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Police and council tackling loose horse problems on A338 around Odstock

LOOSE horses are causing concern in the Odstock area. Wiltshire Council and Wiltshire Police have joined forces in a bid…

Horses on Odstock roads causing problems, say police

HORSES are causing problems on roads in the Odstock area, police said. Wiltshire Police said they had received dozens of…

Maverick and Goose napping on the job... Pictures: Avon & Somerset Police

Adorable new faces will soon be fighting crime in Wiltshire and Somerset

WHO could not like these adorable faces? Well, in the future, criminals will be dismayed to see them, because they…

Chris Packham is new RSPCA president

Chris Packham is new RSPCA president

WILDLIFE expert and campaigner Chris Packham has been named president of the RSPCA. The TV presenter, pictured, who is currently…

Flying Xolo, Harris Dickenson’s wonderful photo of his his three-year-old intermediate Xoloitzcuintli placed second in the competition Credit: Harris Dickenson

Photographer takes second place in Young Kennel Club competition

The Young Kennel Club (YKC) has announced the winners of its annual Artist of the Year competition, with a…

Some will have fallen from their nests in trees and bushes, some will have found their way there by other means.

Found a baby bird on the ground, then you need to follow this advice

It is quite common at this time of year to find baby birds on the ground. Some will have fallen…

Vaccination can significantly reduce any illness resulting from exposure to parvovirus Credit: Freepik

Dog owners urged to spot symptoms of parvovirus following outbreak

Dog owners are being asked to keep a close eye on their dogs after an outbreak of parvovirus in…

Kitten

Legislation to make microchipping for cats compulsory by June 2024

Legislation to introduce compulsory cat microchipping was put before Parliament on 13 March, making it easier for lost or…

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Initiative launched to help owners worried about their dog’s weight

PDSA and Royal Canin are calling on pet owners in the south west to take advantage of a free…

Cat-shelter

Care for unwanted cats never really stops at the Cat Watch Rescue Shelter

One of the largest Wiltshire charities looking after unwanted pets is the Cat Watch Rescue Shelter, in Amesbury. Tristan Ovington…