Rescue and Animal Care Magazine 28th May - 28th June 2019 - Issue 145

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Q&A

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 dad has said cat bites can cause more illness in people than dog bites, is this true?

Well yes, your dad is right. About a quarter of dog bites contain a bacterium called Pasteurella multocida compared to around 50 to 75% of cat bites. These bacteria are zoonotic, meaning they can be passed from animals to human, and while it is normal for these bacteria to be present in both dog and cat skin, oral and digestive cavities they can cause infection and disease under certain conditions.

So you can see there is a higher chance of becoming ill if a cat should bite you. There are other bacteria found in both dog and cat bites such as Staphylococcus aureus, but the higher risk of infection from cats is likely due to the type of bite rather than the type of bacteria. Cats tend to deliver a narrow but deeper bite than dogs, so introduce bacteria deeper into the wound. So well done dad!

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My cat twitches her tail and flattens her ears when she sees my boyfriend. Her eyes look darker and she becomes rock like. Although my boyfriend talks to her gently this doesn’t seem to help. Is she frightened of him?

Most cats that are frightened tend to run away, if your cat doesn’t but has opportunity to do so, I am guessing she doesn’t like your choice of boyfriend!

From your description she is frozen in a self‐ defensive crouch and in mid flow of warning your boyfriend of her intention to attack. She will need correct handling and ongoing support for her to overcome this reaction.

Our cat has started urinating inside the house by the cat flap, back door and oddly also around our bathroom window, he has not done this before and is usually clean in the house what would cause him to start this problem?

I realise this may be something quite different for you, but this tends to be a more common behavioural problem in cats. There are many reasons that can trigger inappropriate urination. Given that he is clean in other areas of the home I am assuming he is young fit and well, and there is no medical problem to consider. It is not clear from your question if he is marking or eliminating so this needs to be established first. Assess how much urine is being released to identify what his intentions are! With either behaviour, there should be an assessment of his emotional state and whether you may have noticed other changes so keep an eye on him and see what he is up to at other times. It is highly likely that he perceives a threat in his environment from either outside or inside the house.

Do you own any other cats or have neighbouring cats, is there a new cat in town? Have you moved recently or lost other cats he was bonded with? Most elimination problems involve cats that are fearful or feel ‘insecure’, often there is tension between cats that live together or between those that are ‘forced’ to share small territories. The areas he is toileting are entry and exit points, have you noticed any cats ‘camping out’ around these? Is he being ambushed or stopped from going outdoors by another cat (or pet)? If so, he may be too nervous to try to venture outdoors and so ends up soiling indoors. What you should also consider at this point, is your relationship with your cat, do you tell him off for this inappropriate behaviour? If you do, then stop as this is likely to make him more nervous and may add to the problem. Is your house calm or very busy and loud? Social disturbances can wreak havoc with a cat’s emotional state, so be warned. You can make a start to help resolve this problem while you assess his environment and behaviour further. Make sure you clean up with appropriate products that remove the urine odour, like OdorKill or PetPower. Provide him with a litter tray, deep filled with a mineral based product and put this near to where he is soiling. Make sure this is a quiet and more secluded location. He needs to be encouraged to use this but if you have other cats, they will need at least one litter tray each and these will need to be placed well away from each other. When thoroughly cleaned, place large plastic sheets covered with tin foil over his urination sites and put food bowls down on them. Some cats don’t like tin foil and most don’t like urinating near their food!

Until the triggers are found these suggestions will only serve to delay the resolution, so over to you and more investigations!

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Troublesome Treacle Dear ‘Furever’ Friends, I’ve been writing my column ever since I was a Puppy and this month I will be 9 years old !

This makes me around 56 in human years and so me and Mistress are officially a couple of ‘Ole Gals!’

As soon as Mistress hit 50 she started to receive a lot of unwanted mail in the post, emails and phone calls.

How she got on the data-base of companies she doesn’t know. Stair-lift leaflets, a call about hearing aids! (She purposely kept saying ‘Pardon?’)

And the one that really annoyed her was the Care Home email! Cold calling never goes down well with Mistress and because she has a deep voice she’s been called ‘Mr.’ twice now.

But now these type of companies are contacting me.

Glasses for dogs and Slippers!

I’m still a Puppy at heart and Mistress says I still look like a Spring Chicken (Whaaat?-I don’t want to look like one of these feathered creatures as I may start laying eggs!)

So, me and Mistress have made a pact to grow old disgracefully together and Mistress is as lively and lovely as she used to be. Ok, there’s the odd groan when she gets up from the settee but she says this is because I have numbed her legs by sitting on her lap for too long. However, the other day she cut her fringe and I really do think she needs to go to ‘Specsavers!’ One side is much higher than the other but it looks ok if she tilts her head.

Going back to my birthday, I should say I don’t want a big fuss but I do! I’d like to have a surprise party, with a cake made of doggie chocolate and maybe Dog (and Cat) Band. ‘ Who Let The dog out’ is one of my favourites including ‘My Best Friend’ and ‘You Ain’t Nothing But a Hound Dog’.

I’ve got a few cool dance moves and I’ve been practicing in

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the lounge when everyone else is in bed asleep. I have my own version of the ‘Downward Dog’ which I’ve seen Mistress do in her Yoga classes.

So bring on my birthday and loads of presents (I hope).

I’m off to get a drink of water as it is very hot today and wish I could take my coat off!

See you all next month

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FEATURE CONTRIBUTORS: Dean Hart, Animal Behaviourist Mary Lloyd, Bio-Life International Juliet Abrahamson Simon Bailey, In-house Vet RESCUE AND ANIMAL CARE MAGAZINE: JENNIFER PROWSE MEDIA, 21 THE MALTINGS, BURES, SUFFOLK CO8 5EJ

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BORN IN ICELAND ‘bag for life’

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THE ORPHAN who became a Pioneer in the field of Animal Welfare

LUCY’S LAW The law banning the sales of Puppies and Kittens

HELPING THE STREET ANIMALS OF KUWAIT

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The sun has been shining and I don’t know about you but it makes me feel full of positive vibes and energy!

Jennifer Prowse You have either picked up a hard Director and Publisher copy or you are reading us online.

Whichever format you are looking at, I hope you enjoy our latest issue.

Are you looking for a new career working with animals?

Would you like to train as an Animal Hydrotherapist? See how - with Animal Jobs Direct, page 7.

If you are planning on bringing a kitten into your family, we give you tips on welcoming your little furry pet. Getting a new pup? Read how Blue Cross Experts help owners through their first year.

As well as being man’s best friend, the dog is able to be a support animal in ever increasing fields-See our Clever Dog feature.

In our Animal Behaviourist Column by Dean Hart, a readers asks if cat bites can cause more illness in people than dog bites. See page 4 for the answer.

Border Collie Treacle’s column mentions her ninth birthday looming and realises in human age she is 56!

We have lots more interesting features and news inside. Plus some great products for you and your pet.

See our hundreds of gorgeous peering out of some of our pages. Can you give one a loving and safe new home?

Mayhew Animal Welfare Homeless Kittens born in Iceland ‘bag for life’

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Staggering Statistic The greatest number of legacies are left to animal causes

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Do you want to work as an Animal Hydrotherapist?

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What does a career as an Animal Hydrotherapist involve?

There is a shortage of qualified animal hydrotherapists. This is an excellent career choice for anyone looking for a rewarding, hands on career with animals working in an animal hydrotherapy centre or setting up your own business. Animal Jobs Direct can help you achieve this.

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ydrotherapy is an excellent way to gradually improve the strength and conditioning following surgery, or an injury as it is low-impact.

Additionally, hydrotherapy can be used to benefit animals required to lose weight. As it is a low impact form of exercise, there is a lower risk of injury. It is also a great stressbusting activity, which can help improve overall circulation, reduce joint and muscle pain and benefit general welfare.

Relevant training Animal Hydrotherapy is a medical treatment and therefore all Animal Hydrotherapists must be qualified to practice and offer treatments. To work as a registered animal hydrotherapist, it is essential to gain a regulated qualification such as the Ofqual Regulated Level 3 Diploma in Small Animal Hydrotherapy (Ofqual Qualification Code: 603/4410/6).

The Level 3 Diploma in Hydrotherapy for Small Animals enables students to develop the required knowledge for working as an animal hydrotherapist to provide small animal hydrotherapy for a variety of small animals including dogs, cats, rabbits and other small animals that the hydrotherapist may come across in day to day practice.

This highly sought after qualification consists of a blend of theory and practical training that includes: l The theoretical principles of animal hydrotherapy and treadmill therapy, as well as theoretical guidance on how these therapies can be used. l Details on the conditions that hydrotherapy can benefit. These are primarily orthopaedic, medical and neurological in nature, and therapists will need to be well-versed in these issues so as to accurately administer therapy. l First aid and dealing with emergencies for small animals - this is essential for therapists who intend to work in animal healthcare and it is an essential requirement to practice as a hydrotherapist. l Practical administration of hydrotherapy for dogs, cats, rabbits and other small animals. www.rescueandanimalcare.com

l All paperwork requirements are discussed

l Small Animal Behaviour relevant to dogs,

cats, rabbits and other small animals in a therapeutic setting. l Thorough guidance on learning to assess an animal’s likely outcome from hydrotherapy and how to ascertain whether the treatment is suitable for a specific case. l Background information is provided on small animal anatomy and biology, so as to ensure excellent and robust baseline medical knowledge among those administering hydrotherapy.

As well as theory study, the Level 3 Diploma in Small Animal Hydrotherapy also involves a large amount of practical training and assessment spread over 6 days. This includes: l Working with highly qualified, experienced hydrotherapists and veterinary physiotherapists learning how the treatment is used in a working rehabilitation clinic. This includes pool hydrotherapy and hydrotherapy treadmill treatments, including innovative advanced aquatic treadmill techniques. l Hands on training with a variety of dogs attending for rehabilitation and sports conditioning. l The basic fundamentals of administering hydrotherapy, such as assessment, handling of the patient, managing the equipment and other elements that are essential for effective treatment. l Learning to manage aftercare for an animal that has experienced a session of hydrotherapy, and how to interact with pet owners to discuss performance during the session.

and information provided regarding the completion of this element for report writing in hydrotherapy. l Practical first aid training to learn how to deal with potential emergency situations within a hydrotherapy centre. l 6 days of intensive hands-on training and assessments with our team of experienced Vets, Physiotherapists and Hydrotherapists at Woozelbears, a well established canine hydrotherapy company in Witney, Oxfordshire. This centre has top of the range equipment including underwater treadmills, large bespoke pools, hydrotherapy spa, the 2nd gait analysis treadmill in the UK and a team of highly qualified personnel. l This practical placement enables students to learn from experienced professionals in the industry whilst working with a range cases at different stages of treatment.

This qualification can be used by students to gain employment in the animal care sector, to set up their own animal hydrotherapy business or to progress to further study in the animal hydrotherapy / physiotherapy sector.

Anyone looking to work as an Animal Hydrotherapist should have a love and passion for a variety of small animals, and have experience handling or working with them. n Animal Jobs Direct was established in 2005 and is accredited as a recognised course and training provider. We offer over 150 accredited courses and OFQUAL regulated qualifications designed in consultation with employers to increase career and employment prospects.

Animal Jobs Direct is passionate about animal welfare and dedicated to raising standards in animal welfare through education. Call 0208 6269646 for more information or to enrol, please visit our website: https://www.animaljob.co.uk/animal-hydrotherapy-diplomacourse.html

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Helping you through the hardest goodbye The hardest part of being a pet owner is losing a beloved friend and family member, often who has been by your side for many years. Whether through death, straying, rehoming or separation, the grief of such a close relationship ending can seem overwhelming That’s why Agria has teamed up with Blue Cross to help you access the Pet Bereavement Support Service (PBSS). The service is run by fully trained volunteers, who all genuinely understand the pain as they have first-hand experience of losing a pet. By telephone and email, volunteers provide vital emotional support and practical information to anyone struggling to cope with the loss of any type of pet.

Guilt, anxiety, frustration and shock are all perfectly normal reactions to bereavement, and the service helps pet owners deal with these different stages of grief and feelings, even in the darkest moments of bereavement.

PBSS has helped thousands of pet owners since launching in 1994. Tessa is just one of these who struggled to cope with the loss of her pet.

“I am not a lonely person but felt isolated from life in general,” Tessa says. She was

given the PBSS number by her vet. “There was no one else with whom I could share the terrible emotional pain I was in,” she says. “No one but the kind voice on the line to whom I could talk freely without fear of dismissal.”

