogstival is organised by New Forest based

Lighthouse Marketing. Co-founder Richard Nowell comments: “Dogstival is all about creating ‘the best day of a dog’s life’ and the event will be packed with things to watch and experience. Plus, it’s a chance to meet thousands of other owners and pet lovers, different breeds and relax at one of the most stunning venues in an area that is so well catered for dogs. It's not just about a great day out though; we want to use the show as an opportunity to talk about some of the issues faced in the Forest, responsible pet ownership and delve into the health and wellbeing of our four-legged friends.” n Dogstival takes place from 10am to 6pm on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th May 2019 at Pylewell Park, Lymington, Hampshire, SP41 5SJ. Tickets are priced at £13.50 for Adults, £7.50 Children aged 5-16 years, under 5’s go free and are on sale now at www.Dogstival.co.uk. Also stay up with the latest announcements @dogstival.

Is your pet your hero?

Nominate them now for 2019 Blue Cross Medal Soap-star Hayley Tamaddon and animalloving celebs join the search for hero pets to receive charity accolade.

Blue Cross pet charity is calling for stories about hero pets from across the nation as nominations open for the prestigious Blue Cross Medal. Animal lovers across the UK are being encouraged to nominate inspirational pets who could be the next medal-winner.

The Blue Cross Medal has celebrated inspirational pets for almost 80 years, and awarded its first in 1940 to a dog called La Cloche for saving his owner from drowning during the Second World War after a German torpedo hit their ship.

Bravery and companionship isn’t always as dramatic as La Cloche’s story, so last year Blue Cross opened the medal up to more nominees in the hopes to hear about the everyday pet hero who is changing lives in all kinds of ways; from cats who’re there to listen when there is no one else, dogs who help with social anxiety; guinea pigs who are a child’s best friend; any pet who helps people in any way, big or small.

Last year’s winner was an incredible pet. A young mastiff called Lemmy won the award www.rescueandanimalcare.com

after being nominated by his owner for saving the lives of her two sons. Rescue-dog Lemmy brought his young owner Max back from depression and suicidal thoughts and turned his life around. A true hero in every sense of the word.

Sally de la Bedoyere, Blue Cross Chief Executive, said: “Pets are amazing, they help us in so many ways, from rescuing us from loneliness to teaching us new things, and even saving lives. The Blue Cross Medal is a wonderful way to draw attention to the incredible things our pets do for us every day and to celebrate them. We’re very excited to hear all the amazing stories to be sent through and can’t wait to pick the next medal winner.”

Animal-loving celebrities are helping support the Blue Cross Medal this year, including soap-star Hayley Tamaddon, who also partook in a photoshoot with homeless pets at one of the charities rehoming centres. Embarrassing Bodies’s Dr. Dawn and The Bill’s Lisa Maxwell are also showing support and broadening the search.

Emmerdale and Coronation Street’s Hayley Tamaddon said: “Pets have always played a wonderful part in my life and I’ve been

grateful to each and every one of them for it.

The wonderful German Shepherd I had growing up called Sheeba would be my strong contender for the Blue Cross Medal nomination – she thought she was my bodyguard, she was always close by me and she made me feel so special and loved.

“Pets do so much for us and the Blue Cross Medal is all about celebrating that, so I would urge anyone with a special pet in their life to nominate them right away!” n The Blue Cross Medal is open to pets that have done something brave, life-changing partnerships, assistance animals and serving or working animals. Deadline for entries is 15 February 2019.

To nominate a pet and find out more, visit www.bluecross.org.uk/medal

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Battersea Dogs and Cats Home

www.battersea.org.uk

Bobby M8 mths

Storm M8 mths

Scooby M2-3

Missy F2

Jeff M4-5

Louise F3-4

Ozzie M3-4

Lady Saskia F6-7

He has shown nice social skills with other dogs. He greets nicely on lead and play well off lead.

With his gentle soul, energy and interactive nature Storm could make a rewarding pet dog.

In reward for giving Scooby a second a chance you will find the most loyal and loving companion!

A charismatic little fluffball; she may be petite in size but she has a mighty big personality.

Jeff has started to realise the fun that can be had with toys and loves squeaky soft ones.

Louise is a super sweet, confident girl who loves a fuss and a greyhound lean.

He is a real joy to train and with some guidance and love we are sure this boy will flourish.

Needs an understanding family to introduce her to the wonderful world of home comforts.

Bath Cats and Dogs Home

www.bathcatsanddogshome.org.uk

Archie M6

Berry F6

Bert M10

He needs an understanding new owner that is around for most of the day.

Berry thoroughly enjoys her walks and exploring new places. She will make a fantastic addition to a family home.

Bert doesn't enjoy the company of other dogs and would rather avoid them.

Last Chance Animal Rescue

Chewbacca M10 mths He will work hard for treats and will enjoy spending training time with his new family.

