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Rabbit found squashed in guinea pig cage in alley

Rabbit found squashed in guinea pig cage in alley

16 December 2014

RSPCA appeal for a home for Ethel after she was found squashed into a guinea pig cage and abandoned in an alleyway.

Eddie the emu hit by car

Eddie the emu hit by car

12 December 2014

Eddie the emu - one of a pair at a Kent attraction - has been struck by a car and killed after escaping his enclosure.

There’s room at the inn for all of them – even the arthritic pig

There’s room at the inn for all of them – even the arthritic pig

12 December 2014

Talking parrots, marmoset monkeys, an owl called Noodle and a pig with arthritis are all moving into a pub garden, as a couple create their own zoo.

Owners devastated after cats shot

Owners devastated after cats shot

11 December 2014

Two women have been left distraught after their cats were shot with air rifles – killing one and leaving another seriously injured.

Marksman shoots foxes on golf course

Marksman shoots foxes on golf course

11 December 2014

A golf club has confirmed that a number of foxes have been shot on the course due to "general damage, trails and excrement" left behind.

Animal charity will receive special hampers

Animal charity will receive special hampers

08 December 2014

An animal rescue centre in Kent will receive a number of festive hampers after being chosen as a company's Christmas charity.

Delight as beloved pet returns home

Delight as beloved pet returns home

05 December 2014

A cat owner is delighted after her pet which was missing for four days returned home.

Staffie-cross looking for new home

Staffie-cross looking for new home

04 December 2014

An abandoned dog with a skin condition is hoping to find a new owner in time for Christmas.

How to tell if a goat is happy

How to tell if a goat is happy

03 December 2014

New research at a goat sanctuary in Kent has determined how to tell if goats and other livestock are satisfied with their lot - we kid you not.

Appeal for fosterers for 'death row' dogs

Appeal for fosterers for 'death row' dogs

01 December 2014

The RSPCA in Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells is looking for dog lovers who could foster a dog saved from being put to sleep.

Rare deadly spider found in Kent back garden

Rare deadly spider found in Kent back garden

28 November 2014

A spider that can potentially kill a human has been taken to a rare breeds centre after being found in a back garden.

What a pane! African parrot dazed after hitting window

What a pane! African parrot dazed after hitting window

28 November 2014

University students saved an exotic bird from a magpie attack after it flew headfirst into a glass pane.

Dog saved by mouth-to-muzzle resuscitation

Dog saved by mouth-to-muzzle resuscitation

27 November 2014

A quick-thinking firefighter didn't let a lack of equipment stop him trying to save a dog's life, after it was rescued from a burning house.

Completely quackers!

Completely quackers!

27 November 2014

A mysterious, kind-hearted person has been leaving yellow rubber ducks with notes and money attached scattered around a Kent town.

Men happy to get catty for charity shoot

Men happy to get catty for charity shoot

25 November 2014

A fundraising team have found a purr-fect recipe to raise money for a Kent cattery - and calendar buyers are lapping it up.

Pet presents to spoil your furry friends

Pet presents to spoil your furry friends

25 November 2014

Want to spoil your favourite furry friend? Here are some top tips on treats to tempt your pets this festive season.

Three dogs and a cat rescued from house fire

Three dogs and a cat rescued from house fire

25 November 2014

A dog received oxygen therapy after it was pulled from a burning house.

Kent spearheads plans to control horse killing plant

Kent spearheads plans to control horse killing plant

20 November 2014

Kent is at the centre of the largest-ever study into a plant that can prove fatal to horses and other livestock.

Kent Fur and Rescue Service praised after kittens rescued

Kent Fur and Rescue Service praised after kittens rescued

19 November 2014

An owner has praised the efforts of the fire brigade after three three-week-old kittens were rescued from a house fire.

Joy as missing moggie is found

Joy as missing moggie is found

18 November 2014

A missing Maidstone cat who attracted national publicity after an extraordinary campaign by his owner has been found.

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