Deciding she could use her experience to help others, Tessa went on to become a Pet Bereavement Support Volunteer herself.

The team at Agria are almost all pet owners, so we have a genuine empathy to owners going through the terrible time of loss. Helping where we can in these situations is one of our main priorities. Mr Hill had insured his two German Shorthaired Pointer pups with us, when sadly one of them, Bella, passed away from cancer.

“Naturally, the whole episode resulted in terrible time for my wife and I and was also a bewildering experience for our remaining dog, Poppy,

If you, a friend or loved one are struggling to cope with the loss of a pet, there’s someone who understands just a phone call or email away.

You can call Blue Cross’s Pet Bereavement Support Service on 0800 096 6606, as many times as you need to. Lines are open 8.30am to 8.30pm every day, and calls are free from landlines and mobiles. You can find out more at bluecross.org.uk/pet-bereavement-and-pet-loss

who had only known life with her sister. You have been incredibly sensitive and compassionate regarding our loss, and this morning we have received a most wonderful condolence card from your team. Thank you to everyone for such fantastic service levels combined with a personal touch. It means so much.”

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Sanctuary event better than ever with Patron John Nettles looking forward to meeting fans National acting treasure John Nettles is the guest of honour at this year’s Mare and Foal Sanctuary Open Day – it’s biggest fundraising event of the year which is being held over an entire weekend for the first time.

The event - on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th July at the charity’s Coombe Park Visitor Centre near Totnes - will be bigger and better than ever and kicks off with a special day for horses and riders on Saturday, including fascinating talks and demos.

The charity’s Well Horse, Well Rider day will be a must for all horse lovers, with experts on hand to help with everything 8

from nutrition to tack issues, behaviour to worming.

There will be rider Pilates and a special Rider Relax multisensory pod, to help with all those aches, pains and stresses, as well as Sanctuary experts explaining how the charity cares for its rescued horses and ponies.

Patron John Nettles will be at the Family Fun Day on Sunday which will have something for everyone, including live music, great local food and drink and a raft of great entertainment.

From pony displays and dog agility to the adorable duck herding sheepdog trial, nature trails, the Coombe Park Bug Hunt, arts and crafts stalls, lots

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of taster sessions and a fun packed programme of activities for the little ones.

It really will be a weekend to remember.

John said: "There's always so much going on and it's a great way for the charity to show the wonderful things they do for the region's horses and ponies.

"The Sanctuary is very close to my heart and it's lovely to be able to help celebrate the biggest event in its calendar." n To find out more about the work of the Mare and Foal Sanctuary across the South West, which relies entirely on donations and legacy gifts, and to see the horses and ponies

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currently available for rehoming, visit the charity’s website at www.mareandfoal.org or call 01626 355969. And for more details of Well Horse, Well Rider and the Family Fun Day visit the Events Section of the website. www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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RomMEl’S RamBlINgS! Hi, my name is Rommel. I am 9 months old and owner of two hooooman servants Jennie & Paul. I also have two dog sisters Kora and Twiglet, as well as 4 chickens to play with.

Sure Pet Care To the Rescue!

For A Cat in a ‘FLAP’ What an exciting month I have had lording it over my Hoooman servants!

When I was little, Hoooman Jennie put a baby blue collar on me. She told me it was so I got used to the feeling of it around my neck. I didn’t mind wearing it at all and could hardly feel it as I am oh so fluffy! This was also so I got used to it working with a Cat door, which required a magnet on a collar for me to go in and out with ease.

But, this is what happened! A few months ago Hooman Jennie put on the collar with the magnet on me (Goodbye baby blue one). The magnet was mouse shaped and hung from my collar. I had to gets that little mouse and kill it! Unfortunately this obsession of mine to “gets the mouse” led me to getting my lower jaw stuck in the

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Rommel using the SureFlap Microchip Cat Flap Connect collar and I panicked! Lucky Jennie quickly came to my rescue and unclipped it which luckily had a special quick release. That same collar (made a bit smaller) and with that mouse on were put on me a few times, but only when I being watched by Jennie.

Again I just had to get that little mouse.

Results being, I am not allowed to wear a collar again!

The special catch on my cat door was taped down, so I could go in and out without the magnet, but Hoomans were not happy with this solution, they said any cat could come into the house through my door. I don’t think I would have allowed that, but never mind.

A lovely company called Sure Pet Care, www.surepetcare.com heard about our issue and sent me a brand new special door.

Hooman slave Jennie fitted the new door.

She said it was easy to install. My new super door works by reading my special microchip and allows me ins and outs, but no other animal can get in, unless they have their special microchip registered. And no collar or magnet mouse required!

The SureFlap Microchip Cat Flap Connect, is magic. It connects to the internet and Hooman servants have an app on their phones. This means they can see when I come in and go out. They can even lock my door remotely. I’m not so sure about this, having my freedom to the outside blocked.

You see Jennie goes away in a special house on wheels to dog shows, I would like to go too, as I loves that little house on wheels and often go in there and play whilst Hoomans are cleaning it and loading things. Now when Hooman Jennie is about to leave for a show, she locks my special door and leaves me in the house, this way she knows I’ve not snuck into “the little house on wheels”. She does let me out, once she’s hitched and pulled off the drive, all done by her mobile phone. It’s very clever and it’s all for me, Jennie says that’s because I am special.

She doesn’t need to tell me that as I already know!

Thank you to Sure Pet Care for my extra special door. Hoomans are so pleased with it and they can keep an eye on what I get up to. Their phones meow at them when I go in or out of my special portal (that’s what Jennie has named my door on the app). It then reads “Rommel has entered through the Portal”. Hoomans thinks that is amusing!!! They’ve even put a curfew on it, like I am teenager, my portal won’t let me out over night!

Must dash, I have butterflies to follow in the garden. By the way I loves toys, so if any of you want some toys testing let me know, I’ll try them out for you! n Rommel’s ramblings column is typed by his hoooman servant Jennie Westcott of The Animal Health Company www.animal-health.co.uk

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Pom Pom F7-8

Chip M10-11

Jeannie F8-9

Whiskey F4-5

Romeo M2-3

Tania F3-4

Harry M3

Ruben M2-3

Pom Pom will need access to a private garden to explore once settled, and a cat flap installed.

He enjoys gentle head strokes and playing with his favourite string toy.

A sweet, gentle girl who loves nothing more than calm strokes from her people friends.

Sweet and friendly girl, once she gets to know you will ask for lots of strokes and attention.

He has a distinct meow and likes to use it - you will hear him before you see him!

Requires her own garden and cat flap with plenty of space for her to patrol her territory.

He is looking for a calm and settled home with no other pets, he likes lots of attention.

He gets up close and personal to ask for lots of strokes especially chin scratches!

Lord Meowington of Chilton M3-4

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Gizmo M5-6

Fluffy F16

Mollie F5

Roxy F8-9

I do have some quirky ways and I'm looking for an owner who is happy to learn all about me.

I'm an older lady looking for a leisurely retirement home, where I can do as I please!

A beautiful affectionate girl who loves nothing more than to curl up on a cosy lap and appreciate tings!

I am a very pretty little girl with a very sweet nature and a lot of love to give. I like nothing more than to have a fuss.

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Leeroy M6

Scrappy M12

I am suitable to live with a family with older children (13 yrs+) but not dogs.

I would ideally like to have someone who is home quite often as I am a VERY affectionate boy.

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Cookie Crumble F15

American Girl F6 mths

I am looking for a quieter home as I am partial to the odd nap every now and again.

I was found as a stray so not much is know about me.

He is an active and playful lad who loves nothing more than a good play followed by sunbathing!

Tzatziki M10-11

Millie F8-9

Basil M3-4

I am a cool kinda guy who likes to get involved in what's going on! I love being around my human friends.

I’m an independent lady but I do like to be stroked and fussed now and again and will sit on laps.

I enjoy spending time with people but I also need my own space sometimes.

Oddjob M8

Casper M

Gingernuts M3

Weeman M6

I could make a good friend… in my own way. Your secrets would be safe with me!

As I need to be an indoor only cat I will need lots of things to keep me entertained.

I have not lived with another cat before but may be able to make friends with the right cat in a home.

Hii thereeee! Have you seen my chubby cheeks? They were made for squishing!

I am VERY affectionate!!!

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Boycie M11

Toby M

Bisto M10 mths

Lyla F2

Bertie M8

Taylor F6

May F

Edgar M5

He is looking for a quiet home with no other pets or young children.

Looking to join a home without other cats so he can enjoy his days after years spent unhappily living in a house with far to many cats.

This cheeky chap is looking for an outdoor home with plenty of space.

He is lots of fun and will make a lovely addition.

Looking for a quiet home with no children or other pets.

He is a very sociable cat who likes to interact with people on his terms.

Bertie loves to play and explore!

Taylor is a sweet girl, looking for a quiet home with no children and other pets. Will make a lovely companion.

She would love a home with plenty of outside space to enjoy exploring.

An independent cat who is used to a free roaming lifestyle.

He would love a home with plenty of space where he can come and go as he pleases.

Colchester Cat Rescue

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Harmony F3

Bernie M2

Twinkle F9

Halle F2

Harry M2-3

Cleo F4

Freya F6

Lulu F6

She can give you a swipe when she's had enough of you stroking her.

We are after a home with no other pets and we think he would be ok with older sensible, quiet children.

She is a real character and she deserves a stable loving quiet home with no other pets or children.

She is very nervous and she will have to be the only pet in a quiet adult home.

Harry would love an understanding home with no or older children so he can chill out and watch the world go by!

Cleo loves a fuss and would be very grateful for a second chance of a loving home.

She will need an understanding home that will help her continue her weight loss journey to improve her life!

She enjoys cuddles, but is more comfortable when it is on her own terms.

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Toby M1

Mae F3

Penny F10 mths

Smokey F2

Alf M3

Max M6

I would like a home with lots of toys and comfy spots! I would also love for someone to continue my basic training with me!

I am a very bouncy, very playful girl! I love to play and taught myself how to fetch!

As I am very fussy, I would love a family that will work with me to build up my basic manners.

I am a friendly girl that loves attetion and affection- I also lovemy toys and treats!

A family that will offer me unconditional love and show me what real security is for the first time in my life.

I would like a family home to settle down in, I've had a hard life and think it's about time someone took me home.

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Poppy F5

Rachel F8 wks

Caitlin F8 wks

Catherine F8 wks

Lulu F1-2

Lassie F8

Daisy F5-7

Dustin M2-5

A clever girl who already knows sit, down and paw some food motivation will definitely be great to teach her new things!

Rachel will need help settling in and some training, she will need someone at home most of the day for this.

Caitlin will need help settling in to her new home and help with toilet training, she will need someone at home most of the day.

She will need someone at home most of the day to help with her toilet and basic training.

Lulu is such a sweet girl who loves both people and dogs. She does have a cheeky side but in an adorable way.

She enjoys the company of other dogs & likes a game of fetch with a ball.

Daisy loves a cuddle & will happily lie on her back while someone tickles her tummy & behind her ears.

A fun-loving, active boy who gets along well with people & other dogs. He sometimes forgets his size when he leans in for cuddles!

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Harley M13-14

Roxy F7

Barney M8

Juno F6

Benson M10

Eddie M8

Samara F4

Barry M5

I may be an older gent but age is just a number to me; I am still quite active and love playing with tennis balls!

I'm still pretty active so you will need to be able to provide me with plenty of exercise. I could maybe live with a cat.

I walk fairly well on the lead but I am quite keen and can be very enthusiastic so occasionally need reminding!

I am a very energetic little terrier who enjoys meeting every person I come across! I love exploring!

Bouncy is a good way to describe me and one of the reasons why I need to live with children over 12 years old.

I am also full of energy and I’m looking for an active home where I can go out exploring with my new owners.

I am a shy girl who enjoys a gentle fuss once I know you. I walk nicely on lead and don’t need a lot of exercise.

I am a happy, friendly greyhound looking for my forever home.

I walk nicely on the lead and don’t need a lot of exercise.

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Brutus M3

Harp M1-2

Luna F7

Cleo F2

Brandy F1

Rolo F2

Akamura M

Bell F1-2

Brutus is a very BIG, strong and playful boy who loves attention. Brutus can be very vocal when on his own or in busy environments.

He loves company and can become bored easily if not given enough stimulation.

Luna is full of fun and has so much love to give. She will certainly make you laugh and keep you company!

Cleo is a jumper and has been known to leap almost as high as the previous owners 6-foot fence.

