News Archive
Pet charity's most memorable cases
A veterinary charity's list of most memorable cases in the last year includes a puppy that fell off a cliff, two shot cats and a dog that ate Homer Simpson.
December30thFiremen rescue reindeers in traffic
Firefighters in Basingstoke made a gesture of seasonal goodwill as they came to the rescue of two reindeer caught up in travel chaos.
December24thCat nearly killed eating decoration
They say curiosity killed the cat, but in this instance it was one domestic kitty's curious eating habits which nearly led to its downfall.
December22ndSlump in first-time buyers market
Research from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has shown the proportion of first-time buyers purchasing property dropped to its lowest level for a year last month.
December18thSlimmed down Dalmatian needs home
A slimline Dalmatian whose soft spot for crisps and chocolate once sent his weight rocketing up to 11 stone is in need of a new home after his previous owner was banned from keeping dogs, RSPCA Warrington has said.
December17thOwners "must not self-treat pets"
Vets are warning pet owners not to attempt to treat poorly animals by themselves after a neglected collie dog had its infected legs dressed with parcel tape.
December14thMortgages hit December 2007 levels
October saw the number of mortgages advanced to house buyers bounce back to levels last seen in December 2007, as the housing market continues to recover
December14thPet owners told of festive hazards
Pet owners are being urged by vets to make sure their homes are safe during the festive period, as Christmas can create hazards for animals in the house.
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