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Two more bird feeders for you to make

17/5/2020

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See the National Trust website for lots more ideas and inspiration.
Click here  to see how to make a plastic bottle bird feeder

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New legislation to end puppy and kitten farming has finally come into force

20/4/2020

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Known as 'Lucy’s Law' and named after Lucy, a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel who died in 2016 after being subjected to appalling conditions on a Welsh puppy farm, the legislation will mean that anyone looking to buy or adopt a puppy or kitten must now either deal directly with a breeder or visit an animal rehoming centre or shelter. 
Lucy’s Law means that puppies and kittens can no longer be sold by or through a third party; for example a commercial pet shop. Only breeders who have bred the animal themselves will be legally allowed to sell puppies and kittens to prospective pet owners, from the animal’s place of birth. 
This means that anyone looking to buy or adopt a puppy or kitten under six months old must either deal directly with a breeder, or an animal rehoming centre. Puppy sales will only legally be completed after they are eight weeks old from the home or environment in which they were born and within the presence of the breeder and the mother. 
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image (c) Mayhew Home
The ban will put an end to the early separation of puppies and kittens from their mothers, as well as the terrible conditions in which some animals are bred. Such practices can cause lifelong socialisation issues for the animals, as well as increasing the likelihood of them developing preventable diseases. Besides protecting and improving animals lives, the ban will also protect the public from being tricked by unscrupulous sellers and deter puppy smugglers who abuse the Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) by bringing underage puppies into the UK, which are then sold on for financial gain. 

                                                                         Mayhew’s support for Lucy’s Law
The decision to ban third party sales follows years of high profile campaigning by animal welfare charities including Mayhew and was taken following a public consultation in 2018 that revealed a 95% support for the ban. 
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tips for keeping pets cool in summer

25/5/2019

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We can take steps to make ourselves comfortable in hot weather, but our animal friends have to depend on us to help them.  Below are some helpful tips, thanks to the RSPCA.
  • Never leave animals in hot cars, conservatories, outbuildings or caravans, even if  just for a short while. Temperatures can quickly rise to 47°C (117°F) which can result in death.
  • Use pet safe sun cream on exposed parts of your pets skin, such as the tips of ears and nose, to avoid sunburn. If you're unsure about the right product to use, please ask your vet.
  • Ensure pets always have access to shade and fresh drinking water to help keep them cool.
  • Check every day for flystrike
  • Putting ice cubes into your dog or cat's water bowl or making some tasty ice cube treats is another great idea.
  • Damp towels for your pet to lie on or an ice pack wrapped in a towel could provide a welcome relief from the heat.
  • Dogs may also appreciate a paddling pool to splash around in.  Take a look below at a dog in the RSPCA's care enjoying a cool dip
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World endangered Species  dAy

22/5/2019

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World Endangered Species Day doesn't have to be limited to one day.  Always choose #responsibletourism  to help protect the animals of our environment.
Music: 'Acoustic Breeze' from Bensound.com                          Holiday Inn Resort Kandooma Maldives
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PAUL O'GRADY: FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS

21/3/2019

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Filmed across Battersea's three centres in London, Old Windsor, and Brands Hatch, animal lover and Battersea Ambassador Paul O’Grady was star - along with the lovely canines - of a TV series ‘For the Love of Dogs’. Paul met some of the many Battersea dogs looking for help, love and new homes.
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