She is very full on so would be better suited to a home without young children.

So she will require some house training.

She lacks basic training and can be quite scatty on the lead.

He is friendly towards dogs he meets, but may be a bit too full on for small breeds.

She will need an owner who can dedicate time to training and socialising.

Blue Cross

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Connie F2-3

Wallace M3

Luther M8-9

Otto M1

Patch M2

Angel F11

Lucy F2-3

Mimi F1-2

Connie does like to be with people so an owner that is around most of the time would be best for her.

I wouldn’t mind sharing my new home with another dog; it would need to be calm and laid back though.

I am a clever, active guy! I enjoy the quiet life in company of my good friends, going for long walks in the countryside and relaxing at home.

I am a friendly chap especially with my friends but I can be a little nervous of unfamiliar people and dogs.

I would be best suited as the only pet, but I have lots of love to give which more than makes up for it!

Looking for a quiet retirement home, where she can rest her dainty paws. She is a very sweet girl and loves to snuggle up on the sofa.

Lucy would like to go to a home where she would be the only animal in the home.

I'm looking for an experienced, relaxed owner who wants an energetic and exuberant companion.

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WOMEN PIONEERS IN ANIMAL WELFARE Dame Olga Uvarov DSc HonCBiol FRCVS (1910-2001)

THE ORPHAN

who fled the Bolshevicks and went on to become a pioneer in the field of animal welfare She was given a Red Cross label marked ‘Orphan No 7’ to hang round her neck, and was told to pack a basket with a change of clothes…

In the second of a series highlighting some of the dedicated women who have worked tirelessly to improve animal welfare, we feature Dame Olga Uvarov who was the first female president of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) and who served on the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) Council from 1983-1986, becoming Vice-President from 1986-1992.

Olga Uvarov was born in Russia in 1910 to a prosperous family. Her parents, Nikolas and Elena, as well as her three brothers perished in the Revolution of 1917, when she was a young girl. She survived the typhoid epidemic which was sweeping the country at the time and was rescued and brought to England by her uncle, Sir Boris Uvarov. Malnourished and suffering from malaria, she arrived in London in 1923.

Olga’s interest in science was sparked by her uncle, who was an entomologist working at the Imperial Bureau of Entomology in London. After schooling, she entered the Royal Veterinary College, London, in 1930 and qualified in 1934, having also won the college’s bronze medals for Histology and Physiology. This was an incredible achievement for a woman with Russian as a first language at a time when women students were rare there were only thirty-five registered women veterinarians in 1934. Initially, Olga worked in mixed practice before running her own veterinary practice which she purchased in 1944. She went on to rise to the highest level in her profession, being voted President of the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons in 1976-1977 (the first female president of the RCVS). She worked for many years in the pharmaceutical www.rescueandanimalcare.com

industry and was keenly interested in animal welfare and the ethics of animal use. She served on UFAW's Council from 1983-1986, was elected an Honorary Life Member of the charity, and became Vice-President from 1986-1992. During this time, UFAW was instrumental in advancing animal welfare for companion, wild, zoo, farm and laboratory animals - you can read more about UFAW’s history here (www.ufaw.org.uk/about-ufaw/highlights-from-ufawas-history). In her later years, Olga was much in demand as a member of parliamentary and other committees concerned with veterinary matters, and as a speaker at international veterinary symposia. She also wrote over 40 scientific papers on veterinary pharmacology and therapeutics. Dame Olga died aged 91 at her home in Middlesex on the 29th of August 2001. She is remembered fondly by UFAW for her sharp intellect and her long and very loyal support. Dame Olga not only made a real and lasting impact in animal welfare, but also led the way for the generations of women scientists and veterinarians to come. Examples include Dr Rebecca Meagher who won UFAW’s Young Animal Welfare Scientist of the Year award in 2018 for her outstanding contribution to animal welfare, Dr Rachel Tanner, who was awarded a 3Rs Liaison Group Studentship in 2012 to carry out a project concerned with a vaccine for cattle TB and Professor Georgia Mason who was awarded a UFAW 3Rs award for her study into the welfare of laboratory primates and indicators of poor welfare.

Thanks to women like Dame Olga and also to the support of people who share the charity’s concern for the welfare of animals, UFAW has already made a real and lasting difference to millions of animals – from the mouse to the elephant.

Over the last 90 years UFAW has led the way in using science to bring about lasting change.

Despite substantial achievements, outside the scientific and academic/ veterinary community, relatively few people are aware that the charity has been hard at work for nearly a century. In its first few years, it championed the use of humane perfumes, free from animal products such as musk or civet, and joined a committee set up by the British Board of Film Censors to scrutinise the welfare of animals used in films. More recently UFAW’s work has included research on better welfare assessment and the development of an information resource for prospective pet owners on genetic welfare problems of companion animals, with many dog and cat breeds included. UFAW’s history is the history of science in the service of animal welfare. The charity’s rational approach has made a tremendous difference to millions of animals all around the world from the smallest mouse to an Indian elephant – all made possible by the work of women like Dame Olga and the support of members and donors. Please help us to continue this legacy by making a donation to UFAW. Large or small, your donation means a great deal to the lives of many animals and is vital in helping us continue - you can make a donation or become a member here (https://www.ufaw.org.uk/support/s upporting-ufaw). Thank you.

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Clever Dog

By Juliet Abrahamson

My dog has a very cute way of making me understand that he would very much like a treat. He sits on his hind-legs and looks up at me pathetically then he sticks his tongue out a few times and makes a little noise. I think he is super-intelligent.

Actually he just knows how to press my buttons and often gets his reward for doing so. I swear that once he even said “sausages”, but since he never did it again and no-one else heard him it doesn’t count for much.

“Intelligent dog!”

It is true that all dogs have some level of intelligence–some more than others depending on the breed – and that man’s best friend does his or her best to get in our good books. Many dogs understand a lot of words or commands, and dogs have been trained and bred over hundreds of years to assist humans in many ways: to hunt, to fish, to herd animals, to track scents, and to

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be guide dogs or working dogs as well as to be companions. So a dog that can be easily trained to excel in these skills, has good concentration and likes working, is loyal and friendly and talkative is perceived to be an intelligent dog.

As well as being man’s best friend, the dog is able to be a support animal in everincreasing fields. I find it amazing that some dogs can detect cancer and other illnesses with their sense of smell, and the fact that dogs have been used to protect an owner who has a disability such as epilepsy.

In this country dogs are used by over 7,000 disabled people to help them: hearing dogs, guide dogs, assistance with mobility, children with autism or people with severe depression. The list is ever-increasing.

Specialist dogs for these kinds of disabilities are trained by professionals, but do you know that if your dog has the right temperament he or she could become a Pets as Therapy (PAT dog)? Dogs (or cats) can be assessed by this wonderful scheme to enable you to visit care homes or hospitals, special needs schools or hos-

pices in order to give companionship and improve the lives of people.

The Smart List There are certain breeds of dogs that are the most intelligent, or the best for a certain purpose. Highest on a list is the border collie who is excellent at herding and is used extensively by farmers, but also is extremely agile and very enthusiastic about learning.

But they are also family dogs, and if given enough to do and think about can be brilliant in an environment that has children.

Second place on the smartest dog list is the poodle, which surprisingly was once used to find and fetch water. Poodles are energetic, bright little dogs that can easily be trained. The third dog on the list is the German Shepherd dog as they are also easy to train being very loyal and hard-working.

German Shepherds are often used as guard dogs or police dogs, but they are also wonderful as family dogs and very protective of children.

The favourite Golden Retriever is next in the intelligence stakes, and are easily trained to be rescue dogs, or seeing eye dogs because they are devoted to their owners. The Doberman, fifth on the list, matches the Retrievers’ ability for training, and are used as police dogs or guard dogs

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as they also have amazing strength and speed.

Sixth on the intelligent list is the Shetland Sheepdog, and seventh the family-friendly Labrador, with one of the smallest dogs, the happy little Papillon, being eighth. The scenting ability of the Bloodhound gives it the ninth place, and the hard-working Rottweiler comes tenth.

Training the smart dog All these dogs can be recognized as being animals that respond to training, but even if your dog is not one of these he will most certainly have trainable traits that you can develop. We all try to get our dogs to sit, give a paw, lie down, or fetch on command, and so long as we’re willing to be patient, to give plenty of treats, and to recognize which tricks or abilities your dog masters more easily, your dog will reward you because he loves you and wants to please. Or you give him a reward or a ‘good boy’ which makes him want to please you more.

Dogs see their owners as the ‘boss’ who is the pack-leader and must be obeyed. We don’t growl or bark, but they learn through

repetition of words and actions what we want from them. When you first start teaching your dog, you may need a pocketful of treats to reinforce your message, or you may find it useful to attend dog-training classes to get ideas and help in training your pup.

It is a lot of fun to teach a dog new tricks, and agility training can be a brilliant way to expand your dog’s repertoire if you are looking for new ways to increase his or her abilities. Agility training is a sport that entails negotiating an obstacle course including weave poles, a dog walk, jumps, a table where a dog pauses, a tunnel, tire jump and a teeterboard. But home training can be made from all kinds of obstacles – a low bench to jump or to walk along, and an agility tunnel to run through.

All of this can be great fun for a smart and happy dog that loves his owner – why not give it a go!

Mayhew combats mental illness with dog therapy At Mayhew, we know that the companionship offered by an animal or pet goes a long way in reducing anxiety and stress, and boosting mood During Mental Health Awareness Week and all year round, our TheraPaws initiative raises awareness of the positive effects that interactions with a dog can have on a person, and promotes a two way process of respect and compassion between animals and humans.

Spending time with a dog is known to: • Improve general wellbeing • Invoke a sense of safety and security, and • Offer reassurance to those struggling with their mental health and related conditions These are all benefits that our TheraPaws volunteers see first-hand during our ongoing visits to multiple venues in London.

At the Lavender Walk, an acute inpatient mental health ward for adolescents, Francesca and her Portuguese Water Dog Tilly have been visiting young people for almost two months. Their presence has already had a positive impact on the teenagers, with patients saying: “Tilly helps me because you just can’t be upset around dogs.”

– Amber*, 13 “Tilly being here forces you to live in the moment and forget your sadness.” – Jake*, 16 “We wish Tilly could come in every day.” - Milly*, 15 www.rescueandanimalcare.com

TheraPaws volunteers also visit numerous other mental health care units and service providers across London, including the St Mungo’s Rapid Assessment Hub, St John’s Hospice, Chelsea & Westminster Hospital, and the Stacey Street Nursing Home.

At St John’s Hospice, one Tilly with teenager patients’ mental health has seen a poignant difference from TheraPaws volunteer Hugo the Havanese. Even though she now lays comatose from an unrelated illness, the staff still ask for Hugo to sit by her bed. They are convinced that she knows Hugo is there and will be comforted by his presence.

Currently, we have just over 60 teams of TheraPaws volunteers and their dogs, spreading happiness and comfort across 14 London boroughs. Regular visits from a therapy dog make a real difference to those suffering from loneliness, isolation and mental health problems, and we are determined to continue helping as many people as we can.

Go to https://themayhew.org/therapaws/ to find out more about the type of locations we visit and request a TheraPaws visit of your own. *all names have been changed to protect patient anonymity n To find out more about Mayhew’s work, visit www.themayhew.org RESCUE AND ANIMAL CARE 28 MAY – 28 JUNE 2019

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Have fun while

for the BCTGB Like all animal welfare charities your support is vital as we receive no local or central government funding so thank you for any support you are able to offer.

Support Us Online We have a number of fundraising opportunities through our website. Links on the Home page take you to Buy At and Affinity Shopper where any purchases you make attract commission for the Trust at no cost to you. Do remember to access the hundreds of online stores through these links to ensure we receive commission every time you shop online.

In addition our Business Supporters page has details of particular companies that provide goods, services or support for Border Collie Trust and again some offer commission which helps unwanted collies, please do take a look at this page.

Fundraise We have a growing band of willing volunteers who do really valuable work promoting the Trust and raising funds, we are asked to attend so many events especially during the summer months that sometimes we have to reluctantly turn events down. If you could help, even just once a year, you could make a real difference to the collies that need a help and have lots of fun doing so. Please contact us to discuss further.

Of course there are always the traditional ways to support our work

Join the Border Collie Support Scheme As well as the satisfaction of knowing you are contributing monthly to the welfare of the many dogs in the trust's care, you will also receive a copy of Border Collie World.

You can donate regularly online by Direct Debit or standing order.

