Rescue and Animal Care Magazine 28th July - 28th September 2017

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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.

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Busy, Busy, Busy – can you help? My lovely Labradoodle is so busy he never seems to rest, I understand he is still young at 7 months but he just doesn’t listen to any commands, chews things, runs around endlessly in the garden and steals things off the kitchen counters – is he normal?

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I can imagine how frustrating this can be for you and how much hard work dogs like this are. There are links between hyperactivity, which is sounds as though he has this, and certain breeds of gundog. Some of his behaviour is often useful within hunting and working activities but don’t allow him to adjust fully within a family environment, without specific training. These dogs possess a low threshold for attention and orientating responses, meaning they charge around and do not focus on one thing for long. They tend to be over reactive and lack impulse control making training sometimes hard-work for owners, especially as they also have a need to seek reward and attention for most of the time So, I am guessing that he also greets you excessively and jumps up a lot too! The more difficult his behaviour, there is more likelihood of him being told off, this can only add to the problem as he then learns to seek negative attention. The style of training you need to help work him needs to be based on understanding reinforcement principles, assessing behavioural

Provide plenty of exercise and lots of patience. responses to reward and ‘punishment’ as hyperactive dogs often demonstrate a burst of activity after being compliant and immediately just before being rewarded! In addition to appropriate training he needs plenty of appropriate exercise, environmental enrichment, assessment and diet planning and patience from you!

My vet has suggested that Max, my Bichon, needs medication to help him cope with thunderstorms is this the right thing?

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What a huge question, let me try to offer an answer as best I can for Max, as I do not have all his information.

When dealing with fears and phobias everybody involved should aim to ‘treat’ rather than ‘manage’ the problem, especially if there are any concerns about his welfare. If the behaviour protocols don’t seem to work, it would be best to check that the behavioural assessment of Max has been established appropriately, that your behaviourist is experienced with anxiety, fears and phobias and that you are clear, understand and are able to carry out the training suggested before moving on to medication. Prior to administering any | medication Max should have a full physical examination, blood count, chemistry and possibly a free T4 test. If all other options have been explored then, yes, it may be in Max’s best interest to receive appropriate psychopharmacology.

My sister is coming back to live in the UK, with her dog. I am worried that she intends to visit with her dog but it can be aggressive and we have children, should I stop her from bringing her?

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I can see a potential domestic arising here because clearly you have a responsibility to keep your children safe and aggressive dogs can bring a significant risk. I am not aware of what age your children are, but appropriate management and prevention is always ‘key’ in these situations. You can carry out advanced preparation before your sister’s visit if she has no other choice but to bring her dog. Interactions between your children and your sister’s dog should be avoided (having not assessed her dog fully). So, plan the dog’s and your children’s movement into, around your house and in the garden, this should help establish clear boundaries and safe ‘dog free’ areas, in 2

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addition to building clear routines for everybody to comply with, you can also get the family to practice this before the dog arrives. If there are to be regular visits then it would be more beneficial to consider longer term training involving counterconditioning training and desensitisation in addition to assessing if there has been any prior training and ongoing basic training needs. Create a calm and relaxed household, one where your sister’s dog can start to feel safe as this should reduce her dog’s arousal levels, so provide a safe haven for the dog, give the dog several items of your sister’s old clothing to make a nest with on its bed, plug in and ADAPTIL diffuser by the bed,

Play some music to block out sounds of the children. play some music to block out sounds of the children and provide a Kong stuffed with scrummy food or similar during the dog’s time out - so that visiting the children is not associated with the punishment of being separate to the family. Of course, if your sister’s dog has separation distress and cannot be away from your sister this requires alternative planning and behaviour modification! I hope this helps for now.

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VetSpec Healthy Dog Adult Formula complete dog food is available in 2kg and 12kg bags. For further information about VetSpec please call +44 (0) 1845 565 030 or visit www.vetspec.com I expect you have experienced a bit of thunder and lightning in your area as we have and it not nice at all. Last night I woke Mistress up by dropping my soggy sausage dog toy on her head to get her attention and then stood on top of her panting and dribbling.

She was awake anyway as the thunder claps were so loud and tried to calm me by distracting me with a bit of ball throwing and talking quietly to me to tell me everything was ok and I would be alright.

Mistress sprayed some Pet Remedy on my bed to calm me and eventually the storm seemed to pass and we slipped back into our dreams. I tried to get back in to the dream I had earlier because I had met a very handsome dog and he was about to whisk me away for dinner at a quiet little bone ‘Pup’ up restaurant he’d heard about. But as much as I tried I couldn’t find him.

BUT suddenly there was yet another Bang and Little Mistress came into Mistress’s bedroom and we all got into bed together. It was quite a few hours before it stopped so this morning we all were sleep deprived and grumpy.

I felt happier after Mistress had given me a bit of toast and we had gone for a walk. The ground in the field was all soggy from the weather last night so I took advantage of this and slid along after my ball like I was on a skate-board.

Consequently when we go home, I was one muddy dog and so the hose came out and I was soon one very wet dog! Mum popped on my Dogrobe which helped dry me and then I caught up on a bit of sleep. In fact, we all did.

In our little village with have a famous music festival with lots of great bands and stalls. I ran into Tracy Saer who runs Barking Mad in our local area as she had a stand. She gave me some pawsecco!!!!

Bottom Sniffer Beer & pawsecco!!!!

After a glass of it, I started acting a bit silly and swayed like I was tipsy. That was until Mistress told me to stop showing off and that there was no alcohol in any of their drinks.

There was also Bottom Sniffer Beer and I just had to try it. Tracy and her assistant Sandra Pepper offered bowls of cold water just for us hot canines and copies of our magazine! They love Dogs at Barking Mad and I love Barking Mad and due for a stay with one of their hosts later in the year. If you live near me and want to send your dog on a fab holiday while you are away or want to be a host email Tracy.Saer@BarkingMad.uk.com www.BarkingMad.uk.com I’ve been ‘Yapping’ on so much, I have run out of room! Happy holidays and I’ll be back in September!

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Welcome to our double month Summer issue and we hope the sun shines while you read your copy! We are taking 2 weeks off, our first break this year but will be back with our September issue.

Are you thinking of giving a home to a Pet? There are so many animals looking for a loving new home. Just look through the pages where we feature them free for rescue centres and see if you can help.

If you are a Rescue Centre, when it comes to giving adopted animals an extra helping hand, an ever growing number of rehoming organisations are finding that partnering with Agria Pet Insurance is making a real impact.

See inside..

If you want to see the world through your pets’ eyes, read Lasik Eyes’ feature.

A leading online resource for laser eye surgery, has assembled a team of experts to perfectly recreate the world as your pet sees it, from the monochrome world of the cat to the very green perception of a dog.

The Curious Case of the Weird Fenugreek Crunchie … Billy- chief hay tester at The Hay Experts munchies through a few feeding observations with you.

Treacle our rescue Border Collie dog has got a taste for ‘Pawsecco’ – page 4.

Natures Menu highlight 10 things you should not give your dog. Did you know that onions can cause severe damage to cats and dogs’ red blood cells with the ingestion sometimes causing blood cells to burst?

Dean Hart is a Clinical Behaviourist and Tutor at the Canine Studies College answers your dogs’ behavioural problems and this month , about a lovely 7 month old Labradoodle who is so busy he never seems to rest, and who doesn’t listen to any commands, chews things, runs around endlessly in the garden and steals things off the kitchen counters – is he normal?

Find out on page 2.

We have so many lovely animal care articles and news in this issue so hope you enjoy.

Just a thought:- If you’ve missed any of our magazines on previous months they are all up on our website Free to read www.rescueapet.co.uk Have a Great Summer and thank you for picking up your copy

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Older Pets for Older People

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Three kittens taped up in a cardboard box rescued thanks to The Mayhew Animal Home

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French Bulldog Rescue GB

Newcastle Dog & Cat Shelter

Mayhew

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www.dogandcatshelter.com

www.themayhew.org

Yoda M2

Lulu F6

Gypsie F3

Louie M3

Carly F8

Jet F5

Crystal M5

Kira F9

Needs consistent boundaries, routine, exercise, rules and boundaries.

Very good on a lead but will try and chew her lead when you first take her out.

Gypsie is a fun, friendly girl who loves her play time and walks.

He would be the perfect addition to a family! He does have a lot of energy.

Always happy to meet new people.

She can sit and give paws on command.

She will need an active home so that she can burn her energy off.

Enjoys the company of people and builds very strong bonds.

Loves squeaky toys.

She's very affectionate & enjoys being showered with love & attention.

Blue Cross

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Troy & Lyra M7-8

Philip M2

Hugo M5

Ash M1

Ice F4

Spike M6

Moose M3

We’re Troy and Lyra and we’re looking for a new home together, if anyone out there can find it in their heart to take on two dogs!

We love each other a lot and are best friends.

I LOVE being out and about on long hikes.

I am a very regal and bouncy Greyhound with lots of love and affection to bestow.

I will need lots of mental stimulation as well as long and fun walks.

I just love to play and enjoy a bit of agility so a large garden would be great.

I would like it if my new family were quiet and calm as I can be sensitive.

I am very into food so you could use this as my rewards for doing well!

Saffy F8-9

Bess F7

Dobby M1

Chelsea F5 & Alvin M5

Mollie F2

Tarka M1-2

Sidney F5

I am looking for a home with no other pets and for my walks I am happy just with a short trot around the roads on my lead.

I'm a sweet-natured and playful girl looking for my forever home, ideally somewhere rural and relaxed.

I will be the most fantastic companion for the right person who is happy to continue my training and give me lots to do.

Chelsea I’m a fun loving active lady who is always on the go. Alvin My favourite hobby is playing ball. I am looking for a home with my canine friend Alvin as we are best of buds and do everything together.

Aren’t I a pretty girl?

And guess what…

I’m looking for a new family, could that be you?

I am a energetic young chap with bounds of energy! I am very clever and eager to learn new things.

I am an active dog looking for new owners who can help me get back to my ideal weight. I enjoys my walks and walk very nicely.

National Animal Welfare Trust

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Carter M7

Patch M4

Daisy F7 mths

Shreddie F1

Scooter M10

Barney M9

Bumble M6

Molly F7

I’m not a huge fan of toys, I’d much rather have attention from you.

I love to have attention and especially like to play with a ball! Tennis balls are my favourite over all the other toys!

I am a typical beagle with my nose to the floor and having a good sniff at everything especially if there’s food around!

I do love my food and especially like being entertained with a well-stuffed Kong.

I am an absolute sweetheart who just loves human attention and fuss and having company about.

I am an affectionate dog who is full of life and I would love someone to share it with. Do you have a space on your sofa for me?

I'm a very active boy and a life in the countryside would suit me down to the ground.

My loves in life are walks in the countryside, training, playtime and cuddles, and I would love to find someone to share that with.

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Giving adopted animals more with Agria When it comes to giving adopted animals an extra helping hand, an evergrowing number of rehoming organisations are finding that partnering with Agria Pet Insurance is making a real impact

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esigned to benefit adopted animals across the UK, Agria’s Rehoming Scheme gives rehomed cats and dogs 5 weeks free insurance when they leave for their forever homes.

Most importantly, it also enables those animals to benefit from continued, lifetime cover, no matter what their age.

Becoming an Agria partner is free, and gives rehoming organisations

the ability to activate 5 weeks free Agria insurance for the cats and dogs they rehome. It’s a quick and easy online process, and proving a very popular addition to rehoming packs.

