Posted by Abigail on 30/07/08, filed under News | Leave a comment
If you were watching the news this morning, you might have heard the piece regarding the latest RSPCA figures. The RSPCA reports an increase in convictions for dog cruelty of more than a third. This, however, is not necessarily an indication of an increase in cruelty, but could reflect the effectiveness of the new Animal Welfare Act.
Read more on this story on the BBC website at http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/7531095.stm
and on the RSPCA website at http://www.rspca.co.uk/servlet/Satellite?pagename=RSPCA/RSPCARedirect&pg=NewsFeature&marker=1.
The beautiful boy pictured above is Rocky, a German Shepherd whose previous owners were prosecuted and banned from keeping animals for five years – it’s hard to believe he’s the same dog in both pictures. Thank you to the RSPCA website for the photo. He is now looking for a loving new home. Check out the link below for more details:
http://www.rspca.co.uk/servlet/Satellite?pagename=RSPCA/RSPCARedirect&pg=animalsforrehoming&marker=1&articleId=1213709358072
For info on the Animal Welfare Act 2006 see http://www.defra.gov.uk/animalh/welfare/act/index.htm
What do you think of the Animal Welfare Act? We would be interested to hear your comments.
Posted by Abigail on 25/07/08, filed under Events | Leave a comment
Saturday 26 July 2008 is the day of the Mount Noddy Animal Centre summer fayre and fun dog show (website at http://www.mountnoddy.co.uk/).
Registration starts at 10.30 am and classes include Rescue Dog of the Year. There will also be a demo by the Oving Dog Training Group. Other attractions include face painting, a licensed bar, a tombola and much more!
The fun doesn’t stop there! On Sunday 27 July, the Regis Jazz Band will be providing the entertainment, while Anthony Calf from BBC’s New Tricks will be auctioning signed photos and other great items.
Mount Noddy is owned and operated by the Sussex, Chichester and District branch of the RSPCA. Pictured right are some of their beautiful canine residents.
Posted by Abigail on 23/07/08, filed under Summer fun and advice | Leave a comment
Pictured right is beautiful Loki, enjoying the sunshine. To make sure you enjoy the sun as much as Loki is, just a few quick reminders (further to our previous posts http://blog.grovelodge.co.uk/page/8/), to ensure you and your pets stay safe in the sun.
Make sure your pets have access to shade and fresh water at all times.
Always walk dogs early in the morning or later in the evening when the sun has gone down.
NEVER EVER leave your pet in a hot car, even for just a few minutes. Heatstroke can occur in a very short space of time and can be fatal. If you suspect your pet has heatstroke, drench it with cool water and wet towels and take it to the vet IMMEDIATELY.
If you are having a BBQ, make sure all bones, corn on the cob kernels and kebab sticks are kept well out of your pet’s reach to avoid the danger of choking.
We will be featuring Loki soon on the blog as she is a very unusual breed – a Dorset Bulldog – and is looking for a new home. Could you be the new owners this loving young dog is looking for? Take a look at www.wadars.co.uk
For more info on summer safety, have a look at the Dog’s Trust website:
http://www.dogstrust.org.uk/information/atozofdogs/s/safety/safetyinhotweather/
Now where did I put the sun cream …?!