Sponsor a Dog There are several dogs currently in the trusts care who for one reason or another, cannot be re- homed, these are very special dogs. You can sponsor one of the special dogs by donate regularly online by Direct Debit or standing order.

A Donation Donate online using links Secure Sites. You can donate on a regular basis by Direct Debit or make a one off donation using Just Giving. In addition, with Just Giving you can attract online sponsorship for any fundraising events you may hold. If you send a cheque and you are a tax payer

please complete a Gift Aid declaration - this allows us to reclaim the tax you have paid on that and any future donations.

We are always delighted to receive money donations, but also pleased to receive donations of articles such as toys for the dogs, blankets, food, collars and lead's, etc.

Leaving a legacy The Trust receives requests from time to time on how it may be included in a Will.

This is a very emotive subject that is best discussed with family and appropriate legal representatives, however a file is available for you to download from our website.

Subscribe to Border Collie World Don't miss out on all the news from B.C.T.(G.B), plus informative and entertaining articles, news on special events, readers Letters, Dogs for rehoming, success stories, and much, much more! Published four times a year.

If you would like to know more telephone the office on 01889 577058 or email us info@bordercollietrustgb.org.ukwww.bordercollietrustgb.org.uk

Our Clever Collies If you’re an Owner of a Border Collie you already know you have a Very Special, Intelligent, sensitive Dog! When you take one of these amazing creatures under your wing you need to know the complexities of this eager to please and quick to learn animal.

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year and is a great place to start your search.

When Ben Wilkes adopted a dog from a rescue charity in 1996, he didn’t realise that he was taking on more than a border collie in need of a home, he was about to embark on a new career!

A year later the Rescue Centre purchased its own kennels thanks to a substantial bequest, but it also needed smaller donations so Ben duly arrived with a car load of useful items - and left with a

volunteer application form.

After spending many a happy hour walking dogs and helping out at shows, he was invited to become a trustee of the registered charity. In 2002 he retired from the Police and with newfound spare time helped with a few hours in the office, rapidly increasing his involvement to the point in 2004 when he and wife Sue moved onsite - all from simply taking on a dog.

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New pup?

National pet charity Blue Cross, a leader in pet advice, has produced ‘Puppy Knowhow’, an essential tool for owners or prospective owners of new puppies. The free subscription service offers in-depth, vetapproved puppy advice and training tips based on the age of the dog up to one-year-old.

Advice is emailed directly to the owner every month, to guide owners throughout the first year of their beloved new pal’s journey.

The first year of puppyhood can be challenging, especially for those who have not owned a dog before. Through the new monthly email service Blue Cross behaviour and veterinary experts will offer advice, training tips and guidance to help the puppy’s growth into adulthood as stress free and

Blue Cross experts help owners through the first year

fun as possible for both puppy and owner.

A spokesperson at Blue Cross, said: “We know getting a new puppy can sometimes be hard work and we see many being given up for rehoming under a year old. It helps when there is someone there to shine a light on what your new puppy needs depending on their age. Blue Cross is proud to offer its wealth of experience in animal welfare to owners and help them through this journey, making sure both puppy and owner have an enjoyable and enriched first year.”

The first year of a puppy’s life is very important in moulding the type of dog they’ll be in adulthood. Learning good, polite behaviours through early positive-reinforcement training, as well as reducing fear of new

situations in the first few months can help develop a puppy into a very happy, well-behaved and well-rounded adult.

The subscription works by owners entering the details of their dog via the Blue Cross webpage including the puppy’s age bracket and they then will receive tailored email advice about puppies of that age. Blue

Cross aims to equip owners with information and tips to make sure they have a positive and rewarding relationship with their pups. n For more information on Puppy Knowhow and to sign up for your tailored puppy advice visit www.bluecross.org.uk/puppyknowhow

Health is the most important fact of life!

What do you feed your dog? (and why?)

For nutrition advice call 01728 604475

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‘Photizo to the Rescue’ Initiative Shines a Light with Kratu – the ‘Rescue Dog’ and Cuan Wildlife Rescue As the face of ‘Photizo to the Rescue’, Kratu, ‘the Rescue Dog’ is also an ambassador for Photizo’s Vetcare.

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relaunch of ‘Photizo to the Rescue’ allows re-conditioned devices to be exclusively available for animal rescues across the UK whilst reducing Photizo’s impact on the environment.

Through the scheme the Vetcare has already made a positive impact to a host of charities and not for profit organisations including London based All Dogs Matter, Dogs on the Streets, Cinque Ports Rescue, K9 Holistic Rescue, Wolf Dog Rescue and many more.

Kratu was a pup living on the streets in Romania Tess Eagle-Swan adopted him. He needed plenty of time and patience, but Tess discovered his natural flair for Agility, which has helped re-habilitate him, not least being a fun activity for them both to enjoy.

His sensational performance at Crufts 2018 went viral turning the once underdog into a superdog overnight. Proving how these dogs can make the best pets, Kratu was awarded an Ambassadorial role for Romanian rescues.

Kratu benefits from Photizo Vetcare as a key part of his healthcare routine. Tess Eagle-Swan explained: “I’m so grateful to Photizo Vetcare as it ensures Kratu’s passion for Agility does not compromise him physically as a big dog. I want to keep his Agility up as he loves it, whilst flying the flag for all rescue dogs.”

The latest rescue to benefit from a reconditioned Vetcare device is registered charity Cuan Wildlife in Shropshire. Cuan takes in over 2,500 sick, injured or orphaned wild animals and birds annually.

Nursing them back to health, great emphasis is placed on releasing them back into the wild. This means back to the area from where they came, where they may have a mate waiting, or where, at least, they

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will be familiar with their territory or hunting ground.

When a swan came into Cuan’s care after flying into power-lines, Cuan’s vet, Barbara Jones (BVMed, VetMFHom, MRCVS), from the Oswestry based Oakwood practice, recommended using Photizo Vetcare on this swan’s wounds.

Cuan Wildlife’s General Manager, Anna Nicholls, explained: “Unfortunately we get at least two cases a year of a Swan that’s flown into power-lines.

Damage from the electrocution often includes paralysis of the wings. The muscles ‘droop’ and the birds cannot fly. It really is horrific.

Additionally the power-lines burn the flesh and create nasty wounds that sometimes do not heal at all. Heartbreakingly we can’t always save swans after this type of trauma.

In the case of the swan that came in last December, his wounds were serious, and were de-generating very quickly.

It was the first time we’d used Photizo, so I had no idea what to expect. We used Oakwood’s Vetcare unit three times weekly for three weeks in total.

Amazingly in only the first week the healing was visible and we could see there was hope for this swan.

I was more than impressed with the dramatic difference Vetcare made so quickly. I called Danetre Health Photizo’s UK

distributor to tell them how happy we were to be able to save the swan, and I wanted to buy one for our centre.

I learnt about the ‘Photizo to the Rescue’ initiative where re-conditioned units are being offered with considerable discount to UK based charities and not for profit organisations. Its no surprise we’re thrilled to have a Vetcare on board for on-going rehabilitation of Shropshire’s wildlife.

We take in around 900 hedgehogs a year, the latest was suffering with a virus, very underweight and sick, yet with Photizo’s help we release him back in only 24 hours, he’d improved so quickly.”

To promote sustainability and provide a supply of re-conditioned units, Photizo has launched a ‘trade in offer’ to its regular practitioners.

Ruth Milner, Director of Danetre Health, Photizo’s sole UK distributor, explained: “We’re giving animal practitioners that might need a new battery or repair an option to trade in their well-loved Photizo that’s over three years old for £50 discount on a brand new device. We’re committed to help reduce impact on the environment. We recycle as much as we can and dispose of parts at end of life as ethically as possible. If you’re thinking of upgrading your ‘go to’ Photizo we’d love to find it a forever a home with an animal rescue as part of our re-launch of our ‘Photizo to the Rescue’ campaign for 2019”.

Since its launch in 2013 the Vetcare’s popularity has grown as a non-invasive pocket sized treatment tool that promotes natural healing for a host of musculoskeletal conditions, atopic skin issues as well as accelerating wound healing.

Combining years of research with the latest LED technology, Photizo delivers modern Phototherapy with pulsed and continuous red and near-infrared light in 30-second pre-programmed doses.

LEDs have an incredibly long life (up to 75,000hrs), which means these little LED machines keep going for many years. n For more information visit www.danetrehealthproducts.com please contact us on info@danetrehealthproducts.com or give our team a call on 01327 310909. www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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Paw Prints Dog Rescue www.pawprintsdogrescue.org

Are delighted to sponsor the Rescue Centres Re-Homing pictures on this Page Tel: 01952 245330

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Rusty M10 mths

Dexter M

I’m new round these parts so I am under assessment. I’m cute though hey!

I adore people of all ages and sizes.

I’m not as keen on other dogs.

Timmy M6 mths

Sheridan F6

Arlo M1-2

Moose M1-2

I have just arrived at Pawprints Dog Rescue and once settled in, I will be back to introduce myself.

I have just arrived at Pawprints Dog Rescue and once settled in, I will be back to introduce myself.

I am very young and keen to learn and would benefit from going to training classes.

I have just arrived at Pawprints Dog Rescue and once settled in, I will be back to introduce myself.

Boo & Sully F&M8

Peggy F12

Weasley M3

We would love to be rehomed together we are lovely and friendly.

I am in my senior years so am not looking at running any marathons but i do still enjoy being out and about.

At the moment, I am very nervous about everything apart from other dogs, and enjoy playing with them.

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Kate F9

Squeak F7

Bambi F2

Candy F6

Lola F3

Harry M6

Her new owner needs to be patient and a quiet home would be best.

Squeak is a timid girl who suffers with separation anxiety.

She would benefit from a home in the countryside and being the only pet.

She is a big softy who loves being with people and going for walks.

She would prefer an active home with no other animals or children.

Harry loves playing football, his toys, cuddles and walks.

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Glen M4

Ziggy M3

Matty M5

Holly F9

Monarch M2

Eric M7-8

Amber F6 & Alfie M5

Ideally he is looking for a quite home, to be the only dog.

Ziggy loves nothing more than going out on long walks.

Loves nothing more than sitting on your knee for cuddles!

She would like a good outdoor space to explore.

He takes a while to get to know you .

A really friendly laid back cat who will love a comfy bed.

Amber and her son Alfie are lovely friendly bunnies who are looking for a home where they can stay together.

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Midnight F1

Bailey F1

Max M1

Rolo M1

Nala F3

Bella F1

Clyde M4

Comet M3

She does get upset if she is left alone and will need an owner to spend time with her.

Loving when around people that she knows and loves getting cuddles.

He has lots of energy and will need plenty of exercise to stop him getting frustrated.

He is a fun loving wee boy who loves his toys, especially his soft squeaky toys.

She would enjoy Flyball, Agility or Canicross. Loves her tennis balls.

She loves chasing a ball, or in a quieter moments she enjoys a tasty stuffed Kong.

Very energetic and loves to be on the go, he enjoys getting out for long walks.

He is very loving around people he knows, enjoys his ears scratched.

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Bear M2-3

Betsy F9 mths

Bronson M1-2

Toby M4

Bear is a very intelligent boy, who already knows Sit, Down, Paw, Spin and On your bed.

She is very clever girl and will need to attend training classes to help her learn basic skills.

Bronson will make a fantastic, active and loving addition to the family.

Loves to play with toys but he does tend to run off with the toys during playtime.

Patty F9 Very intelligent girl with lots of energy, so new owners will need to keep her mind active with some activity toys.

Ace M6 He is a happy go-lucky boy who likes to explore his new environment in his own time.

Chase M2-3

Annie F1-2

Enjoys playing with Annie loves going out for her walks and his toys and will quite will happily sit still happily entertain and wait patiently for himself with them. you to put her He will throw harness on. them around.

Wellington M10

Spacey F8

Suffers with separa- Spacey loves to play tion anxiety so needs with her squeaky toys new owners who and will happily bring would be around to it back to you! help him feel safe.

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Yana F2-3 Enjoys her zoomies and she will need a large, fully secure garden so she can enjoy running and playing.

Kano M3 He would enjoy regular walks and could benefit from extra games during the day.

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Helping the street animals of Kuwait UK Animal lover Tracey Taylor explains why she supports animal welfare in Kuwait “One of the reasons why I support Paws Kuwait is because they never give up on an animal, they fight for them and with them until the end – whether that’s on to recovery and a better home or across the rainbow bridge.”