As well as the instant peace of mind this offers the rehoming organisation and adopter, whenever the pet’s free Agria cover is continued to full, lifetime cover, the partner receives a donation from Agria.

Karen, from C.A.A.R.S (Carers Anonymous Animal Refuge Sanctuary), says, “We’re really enjoying being an Agria rehoming partner. It’s very helpful for adopters to know that their new pet already has insurance when they leave us, just in case.

“Agria's five weeks free cover is very reassuring – for adopters and for us – and not only gets new owners thinking about their

insurance options, but immediate cover for injury and accident also helps reduce the risk of animals being returned to the sanctuary."

Find out more about the sanctuary at: www.caarsrescue.com n Want to find out more about Agria’s Rehoming Scheme?

See www.agriapet.co.uk/rehoming-centres-and-charities for further details.

See the World Through Your Pet's Eyes Most pet owners, whether they admit it or not, have wondered what it would be like to see through their pet’s eyes. Conflicting rumours that cats and dogs only see in black and white have been passed around for years but no one can really say what it is like to see through the eyes of your four-legged friend, until now.

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asik Eyes, a leading online resource for laser eye surgery, has assembled a team of experts to perfectly recreate the world as your pet sees it, from the monochrome world of the cat to the very green perception of a dog, these gifs give new insight into our furry friends and perhaps allow pet owners to understand their companions that bit better.

Dog Humans have three colour detecting cells (red, green and blue) called cones, which enable us to see the full-colour spectrum. Dogs, however, only have two cones (yellow and blue). This means that they can't distinguish green, yellow or red objects based on their colour.

However, they can still distinguish a red ball from a green one if there is a difference in the perceived brightness of the two. Dogs’ vision receptor rods mainly concentrate on peripheral

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vision so are faster at detecting motion in response to less light.

Cat Cats have a visual field of 200 degrees, whereas humans only have 180 degrees. This means that cats have a wider peripheral vision. They also have better night vision to aid with their their natural nocturnal hunting behaviour.

Rabbit Unlike human sight, rabbit vision isn’t designed for hunting. Instead it’s designed to quickly detect approaching predators - therefore, the eyes are

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Dog’s Vision

placed high and to the sides of the skull, which allows the rabbit to see nearly 360 degrees. The price for this vision is a small blind spot directly in front of their face, but forward-placed nostrils and large, spooning ears compensate for that minor gap in vision.

Gecko Humans have very poor vision in low light. This is because the cone cells work best in relatively bright light.

Geckos, on the other hand, have excellent colour vision at night - a useful advantage for a nocturnal hunter. In fact, their eyes have

evolved to be up to 350 times more sensitive to colour at night than humans.

Campbell Thompson BVM&S MRCVS, of Cheshire Veterinary Clinic comments: “Though we cannot be 100% sure this is the perfect rendering of animal vision, these gifs give us a chance to see some of the known differences between our eyesight and that of our pets.

Many keen pet owners have a tendency to think of their pets as a mini version of themselves but this shows that the way our pets see the world is actually very different from us. I wouldn’t feel too sorry for them though, what they might lack in colour, they make up for in other senses such as their superior sense of smell - which makes their experience of the world probably a lot richer than ours in reality!” n For more information visit www.lasik-eyes.co.uk/see-worldpets-eyes/

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Travelling with your Pets Paul and I are also travelling with our dogs, Kora and Sadie. They come to work every day with us, come to shows up and down the country with us and holiday with us.

So they are very well travelled and very lucky pets. ravelling with your pets will be an experience for you and your dogs and it will be one you want your dog to see as an enjoyable one. Preparation is key when travelling, as you will need to stock up on the essentials and have your dog get used to the vehicle you will be travelling in will be to your advantage.

Before even thinking about the journey etc., check your dog is allowed where you’re going.

Check to see if beaches allow dogs and where the best walks to go are. It’s always nice to find dog freiendly pubs and cafes too.

You will need to figure out how you want to restrain your dog in the car. It is not safe to let a dog roam in a car unrestrained. If you are going on a long drive, crates are most desirable and are also good for nervous passengers as it will allow you to concentrate on the journey. Make sure there’s nothing that can harm your dog in the crate that could present a strangling hazard. There are also car seatbelts available for dogs if you don't want your dogs confined, or if you have a two-seat car. Make sure to attach them to a harness, and not a collar.

It depends on what vehicle we are travelling in and where we are going as where Kora and Sadie travel. In general they are in the boot of our hatch back which has a dog grill over the back seats keeping them contained in the boot.

But when we have travel to the south of France with Kora, we have her in a harness and seat belt attachment on the back seat, so she can benefit from the air conditioning in the car. In the van, they travel on the passenger seat, again with a harness and seat belt connector each. Sadie next to the door as she likes to try and get on the drivers lap, that way she can’t reach our lap.

Let your dog go inside the vehicle a few days before travelling so as they can get used to the smells and sounds of the car and each time bring a favourite toy, blanket or item which is familiar to them. Do not include food items as this could make them car sick.

Make sure before the journey that they have been out for a long walk/run so they can burn off excess energy and they will be more inclined to rest.

Kora looking like she would like some ice cream too in South of France.

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Kora and Sadie snuggled in the van.

Kora testing pool temperature in South of France.

Kora in front of wall on the Welsh coast.

Kora and Sadie in the Yorkshire Dales.

Avoid feeding your dog right before the journey and try to feed them at least a few hours beforehand.

Pack supplies such as spare collars, leads, no rinse shampoo, water and some blankets for some padding and take breaks every now and then for your dog to have a short walk, go to the toilet and be able to have a drink.

Kora and Sadie are avid travellers and now are extremely keen to jump in the car or van ready for their journey in hope for a trip to the beach!

We always have a supply of Non-rinse shampoo (for muddy paws), Prozyme (in case of upset tummies) and isotonic powder (for those hot days).

Happy holidaying and travelling from Kora and Sadie.

n Jennie Gallaher runs The Animal Health Company with her husband Paul. She gives a great insight into getting started in agility with her own experiences with her lovely dog Kora.

See their website www.animal-health.co.uk for their product range which includes Westcotts Premium Dog Food.

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SESAW Suffolk & Essex Small Animal Welfare

www.sesaw.co.uk

Poppy F1

Melba F4 & Darcy F2

Poppy F9

Rosco M1

Billy M15

Ned M1

Lexi F10

She needs an active home, maybe good for agility or working dog.

Mother and daughter to be homed together.

They have basic training but they are very excitable and strong, and need an experienced home to continue their training.

She’s a very friendly lady, but she’s very strong and needs plenty of excercise.

He’s a very friendly chap, full of life, and walks well with other dogs.

He needs to be the only pet, with daily walks, good food, and rich tea biscuits!

He has a lovely temperament, a little shy at first, but soon makes friends.

Very friendly with people, children, and loves to say hello to everyone!

Dogs Trust

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Colin M4

Danny M8

Desmond M2-5

Eric M9

Ernie M2-5

Fawkes M2-5

Frank M8

Guy M5-7

Colin is really great at walking on his lead and loves to be out and about.

A gorgeous boy who is looking for lots of TLC and a loving new home.

A cute little guy with a big personality. He is clever and loves to learn new things.

Looking for owners who have all the time and love in the world to give to him.

Ernie is a sweet chap, soon makes friends with special treats and patience.

He is looking for a home where he can relax and have a good snooze!

Gorgeous Frank is extremely expressive and great fun to spend time with.

He adores people and loves company, making a great companion.

Clyde M6 mths

Cookie M5-7

Henry M2-5

Jamie M2-5

Honey F5

Vicky F6-12 mths

Tyrion M8 mths

Jake M3

Clyde is a bouncy Collie puppy. Clyde is energetic and likes to explore and play with his toys. Clyde is one of a litter of seven.

Cookie is looking for a quiet home where she can relax and put her paws up!

She is a clever girl who enjoys learning new tricks.

He loves puzzle games and needs sturdy toys as he loves to have a good chew. He will make an excellent family companion.

Jamie is fun-loving, bouncy boy who enjoys a game of fetch. He will return a ball right back to your feet.

Honey loves playing fetch, having a good swim and likes to play with dogs out and about.

A fun loving girl, loves to go for walks and playing.

He's got bags of energy so will need owners who can provide him with plenty of mental stimulation & exercise!

He loves getting out for walks and really enjoys a game of fetch! Will do anything for a treat which helps when it comes to training.

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Generous Brits whippet out their wallets for pet rescues

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How dogs have helped me

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wouldn’t be where I am today if it was not for a complex, small scruffy, troubled terrier called Tinda. In 2010 I was diagnosed with Tuberculosis, a disease people think belongs in the past. In reality it is an illness that 8000 people are diagnosed with each year in the UK. It is an isolating illness as it is physically challenging to do just about anything, and takes a long time to treat, often causing damage to the body and further more health conditions to tackle through life.

I’ve struggled with severe anxiety along the way. Dogs motivate you to leave the house, meaning you can tackle many aspects associated with anxiety. I’d get fresh air everyday, stretch my legs, and gradually build up muscle tone, stamina and lung capacity, meaning I could do more in other aspects of my life as I got stronger. I’d meet people and other dogs, experience nature, the season’s changing and the beauty around us. Tinda gave me something

Tinda Cheering me up else to think about, other than myself and my own problems, from everyday care to spending my time trying to understand dog psychology and how to build up communication.

When starting to see the signs of anxiety returning, as long-term health conditions took hold, a giddy excitable puppy, called Hamish filled my time with training and socialisation with the world around us. Above all, Tinda ignited my passion for art again. She soon became the subject for my drawing and I have now expanded that fascination with other people’s relationships with their dogs. n For more information on Jessica's work visit www.jesskiddart.co.uk

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e’ve long thought of Brits as a nation of animal lovers, but with over half a million pounds raised for a pet charity in just four weeks, it seems we now have our proof.

A nationwide fundraising campaign by Support Adoption for Pets smashed its target by almost £100,000 when generous Brits helped it raise £545,487 to support the charity, the biggest funder of pet rescues in the UK. Running from 17th May to 13th June, the charity raised funds in more than 430 Pets At Home stores across the country, where customers were invited to buy a £1 ‘Scratch and Match’ card for the chance to win one of 200,000 prizes.

Debunking the silly ‘miserly’ myth once and for all, the charity was delighted to announce that Scotland raised the most money, with over £77,000 collected.

Each donation has helped Support Adoption For Pets raise vital funds for local pet welfare charities while Pets at Home staff also played a vital role too by supporting the appeal with charity

activities in every store.

Amy Wilson, Fundraising Manager from Support Adoption For Pets, said: “We are blown away by the remarkable charity fundraising that the Pets at Home stores have delivered for the Summer Fundraiser – an astonishing amount of money has been donated to very worthy local pet rescues, revealing the drive, creativity and sheer generosity of Pets at Home store teams and customers across the UK.” Established in 2006, Support Adoption For Pets helps more than 1,000 rehoming centres and animal welfare organisations across the UK by running fundraising events with Pets at Home and awarding grants to pet rescue and rehoming centres. n Find out more at www.supportadoptionforpets.co.uk

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Vet warning for pets as summer heat returns As temperatures rise after a brief respite, pet owners are being warned to take extra care of their pets in the hot weather after almost half of UK vets reported animals being affected by heat-related conditions last summer, according to new figures from the British Veterinary Association (BVA).