Gee F4

Max M12

Penny F2

Rouge M8 mths

Gee loves her fuss and will even come onto the sofa to give you a big kiss.

He will be a sweet and loyal companion once settled into a new home.

She will happily walk with other dogs and is happy to share food and toys.

Rouge loves his toys, and likes to play tug with his soft toy. He does settle nicely with a Kong or chew.

www.lastchanceanimalrescue.co.uk

Marley M8

Joan F4

Indie M7 mths

Tasha F10-11

Bucks M14 wks

Bazil M9-10

Jack M12

Vixen F5-6

Marley needs a home with someone around all the time to give him the attention and love he deserves.

Joan is a lovely girl who can be very cuddly, but she can be a little snappy at times so needs an adult home only.

He doesn’t like to be left so needs a home with someone around most of the day.

She needs a home where she will not be left on her own as she gets very stressed as she just wants to be with you at all times.

Bucks is a very sweet puppy who loves a cuddle and playing with other dogs.

Bazil is a beautiful lad who loves playing fetch! He'd play it all day if he could.

Jack needs lots of time and patience to feel settled and able to trust someone.

Vixen is a very lovely, lively girl who just wants to have fun & company. She needs an active home and some more basic training.

RSPCA West Suffolk Branch

www.rspca.org.uk

Cola M6

Caspar M3 & Evie F3

Jim M4

Manny M6

Harriet F3 & Ben M3

I adore going for walks and my ball is my most favourite thing ever!!! I will happily play tug, or fetch all day!

We hope to be able to home them as a pair.

Caspar and Evie are beautiful to look at but very timid so would be best suited to an adult home or older children happy to observe them. They are not aggressive and can be checked over once caught.

He doesn’t really like being picked up but is happier to approach you in his own time. He loves spring greens.

He is a lovely cat, who is enjoying human attention more with each passing day. A patient home is needed.

Ben and Harriet have been with us for over two years. Harriet is inquisitive and the larger of the two. She likes a bit of a dig. Ben has recently become much more friendly, possibly because we have so few other rabbits with us at the moment.

PACT Animal Sanctuary

Luna is more friendly than Eclipse.

Both love being outside and a bit of a dig!

www.pactsanctuary.org

Charley F4

Suggs M8

Patch M10 mths

Bully M2

KitKat M6

Teresa F2

Charley is a very happy dog who can be mischievous, jumps up, will chew and needs a patient owner who can train her in all aspects.

He is nervous around new people and does not like other dogs.

Suggs needs an experienced adult only home used to dealing with naughty terriers.

He just needs sensible owners who will understand the needs of a deprived puppy and give him the forever home he truly deserves.

We will consider a family with teenagers, or adult only home, with no visiting small children.

He is super friendly.

He loves attention and would be happy to be fussed all day.

This beautiful girl needs a loving owner in a quiet home where she can learn to trust people again.

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Mr Black & White M5 Can you offer this bold and affectionate lad a forever home? He is lovely and friendly.

Domino F3 Domino has lived with children and an older dog in the past and once settled she will be a chatty affectionate young lady.

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For holiday lets. Sleeps 2 – double bed in double bedroom. Comfortable lounge and modern kitchen. Separate bathroom with shower. In a small complex. Satellite TV and DVD player.

Sunny decking at front with lawned garden to back. Takes 2 dogs, 3 with approval. Dogs stay for free. Smoking permitted. Many woodland walks, restaurant nearby with excellent food.

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Weekly hire, Sat-Sat £240 Low Season, £300 Mid, £360 High. £50 refundable damage deposit. First £15 electricity free per week. Towels and bed linen provided and included in price. A quiet rural retreat 7 minutes drive from Aberaeron and the sea.

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St Giles Animal Rescue

www.wythallanimalrescue.org

Jasper M5

Spot M12

Tino M6

Domino M4

I am love going out for my walks.

Best suited to an adult only home.

Am very friendly with everyone I meet.

I am very playful and love my toys.

Rolo M8 mths

Fawn F2

Rodney M3

Sharni F12

I am a typical lively and energetic puppy.

My favourite game is tug-o-war!

I love playing with my toys and cuddles.

I could live with teenagers.

www.stgilesanimalrescue.co.uk

Bertie M4

Chuck M3-5

Callie F

Ronnie M

Tigger M

Mia F

Kendra F1

Norma F3-5

He is happy to be around other dogs however is quite vocal in the house.

He is an excitable, loving and social boy who is loving for that perfect fit to continue the training he needs.

This beautiful girl is full of life. She loves to spend her day playing and getting as much fuss as possible.

He would benefit from being the only dog in a home with someone who will give him lots of cuddles.

He is a very playful and affectionate lurcher, who would love someone to have some fun with.

Has bags of character and would make a great addition with another dog (not young and bouncy).

She is very inquisitive and loves to sniff out yummy treats.

She is a sweet, gentle dog that needs a calm environment, a reasonable size secure garden.