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uwait is one of the richest countries in the world, and has a booming trade in pets, pet accessory stores, pet care centres and veterinary hospitals. For young people in Kuwait, acquiring pets to raise and take them out in public has become quite a trend, so many of these cats and dogs have been imported from abroad.* But life for the strays, the street animals in Kuwait, is beyond tough – it is unimaginable. Some of these strays were once pets, tossed out onto the street when their owners became bored with them, or they became sick and their owners could not afford to care for them. These street animals are vulnerable to starvation, disease, brutal attack, being poisoned or

Big Boy Bunny with his catnip toy – the only toy he’d ever had.

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shot or knocked down in traffic – and there are no laws to protect them. In Kuwait, which has been described as “an oasis of peace and safety amid an otherwise turbulent region” they walk a fine line between having to trust humans to beg food and shelter from the unrelenting heat or cold - and paying the penalty for being too trusting with abuse and torture.

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volunteer groups are always in need of financial support as they face crippling veterinary bills for an ever-flowing tide of abused, sick and injured animals, and feed bills to care for those currently in their care until new homes (ironically often overseas in the USA) can be found for them. As an Instagram user, I came across the work of some of these organisations quite by chance.

It was Big Boy Bunny who got me. His sad story was gut-wrenching. This poor cat faced a daily battle for survival as a street cat on a university campus – having to beg for scraps of food and what crumbs of comfort he could find. One day he was found sick, struggling to walk and clearly in distress. He was taken to Angels with Paw Prints Kuwait (APPKW) who rushed him to the vets. There, it was discovered that somebody had shot him in the chest.

APPKW did not give up on him and started a call for funds to be able to give Big Boy Bunny the treatment he so desperately needed, sharing regular updates on Instagram. Sadly, he lost his fight for life but I was touched that APPKW had done everything they possibly could to save him – a scabby, beat up cat who was unloved, unwanted with no home of his own. The sight of him at the vets, clutching a catnip toy – probably the only toy he’d ever had – pierced me to the core and I determined to help with donations whenever I could.

APPKW are a very small group of volunteers who have dedicated their lives to rescuing and saving homeless, unwanted, abandoned, neglected, and abused animals in Kuwait. Their group relies solely on donations to fund their mission to rescue.

Similarly, Paws-Kuwait is made up of a hard-working group of part-time local and expat volunteers committed to protecting animal welfare in Kuwait. PAWS’ aim in forming, in late 2003, was to open Kuwait’s first officially licensed shelter for injured, lost or abandoned animals. Until PAWS was established, nothing was being done to address the issue of stray, abandoned and injured animals in Kuwait in any organised way. The first phase of their shelter project opened in July 2005.

Instagram has been the perfect social media platform for these organisations – enabling them to give the street animals of Kuwait a voice. Some of them have survived, some of them have not – but their stories have been shared with followers from around the world. The level of abuse and cruelty some of these animals have experienced has been truly horrific and beyond comprehension. I was initially dubious about sending a donation overseas to an unknown organisation, but I could really see where the money was being spent and how those donations make a difference.

For those who would prefer not to send money, some of the organisations have set up accounts with local feed companies so you can send food direct and some, such as APPKW, have a GoFundMe page where people can donate and help to raise their profile by sharing their content.

Although there are many deserving charities here in the UK, I felt compelled to help the stray animals in Kuwait (and other parts of the world) where there are little or no laws to protect animals, and where I felt my donation had the greatest impact. I can’t afford to send a regular donation, but I donate when I can as every donation, no matter how small, makes a real difference.

Big Boy Bunny didn’t survive, but I know that my donation helped to ensure that he had a fighting chance in a veterinary hospital, rather than being left to die or put to sleep straight away because his potential road to recovery was just going to cost too much. n If you want to know more about how you can help the street animals in Kuwait, you can check out their Instagram pages: Paws Kuwait: @paws_kuwait : paypal pawskuwait@petlover.com Angels with Paw prints: @a.p.p.kw : paypal MyCatsDogsKuwait@gmail.com. APPKW also have a Gofund me page, https://www.gofundme.com/help-injured-sick-amp-homeless-animals-inkuwait Rescue.Adopt.Foster Kuwait: @raf.kw *Source: Kuwait News Agency (https://www.kuna.net.kw article of 18 Dec 2018) www.rescueandanimalcare.com

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Homeless kittens born in Iceland ‘bag for life’ When an unsuspecting homeowner opened up their garden shed recently, they were shocked to find a family of newborn kittens staring up from inside an old ‘bag for life’.

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he kittens were obviously only a few days old, and their mum was doing her best to look after them in the dark, cramped but sheltered space she had found.

Luckily for the young feline family, the homeowner rang Mayhew for advice, and our Animal Welfare Officers (AWOs) went straight out to help.

• We named the two-year-old stray mum Sweetpea, taking inspiration from the pea pattern on the bag for life.

• The kittens themselves – whom we named Pepper, Turnip, Swede, Tato and Pumpkin – were estimated to be just 10 days old, but all thankfully looked to be in good health.

• Sweetpea herself was also doing surprisingly well, and seemed friendly and curious – albeit a little stressed and worried.

Our AWOs carefully collected all the kittens

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and brought them and their Mum straight back to Mayhew, where our Vets performed a full health check on each of them.

Happily, no causes for concern were found, so we settled the family into a warm and cosy cat cabin to relax and recuperate – a far cry from the cold plastic bag where’d they’d spent the last fortnight.

Our Cattery staff kept a close eye on the new arrivals, and it wasn’t long before they finally felt safe and secure. With our support, Sweetpea quickly overcame her anxiety, and revealed herself to be a loving, playful and curious cat. As her kittens continued to grow and develop, she began to crave some extra special care and attention of her very own.

Once the kittens were old enough to feed and develop independently of their mother, Sweetpea was neutered and placed up for adoption, where she is currently waiting for the ‘rags to riches’ style happy ending she so well deserves.

The kittens – Pepper, Turnip, Swede, Tato and Pumpkin – are not yet old enough for new homes of their own, but they will undoubtedly be looking forward to following in their mum’s footsteps and finding new lives filled with love and luxuries very soon.

If you’d like to keep up to date with the kittens’ progress and find out if you’re a purr-fect match for them, you can sign up to our Adoption alerts https://themayhew.org/sign-up-for-cat-alerts/ n If you are interested in giving Sweetpea a new home, you can check out her profile https://themayhew.org/cats/sweetpea/ and call 020 8962 8000 for more information. To find out more about Mayhew’s work, visit www.themayhew.org

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New Start Cat Rescue

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Mabel F3

Tinkerbelle F6

Fred M

Missy F

Carly F1

Alfie M9

Collin M

Felix F5

She is super cuddly and is happy to share her castle with dogs and children. No cats in her new home.

She is very affectionate, giving nose kisses and patting you with her paw.

Fred is a friendly cat.

He's looking for a lovely new home without young children.

Everyone needs a little black cat in their lives. And we have the perfect black cat for you.

Carly can be quite shy but when she gets to know you she is a gentle purring princess.

He would love a home without any animals and can live with older children only.

He is best suited to a family with cat savvy children, or an adult home, he is the friendliest loving boy.

She would be happy with her forever home including older children but no other cats or dogs.

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Topcat M7-8

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Badger & Toothless F

Wilma F8-10

An affectionate pet, An absolutely adorable pair of sisters. Badger A beautiful girl who can be a little shy to he is a lapcat and is a proper bundle of mischief, always up to loves to sleep in cosy something. Toothless is a bit shy but getting begin with and so will need a quiet home. places in the house. better, she relies on her braver sister.

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Mavis F1-2

Milo M1

Lily F12

Bosley M3

Is young enough to settle in with a gentle, cat friendly dog.

He can be good with other cats although he needs slow gentle introductions.

She is mainly an indoor cat but does like to go out every now and then.

He is a lovely soft, loving boy who needs a home where he will have lots of attention.

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Sasha F14

Barney M6

Simba M10

Olly M13

Marlin M3-4

Kizzy F2

Jessie F15-16

Kicia F5

She is used to having lots of fields around her and loved being outside.

He is a lovely friendly boy who is very affectionate but he can be unpredictable.

With lots of time and patience for him to trust you, he should become friendlier.

He is a big beautiful boy who is very friendly and loves lots of attention.

He needs time to get to know you and he is friendly and lets us fuss him.

She is micro chipped and a home without children or dogs is best for her.

Needs a quiet and calm home with a garden, where she can do her own thing.

Hopefully she will calm down once she has settled into a new home.

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Welcoming Kitty Oh, a lovely tiny fluffy kitty in the house! The thought of it conjures up memories of kittens we grew up with, and a new one was a little like bringing a new baby home. While my advice now would probably not be to dress the kitten up and put her in the doll’s pram, or to try and make it play the piano, as we did when young, a kitten is a wonderful – if sometimes exhausting – addition to a home. Here are a few pet pointers.

By Juliet Abrahamson

Get ready!

Once you’ve decided to bring home a kitten, then it’s a good idea to get some basic supplies from your pet store or supermarket.

• You’ll need a bowl for water, and another, or a double bowl for food. We always found that our cats were happier with a mixture of dry and moist food. Don’t put down milk as it can cause an upset tummy, and cats are quite happy with water. Do get recommended kitten food for the first year or so of life in order that you provide good nutrition for a growing animal. Put a few little treats in your shopping basket too!

• A sturdy, good-sized plastic cat litter tray and some cat litter. Find a good place to put it: a utility room, or out of the way corner is ideal, and place it on some newspapers away from cat bowls.

• Cats like to sleep in all sorts of places, and rarely keep to

their own bed like a dog might, but it is a good idea to start with a comforting little kitten-bed for your new pet.

• You’ll also need a pet carrier to bring her home or to the vet, a grooming brush, and a scratching-post is a must if you want to try and protect your furniture. A few toys are great for the kitten to play with and to use to discourage clawing and biting you, and an adjustable collar with a tiny bell and ID tag (kittens will lose it at the first opportunity, but it is worth a try).

Bringing her home Check there are no dangers in your home: check doors to washing machine are closed, and remove plants that are poisonous or items that you don’t want damaged, and make sure the kitten can’t get outside.

A kitten should be allowed to sleep, which she will do a lot, and it might be a good idea to confine her to one room until she feels safe enough to explore the house further. She probably won’t eat straightaway, but can be shown to her food and water bowl.

Try to keep the excitement down so that the kitten isn’t frightened and can begin to adjust to the new place. Young children need to be shown how to handle and gently stroke her – how to pick up the kitty gently, and no grabbing or pulling tails allowed. Other pets you may have need to be introduced slowly and with care until everyone adjusts to the exciting new inhabitant.

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At Pettex we strive to provide you and your pet with market leading products that simply work e are one of the UK’s largest suppliers and manufacturers of pet products, with our vast and comprehensive range of cat litters, pond foods, beddings, gravels and more being found across the country. Our products can be found in pet stores nationwide; in small independent outlets and large retailers alike.

Established in 1959, Pettex is still to this day a family run business. Having started from humble beginnings working out of a small lock-up garage serving pet shops in the local vicinity we have grown to one of the largest suppliers of pet products in the UK. With its growth Pettex has become a leading and well-respected company within the UK pet trade. As well as serving Pet and Hardware Wholesalers, Garden Centres and the Veterinary Industry we also continue to supply Grocery Cash & Carry's and large multiple retailers.

Based in Hainault, Essex, where most of the manufacturing and warehousing is fulfilled, we have formed strong partnerships with other UK companies for the supply of our established products.

Also, with the ever-expanding global market Pettex has found itself importing more raw materials and products into the UK than ever before and are now working on a regular basis with companies in 9 different countries, across 3 continents.

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has 4 second generation members and 2 third generation members, are dedicated to the welfare of the animals they provide for and producing quality products for their owners. We strive to provide an excellent level of service for our customers, whether it is for Pettex own brands or any one of the many private labels that we currently produce.

Our experience in the pet sector is unrivalled and our knowledge is the tool which we use to keep producing and innovating the very best products available. Still to this day we manufacture and distribute the original Pettex Premium Bentonite Cat Litter, the brain child of Alan Cornell and Peter Bolton, the company’s founders. This product has remained a popular litter with consumers due to its high absorbency, economic value and above all cat contentment, with our famous blue and yellow bag continuing to be the number one branded bentonite on the shelves.

Over the years a shift in consumer behaviour and requirements has meant that new and pioneering litters have emerged on the market. Our Pampuss Wood Pellet Cat Litter is a fine example of this; naturally sourced and environmentally friendly it is made from 100% biodegradable residue wood material, that has been processed and pelletised. Superior dust extraction and a pine fresh aroma, to effectively tackle unpleasant odours, has thrust this sustainable litter to the number one selling branded wood pellet litter, both instore and online.