Dogs may particularly struggle to stay cool in these high temperatures and humid conditions since, unlike humans, they are unable to cool down quickly through sweating, rendering them vulnerable to overheating. Brachycephalic breeds such as French bulldogs and pugs are even more at risk, as their short noses can make breathing properly difficult, and therefore cooling down much harder.

According to BVA’s Voice of the Veterinary Profession survey, which polled over 1,000 vets across the UK, significantly more vets reported

treating animals for heat-related conditions last summer compared to 2015. 50% of companion animal vets had seen an average of five cases of dogs requiring treatment – with one in four vets seeing as many as eight cases of animals in need of treatment for heat-related conditions over the course of the summer.

British Veterinary Association President Gudrun Ravetz said: “With hot weather looking set to stay for a while, we’re advising pet owners to take some simple steps to ensure that their furry friends stay happy and healthy this summer.

Even temperatures in the mid-teens can prove uncomfortable for animals, especially if they are kept in direct sunlight without any shade.

“As a dog owner, I know that dogs in particular won’t stop enjoying themselves because it is hot, so it’s up to owners to do all we can to prevent overheating happening –

and be able to recognise the signs and act quickly if it does.

“If you’re concerned about your pet in the hot weather, we’d recommend contacting your local vet immediately.”

BVA and British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) are highlighting seven simple steps to help keep dogs and other pets safe as the temperature rises: 1. Make sure pets always have adequate fresh water to drink.

2. Provide adequate ventilation at all times.

3. Avoid exercising dogs in the heat of the day: especially older dogs, brachycephalic breeds or dogs that you know have heart or lung

problems.

4. Provide shade from the sun in the hottest part of the day.

5. Watch out for early signs of heatstroke, such as heavy panting, restlessness and lack of coordination.

6. Never leave dogs in vehicles: “Not long” is too long.

7. Contact a vet immediately if the animal does not respond to efforts to cool it down.

If heatstroke or any other heatrelated condition is suspected, dogs should be taken to a cool, wellventilated place and given water to drink before seeking immediate advice from their local vet.

Are you looking for a career within the animal industry?

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Our courses are aimed at young people wanting to pursue a career with a focus on animal health and husbandry and managing animal collections and establishments. We are able to offer our Animal Management courses in collaboration with the Newmarket Academy. There will be practical lessons allowing you to manage the health and well-being of a wide range of animals safely and with confidence, including domestic and exotic mammals, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, tropical fish and livestock. The course will also include trips to businesses associated with the animal industry, as well as input from visiting speakers and current employers.

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Students will attend Newmarket Academy for three days a week.

Students will also attend at West Suffolk College (Main Site) in Bury St. Edmunds one day per week for directed study and mathematics and/or English (where applicable).

All students will complete 150 hours of work related experience which will include ‘animal care duties’, including weekends, supporting with the care and management of the College’s Animal Collection as well as attending external work experience placements.

Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including 40 per cent of external assessment (synoptic assessment and theory exams) in addition to a range of practical and written/verbal assessments. Study at home is essential in order to successfully meet assessment deadlines, however all students will be supported across all aspects of their learning.

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continue to study these subjects in each academic year.

Recent graduates of Level 3 Animal Management from West Suffolk College have successfully progressed onto either university level education, e.g. BSc Veterinary Nursing and MSc Bio-Veterinary Science or progressed into full time employment, e.g.

Veterinary Nursing apprenticeship or Kennel and Cattery Assistant.

Open day Come along to our wonderful Animal Centre for our open days, there are practical demonstrations, feeding workshops and health checks.

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Three Kittens Dumped in Taped Up Box on One of the Hottest Weeks of the Year Three tiny young kittens found abandoned in a taped up box at a bus stop on one of the hottest weeks of the year so far are now on the road to recovery thanks to the Mayhew. he 11-week-old black and dark tortoiseshell kittens, named Jackie, Jenny and James by Mayhew staff, were discovered in a taped up box at the side of the road near a bus stop on Harrow road, north London.

Our Animal Welfare Officers were first alerted to the three furry siblings when a member of the public spotted the box at the bus stop and heard their cries and movement from inside.

Mayhew’s Animal Welfare Officer, Tania Mazzoni, said: “The member of public immediately brought the frightened kittens in to the Home. They were in a cardboard box that had been taped up with grey duct tape, so there was no way for them to escape.”

“We don’t know how long they had been in the box for, but they were very hot and obviously extremely scared, so we immediately took them to our Vet Clinic to be thoroughly checked over.”

Our Vet Team closely monitored their temperatures to check for hyperthermia, but apart from the initial shock, thankfully the three siblings were in good condition and they all were of a healthy weight.

Animal Welfare Officer, Tania, added: “At the Mayhew we are dedicated to helping hundreds of people in crisis situations every year. We wish whoever had abandoned the poor kittens had contacted us first, so we could help. We are here to help and advice on the best course of action for the animal, no matter what the problem is.”

Once they were old enough, all three kittens were neutered and vaccinated and soon there will be no stopping them finding purrfect forever homes.

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n If you are interested in adopting any of our cats, please visit our adoption page www.themayhew.org/adopt or call 020 8962 8009.

We are also on the lookout for more foster carers to help look after some of the kittens and cats in our care, so if you are interested in

Three kittens dumped in taped up box.

James, Jackie and Jenny.

finding out more, please visit www.themayhew.org/get-involved/foster/

We also urgently need more kitten food to feed the influx of furry felines that have recently arrived. Our Animal Welfare Officers are bringing in more and more kittens every day, so please help

by either buying some wet kitten food from our Amazon Wishlist – https://www.amazon.co.uk/registry/wishlist/HM48FAT7VDW2 - or donating any that you have spare. Anything that you could donate will help us continue to care for and feed the overflow of kittens throughout kitten season.

You can find out more about Animal Welfare Officers work on our website and please consider a donation to help them help more cats like Jackie, Jenny and James. Alternatively, you can make an instant donation by texting “CATS27 £5” or your chosen amount to 70070.

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Older pets for older people

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wning a dog keeps over-65s fit according to a new study published in the Journal BMC Public Health. Researchers looked at 43 pairs of dog owners and non-dog-owners in three counties, Lincolnshire, Derbyshire and Cambridgeshire and found that dog owners aged over 65 benefited from an extra 22 minutes of exercise a day. That is enough to hit the World Health Organisations recommended 150 minutes minimum of moderate exercise a week. That’s not all, according to Age UK research, pets can reduce our stress levels, cholesterol and blood pressure….and it’s great for pets too.

Wendy Kruger, Dog Specialist from Wood Green, The Animals Charity explains:

“Mature pets make the perfect companions – they have a bit of life experience, someone else will have coped with the housetraining, adolescent issues, leaving you to enjoy the adult years of relaxing walks and companionship. For many mature pets companionship is the number one priority and often that’s the number one priority for older people too; when the right person and pet are matched it’s a close and rewarding relationship.

At 84 years-young, Joy had been looking for a dog to welcome into her home. A life-long animal lover, Joy had recently lost her own beloved pet and, with the help of her family, set about finding a new companion.

“I was looking for a small dog to suit my lifestyle and my son spotted

Perry on the Wood Green website.

When I found out that he had been there for longer than most dogs it broke my heart. Just a few days later, he came home with me. I was warned that he might be a bit clingy and nervous but, within days, he was the centre of attention when I hosted a W.I. book club meeting … and we haven’t looked back! Life just wouldn’t be the same without Perry – he makes me laugh and love every day…and he keeps me fit too!”

Wood Green is keen to find second chance homes for some of their older residents, such as Inky aged 11. Gail Lees, Deputy Manager Cat Rehoming tells us more about this colourful character.

“Inky is a cheeky chap, he likes to keep fit himself, in his previous

Joy and Perry home when he wasn’t playing in open fields he liked to join the household dog for his daily walk! If cats are well cared for in a loving home, they can easily live into their twenties, so this little chap is just middle-aged. We would love to find him a home – please call us on 0300 303 9333 to find out more.” n Visit our website www.woodgreen.org.uk or call 0300 303 9333 to find out more about our pets looking for a new home.

Beautiful dog gets 'YAPPY' ending after nine years in rescue

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fter nine years at a rescue centre, a sweet bull lurcher has finally been taken home.

Mole arrived at the National Animal Welfare Trust when he was a six-month-old puppy, in need of a loving family. Sadly for the next nine years, he waited.

The beautiful black dog has spent almost his entire life at National Animal Welfare Trust in Hayle, until Monday, when Mole finally got to go home with a family of his very own.

Mole struggled fitting into kennel life, despite his long stint, and staff at

the centre did everything they could to care for him.

He was a timid and shy canine, and he had not been socialised before he came to the centre.

He was reactive to people and dogs he did not know and he was frightened of children.

Lucy from the NAWT Cornwall centre said: "We’re delighted Mole has found his forever home, his new owner lives in a quiet area so he won’t see people close up very often.

“Mole has had a good few nights

at his new home, his owner heard him having a wander around in the early hours but when she went down to check on him, he just got back on his sofa and went back to sleep.

“Obviously, the longer he was with us, the more stigma gets attached and the harder it is to find a home which is willing to take the time over the transition from kennels to a home.

"It is a bit strange without him at the centre though!"

The Trust will never give up on a healthy animal and will care for

Mole them for as long as it takes to find a perfect home. n To find out more about the National Animal Welfare Trust, or to support their work, visit www.nawt.org.uk

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Helping people reconnect with their dogs Joanne Frame, of Hounds Connect, offers a more in-depth and personalised therapy helping people reconnect with their dogs. It began when she started to notice how her dogs’ behaviour was affected by her emotions e love the dogs in our lives. We do wonderful things together. But some of us also struggle with their behavioural problems: pulling on the lead; not coming back when called; anxiety when left alone at home; aggression towards, or fearful of, other dogs. This may sound familiar to you. Where do you go for help - Dog trainers, Animal behaviourists, Vets? They can offer tools, techniques, medication etc. Yet some of us still struggle. So how can we help ourselves to help our dog?

The most important thing to a dog is how it feels. This is linked to how we feel. Anyone who shares their life with a dog knows that when they feel sad then the dog senses it. The dog just knows!

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How we feel affects how they feel and how they feel affects their behaviour.

The trouble with this emotional connection is that we humans aren’t always in touch with our feelings.

Perhaps, as we grew up we were told that feelings aren’t important. We just have to get on with stuff - that’s why many of us are drawn to have pets in our lives.

They help us feel better.

Disconnection to our own feelings is key to the issues we experience with our dogs.

Archie and Joanne

Misty Some books on dogs refer to the importance of the person. A quick google search finds titles like ‘The Other End of the Leash’, ‘How to Behave so Your Dog Behaves’, ‘It’s Not the Dog it’s the People’. Some write about the importance of the person’s emotion. In ‘Your Dog is Your Mirror’ Kevin Behan writes; Once we tell ourselves the truth about what we truly feel, our dog will no longer act it out...

The Institute of HeartMath performs research on emotion and the heart. They studied the connection between a young boy, Josh and his dog, Mabel, by measuring heart rate. Both were attached to heart monitors. The boy entered the room where his dog was, no talking or touching allowed, just thinking lovingly towards her. The monitors confirmed that the dog’s heart rate synchronised with the boy’s ‘ loving’ heart rate. Likewise, a woman and her horse were tested, the horse synchronised with her human’s heart rate.

