Due to the unprecedented number of enquiries from individuals and groups interested in taking this little girl, the management have decided that it is not in the interest of the dog or the Home to offer her for adoption through our normal procedure. Therefore she will NOT be available for adoption or viewing today as previously stated to several people and has been removed from the kennels for her own sake. She will be found a home by other means.

We sincerely apologise to the genuine people who offered a home for her.

Please do not visit the Home to view her today as she is not with us here.

Thank you.

We are all wearing our purple poppies (as well as a red one) to commemorate all of the animals that have given their lives during war. Never forget the sacrifice made by all in conflicts across the world.

This time of year is often not a happy one for dog owners as many get distressed by the noise. Below are some ideas that may help to get through it as worry-free as possible.

Take them out for LOTS of exercise during the day so they are tired in the evening!

Feed them a little earlier than usual if necessary. If they are distressed they may lose their appetite and a full dog is often a tired dog!

Have a safe place for them to go to in the quietest part of the house and close doors and curtains to keep out as much of the noise and bright flashes as possible.

Have the television or radio on slightly louder than usual and play with them to keep them distracted and stimulated. Sometimes a new toy is all it takes to take their mind off everything else!

If you go outside make sure they are closed in another room and if you do take them out make sure they have a collar and ID tag on! There are more lost dogs at this time of year than any other!

Above all, try to act normally yourself. If the thought of a stressed dog makes you stressed then they will know it! Your pet picks up on unusual behaviour and it will put them on edge before the noise starts when they may not have actually been bothered!

As a sign of respect to the owners The Dogs & Cats Home will not be opening until 2.00pm today.

The Vets, Groomers and Water Walkies is open as usual and Reception will be open for any enquiries, but please note there may be a delay in answering some phone calls.

Thank you for your patience.