Both the Pettex Premium and the Pettex Pampuss are perfect for litter training a kitten or migrating an already trained cat from an old litter to a new one.

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individual, and will have their own unique ways, in general they will follow their natural instincts when it comes to using a litter tray. For a stress free and simple training programme we suggest that upon bringing you kitten home that you place the tray in a quiet or hard to reach part of your home.

When there is a peaceful time of the day take and set them in to the tray, laying their front paws forward and imitating a scratching motion on the litter. There is the possibility that your kitten could jump out of the tray at this stage, with a new sensation taking them by surprise.

Throughout the day settle them back in to the tray at times that they would normally use their new facility; mornings, after eating, playing or after a nap. It is good to remember that cats are private creatures, so turning around and leaving them to their business is advised.

Most cats will take to a new tray and litter, or migrating to a new litter, without any problems. However, if you do encounter an unfortunate incident it is important not to reprimand or punish your kitten, as this could have an adverse effect on the training process. Instead, after cleaning up the accident be sure to go back to the beginning, placing them back in to the tray until they become familiar with the procedure. If the accidents continue, you notice any diarrhoea or straining, have your kitten examined by a vet to rule out any possible medical problems. n For more information and to view the full range of Pettex products please visit www.pettex.co.uk. Tel: 020 8501 1033 Email: enquiries@pettex.co.uk

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Fish4Dogs leads the way on dog-friendly workplaces Fish4Dogs - which has one canine colleague to every four of its human workers - is supporting other workplaces in how to become dog-friendly with a free downloadable booklet to guide them through the process.

The premium pet food company, which is a keen supporter of Bring Your Dog To Work Day on 21 June, has between 11 and 20 dogs at its offices, near Drowich, Worcestershire, everyday throughout the year.

‘Canine Colleagues – Your guide to creating a dog-friendly workplace’ has been produced to share the benefit of its experiences, outlining the benefits of having dogs in the office and how to prepare and manage four-legged newcomers to the work environment.

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It has established the pastoral role of ‘Dog Mother’ to look after the needs of the office dogs and their owners, alongside workers without their pets in the workplace, to address any issues that may arise.

Jo Little, Head of Marketing, is one of the Dog Mothers, and has outlined her top tips for having happy dogs in the office.

These include establishing a ‘best practice’ framework and consulting staff in order to establish a considerate way of working.

“You can’t have dogs in an office environment and still work effectively without guidelines.

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“For the owners, it’s much nicer to be able to bring your dog to work but being a dog-friendly workplace also has benefits for the organisation as a whole. It’s great for teambuilding and morale, having the dogs there reduces stress and

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“Lucy’s Law” The law banning the sales of puppies and kittens comes into effect from the 6th April 2020. Animal rescue readers will undoubtedly welcome this change that prevents horrific abuse of dogs and cats by unscrupulous breeders and dealers.

By Mary Lloyd

The Changes At present puppies and kittens of all ages can be sold by pet shops and commercial dealers. Next year, puppies and kittens can only be sold directly from the breeder or sourced from a re-homing centre. The law is named after Lucy, a Cavalier King Charles spaniel who was bred on a puppy farm in Wales and died shortly after she was acquired by an unfortunate animal lover.

Puppy farms are so called because the bitches are bred far too young and far too frequently without adequate nutrition or healthcare. Often the puppies or kittens may have received no vaccinations and many are inbred and prone to inherited genetic diseases.

Personal Experience We had first hand experience of such a situation as it happens in Wales and yes, it was a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. When we lost our beloved Benson to heart disease we decided eventually that we could not live without one of these lovely companions. Unwisely, we went to a so called kennel in Angelsey that were advertising puppies for sale. When we got there, the puppies appeared to be no more than 4 to 6 weeks old and in a very poor state of health, We asked to see the mother and were horrified when we were taken to a cage at the back of a barn with 13 dogs in a tiny space.

“Sophie” as we called her did not even look like a King Charles. She was moth-eaten, thin, bedraggled and seriously disturbed. The owner went brought her out and we took her to the nearby paddock and she could barely walk. She was terrified of her own shadow and tried to hide in anything she could find. A bird flew out and frightened her and for one brief minute we caught a glance of just what this little dog was supposed to look like. We were so distressed we promptly parted with £200 and put her on the lead.

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held her all the way home and tied to comfort her but she was in a terrible state. When we got her home and placed her in the garden, we realised she was agrophobic. She had obviously never been out side. An apple fell off the tree and she instantly panicked and charged into the front door. For the next month, she lived behind the sofa. The only good news – she started to eat and drink.

After 2 weeks, we took her to the Vet. Thankfully he knew who we were and realised that we would never have abused any pet in such a terrible fashion. However, he agreed that we would report this “puppy farm” to the RSPCA and it was shortly closed down.

It took 3 years for Sophie to recover fully. Everyone asked us why on earth we had bought such a funny looking dog! In the end, she turned out to be the most beautiful little dog and everyone loved her and could barely comprehend how she had ever got into such a state in the first place. Let us all hope that Lucy and Sophie did not suffer in vein and both the mothers and the offspring are protected in the future. The change was long overdue.

Meanwhile, if you come across any such cases, please do not hesitate to call the RSPCA. They care deeply for the pets just as we do and no-one should ever be allowed to abuse living things in such a way. n For help or advice, please contact Bio-Life on 01608 686626 or visit www.biolife-international.co.uk

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Danaher Animal Home

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Blue 14928

Milan 14980

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Duncan 14905

I am full of character, smiley and handsome.

I will try and get on your lap if you’ll let me.

My owners sadly moved abroad and couldn’t take me.

I enjoy lots of fuss and attention.

I’m very sweet and love chasing my tail.

Maisie F8-9

Skye F20 mths

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Attenborough 14961 I would love a new home.

Suki 14890

I like counting how many laps I can do on my exercise wheel.

I’m very energetic but I’m also fond of a scratch behind my ears.

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Bobby M4

Rolo M3-4

Super-keen to meet everyone. He is playful, really enjoys his toys and is always happy for a fuss.

He is a lovely boy who likes his food and his toys and is good around other dogs.

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Tequilia F16

Solomon M6

She is good to catch and handle, finds it a little tricky to have her feet trimmed.

Solomon is now looking for a home as a non-ridden companion.

She’s a sweet and She is suitable to live affectionate girl who with older children, walks well on the and once settled lead. She’s not keen will make a great on some female dogs. family pet.

Perry F3

Morris M5

Looking for a home He is easy to care for with someone to help being able to live out build her confidence 24/7 or be stabled as she matures. if needed.

Maggie F

Styx F11

Mitzi F5

Tom M3

Looking for either an adult home for her or one with older children as she is not a cuddly bunny.

She is a shy, but sweet natured and friendly girl, who loves a fuss once she gets to know you.

This pretty girl is looking for a calm and quiet setting where she can enjoy her home comforts.

Would like a feline friend around who may well help out with rodent control then Tom is the cat!

Merlin M18

Maggie May F17

Leyland M5

Isobel F8

A lovely boy who needs a confident, quiet handler as he can get a bit anxious.

This lovely girl is now looking for a loving home as a nonridden companion.

Happy living out all year round, is only able to be turned out with geldings.

Would make a great pet for someone who wants a horse to love and pamper.

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Ben M1

Charlie M7 He is infatuated with his toys so needs to have all day access to these to keep him happy.

Fenton M5

Lady F4

Would benefit from At her happiest when having an owner with she is outside on her experience to show walks or just simply him the ropes in getting some doggy etiquette. human cuddles.

Jordan M9 & Colette F4

Tanya F2

Noir M9

They were quite a nervous pair when they arrived but they have soon settled into their environment during their first week here.They both enjoy their walks and love to jump up on your lap and settle down together. Jordan loves a good game of ball.

She is very energetic and loves to go on her walks.

He enjoys his walks, especially alongside female dogs. He is more relaxed and comes out of his shell with them.

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Ben needs somewhere he can get plenty of mental and physical exercise daily.

Looking for a large cage which will be big enough for him and his friends with lots of toys to keep his mind active.

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Roxanne F & Rocky M They will need to go to an indoor home and live in a cage as they would not cope in an Aviary.

Sparkle is a handsome fellow who quite happily sings to himself in the mirror.

Need a large indoor cage that has room for them to stretch their wings.

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Perthshire Abandoned Dogs Society

Are delighted to sponsor the Rescue Centres Re-Homing pictures on this Page Tel: 01952 245330

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Buddy M1

Roma F5

Malky M2

Dozer M4

Jimmy M5 mths

Olive F5 mths

Buddy is crate trained and can be left for 2-3 hours before he starts to become distressed.

Enjoys the company of other dogs and having another, more confident dog, in her new home could really help her.

As he is a stray he can not be re-homed to families with children under 12 years old.

Dozer has sensitive skin and requires hypo-allergenic food.

He is very friendly, so if you think he is the dog for you.

Jimmy is a tan and black cross bred dog. Looking for his forever home.

Olive is a tri-colour cross bred bitch looking for loving new owners.

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Angel F8

Presto M1

Luna F1

Paddy M9

Bru M1

Grace M2

Geri F1

Archie M5

She is absolutely adorable, very cute and well - behaved in the house.

Gets on well with other dogs and will need to go to a home with another dog to bond with and take reassurance from.

Would be best suited to a home with another dog as she does not like to be left on her own.

his only negative is that he can be a bit strong on the lead but is getting better with training.

Just an overgrown puppy he would benefit from some training and house rules.

She has massive potential but just requires guidance at this stage in her life. Experienced home required.

She needs an experienced home where she can adjust in her own time.

Needs to be the only cat, with no children or dogs.

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Timmy Tiptoes M2

Idris Elba M2-3

Joey Tribbiani M4

I love my music so ensure that radio is on and a lover of new adventures and travels so get my car seat fitted!

‘How you doin?’, ‘Joey Tribbiani’ here, a caring, loyal and sensitive soul who plays the joker part down to a tee.

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Busy Bee Zante M4 A typical Spaniel here! I get my paws into anything and do love to be out and about on walks.

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Oscar Wilde M6

Mr Tod M18 mths

I am seeking my very own Dorian Gray who I can love and cherish and recite my poetry to.

I love a good game, it can be with toys or just playing chase. It all helps me gain confidence and a bond with my new owner.

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Thomas the Tank Engine M3 I am always optimistic and do love my cuddles and play time so ensure we have lots to do, both mentally and physically.

I am happy being left for half of the day with a comfy sofa, but sometimes I do entertain myself.

Having the Beagle in me I think says it all … my intelligence is sky high and you will find me with my head in the bushes or hedgerows!

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Tina F2-3

Abu M2-3

Kuda M4

Champ M4-5

Flash M3-4

John M9 mths

Paris & Mica F7

There's nothing like Tina's greets in the morning when she's so excited to see you.

Abu doesn't cope well with busy environments and loud noises.

Looking for a home with lots of room for him to expend his energy.

If you're looking for a dog that will really win your heart, then look no further!

A truly wonderful lad who will be sure to forever keep a huge smile on your face!

Looking for a home where he can develop into a well rounded, steady adult.

They are very close sisters, and like to do everything together. They are looking for understanding owners that will help them slowly acclimatise to the outside world.

Jeffrey M4

Peanut M9 mths

Coco F8 mths

Delilah F1-2

Maggie F5-6

Duke M1-2

Harry M9 mths

Archie M9-10

Jeffrey enjoys his walks, sniffing and exploring!

Could potentially live with a steady but interactive older dog.

She loves her food, her toys and her friends.

She is very peopleorientated, and loves cuddling on the sofa.

She loves a squeaky toy and will happily play on her bed.

Would like to continue socialising with other dogs.

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The Pit Pony Sanctuary Help us turn Horses and Ponies Like this – Into This!

Lady a few days after rescue

Lady several weeks after rescue

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.

Visit www.pitponies.co.uk or call 01443 480327/ Emergency 07798584735

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Registered charity 1163829

We at French bulldog Saviours are here to help educate people on the French bulldog breed as well as rescue, rehabilitate and rehome dogs in need.

We are a self-funded charity and raise funds through fund raising and events throughout the UK. We rely on volunteers helping and supporting French bulldog Saviours as without you we couldn’t do what we do.

We believe that if a dog can live a good quality of life it should be allowed to regardless of cost. It doesn’t matter to us is there is an ocean between us, if we can help… we will.