Others teach the importance of emotion with animals. Carolyn Resnick, who studied wild horses, offers the ‘Chair Challenge’- just sit with your horse, being present, to strengthen the bond. James French offers ‘Trust Technique’ getting quiet and still with your animals so they can relax and heal.

Joanne Frame, of Hounds Connect, offers a more in-depth and personalised therapy helping people reconnect with their dogs.

It began when she started to notice how her dogs’ behaviour was

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affected by her emotions.

She explains I was a nervous driver. Even when thinking about overtaking, I would get anxious before making a move.

But I didn’t notice how I felt.

Then I became aware of my dog, Jack, standing in the back of the car looking nervously out the windows and I realised that my feelings were causing Jack’s nervousness!.

Joanne continued to develop her understanding of the emotional link and created Anubis Therapy, a counselling service for dog owners.

Anubis Therapy offers individual confidential sessions – either in person, by phone or Skype. Clients talk about concerns for their dog and how they feel about him or her.

With this focus, feelings and memories from other areas of life can surface. Events that are nothing to do with the dog can turn out to be contributing to the problems the client has in relation to their dog.

Here is one client’s comment after working with Joanne; “What you do is awesome and it really works, I felt a real sense of peace and the things I've learned are really useful.”

To explore these ideas for yourself check out this self-help page http://www.houndsconnect.co.u k/anubis-therapy/self-help-fordog-owners/ Get back in touch with your feelings and your dog!

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River's excitable energy is contagious and she lightens up the whole room with her character!

She loves the company of other dogs and has a wonderful and playful personality.

Melanie and Roxy are looking for a new home where they can have lots of attention. These two ladies love to explore so need active owners that can dedicate time and patience to their training.

If your looking for a greyhound with a bundle of energy then Trevor is the dog for you.

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He is a lovely Shar-Pei with a really lovely nature. He loves to play and enjoys a belly rub.

On the lookout for his forever home and looking for owners who can help him explore the world.

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Don’ts for your Dog

Natures Menu, the UK’s number one for raw pet food and Europe’s leading expert in raw, is aiming to raise awareness amongst UK dog owners of the lesser known human foods you shouldn’t be feeding your pet mongst the list are onions, avocados and grapes, which can cause problems from kidney or red blood cell damage, to serious stomach problems.

Natures Menu Veterinary Nurse, Melanie Sainsbury said: “Many people see their dogs as one of the family and in doing so, often feed leftovers from the table or human food as snacks to their pets. It’s hard to avoid those puppy eyes when your pet just wants to eat whatever you are eating, but in doing so you could be causing more harm than you know.”

According to recent data*, the average vet bill for dogs that had eaten something they shouldn’t was approximately £600 in 2016, with a quarter of these involving chocolate. But what about the other three quarters?

With many pet owners often unaware of what they can and can’t feed their pets, Natures Menu has created a handy list to make sure your pet’s health stays in tip top form.

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1. Chocolate: Everyone knows it, but some people still feed it.

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theobromine which unlike humans, dogs lack the vital enzyme to break it down. It can cause vomiting, seizures or in some cases even death.

2. Onions: Onions can cause severe damage to cats and dogs’ red blood cells with the ingestion sometimes causing blood cells to burst.

3. Corn on the Cobs: Sweetcorn cobs are one of the most common foreign bodies requiring surgical removal from dogs and although we might think they are a healthy, fibrous veggie chew, dogs are unable to digest them not to mention the serious digestive tract damage they can cause. They are often stolen from the plate or out of the rubbish bin so keep them well out of a dog’s reach this summer to prevent a hefty vet bill for emergency surgery.

4. Avocado: Avocado contains an ingredient called persin which has a toxic effect on many animals including dogs. Consumption can lead to breathing difficulties and fluid build-up in the chest.

5. Bacon: Unfortunately, this delicious meat, drooled over by dogs up and down the country is bad for them. Not only can it lead to pancreatitis but once inflamed,

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the pancreas can stop functioning properly leading to all sorts of permanent digestive problems.

6. Grapes: Grapes and raisins are extremely toxic to dogs and can be fatal. Eating them can lead to severe kidney damage and can affect all breeds, shapes and sizes.

Some dogs are affected more excessively than others but your best bet is not to feed it to them at all.

7. Garlic: This herb has the same effect as onions causing severe damage to red blood cells in your dog’s body and gastrointestinal irritation.

8. Starfruit: Not the most common item in the fruit bowl but just less than half a star fruit is all it takes to cause acute kidney failure in dogs.

Smaller breeds are more susceptible with the small fruit only takeing between 1-6 hours to start poisoning your dog’s body.

9. Coffee: Coffee contains caffeine which is bad for your pooch. Smaller breeds are more likely to be affected, but better to be safe than sorry and keep your latte to yourself.

10. Macadamia nuts: Consumption of macadamia nuts can cause vomiting in dogs as well tremors, not to mention

depression. Keep your pet happy and healthy by making sure all nuts are kept out of reach.

Natures Menu Veterinary Nurse, Melanie Sainsbury, continues: “With many owners not completely sure of what they can and can’t feed their dogs, my main advice would be if you’re not sure, don’t feed it. Some human foods can have serious and life-threatening consequences for your pet’s health and a hefty vet bill that comes with it too. We appreciate this can sometimes happen by accident too, so if you do think your dog has eaten something they shouldn’t, the first thing to remember is not to panic. Call your vet immediately and they will be able to tell you what steps to take next.”

Of course, everyone in the family deserves a tasty treat, so why not take a look at Natures Menu’s range of delicious treats that are the perfect snack for your dog this summer? What’s more, enjoy 20% off the treats range for online purchases up until the 31st July. https://www.naturesmenu.co.u k/natural-dog-food/shop-byproduct/treats *NFU Mutual July 2017 www.rescueapet.co.uk

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Greyhounds in Need (GIN) – Visit to Spain Our work for the galgos (Spanish bred greyhounds) continues and in June we were again able to travel to Spain to visit three shelters who are working very hard rescuing and caring for many abandoned galgos.

By Carolyn Davenport, General Manager Our first stop was at Arca de Noé in Albacete where our wonderful host Sole and her team of staff and volunteers showed us the improvements that GIN supporters have made possible. We saw the updated veterinary clinic, where dogs can be treated more easily on site, and neutering operations carried out with less stress to the animals. New insulated galgo kennel blocks help keep the dogs cool in the blistering summer heat, while underfloor heating will keep them cosy during the winter months. There are also now solid pathways between the runs.

Shelter workers previously had to cope with walkways made of old wooden pallets that were sinking into the mud. Improved security measures mean the height of the wall around the centre has been raised significantly. Previously, galgos were simply being dumped over the wall of the shelter.

The centre rehomes more than 100 galgos a year in Italy, while others travel to France, Germany and Slovenia. A new air-conditioned van funded by GIN supporters will help keep dogs more comfortable during transport runs.

We also met a group of around 45 school students from a nearby village who were taking part in the centre's education programme, which aims to raise awareness of the plight of the galgos in Spain. With enthusiastic help from three of the centre's gorgeous galgos, the students had a chance to see how these dogs could be loving friends and companions, rather than chattels to be discarded at the end of the hunting season.

GIN has funded a new education and exercise area at the shelter so groups of children like these from nearby schools can visit on a regular basis.

The charity has also developed a new education website with downloadable guides and activities for use in classes. Volunteers at Arca de Noé told us how just 10 years ago, it was practically unheard of to see someone walking along the local streets with

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Galgos del Sol, Murcia

Arca de Noé, Albacete. a pet galgo. Now, it was becoming a more common sight - a testament to the work of the staff and volunteers at both this and other rescue shelters.

We next travelled to Tobarra to meet Camille, who with her mother Margaret, runs the APA Santa Clara dog shelter. This centre takes in strays and abandoned dogs, including many galgos, and finds homes for them in the nearby area and beyond.

One of the first things we saw was a litter of around nine galgo puppies, who had been rescued after being abandoned in a cave. The dedication and hard work of the shelter volunteers was clear, but Camille showed us some of the problems they faced on their current site - makeshift runs and shelters cobbled together from old pallets and beds, erratic water supply, and rat and mouse problems. Added to that, the current owner of the land they were using was planning to sell up in the near future. GIN is hoping to help the mother and daughter team with some funding towards the building of a new shelter on land nearby, with purpose-built runs and dedicated galgo blocks.

Our final visit was to Galgos del Sol near Murcia, where Tina and her team run an impressive shelter that has been supported by GIN for some years now. Many improvements had been made since GIN last visited the site, which can now house more than 100 galgos, as well as podencos and

Arca de Noé Clinic.

other breeds. We saw the two new kennel blocks, newly built office, new exercise area and the on-site accommodation for volunteers, some of whom had travelled from as far away as the USA to help out at the centre.

It was both inspiring to see the wonderful work done by the staff and volunteers at the shelters in Spain, and heartbreaking to see how cruelly treated some of the dogs had been before being rescued. But, most of all, it brought home how much they all still need our support. n For more information on our charity call 01784 483206 or visit www.greyhoundsinneed.co.uk

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Jerry Green Dog Rescue

www.jerrygreendogs.org.uk

Poppy F11, Stitch F9 & Fudge F7

Kevin M5

Arthur M1

Lilo F

Womble M2

We would like to introduce you to 3 beautiful golden oldies. They are looking for a special home that would have space to take in all of them as they have only ever lived together. All have a close bond and are often found cuddling up together in their bed.

Looking for someone who can be with Kevin most of the time for interaction.

He's tall and handsome, what more could you ask for in a dog?

Lilo she's a fabulous girl, full of fun and always wanting a cuddle.

This super giddy bouncy boy is called Womble, he just loves to run and play.

Wood Green

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Honey F9-10

Bitzer Maloney M3-4

Scrappy M4

Charlie M4

Dorothy M1-2

Ray M2

Angel F9-10

Oreo M10 mths

An independent girl, looking for a quiet retirement home to put her paws up.

Bitzer loves running around and spending the rest of his day on a comfortable duvet.

He would like to be the only pet in the home but he is happy around other dogs.

Can be left home alone, would love a home that can help him shed a few pounds.

She loves making new friends, and will make a great family addition.

Would like someone at home who can help build his home alone time up slowly.

Great with kids, loves to play and more than anything enjoys a cuddle.

He''s a real water baby and new owners should prepare for muddy adventures!

Barney M7 mths

Orson M3-4

Billy M7

Buttons F7-8

Sal F2

Panda F3-4

Rex M5 mths

King M1-2

This happy boy is Barney. He would like to live in a lovely family home and could potentially live with an older dog.

A characterful boy, has plenty of personality. Would love a quiet home with older children and no other pets.

Billy would like to be the only pet in his new home, and will need owners who are around all the time to start off with.

Buttons is looking for a quiet home where she can have regular strolls, as well as a comfy spot to curl up in.

Sal loves a comfy spot and can’t wait for that home with the duvet in the perfect sunny spot.

She is very sociable with people and loves companionship and play times. She will need a home with a garden.

Looking for an active home that can give him the mental and physical stimulation he needs. He could live with other dogs.

King can be a worried little man, but once he gets to know you he will show his fabulous personality.

Bullies in Need

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Louie F21 mths

Terry M4

Hector M4

Buster M11 mths

If your looking for a young energetic dog with bundles of energy to complete your life she's deffo the one for you!

He's a sweet boy that loves cuddles, is clever and fun to have around and not overly active given age.

Hes a gentle giant and is as soft as they come! He's great with all people and children but he is quite big in size!