All Dogs Matter

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Flo F2-3

Diesel M2

Iris F2-3

Bella F10

Rolly F6

Ruby F4

Liza F3

Archie M1-2

Ideally she would need to live in a home with another dog or dogs.

He is fine with other dogs when out and about, however would be suited as the only dog.

Iris could potentially live with a calm male dog.

She knows commands and walks well on the lead. Bella loves her food!

Ideally, Rolly would like to live with another dog or dogs for companionship.

Ruby would prefer to be the only dog in the house, and could not live with cats.

Liza would need direct access to a garden and no stairs.

She could live with another dog.

Archie can be rehomed with children aged 12+.

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Dogs Trust

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Neville M8 wks

Alice F9 mths

Remi F2-5

Missy F2-5

Buddy M6 to 12 mths

Luna F6 mths

Neville is a nervous chap, so he needs a patient family that can socialise him to the world at his pace.

She is a playful girl who likes her toys, especially squeaky teddies! A friendly who enjoys walks.

She would be best suited to an active family who can give her a lot of exercise as well as cuddles.

She may be small but she has bags of character! Getting some gentle fuss is her favourite.

A lively, playful boy.

He loves to play with toys and is always ready for a tasty treat.

Luna will need a good-size, secure garden where she can learn, explore and play.

Blue Cross

Vincent M6 to 12 mths He loves the company of people and is always ready to get out and about.

Alfie M He's a lovely dog who enjoys playing with toys, especially his ball.

www.bluecross.org.uk

Monty M11

Rocco M1

Cooper M2

Ozzy M1

Lucky M10

Star F6

Frasier M8

Hugo M2

Monty will need to be rehomed in a rural area with access to countryside walk routes.

A real charmer who is looking for a new home where he can chill out and put his paws up after a nice walk.

He loves to play as well, and bounds around like a little kangaroo when he’s excited!

I am a very active busy boy who is looking for a walking companion to take me on some new adventures.

Lucky will make a fantastic pet for an active home that are looking for a friendly, lively dog to join the family.

She loves playing with her toys, gentle countryside walks with her family, and lots and lots of cuddling!

Not to blow my own trumpet but I think I'll be a great pet so I hope to hear from you soon.

I will make the most loving companion and I can't wait to get settled in my new home.

Cabbage Patch Kid M3-4

Destiny Hope Cyrus F1-2

Filbert Fox M12-18 mths

Sandy Olsson F2-3

Molly Weasley F5-6

I could possibly share my patch with another calm and respectful dog who can help me flourish.

Very talented when it comes to my singing voice and I even make my own bed!

A spritely fellow who enjoys being in the limelight and ready for a good game of football!

An energetic character who loves being on the go with the personality of a true Husky.

I am naturally over looking your every move and will always be there for a cuddle.

Leicester Animal Aid

Tinkerbell F1-2 A busy bee, I can be seen flying around having fun and being cheeky… everyone knows us Lurchers love to keep their owners on their toes!!

www.leicesteranimalaid.org.uk

Saint John Bosco M10-11 A very clever and wise soul who enjoys being the only pet and within adult company.

Margaret Green Animal Rescue

Delboy M5 I would never turn down a duvet day.

‘Lovely Jubbly!’

I get on better with older teenagers and would like to be the only animal in my new home...

www.margaretgreenanimalrescue.org.uk

Dylan M4

Rex M5

Ruby F1

Poppy F9 mths

April F11 mths

Roxie F2

Dave M1

Bear M9

I am a very sweet boy who enjoys the finer things in life like snuggling on a comfy duvet.

I am looking for an experienced but quiet, adult home and would love to be the only pet in my new home.

I would prefer an adult only home, but ultimately, I will make a very loyal, loving companion.

I am looking for an active home where my new family are able to continue my training and socialisation!

I am looking for an active home that could possibly take me to agility or flyball classes.

I would be happy to live with teenagers too, but I would prefer a home without cats or small furries.

I am looking to find an active home, but I would also benefit from attending training and socialisation classes!

I have spent my whole life in a village location and would prefer to stay in a rural environment.

Charlie M6

Chief M3-5

Scottish SPCA

Adonis M8-12 mths He is not keen on being left alone so will require someone who is going to be home for the majority of the day.

www.scottishspca.org

Bronx M4

Buddie M6

Bronx is a very smart dog, true to his breed and he knows exactly how to get his own way.

When out on walks he is quite erratic on his lead, trying to get to as many smells as he possibly can.

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He is obsessed with Playtime is one of his favourite times of his toys so needs to have all day access the day and he loves playing with his to these. After a good squeaky toys. game, he will settle down for a cuddle.

Clara F1-2

Cody M2

Milo M6

She is a bundle of energy and will thrive in an active home where she will be kept busy.

He is a very energetic and active dog who requires a home where he will get a lot of exercise.

This big lad still thinks hes a pup at heart so will require further training on his lead.

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