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Where there’s A Will there’s a Way Forever Hounds Trust has been rescuing, caring for and homing greyhounds, lurchers and other sighthounds for over 22 years. When dogs come into our care, it represents the start of their second chance at life, after what is typically a traumatic start. These wonderful dogs desperately need our help, having been neglected, abused, abandoned or finished their career as a racing greyhound

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s well as the safety of our kennels, dogs are assessed, given emergency medical care, preventative treatments, dental care, and any behavioural support required, as well as neutering and micro-chipping. They are exercised and shown love and affection – often for the first time in their lives.

We rely on our supporters, the general public, Trusts and most importantly, legacies, to cover the substantial costs of caring for, healing and homing these beautiful hounds.

Legacy gifts are hugely valuable to us, significantly increasing the support we are able to give to more dogs in need and ensuring that we are here for the hounds for many years to come.

Previous gifts left to us in Wills have: • helped 10,000 dogs into loving homes • ensured a safe refuge in kennels or foster homes while dogs await their forever homes • provided essential vet care • kept our vans on the road to rescue dogs in desperate situations • provided lifetime expert behavioural support.

All this work is carried out by a small team of paid staff and a huge number of hardworking volunteers. At any one time, our charity is caring for approximately 55 dogs in kennels and experienced foster homes across England. Our kennel spaces are full 365 days a year and many of our rescued dogs will spend weeks, sometimes months, in kennels whilst they wait to be placed in their forever home.

Forever Hounds Trust’s Susan Kerry Bedell says: “It costs our charity on average £900 to fund every dog’s journey from rescue to loving family pet. Our kennelling facilities provide vital food, shelter and medical treatment, and the demand for us to take in dogs continues to grow. As we home more dogs, and take in more dogs in poorer condition, there has been a corresponding and ongoing increase in expenditure on veterinary treatment.

“We believe there is a sighthound for everyone and our experience means we are very successful in finding the right dog for the right home. Once in their forever homes, the dog’s new family receives ongoing support and advice from our qualified behaviourists, for the dog’s life”. Dogs like Trooper (pictured) are the reason Forever Hounds Trust exists.

Trooper was abandoned in an Irish pound just days after he had run his seventh race. He was emaciated, covered in pressure sores and terrified of humans. After being given time, care and medical treatments, Trooper was brought to the UK and into our care by Trooper our volunteers.

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He was very worried by the world; he would hide in his kennel, hoping we would leave him alone. To see his soulful eyes so full of fear was heart breaking.

With a gentle, hands-off approach and lots of kindness, he soon became inquisitive, and began to trust one person at a time until life became a little less scary. We moved him into one of our experienced foster homes where he gained confidence and started to enjoy going out for walks. He soon discovered where his treats were kept, and he learnt to play with toys, greet humans happily and sleep on the sofa. This great foster home gave Trooper the best tools possible to set him up for the future. We were fortunate that the perfect forever home came up for him quickly; a home experienced enough to help Trooper flourish, and give him all the love and space he needs.

To remember Forever Hounds Trust in your Will is to know you’ll be helping to give many more dogs like Trooper, the safe and happy future they so deserve. n If we can provide further support or advice, or if you have any questions, please contact us at legacy@foreverhoundstrust.org, or call us on 03000 125 125.

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If like me, not so long ago, the word ‘Will’ reminds you of your own mortality; a subject we don’t necessary dwell on, then read on…

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It’s a Staggering Statistic! legacies

The greatest number of are left to animal causes

wrote my will only a year ago, way into my 50th year and I know I should have done this sooner.

It wasn’t as bad as I thought. I made an appointment with a local solicitors and it was done and dusted in no time and I was so relieved. I rewarded myself with a café latte and then loads of vitamins in the pursuit of longevity!

There are so many charities, not just pet related that need funds to survive and they are all so important- so choosing which good cause you wish to leave a gift to is a tough choice.

You may be a pet owner, or animal lover.

You are passionate about animal welfare, research. You may have a rescued a pet from an Animal Charity and want to give them a gift in your will .

For animal charities to survive and continue their good work, they require funds to cover their daily running costs and to safeguard their futures.

Fundraising is often a tough task so

The Labrador Lifeline Trust is a charity dedicated to rescuing, rehoming and helping Labradors They are now in their Twenty first year of helping Labradors in need of new homes and their main priority is placing the right dog in the right home.

They cover the areas of Berkshire, Hampshire, Lincolnshire, Middlesex and Surrey

Registered charity number 1076061

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

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Legacies form one of the largest proportions of charitable income. Without these funds it is a constant struggle for charities to carry on. As an animal lover, leaving a legacy in your Will to your favourite animal charity shows how much you cared and appreciated their work, and will enable you to carry on helping after you have gone.

Leaving a legacy to an animal charity helps towards not only the day to day costs such as food, bedding, rescue and emergency veterinary care, but also education and development and you don’t have to leave a large amount to make a difference. It really does add up.

There are also tax advantages as giving to charity can reduce any liabilities for Inheritance Tax, although the charity must have an HM Revenue & Customs charity reference number. As every charity has its own dedicated charity number.

It must be used on all legal documents to ensure that your gift is going to end up at the right place. Always consult your legal adviser for specialist advice before making your Will or legacy.

Abandoned, homeless and mistreated animals have to rely on the love and care of sanctuaries and rehoming centres

run by charitable trusts to look after them in their time of need. And those organisations rely on us. You may even have a pet of your own which may be left behind after you have gone and you might want to nominate a specific charity to take care of it for you. Some charities can help in this way, but check first.

The extraordinary work of our amazing charities can only be done with adequate funding which, sadly, is often lacking.

Leaving a legacy in a Will is a wonderful way of helping to carry on with this caring and much needed work.

If your Will has already been made, it is very simple to add a charitable bequest, or codicil, at a later date.

Helping Raise Money For Animal Charities with Your own Event!

Many charities hold great events, and open days where you and your family can have a brilliant day out! Voluntary donations, buying a cake, entering a raffle or buying merchandise during your visit really does make a difference.

You can also go online and see a vast range of fantastic products for pets and their owners.

Why not hold your own event and raise

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funds for your chosen charity? For example, a second hand stall at the village fair or perhaps you could have a Gin and Tonic Party (I like the sound of that one!) Tea and scones in your garden sounds a good plan.

Or a garage sale, BBQ or picnic and help raise some money at the same time.

There are so many ideas when you put your thinking cap on! You will find that many animal charities have some very enjoyable fund raising ideas where you can invite your friends around for cocktails, coffee and homemade cake. Take a look at their websites for more ideas.

You could volunteer at your local rescue centre. Ask them how you can help. You could truly make such a difference!

Greyhounds in Need We are an English registered charity founded in 1998. The charity has grown considerably since then and our concern, as always, continues to be the plight of greyhounds everywhere, and especially the Spanish bred greyhounds, the galgos Since starting this work we have rescued and found homes for several thousand dogs with the help of many Spanish volunteers who carry out primary rescue work, and the homing groups and individuals in Europe, who, in sympathy with our work, are promoting adoption in their own countries.

Thanks to our generous supporters we are able to fund important and necessary veterinary care at many shelters in Spain. We also fund some boarding and transport costs to ensure that the dogs we are able to help receive the best care and attention we and those we work with can give them.

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projects-new kennelling blocks, heating, security, lighting at the shelters to support the wonderful work they do for many abandoned dogs in Spain.

Whilst we concentrate most of our endeavours to working in Spain for the galgos we are pleased that we can also offer some funding for transport costs enabling some English and Irish greyhounds to be homed.

For many years now, as well as the rescue and rehoming work, which we appreciate is at best first aid; we have tried to tackle the galgo problem at source. We have produced an education programme. Our hopes are that this will support the teaching of English in Spanish schools, educate the children about the plight of the galgos and change the perception people have of

these dogs. The aim is to develop empathy for dogs and help make a difference to the many that are in need of loving homes.

We have been very fortunate in recent years to be left legacies in people’s Wills as well as receiving kind donations in memory of a loved one. This income has been invaluable to our charity and has certainly helped us maintain and increase our work for the greyhounds and galgos.

Legacies make a vital contribution to the UK charitable sector and major charities receive half their income from legacies. A legacy is a fine way for supporters to help us carry on our work with greyhounds, both in Spain and elsewhere.

Making a Will can be complex and it is best to get quotes from solicitors and then talk through your intentions. Then your Will can be drawn exactly as you wish and will achieve what you intend. After making all necessary provision for your dependants, you might decide to leave a legacy to one or more of your favoured charities.

We have put together a Legacy leaflet which can be downloaded from our website – www.greyhoundsinneed.co.uk Greyhounds in Need CIO Registered Charity No. 1174351 5A, 80 High Street Egham Surrey, TW20 9HE Tel: 00 44 (0) 1784 483206 info@greyhoundsinneed.co.uk www.greyhoundsinneed.co.uk

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Will you remember the horses at Redwings Horse Sanctuary?

Redwings Horse Sanctuary believes that every horse, pony, donkey and mule has the right to a happy and healthy life, free of fear and neglect

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he charity rescues neglected and abandoned equines from all over the country, giving them a safe place to live and providing essential veterinary treatment, rehabilitation and care for the rest of their lives. Indeed, the charity currently provides daily care for over 1,500 rescued residents, making Redwings the UK’s largest horse sanctuary.

Redwings is 100% funded by public donations and every donation helps the charity help horses in need. In addition to giving every equine the opportunity for lifelong sanctuary care, Redwings also has visitor centres around the UK, where visitors have the chance to meet some of its rescued horses and donkeys, hear their stories and find out more about the importance of equine welfare.

Visitor centres can be found near Harlow in Essex, Aylsham and Caldecott in Norfolk, Oxhill in Warwickshire, and Forfar in Angus, Scotland, which are all free to enter and

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open every weekend throughout the year.

As well as its Sanctuary residents, Redwings is also responsible for 700 horses and ponies living in loving Guardian homes as part of its rehoming scheme. The Redwings Guardianship Scheme is devoted to finding homes for those horses that have the potential to lead a happy life outside the Sanctuary, so more horses in need have the opportunity to be brought into the charity’s care.

Redwings currently rehomes to East

Anglia, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire, but will shortly expand its reach into Central England with the opening of a brand-new rehoming centre at its Warwickshire visitor centre. This vital development has been funded with help by kind gifts left in Wills.

Gifts in Wills make up the largest proportion of Redwings’ income and the charity simply wouldn’t be able to function without them. Remembering Redwings in your Will is a wonderful way to support the charity’s work and leave a lasting legacy that will help them to help horses, ponies, donkeys and mules for generations to come.

Whether your gift is large or small, every donation makes a real difference to the future of Redwings’ residents. n To remember Redwings in your Will, call 01508 481030 or email legacies@redwings.co.uk.

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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

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.

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

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 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.

My Kitten has been diagnosed with ‘ear mites’, what are they and is it serious?

Ear mites (or Otodectes cyanotis) as the name suggests live usually live in the ear canals of cats, dogs, rabbits and ferrets, although it can survive of the skin surrounding the ears. The animal is usually infected by mites as a result

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 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.

of close contact with another infected animal.

The mite is just about visible to the naked at about the size of a pinhead, and appears as a white speck moving against a dark background Ear mites are most common in kittens/puppies and juvenile animals, although any age can be affected. The signs they show are general irritation, rubbing at their ears, and shaking their heads. There is often a dark waxy discharge and occasionally the surrounding skin of the ear will have crusts or scabs present, usually as a result of excessive scratching by the affected animal.

Ear mite infestations are usually diagnosed from the history of the signs shown and by the vet identifying the mite whilst examining the ear or earwax with a special lamp called an auroscope. Treatment is usually straightforward and involves applying eardrops to the ears of any cats or dogs that have been in contact with the affected animal. The drops are usually applied for 3 weeks to ensure both the adult and developing mites are removed. There is often a dramatic improvement as the animal appears less irritated and more comfortable. In addition to the eardrops it is often worth hot washing the bedding and toys of the animal, as the mite can survive off of the animal for short periods.

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Not A heALtHy BunNy? Vets offer guidance on how to keep your rabbit in tip-top condition

Estimated as the third most popular pet in the UK, rabbits’ needs are still grossly misunderstood.

Sometimes referred to as the ‘forgotten pet’, a recent survey of vets in the UK shows that 73 per cent had seen pet rabbits who were not having all of their welfare needs met

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n the survey, carried out by the British Veterinary Association (BVA) ahead of Rabbit Awareness Week (1-9 June), vets aired concerns that many owners were not ticking all the boxes for keeping their rabbits happy and healthy. Providing a suitable diet topped the list of concerns, reported by 78 per cent of those seeing welfare needs not being met. 76 per cent reported that rabbits were being housed alone or with other species, and 72 per cent were concerned that the rabbits were being cared for in an inappropriate environment.