He is very pleasent boy and will only jump up when asked or when you get a tad too excited.

Laurel F5

Tyson M2

Percy M3

Tiggy M4

I am a shy girl but once I get to know you I am fine.

He needs an active home as he loves going on long walks.

A big squidgy snuggle bug, deserves a sofa of his own with people that understand him.

Very excitable and very very strong he listens to commands perfectly. His face just melts you.

Archie M6

Stan M5

Libby F4 & Annie F4

Big boy archie is looking for a new home, he is a big lad and he is a big softy..

He loves cuddles!

Not socialised with dogs out of the home but this is something my new owner can help me with.

These two girls adore each other, to be homed together. They have the odd squabble now and again but never hurt each other.

Annie likes to protect her food so must be fed separately to libby but shows no problems. www.rescueapet.co.uk

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When it comes to specialist, great value insurance for those working with animals, Cliverton has been top dog for over 40 years. So for the right liability and property cover at the right price, please call our friendly, helpful, animal orientated team.

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Calling all Scottish dogs!

Take Paw-t in a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ record attempt

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very pet owner believes their dog is special, but has your dog got what it takes to participate in a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ challenge?

Your dog won’t have to sprint like Usain Bolt or perform impossible tricks; they’ll simply have to join a fashion tribe for the afternoon. As we all know, GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ cover a huge range of challenges and one firm is seeking doggy volunteers to help set the title for…Wait for it…. The Most Dogs Wearing Bandanas!

On Sunday 30th July 2017, Burns Pet Nutrition, is hosting Dogs’ Day Out at Glamis Castle, Scotland.

Now in its second year, the line-up is packed full of fun dog shows, displays and classes such as A Bit of Ruff, Golden Oldies and Best Dressed Tartan Team. Lynne

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Davies (BBC’s Dog Borstal) will be judging and Scotland’s Ambassadog, Golden George will be in attendance.

With so much in store already, breaking the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Most Dogs Wearing Bandanas would be the icing on the cake. The current record is 764 dogs and Burns Pet Nutrition is hoping to reach the ambitious target of 1,000 dogs.

So, what do pet owners need to do to take part? There is an admin fee of £3* per dog and owners can

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either enter online, or on the day (participating dogs need to be registered and verified before 12:30pm). There is no limit on how many dogs can be entered per owner, but a separate entry form per dog applies. Dogs must be in good general health and be aged one or over, to take part.

Each dog will be allocated a unique number, an official sticker and a certificate for taking part.

They’ll also be able to keep their bandana as a special memento.

Speaking about the event, John Burns, founder of Burns Pet Nutrition, said: “This is our second time holding Dogs’ Day Out Glamis. We’re excited to build on the success of last year by attempting to become a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ record holder.

Dog wearing a bandana

“With the help of our guests, we hope to make history, have fun and achieve something to be proud of.” n Burns Pet Nutrition is based in Kidwelly, South Wales and in addition to its core business, the company also runs a farm shop, café and three local pet shops.

Visit www.burnspet.co.uk

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Burns by Your Side, a community scheme led by Burns Pet Nutrition

Paws raised for Burns by Your Side at volunteering awards urns by Your Side, a community scheme initiative led by Burns Pet Nutrition, scooped the award for Best Volunteer Group (over 25) at the Pembrokeshire Association of Voluntary Services (PAVS) Volunteering Awards on June 7.

The awards, which took place during National Volunteers Week at Regency Hall, Saundersfoot, celebrated the work of volunteers who donate their time and commitment within their communities in Pembrokeshire.

Burns by Your Side is a specially developed reading-to-dogs scheme, which uses trained volunteers and their companion dogs to help children improve their reading skills and communicate more confidently. Burns Pet Nutrition is a family company in Wales that makes specialist foods designed for the health and wellbeing of pets.

The scheme, versions of which are very popular in countries including the US and Sweden, is endorsed by The Kennel Club’s Bark and Read Foundation. The act of children reading to dogs has been proven to help build confidence and literacy skills due to the comforting and reassuring effect of a dog’s presence.

The Burns by Your Side scheme is currently made up of 25 volunteers. It recently launched a recruitment drive to increase the number of volunteers across the South West of Wales; particularly targeting Swansea and Ceredigion over the next six months.

In addition to the group award, Burns by Your Side volunteer Kim Jameson and reading dog Toby took home the prestigious Mary Sigley Award, which celebrates individuals who have transformed their lives through volunteering.

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Kim Jameson said: “I am so delighted and honoured to have won the award. However, we are a team and without everyone else - both fellow Volunteers and coordinators, I could not do what I do.

“The progress I see in the children make this so worthwhile. I have made so many new fabulous friends and likeminded people over the last twelve months and long may it continue.

“This award is not just about me, it is the whole concept of Burns by Your Side. The awards just make it all so special.”

Carol Lincoln, manager of the Burns by Your Side scheme, commented: “We are thrilled to have won Best Volunteer Group (over 25) at the PAVS Volunteering Awards 2017. This achievement is testament to our fantastic volunteers who express complete dedication and enthusiasm in what they do for us and the Burns by Your Side scheme. We couldn’t do what we do

Reading dog

without them and we are extremely grateful to all our volunteers.

“Introducing our reading-to-dogs scheme to the hundreds of school children we currently support is something that is making a huge impact to their lives; their confidence as well as literacy skills are improving and the children love to meet the dogs and their volunteers. We are extremely excited to see what the future holds for Burns by Your Side.” n For further information about the scheme visit www.burnsbyyourside.org

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Greyhound Trust Brands Hatch

www.dunrunnin.org

Greyhounds in Need

www.greyhoundsinneed.co.uk

Amy F15

Angel F

Azlan M4

Bam Bam M15

Sahara F1-2

Flecha F5

Ela F6-7

Shiva F1-2

An affectionate girl.

Loves the attention.

Gentle & easygoing.

Happy-go-lucky boy.

Very good with people and other dogs. She was found on the streets in Almendralejo.

Good with people and other dogs. She was handed in to the RECAL shelter.

She needs a home where someone can spend time with her to help win her round and gain her trust.

She is a lovely looking dog and very friendly. She is young and playful and wants to please.

Retired Greyhound Trust Brentwood www.brentwood.retiredgreyhounds.org.uk Buddy M10

Cash M8

Charm M3

Jed M6

Buddy's always pleased to see you.

He adores human company.

She has a friendly, outgoing nature.

The next doggy David Beckham.

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Sam M4

Bam Bam F5

Thomas M

Rushy M8

I am quite strong and need someone with experience. Please find me a home.

Anyone looking for a good-looking dog?

I love to play fetch with the ball and will even bring it back!

I miss home life can you make it happen again?

Pixie F5

Billy M3

Katie F4

Sean M6

I am a beautiful girl, very loving and I love my food.

I am still a puppy, looking for fun.

I am a beautiful girl looking for fun.

I am looking for a nice family to take me home and show me what this sofa Talk is all about!

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Fine Fettle are expanding into the pet market

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ine Fettle Products Limited, the manufacturers of Happy Tummy® charcoal, Fine Fettle Fly-Spray, Skin Deep, Black Tac, D-Bug and Full Spectrum Herbs, are please to appoint Henry Cole Limited as their wholesalers to the Pet Trade.

After 8 years of successfully trading their products to the equine and human market, Fine Fettle are expanding into the pet market owing to a high level of enquiries they receive from clients who already use their main product Happy Tummy® charcoal.

Happy Tummy® charcoal has been very successful in clearing up stomach problems in horses (and people). It works by adsorbing toxins

from the hind gut and carrying them out of the system naturally. This has the effect of re-balancing the pH i.e. the acid / alkaline balance, which helps the immune system to work better, aids digestion and been shown to clear up a host of stomach related health problems.

The unique approach to human and animal health, which is to remove the cause rather than treating the symptoms, works like a charm. It was pioneered by our Stone Age ancestors who not only decorated their caves with charcoal drawings, but also ate copious quantities of natural wood charcoal to settle their stomachs.

The scientific genius head of the

research team at Fine Fettle realised that this could work for all species of mammal and set out to try and improve the process. After several years of experimentation the team isolated the active ingredient in natural wood charcoal, and developed a way of enhancing its beneficial effects.

This process of ‘potentization’ doesn’t alter the chemical structure of the charcoal but simply boosts its activity on a bio-electro-magnetic level.

The effect of this is to render it more potent as a healing methodology, which is why Happy Tummy® charcoal is proving so successful in helping all mammals to maintain better health.

Wishing to bring the benefits of this

unique product to a yet wider audience, Fine Fettle Products Limited are pleased to work with Trilanco, Battle Hayward & Bower and now Henry Cole in order to cover the full spectrum of animals in their ever expanding markets. www.finefettlefeed.com

TOP DOG EXPERTS ARE HEADING ENMASSE TO NORTH EAST ENGLAND FOR THE FIRST TIME! September 23rd – 25th 2017 is a date to be put in everyone’s diaries. A large number of canine experts from all over the world are gathering at Redworth Hall Hotel, south of Durham to speak at a conference specifically

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aimed at dog professionals, dog owners and of course dog lovers.

“The Pet Dog Trainers of Europe host this event every year in different countries, and it is such an amazing opportunity for people in the UK to

actually have access to all of these experts and their knowledge without having to get on an aeroplane!” says Karen Webb who is organising the event.

“To find out further Information and

to book to attend the event go to www.pdteagm2017.com or email pdteagm@gmail.com

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Show your Support for Wetnose Day for Animals Sir Paul McCartney, Tom Hardy, Joanna Lumley, Brian May, Paul O'Grady and More…. Supporting Wetnose Day for Animals

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usician and environmental campaigner, Sir Paul McCartney has released a new picture of him "Posing with his Nose" in aid of Wetnose Day - along with much loved actor and dog lover Tom Hardy.

Wetnose Day will be taking place across the UK on September 29th October 1st 2017 to help promote the issue of animal welfare and to raise much needed funds to cover essential food and medical treatments for animals in desperate need in the UK. Wetnose Day aims to encourage schools, workplaces, vets, groomers, dog clubs, riding schools, in fact everyone to pose with their nose and raise over £100,000 for dedicated rescue centres nationwide and the animals they care for.

Wetnose Day was established in 2000 by founders Andrea and Gavin Gamby-Boulger. Andrea said, "I was delighted to hear Sir Paul McCartney wanted to support

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"Just think what a difference Wetnose Day could make to rescue centres across the UK, paying vets bills, buying several months of animal feed or helping with repairs to rescue centres across the UK. The knowledge and skills these animal rescue teams have is phenomenal.

NOW, more than ever, is the time to help all animals in need", says Andrea Gamby-Boulger.

Frontline Plus, the flea and tick treatment providers and main sponsors of Wetnose Day stated "Animal welfare is at the core of our business, so we are delighted to endorse, alongside Sir Paul McCartney, Wetnose Day. The UK has hundreds, if not thousands of hard working volunteer rescue centres, and it's essential their work is supported to ensure animals are cared for in the manner they deserve, namely with respect, love and compassion."

Nathan Flatman from Animed Direct, the UK's leading online animal

Tom Hardy pharmacy, stated "We are delighted to be supporting Andrea and her team in promoting Wetnose Day, raising the issues of animal welfare awareness and pet ownership. As pet owners ourselves, who serve thousands of pet customers every day, this campaign is essential and we urge everyone to pose with their nose!"

