Posted by Abigail on 08/06/09, filed under Events, News | Leave a comment
If you like a spot of culture, this delightful evening in the great outdoors is definitely for you.
Cats Protection is hosting an outdoor performance of A Midsummer Night’s Dream in the grounds of the National Cat Centre in Ashdown Forest (RH17 7TT) on Thursday 18 June 2009.
Gates open at 6 pm and the café will be open until the start of the performance at 7.30 pm.
The performance will last approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes and includes a 20 minute interval.
Tickets are £15 (£9 for children) and are available by calling 01825 741 900. Everyone is encouraged to bring low-backed chairs, rugs, cushions and a picnic. Wear layers as it can still get chilly at night and bring waterproofs in case of showers. Umbrellas will not be allowed – Cats Protection suggest ‘wearing a hat, a poncho and a smile instead!’
The event is part of Paws Outdoors, which is a month long campaign to raise money by doing what cats love most – relaxing outside!
Posted by Abigail on 05/06/09, filed under News | 1 comment
There are many words that could be used to describe the children who were found playing catch with a tiny kitten in Worthing recently, however none of them are fit to be printed.
A gentleman was walking his dog in Homefield Park when he heard the distressed cries of the kitten and realised two young boys, aged around twelve, were playing catch and football with her in a rucksack.
Luckily, he managed to chase the boys off and take the kitten to Grove Lodge. It is a miracle that when she was examined, the kitten was found to be nothing more than very shocked and bruised. If it had not been for the actions of this caring passer by, it is more than likely these brutal thugs would have killed this tiny bundle, who is thought to be only around 6 weeks of age.
It is hard to imagine what possesses a 12 year old child to attack a defenceless kitten. Such a beautiful baby animal would enchant most children, not inspire them to terrify and torture it.
If they are capable of this, how long before they are attacking other children? What happens when these violent children become violent adults? The boys were described as being around 12 years of age, one with dark hair, beige tracksuit bottoms, a dark t-shirt and black trainers. The other is thought to be the same age, with beige tracksuit bottoms, blonde short hair, blue and white t-shirt and white trainers. If you know anything about this shocking attack, please contact Sussex Police on 08456 070 999 quoting incident number 743/050609.
Posted by Abigail on 28/05/09, filed under News | 1 comment
Part of responsible pet ownership should include a microchip, which we have mentioned here on the blog previously. This is a permanent identification of your pet and ensures that you are much more likely to be reunited with them should you become separated.
To promote microchips, The Kennel Club is running National Microchipping Month during June.
Microchips at Grove Lodge cost only £16.15, which is a one off fee and can be carried out in an ordinary consultation. Contact your local branch to book an appointment.