As highly sociable animals, vets and animal experts recommend that rabbits are housed with a suitable companion rabbit, the ideal being a neutered rabbit of the opposite sex. Although it is generally recognised that a solitary life has a negative impact on the physical health and mental wellbeing of pet rabbits, the survey also revealed that 43 per cent of vets saw rabbits that were housed alone.

To help better the lives of pet rabbits in the UK, vets and animal welfare charities are joining forces to support Rabbit Awareness Week, an annual campaign looking at key rabbit health or welfare issues to help the Fairly Beloved Rabbit Care

public and professional community better understand their needs.

This year, the week is focusing on the importance of vaccinations after a recent outbreak of a highly infectious and deadly rabbit virus strain, Rabbit Viral Haemorrhagic Disease Type 2 (RVHD2).

The disease, which can kill within one or two days, is transferred via direct contact with other infected rabbits or urine and faeces.

The virus can survive for months and can even be brought in on the soles of shoes, meaning that house rabbits do not escape a potential risk. The best way to protect against the virus is vaccination. In a 2018 report, the PDSA reported that preventive healthcare in rabbits was a hugely neglected area. Vets are urging all rabbit owners and those thinking of getting rabbits to register them with a vet and have them vaccinated.

BVA Junior Vice President, Daniella Dos Santos said: “Rabbits can make lovely pets, but it is very worrying to see that so many are falling short of having their basic health and welfare needs catered for. Rabbit

Awareness Week is a great way to shine a light on some of the ways that we as professionals and owners can help make pet rabbits’ lives heathier and happier.

This year’s theme is vaccinations, which are essential in helping to protect rabbits against deadly diseases such as RVHD2, Myxomatosis and RVHD1.

“One of our most recent surveys revealed that 98 per cent of vets had been questioned by their clients on the need for vaccinations. Anecdotally, rabbits are also often one of the pet animals that we see the least. Vets are always happy to offer advice on pet care and would far rather be presented with a list of questions from owners than not to see a pet at all! To protect against disease, the best thing you can do is to vaccinate your rabbits.” n For more information on rabbit care, see the Animal Welfare Foundation’s leaflet https://www.animalwelfarefoundation.o rg.uk/animal-welfare-advice/petcareleaflets/#rabbits on the best way to look after your rabbits. Visit www.bva.co.uk

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Dallas M1-2

Will M7 mths

Grace F2-3

Wham M1-2

Puma F6 mths

Jesse M14 wks

Babs F14 wks

Miffy M14 wks

Dallas has such a great character, he has breakdancing Binky sessions throughout the day.

Will is a cheeky chap that really shows his personality. He’s easy to handle and loves exploring his garden.

Grace by name, grace by nature. This lovely lady is clean, tidy and will sit pretty for head rubs.

I am a very friendly boy, my favourite thing is when you bring me a treat and rub my nose.

She really does love to interact with her environment, enjoys having things to play with and climb on.

I'm very sweet and friendly and always come straight over to say hello. I love scampering around.

I'm quite a cheeky character and i like to sit up high and watch everything that is going on.

I am very friendly and love a cuddle and a nose rub. I love to play and chase my ball.

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Firefly F1

North F3

Tabitha F1-2

Larka F2

Flight F2-3

Gizmo M3

Kovu M6

Charlie Brown M3

Firefly is a lovely girl eager for a forever home of her own.

She’s a sweet girl she is happy to have the odd nose rub.

Would be happy with outdoor or indoor accommodation.

She is a sweet, lively girl who enjoys attention.

Flight is a feisty young lady who does enjoy a good chew.

Gizmo is a gentle bunny who doesn’t mind a nose rub.

He’s a sweet boy who is looking for a gentle wifebun.

An adorable, confident bunny who enjoys a fuss.

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Bailey F4

Clarissa F4

Gucci F2

Lily F18 mths

Roo M1

Simba M3

A really lovely girl quite excitable and energetic. True staffie girl. Not good with other dogs.

A dream to walk, trots nicely in front.

Greets people and dogs with a waggy tail.

Needs a home with someone around most of the time as she can begin to cry after 30 minutes.

She is such a total sweetheart, she is fine with children 5+.

She is bouncy with other dogs.

Roo will nip out of fear. For this we are saying children over 12 years old and an experience home.

He struggles to be left if you are about and like to be involved in all what is going on.

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Daisy F7

Dolly F3

Duke M8

Khalessi F6

Kush M5

Obie M1

Teddy M3

Poppy F6

Advise older teenagers in the home used to large dogs. Fine being left for short periods.

Dolly will not suit walks in towns or cities and would prefer exploring more rural walks.

Would love people who are home most of the time or where he can go to lots of dog friendly places a social boy.

She will need a calm, quiet home with patient owners. Very worried by loud, sudden movements and busy places.

A big handsome lad with a mischievous character! Kush is a friendly dog who likes being involved, loves his walks.

Could possibly live with older children who are used to dogs and are calm, he would be worried if a household was hectic.

Hello I am a fun little dog, that really likes to play especially with tennis balls.

Will require a quiet home environment away from busy towns. Used to being left for a maximum of 2 hours only.

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Bella F5

Tigger F11

Rory M2

Dylan M1-2

Winnie F5

Matilda F3-4

Dory F9-10

Taz M10-11

I really enjoy cuddles on the sofa, playing with my toys in the garden (or chewing them up!) and enjoying long countryside walks.

I may be advancing in years but I am still super playful! I love nothing more than tennis balls and will chase them for hours if you'd let me.

He's looking for a quiet home (no noisy traffic please) that can offer him a steady routine with someone around for most of the day.

I walk nicely with my doggy friends and am pretty good on lead for a youngster.

Oh and I love toys!

Winnie is looking for an adult only home with no other dogs, she could potentially live with a cat.

Matilda needs an owner who understands her needs and who can take her for walks in quiet areas whilst she builds up her confidence.

I am looking for a nice quiet home to spend my days cuddling up on the sofa. I love to fetch a tennis ball and would quite easily do that all day long.

Hey I`m Taz and I know.... I look good for my age don`t I. I am still very active and I would love a nice secure garden to play in with my new family.

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Duke M12

Ellie F3-4

Mia F4

Molly F1-2

Bruno M8 mths

Stan M4-5

May F5 mths

Doughnut M4 mths

Duke likes nothing more than curling up in a duvet and chewing up his toys.

Ellie is a nice quiet little girl who is very friendly and loving.

She loves long walks.

Good with other dogs, could do with socialising as she is scared of them.

Molly is a super friendly girl who is very bouncy. She loves to play ball.

We are suggesting no young children as he can be nippy. Is good with other dogs.

He will need quiet home with plenty of exercise and further training.

She will need a specialised home that is able to cope with a disabled dog.

A lovely pup who is lively and playful.

He will need further puppy training.

George M6

Jordan M3-4

Larry M4-5

Charley F3

Elf M5

Buster M6

Tweet M9-10

Paddy M13

Will need a quiet home with experience of terriers.

He is EXTREMELY energetic so will need an active home.

Larry is a nice big boy who is friendly and playful.

A very sweet, timid girl who needs a calm loving home.

Full of life and would love a lot of land to run around in.

He isn't very keen on going for walks which make him stressed.

Tweet is a really nice boy who is lively for his age, and friendly.

He is full of life and energy, always bouncing around.

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New canine mobile blood unit hits the road The charity Pet Blood Bank UK has launched its first mobile blood unit with support from Petplan Charitable Trust Much like the human blood service, Pet Blood Bank UK provides a national canine blood bank. The charity dispatches blood day and night to help save the lives of dogs across the UK. Until now, Pet Blood Bank has relied on the generosity of 'host' veterinary practices who allow them use of their facilities to run donation sessions. On average, five sessions run every week across the country. Pet Blood Bank collected over 3,000 units of blood last year.

Advances in veterinary medicine mean keeping stock levels up can be challenging, though. The introduction of a mobile unit is an exciting development for the charity as it will allow extra sessions to run when blood stocks are low. It also means donation sessions can run in areas the charity did not cover before.

Funded by Petplan Charitable Trust, the Pet Blood Bank mobile unit is a self-contained space where dogs can come to donate a unit of blood. The sessions in the mobile unit will run similarly to the charity’s existing sessions. The dog is first checked by a vet before donating approximately 450ml of blood. A bowl of food and water follows the donation, as well as a goody bag and toy to take home.

As demand for blood products continues to grow, it is vital that more dog donors come forward. Last year, Pet Blood Bank supplied over 5,000 blood products to help dogs in need. Every unit collected can help save the lives of up to four other dogs.

Wendy Barnett, Clinical Director at Pet Blood Bank UK, said: ‘The launch of the mobile unit gives us a fantastic opportunity to reach more donors, as well as the flexibility to run extra sessions at short notice. This is something we always hoped to have and thanks to the fantastic support from Petplan Charitable Trust, it has become a reality. Most importantly, the mobile unit will help to save the lives of more dogs.'

David Simpson from Petplan Charitable Trust said: ‘We are delighted to be supporting Pet Blood Bank. Pet Blood Bank does tremendously valuable and lifesaving work in providing vitally needed blood to help sick pets. Nor do we forget that none of it would be possible without the active support of the dogs and the owners who volunteer to donate blood.’

Like humans, dogs have different blood types and currently stocks of DEA 1 Negative blood are low. Certain breeds of dog are more likely to have this blood type and so the charity would particularly like to hear from owners of the following breeds: Dobermanns, Greyhounds, Boxers, German Shepherds, Flat-Coated Retrievers, Airedale Terriers, Weimaraners, Lurchers, American Bulldogs, English Pointers and English Bull Terriers.

To become a donor, dogs must be: • Fit and healthy • Between one and eight years old • Weigh more than 25kg • Have a good temperament • Have never travelled abroad • Vaccinated • Not on any medication n To find out more or register your dog, please visit www.petbloodbankuk.org or call 01509 232222.

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BATTERSEA RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS QUEEN’S AWARD FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE A group of dedicated volunteers at Battersea Dogs & Cats Home have today been named as a recipient of the Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, the highest award a voluntary group can receive in the UK Volunteers from the leading animal welfare charity are to receive the prestigious award in recognition of the outstanding work they do in the local community by regularly visiting the retired servicemen and women at the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Volunteers started visiting the Chelsea Pensioners with Battersea dogs back in 2011 and since then a wonderful relationship has developed between the two neighbouring institutions that has had significant impact on all involved.

Each month a group of Battersea dogs don their blue Battersea coats and head over the Chelsea Bridge to the Royal Hospital. There they are eagerly awaited by its famous scarlet-coated residents, retired army servicemen who relish the opportunity to interact with the dogs, whether feeding them biscuits, gently stroking them, or enjoying an enthusiastic lick on the face.

The Battersea volunteers and dogs visit the pensioners in the infirmary or go into their room to keep them company and build strong relationships with everyone they meet. For many of these veterans, a visit from their four-legged friends is something

to look forward to, particularly those who have owned dogs in the past but are now unable to have a pet. The companionship and joy these visits bring is also of great benefit to residents who may be lonely and without close family, and several keep dog biscuits in their rooms ready to give to their favourite Battersea dogs.

Charlotte Fielder, Battersea’s Head of Volunteering, Fostering & Communities said: “Battersea is absolutely thrilled that the work of this amazing and dedicated group of volunteers has been recognised with a Queens Award for Voluntary Service.

We couldn’t be more proud of our caring, kind and compassionate volunteers who regularly take Battersea dogs to visit the Chelsea Pensioners, offering both human and canine companionship. It’s heartwarming to witness the joy these visits can bring”.

Battersea volunteer Katie Morgan, who has been visiting the Royal Hospital Chelsea with Battersea dogs since 2011, added: “It’s a real honour to receive this award for doing something that is so beneficial for all involved. We always receive a very warm

welcome from the Chelsea Pensioners, staff, volunteers and visitors and the dogs absolutely love meeting everyone, especially as there are more than a few treats ready and waiting for them. We’ve made some wonderful friends over the years and hope to make many more.”

The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service aims to recognise outstanding work by volunteer groups to benefit their local communities. It was created in 2002 to celebrate the Queen’s Golden Jubilee and the winners are announced on 2 June, the anniversary of the Queen’s Coronation. n Visit www.battersea.org.uk

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