Fundraisers across the country are now lined up to bungee jump, host sponsored dog walks, hold cake sales and wear the legendary Wetnoses to raise much needed funds for this wonderful UK organisation.

n For more information on how you can get involved or how you can get hold of our famous Wetnose, simply visit www.wetnoseanimalaid.com

WARNING SIGNS of underlying health issues in your dog – and what to do about them

Bad habits or unwelcome, unsightly conditions in your pets may indicate deeper, underlying health issues. Here, John Burns, a vet for almost 40 years, the founder of Burns Pet Nutrition and author of Veterinary Guide to Health and Nutrition, offers a guide of conditions to watch for – and how diet can help resolve them.

Even the most diligent and loving owners may ignore them for a variety of reasons.

Owners might dismiss them on the basis they think: ‘It’s just a habit’; ‘That’s normal for the breed’; ‘That’s what dogs do’; ‘She’s just old’.

But this can mask health problems and mean that treatment is delayed. To avoid ending up in this scenario, we have pulled together a list of common conditions to watch out for in your pets – which could be early indicators of a deeper and more serious problems.

It is worth understanding that every animal’s body is capable of making its own adjustments to maximise its own health potential. But correct lifestyle choices, of which nutrition is the most important, allow the system to make the changes.

This means that many can also be treated by so-called Holistic Nutrition – based on a form of medicine that considers the individual as a whole, physically and psychologically, rather than just the diseased part.

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Wetnose Day and pose with his nose!

Over the last few years Wetnose has been delighted to have fabulous endorsements and support from leading celebrity and animal campaigners including Paul O'Grady, Amanda Holden, Brian May and many, many more.

This has enabled us to raise thousands of pounds for small and medium sized animal sanctuaries, ensuring food costs were covered and veterinary treatment went ahead for animals in desperate need".

"Society in general has, for a number of years, been under severe financial stress, which in turn has seen animal welfare suffer as some people may no longer be able to afford to look after their pets.

Wetnose is plays its part in highlighting animal welfare in the UK and providing vital help and financial support for small animal welfare groups who are at the forefront of animal rescue and care in the UK".

In a nutshell, a change of diet to something more holistic can solve many of these conditions.

For more in-depth information about holistic health, read the Veterinary Guide to Health and Nutrition by John Burns. “It takes 20 minutes to read but it took me 20 years to gather the information,” John says.

Moulting Many dogs moult continuously and many owners assume that this is normal. Part of the vacuum cleaner industry is devoted to developing products specifically to deal with the problem. An annual moult is normal; that’s how the system cleanses itself in preparation for the new season. If it happens continuously, it means that the system is overloaded with waste matter.

Tear Staining Most commonly seen in small breeds, this is not simply a cosmetic issue, nor is it caused by narrow or blocked tear ducts. In fact, it is caused by the body’s toxic burden becoming too great. It can be resolved by a better and more holistic diet.

Drooling We are all familiar with the large breeds of dog trailing great strings of thick saliva. A shake of the head and suddenly we have to wipe our clothes. It may be common in

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large breeds but it’s not inevitable. Once again it’s caused by toxic build up. High quality food fed sparingly should clear it up.

Full anal glands This is commonly thought to be caused by a lack of bulky stools – but that is incorrect.

If it were, the condition would not be seen on low-quality foods which are poorly digested and create lots of faeces In fact, the anal glands are acting as an auxiliary waste storage and disposal system. A high quality food which minimises the amount of waste in the system can be effective.

Bad breath and body odour This are usually signs of general ill-health and possibly secondary bacterial overgrowth in the gut or skin. Check with a vet and try a more natural, wholesome diet.

Dry, scaly skin or a greasy coat Contrary to popular belief, these are not caused by a lack of oil in the diet; both are actually signs of excess of waste which is being discharged. A diet lower in fat and protein should be helpful.

Chewing or licking feet This is not “just a habit.” It occurs because the feet are itching. In Traditional Medicine this would be interpreted as discharge via the Acupuncture meridians – similar to children biting and chewing the finger

John Burns nails. The cause is often overeating, especially high energy-dense foods such as meat or refined carbohydrates.

Barking and yapping This is caused by an imbalance between the amount of energy going into the dog’s system from food, especially fats and proteins, versus the amount of energy the system burns during normal metabolism and exercise. A lower energy intake based on complex carbohydrates and reduced feeding amount, combined with increased exercise will help restore a balance and the dog will become calmer.

Poo eating This characteristic is on its own in terms of its underlying cause. Some authorities and owners believe poo-eating just a bad habit; other think it is due to a deficiency in diet.

Another theory is that there are undigested nutrients in poo which attract the dog. None of these theories is correct. Poo eating is an example of depraved appetite which is actually an illness.

The condition can be responsive to diet, not just type of food but also to the quantity given. I’ve experienced my own dogs show interest in poo but cease quickly when I reduce the amount of food they are given. www.rescueapet.co.uk

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FELISCRATCH by FELIWAY® presented with ‘Cat Friendly’ Award

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eva’s FELISCRATCH by FELIWAY® was presented with a ‘Cat Friendly’ Award

by International Cat Care (iCatCare) at a glittering awards ceremony at the Kensington Roof Gardens in London on 14th July.

FELISCRATCH by FELIWAY was presented with the award in recognition of making a real difference to cat wellbeing and welfare in the last twelve months. It is just the latest FELIWAY product to be presented with iCatCare’s ‘Cat Friendly’ accolade with both FELIWAY® FRIENDS and FELIWAY® CLASSIC already recipients of the prestigious award.

“We’re absolutely delighted that FELISCRATCH by FELIWAY has

won an iCatCare ‘Cat Friendly’ award in recognition of the product’s efficacy and ease of administration,” comments Claire Russell, FELIWAY product manager at Ceva Animal Health.

FELISCRATCH by FELIWAY is a synthetic copy of the feline interdigital semiochemical (FIS) naturally produced by cats and is the only product clinically proven to help redirect scratching behaviour onto a desired location. It helps control both vertical and horizontal scratching and helps prevent inappropriate scratching with newly adopted cats or kittens. n For further information please visit www.feliway.com/uk

CatsMatter - Improving Road Safety for Cats "Almost a quarter of a million cats die on our roads each year. Many are left to die alone and in pain because drivers didn’t feel they were important enough to stop and try and help. Many view cats as an extension to their families and want to be assured that, if the worst happens, all was done to save their pet and they get notified by the authorities.

A campaign has been launched to challenge the laws surrounding cat welfare on our roads and the hope is cats will one day have similar status to dogs. #CatsMatter was set up by two girls, Mandy and Tiya, who have both had cats fall victim to our roads. One of whom

was disposed of on a landfill site by the local council without being scanned. In both cases, the driver failed to stop leaving both girls heartbroken and demanding change.

To date #CatsMatter has changed policy of 20 councils who now scan all domestic pets and reunite them with the owner. Whilst battling policies, #CatsMatter seek to broadcast awareness so cats are at the forefront of drivers minds by distributing educational posters and car stickers around the UK in hope mind-sets will change." n To find out more visit www.catsmatter.org

Agria’s online guide to coping with an unexpected cat pregnancy Agria’s online guide to coping with an unexpected cat pregnancy It’s a startling fact that 78% of cat pregnancies are unplanned, a situation that leaves many owners unsure about how to best look after their cat and her litter during this unexpected time.

To reassure owners of how to give their cat and her kittens the right care throughout pregnancy and birth, Agria Pet Insurance, supported by Your Cat magazine, has created an online guide covering what to expect and what to do.

From identifying when a cat is in heat to what to do during kittening and when to neuter afterwards, the guide offers clear, accessible, step-by-step advice to cover the

entire period.

Packed full of insight and practical advice from leading cat experts, each key moment in a cat’s pregnancy and birth is included to make the process as smooth and worry free as possible.

As well as highlighting health problems to look out for, the guide also advises on how to find good homes for the litter – which is one of the most important things owners can do, considering current figures show that between 130,000 and 150,000 of cats of all ages find themselves in rehoming centres.

The guide is available to download at www.agriapet.co.uk/kittenpr

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Scottish SPCA

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Adaline F1-2

Britney F1

Bubbles F3-5

Butler M4

Cheeky M10

Denny M9-10 wks

Frankie M3-5

Heathcliff M3

All this girl needs is time, love and affection to show her.

We think a home without children would suit her best.

She is a playful girl who sometimes enjoys a chin scratch.

There is only one thing Butler loves more than cuddles and that is his food!

He is friendly, likes a lot of attention and would make a lovely companion.

He is quite a character, making everyone he meets fall in love with him.

He loves attention however he also has an independent side.

He is a lovely friendly boy who will happily come up to you for a scratch on the head!

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Tarot F13

Lola F7

Horace M8

Frodo M14

Camilla F2

Naza F1

Lucy F4

Tinker M1-4

I still love to play and will charge after a dangly toy if you'll play along.

I am a little shy and timid initially and take some time to trust people.

Saying hello to everyone that I meet is one of my favourite things to do.

I would love someone to be around to give me attention when I want it.

I love to play with me NoBowl mouse as it keeps me active.

I would like to be the only pet in the home so that I can have the attention to myself.

I am a very vocal and affectionate girl that loves lots of human attention.

I love to play with my toys and I am really into my treats!

Jasper M18 mths

Poppy F8

Pinky F14

Gizzy M7

Sugar F7

Socks F13

Gaz M13

Sidney M5

I can be a little shy to start with but once I get to know you I do enjoy gentle fuss and attention.

I am quite a shy girl and am looking for an understanding home where I can grow in confidence at my own pace.

I do like to have gentle fuss and attention and I enjoy being groomed as any extra attention is greatly appreciated.

I enjoy being groomed as any extra attention is greatly appreciated and it helps to keep my coat in tiptop condition.

You''ll see from my pictures that I do enjoy attention and love to be stroked and tickled.

I am a very loving and friendly girl that wants a fuss from everyone that I meet.

I would love someone who is patient and caring and in return I will make the best companion.

I love my food and really like using activity toys like my treat ball as it keeps me active.

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Battersea Dogs & Cats Home

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Connie F5

Charlie M11 mths

Leroy M13

A little love bug on the lookout for her perfect new home.

A quiet, safe neighbourhood would suit him.

Loves a fuss, especially a nice chin and cheek rub.

Conker F11

Mackenzie M2

Nero M12 His favourite thing is to cuddle up on your lap while you tell him all your secrets; you can be sure they are safe with him!

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Betty F6-7 Please can you consider me as your new companion.

Jet F2 mths

Loki M2

Plotting and A curious and playful planning to take over girl who loves his new home. inspecting everything.

Priscilla F7-8

Once she feels safe She maintains her mths she is an affectionate A sociable and playful sunny disposition girl that loves a and very much enjoys kitten. He stuns stroke and to lay by her play times everyone with his your side or on your and cuddles. long, jet black lap for extra fussing. fur coat.

Manolo M2 mths

Major M2 mths

Manolo is a shoo-in to be a great little companion.

Major is looking to recruit a bustling family of his own.

Spike M9

Mr B M4

Trixy F4

Toto M9

He really enjoys being stroked, groomed and sitting next to you on the sofa receiving extra fussing.

He has quite a loud purr and will often admiringly look into your eyes.

She loves having company and in her previous home followed her human companion around all day.

His favourite hobby is resting his colossal paws on a nice lap and purring madly while he's adored with strokes and love.

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Baz M3

Bagheera M10-11

I am affectionate and Is a handsome chap love to be stroked like me is what you and sit on knees. have been looking for.

Wallace M7

Mickey M14

James M3

Nora F3

Mclain F13

My main hobbies are eating, sleeping. . . and a little fuss...

I'm looking for a new home that'll love me and help me.

I'd love to a nice quiet home to relax in and play with my toys.

I'm hoping that the right home is just around the corner.

Looking for a quiet home to spend my twilight years .

Archie M8-9

Bumble Bee F8

Lucy F5 & Harley M2

Frasier M9

Rhia F2

Ginny F4-5

Hello, we are Lucy and Harley. We are a Nan and grandson duo looking for a home together as we love each other! We were strays with no- where to call home so are seeking a forever home that we can settle into.

I am looking for a home where I can sleep in a peaceful sunny spot, as it is one of my favorite things to do.

I am a very sweet, friendly and gentle girl and I must confess that I'm a bit of a chatterbox!

Those feather toys are the best thing ever!! I've also found a special kind of love for food... Any food, please!

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Mala F2 mths Keen on spending lots of time with people.

I am a real softie and When I’m not busy I I love being groomed love sitting on a nice by my human friends warm laps and listening to my human and do become a real friends tell me how lap cat once I have beautiful I am. got to know you.

Nala F10 I really enjoy playing with my mouse toy, I find it great fun chasing it around and sometimes fishing rod toys too.

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Panta F1 & Mawana F2

Nicki M7

Nicki has been an Panta and Mawana are two sensitive girls that came here through no fault of their own. indoor cat all of his They share a special bond together and are life so he cannot wait looking for their forever home where they can to venture in to the "big outdoors" for be together. They are still settling in at the the first time. moment and have a tendency to hide.

Claude M7 & Arnie M7

Gilbert M4 mths

Buzzard M2 mths & Kite M2 mths

Meet Wood Green''s resident action heroes Claude and Arnie. Claude is an independent chap who likes company on his terms but also enjoys the freedom to go hunting. Arnie needs lots of attention and stimulation as well as lots of space to explore.

Little Gilbert is a very friendly cute kitten that is unfortunately looking for a new home due to his owner’s allergies.

Little Buzzard came in with his brother Kite, but we can assure you they are little cats and not birds. Both kittens like to play with each other and their toys. Once they have played enough they like to curl up for a little snooze.

Casper M5

Midnight M3

Boat F9 mths

Pixie M2

Peeka F7

Churro F4 mths

Jay Z M3

Cookie F7

He is a gentle soul who has his favourite haunts and wouldn''t say boo to a goose!

Midnight enjoys nothing more than a gentle fuss and attention, when he so desires.

She seems like the perfect little pet to have on your lap and cuddle with.

This charming fella is Pixie and he lives up to his mischievous name!

Peeka is a friendly girl who likes a fuss and is particularly fond of a cardboard box to lounge on!

Little Churro is a girl who is as sweet as her name.

Although I’m quite shy to begin with, I am a cheerful chap who loves to play and enjoys affection.

Meet Cookie, the sweet little cat who is as scrummy as her name! She goes crackers for fuss and loves to play.

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Buttercup F & Daisy F

Bunny M2

Bashful F

Loves attention and Buttercup and Daisy were sadly abandoned so Looking to go to an cuddles and is always they don't have a huge trust in people, for this adult only home with reason we feel they would be best suited to an someone who has happy to interact experienced home with older children. prior experience. with people.

Blizzard M

Tinkerbell F8

Rolex M

Talouse M1

Lola F

He loves to hide under layers of newspapers and comes out every so often for a run around.

Lola is a Kissing Gourami looking for her forever home after arriving in our care through no fault of her own.

Lemmy M2-3

Forrest M11 mths

Nibbles M1

Rapunzel F8 mths

Tango M1

Ruby F2

Looking for a girlfriend to keep me company.

He is very active and needs lots of space to play and toys to play with.

Nibbles is a lonely boy looking for a girlfriend to keep him company.

Rapunzel is looking for a home with a large cage and lots of enrichment.

If you think you could offer Tango his forever home.

Ruby is a sweet girl who is desperately looking for a boyfriend (or a few!)

Princess F3

Mr Jeremy Fisher M2 mths

Squirrel Nutkin M2 mths

He is looking for a home with a large cage to explore.

Squirrel Nutkin is looking for a large cage with lots of enrichment.

Teddy M1

Sprout M10 mths

Pepsi M2

Sam M9 mths

Beech F4 mths & Aster F2 & Anise F2

Peter M3 & Beatrix F Peter and Beatrix are looking for a forever home that can give them lots of space to run around. Peter is a very friendly boy, but Beatrix needs someone to giver her TLC.

Jaime F1 mth

Snoopy M1-2 Snoopy will come over to say hi and take fresh veg out of your hand.

He is a handsome little hamster who is very inquisitive of what's going on around him and likes to have a nosy.

Dat M1

Beech is a friendly female gerbil who is looking for her forever home with her other two friends Aster and Anise. They are looking for a large tank that has lots of bedding for them to dig around in and explore. If you can offer this beautiful trio of girls their forever home.

Hi my name is Jaime, me and my litter mates are beginning the exciting adventure of finding new homes.

Hazel F

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A very inquisitive Looking for his forever rabbit who like to home along with a come up to see what female bunny to keep you are doing. him company.

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Grumpy F

This little lad is This super friendly looking for a home piggy enjoys nothing where he can get lots more than chatting of attention and has away to staff and lots of fun things to getting a cuddle. explore and do.

Blurr M

Angelina F

He is looking for an Angelina has been well He is an energetic experienced owner as handled so her new wee guy who loves a he is a little bit run around his cage owner will need to unsure when and exercise on continue this to being handled. his wheel. maintain her confidence.

Wood Green

Ghost M

She is not overly He will enjoy a new A very nervous rabbit confident being home where he has and we doubt that she has had much handled, but getting plenty of space to used to it. exercise and explore. handling in the past

A single female Rabbit looking for a new home with neutered male.

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Jive F1 mth

Josie F1 mth

Me and my mates Me and my mates are are all female's so we all female's so we are are looking for a looking for a neutered male each neutered male each to live with. to live with.

Sooty M4 & Honey F1 Hello, we’re Sooty and Honey, looking for our new home together. We are slightly different in personality – Honey is more outgoing whereas Sooty is a quiet and gentle natured chap who likes an easy life without too much hustle and bustle.

Diamond F1

It’s a bit lonely on my I would say I'm quite own, so I am looking a handsome rabbit for a male companion with lovely markings so we can eventually along with white little be friends. socks on my front feet.

I'd love a home with a neutered female rabbit for company and to see if she can keep up with me.

Peter M6 & Ellie F9

Alfie M3

Logan M6 mths

Garlic M5

Sybil F1 & Basil M4

Benji M3

Hello, my name is Peter and I live with my mum Ellie. We are slowly beginning to find our paws and will be looking for our forever home in the very near future!

I will need somewhere with some space where I can play and relax.

I am a big active chap who loves to be out in my run and exploring new things.

I am very confident and I think he will make a fantastic pet.

Which is nice!

Hello, my name is Sybil and I live with my friend Basil. We are best friends who do absolutely everything together! We are an active pair who just love the outdoor life.

I really enjoy hopping around my run and through my tunnel.

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The Curious Case of the Weird Fenugreek Crunchie …

Hello! Billy here - chief hay tester at The Hay Experts. My feeder said I could have a word, so I thought I’d share a little tale with you fellow fluffsters … and best not let on you’re reading this; you’ll see why later!

S

o anyway, you know how we get poorly, particularly in our tummies? I’d had a nasty bout a while back, with a stay in hospital and all that (you’ll be able to read my hospital adventures another time), but I’d finally managed to convince the serious ones (my feeder calls them vets) that I was well enough to go home (yay!).

I get home and the first thing that happens is I get groomed within an inch of my life by my soppy sister, Dinkie. Seems she missed me - bless!!

Anyway, I remember my feeder being told I had to eat little but often (yay, again!), so I settled back and had a snooze whilst waiting for supper.

A short time later I got woken by the rustling of what sounded like a tasty treat bag. Yum! Feeling somewhat better now, I wondered what delicious delight could be coming my way, and it wasn’t long before I picked up that delectable aroma of a Fenugreek Crunchie. Woo hoo!

As usual, Dinkie managed to snatch the first one away. Geez, she’s such a pig. I grabbed the next one my feeder handed out.

Delight, however, soon turned to horror. And then horror turned to revulsion. If Mother Nature had blessed us with the ability to vomit, I can assure you I would have - far and wide. But sadly all I could do was toss it aside and get the fowl abomination from my mouth as fast as possible.

What the hell was that?? The taste in my mouth was nothing like I’d ever experienced. A vile, bitter nastiness that clung to my tongue like, well, I know not what.

My feeder disappeared back into the kitchen.

Another Fenugreek Crunchie finally appeared, but by now Dinkie had finished hers and was ready for another, so dived in first. Have you ever seen a bunny put the brakes on mid-dive? Just like a cartoon bunny, she slid into the feeders legs rather than go near that Crunchie.

Something was up, for sure!

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I took a sniff. That smell! Same as the taste still in my mouth from earlier. This time I took a good look at said Crunchie and saw this horrid gloop on it. We were being poisoned!

There’s only one thing to do in a case like this; we both turned and legged it under the sofa. Our feeder trying to poison us. What was going on??

As you can imagine, it took a while before we could brave the world again, and when we did, our feeder was sitting on the floor waiting patiently for us. I could see a bag of Fenugreek Crunchies in front of her.

Perhaps it wasn’t an attempted poison after all, just a dreadful mistake? Could it be??

Well, to cut a long story short, I learned a few lessons that day, I can tell you. First, take a quick sniff before you gobble. It could just spare you from something really nasty.

And second, beware of the ‘hide the medicine’ trick our feeders think is a good idea. Hiding fowl tasting medicine in our favourite things.

Really?? How is that OK? Since then, I’ve learned to eat around anything remotely suspect, and wasn’t even fooled by an innocent-looking green bean with medicine injected in the middle (what was the feeder thinking?!).

But I have managed to enjoy my Fenugreek Cruchies again, so worry not!

Until next time, fellow fluffsters!

Stay safe and keep munching that hay :)

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Doggie Holidays!

No-one wants to leave their dog in kennels during their holiday period.

Passport schemes and dog friendly hotels and apartments now mean you can take your dog on holiday too but you need to ensure that all the vaccinations are up to date and certificated.

BE PREPARED Dogs must be vaccinated against rabies at least 3 weeks before departure. Before you leave, check with your veterinary surgeon to make sure that you take all the precautions relevant to the country. Different species of ticks and worms may require different treatments and sand flies are also a serious health hazard. Ticks are especially common in Mediterranean countries and prevention is essential to avoid tick borne diseases.

In Europe, the most common tick-borne diseases are: • Lyme’s disease – joint pain, lethargy, loss of appetite & fever • Anaplasmosis – “dog fever” – vomiting, diarrhoea & seizures • Ehrlichiosis – fever, loss of appetite, weight loss, depression, runny nose, watery eyes, respiratory distress, bloody noses & swollen lymph nodes • Babesiosis – anaemia, red urine, fever, swollen lymph nodes, weakness & heart failure if not treated 50

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• Bartonellosis – lameness, fever, swollen lymph nodes, nausea, shivering & restlessness.

If your dog exhibits any of these symptoms during or after your vacation, take them to the vet immediately. Antibiotic treatment is effective providing it is started immediately. Any delays can result in losing your beloved pet.

In the Mediterranean, in addition to roudnworms, heartworm, tapeworm, hook warms, whip worms and lung worms are common so you need a broad spectrum wormer. Heart worms are spread by mosquitos so an insect repellent collar or twice daily spray is recommended.

Bio-Life EcoCitcin based on picaridin is very effective and approved for prevention.

Leishmeniasis is spread by sandflies. Contrary to expectations, they are found in woods and gardens and not on the beach. Symptoms include weight loss, skin and eye

lesions, lameness and enlarged lymph nodes. To prevent, do not let dogs sleep outside and use repellent collar or apply insect repellents daily.

OTHER PRECAUTIONS Making sure your dog is fit to travel is clearly important. Dogs with existing medical conditions need special care and your vet is the best source of advice. Comfort breaks are essential and traveling and walking during the heat of the day is best avoided. Ample supplies of fresh water and access to shade prevents heat stress. Make sure your dog is checked by a local vet before departing and receives appropriate treatments for worms and ticks. Very importantly, make sure that the vet records and signs off the treatments otherwise you can face delays at port or even have your dog quarantined for 6 months!

A few simple precautions can make sure that you and your beloved 4 legged friend enjoy a lovely holiday! n For more information visit www.biolife-international.co.uk www.rescueapet.co.uk

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Equine News ...

When Equine Dentist Bill Lomax met Polly, she was a Scrawny Little Horse in the Corner of a Stable. For a Brief Second He thought She was a Donkey!

H

e discovered she had Parrot mouth, a genetic dental disorder. Rescuing her from a dealer Bill took Polly home. She has now been with him for 8 years and now she has something to Smile about!

“Polly is a well bred seven year old thoroughbred broodmare who to my knowledge, has bred two foals. I first saw her whilst working on some horses at a dealing and livery yard. I caught a glimpse of this scrawny little horse in the corner of a stable, and for a brief second I thought it was a donkey. Her body was so weak and frail, but her eyes were so bright and her ears pricked forward.

From just looking at the shape of her muzzle, it was obvious that she had severe overbite, or parrot mouth, as we call it. I mentioned this to the dealer, but she seemed more concerned about whether the mare would get in foal when she was next covered.

Parrot mouth, a genetic dental disorder, is poor head conformation and often easily identified by the shape of the muzzle. Parrot mouth occurs when the upper jaw is longer than the lower jaw causing the upper front teeth (incisors) to overshoot the lower front teeth, making it very difficult for the horse to graze or nip the grass. In severe cases, it can be impossible for the horse to graze.

The distance of the mismatch of the front teeth will be the same distance as the mismatch of the molars at the

back on the mouth. A normal horse's mouth is naturally designed to crop the grass with the front teeth, then feed it back to the cheek teeth (molars) to grind and crush in a figure eight motion, until ready to swallow for digestion.

The 36 teeth work together in occlusion (the upper and lower teeth coming together when the mouth is closed), erupting at the same rate as they wear down.

I asked the dealer if she minded me having a quick look at Polly. I was appalled that a horse had been allowed to get into that state - her jaw was in total gridlock - and when I left the yard that day, I was very upset.

In Polly's case the grass needed to be at least four inches long so she could clamp the grass with her lower incisors and the hard palate. Only 20 of her 36 teeth were in occlusion. The remaining 16 teeth were unopposed (malocclusion) and had continued to erupt at a fast rate. This would eventually have caused mayhem to the whole of the mouth and I think Polly would have been an example of death by dentition through starvation.

After two sleepless nights of not being able to get Polly out of my mind, I plucked up the courage and left a message at the yard offering meat money for the mare. I paid £200 for her so as I could take her home and work on her mouth and also take her out of the breeding circuit.

When I work on a horse I usually

Below > Bill Lomax and Polly

start at the back of the mouth and work my way out, but in Polly's case I had to work my way in through large focal overgrowths to find teeth part embedded in her tongue, and inside cheek ulcers all over her mouth.

I have done around seven hours work on her so far. It is crucially important that the work needs to be done gradually in one hour sessions, as to reconstruct and release the jaw instantly could be fatal - the jaw muscle would not be able to cope with the new jaw and the horse has to learn how to eat again. You only have to look at the pictures below to see what good progress she is making.

The full mouth speculum (gag) needs to be specially adapted for parrot mouth using a designed upper bite plate softly padded to sit in roof of mouth making it easier for the dentist and comfortable for the horse. I have about another two hours work to do on Polly in the next couple of months.

After that she will need to be looked at every six months for routine

maintenance. The teeth have now been realigned by around an inch, so Polly finds it much easier to eat, and is putting weight on well.

Polly has been exceptionally good throughout this experience and has required no sedation at all. Her eyes, which were what attracted me to her in the first place, have remained bright throughout, and she always has her ears pricked. She seems to enjoy me working in her mouth.

Amazingly, she loves people, and I am planning on taking her with me on some of my lecture demonstrations to show people what a difference we can make. A parrot mouth does not have to condemn a horse; with good management and routine dental maintenance, they perform as well as any other.

Needless to say 8 years on I still own Polly and now she eats me out of house and home. Bless her.”

Bill Lomas Equine Dentist

Mare & Foal Sanctuary appeals for volunteers to help at its popular Visitor Centre

D

o you love meeting new people, making new friends, working with horses and ponies and can give up some free time to help a good cause?

The Mare & Foal Sanctuary is appealing for more volunteers at its Coombe Park visitor centre near Totnes.

The volunteers are needed on the reception to greet the hundreds of visitors who come along every summer, as well as helping out in the popular centre café.

Visitor Centre manager Tracy Gray said: “We have several volunteers but the centre has been getting busier and busier thanks to all the people who are coming to visit us from all over the country.

“The summer holidays are always hectic but it’s a wonderful atmosphere here and we all muck in to make it a great experience for everyone.

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“We’re also able to provide on-the-job training and there are always people around to help. We’re not looking for horse experts, just people who love animals and don’t mind a varied and interesting role.

“Our volunteers come from all walks of life and all of them say it’s a great way to meet new people and make new friends, as well as helping to gain confidence.

“Working people with a few hours to spare can also volunteer because we can work out the best hours to suit them.

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“All our volunteers love helping out at the Sanctuary. Many have been with us for years and love working for such a worthwhile cause – helping us with the rescuing and rehoming of our beautiful horses and ponies.”

The money raised at the visitor centre goes towards rescuing, rehabilitating, retraining and rehoming ponies, horses and foals that have been abandoned, mistreated or neglected. n Anyone interesting in applying to join the Sanctuary team can fill in an online enquiry form on our website at www.mareandfoal.org or email volunteers@mareandfoal.org Alternatively call the Mare & Foal Sanctuary on 01626 355969 or pop into our Visitor Centre at Littlehempston for more details.

DATE FOR THE DIARY MARE & FOAL SANCTUARY’S HAPPY HOOVES CLUB Every Wednesday morning throughout August the charity will be holding funfilled pony care sessions, including everything from making haynets to grooming and cleaning tack.

The sessions cost £15 for two hours and include a free gift and certificate for every child. There’s also the chance to adopt one of our horses and ponies so you can keep up to date with their progress from anywhere in the country.

Anyone wanting to book a place on a Happy Hooves session should contact the Sanctuary on 01803 866615 or e-mail events@mareandfoal.org for more details.

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Blue Cross

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Alphie M4

Puffin F7

Jep M3 mths

Daiquiri M3 mths

April F3 mths

Texas F7-8

Daffodil M8-9

Jamaica M2-3

I am a sweet little pony with a calm nature.

I am and I do have a very curious affectionate character!

I am only small at the moment but should make a nice size cob when fully grown.

Am getting used to being handled and groomed, I love people so I don't mind.

I am good to handle and enjoy a good starch.

I can also be quite a strong pony on the ground.

I like to be the boss so would benefit from a companion who lets me boss.

To ensure I mature into a well handled pony I will need consistent handling.

Skippy F2-3

Micky M4 mths

Boyd M8-9

Gareth M4-5

Crouton M2-3

Olive F8-9

Tubbs M4-5

Jester M4 mths

I am sweet, inquisitive and love to be groomed and fussed.

I will happily lead out in hand as I am such a good girl to handle.

From the moment I was born I have been very confident and a firm favourite with all the grooms. I am very good to handle.

I am very rewarding to work with and build a strong bond with my handler and get on well with other horses.

Being a very sweet and easy going pony who is easy to do in every way I am a pleasure to have around. Nothing seems to faze me.

Although I am too young to start any groundwork I will happily lead out in hand as I am such a good boy to handle.

I am happy to be left alone for short periods once settled so would make a brilliant companion to a ridden horse.

YO people! I am the tub-tastic Tubbs and I will shortly be looking for a home as a Shetland-type companion.

I am good to handle and am used to the grooms here now. I enjoy spending time out in the field playing with the other foals.

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Abu M1

Alice F3

Alicia F4

Anushka F1

Apple F5

Beau F4

Bridget F7

Darley M12

He is a polite little man who will mix well with all people.

Alice has taken everything in her stride.

She has potential to ride/drive with the right handler.

Anushka is a really friendly little girl who loves people.

An affectionate mare with a lovely temperament.

Needs a home where she has company.

Lives out full time.

Bridget is a lovely quiet mare who is good to handle.

Needs someone to spend time building a bond with him.

Bailey F6

Beastie M4

Beautiful F1

Bugsy M13

KB M6

Eclipse F1

Genie M2

Ice M1

Bailey is as bright as a button and very intelligent. She has a keen mind and is very quick to learn.

He has a lovely temperament.

Sensible, laid back, but does have a slightly cheeky side.

A lovely, friendly little pony who just needs to widen her horizons and gain more experience.

A lovely chap with a kind, gentle personality. Enjoys being pampered and he loves a cuddle.

He is good with both the vet and farrier, will need time to adjusts to life with his new family.

Eclipse is a pretty, dainty little thing, darting about all over the place! She is a sweet little pony.

A lovely young pony who enjoys being groomed and going for walks. He is very friendly.

He is a confident, cheeky little boy with a bold attitude which should serve him well.

Maestro M7 he needs to be handled by people with an extensive knowledge of horse behaviour and body language.

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April F10

Bella F3

Cherrie F16

Cooper M3

Davina F16

Ellie F16

Enzo M2

April has sweet itch which is controlled well with a snuggyhoods rug, this will be available to go with her.

She has received basic handling and is maturing into a steady pony but as she currently lives out 24/7 will need time to adjust if to be stabled.

We are looking for a special home for this wonderful girl where she can have the all the love and understanding that she needs.

As he matures he will likely need restricted summer grazing due to his breed and size.

She is good to handle in most situations but occasionally can get strong when being led

She is happy to stay alone in a stable for a short period of time so may make a good companion to a ridden pony.

looking for a home where he could be a companion or be considered for training for ride or drive.

Maggie May F15

Martie M4

Oreo M7

Rosie F15

Ruby F4

Stardust F7

Tequila F14

Toby M22

This lovely girl is now looking for a loving home as a non-ridden companion.

He can be pushy so requires a carer who can give him boundaries and continue his education.

He needs a home with appropriate fencing and ideally used to Shetland ponies.

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

Ruby has received basic handling and is used to coming in to the stables for a short period of time.

She can live in mixed herds and as a native type can live out year round but will require restricted grazing.

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

Toby is easy to look after and has helped on our Discovery courses teaching children how to care for horses.

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