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Video: Amazing footage of dozens of whales off Kent

Video: Amazing footage of dozens of whales off Kent

17 November 2014

A pod of 28 whales has been captured on video being herded out to sea in an "exhilarating" rescue mission.

Dogs put down after ravaging sheep

Dogs put down after ravaging sheep

15 November 2014

A pair of killer dogs have been destroyed after more than half a flock of sheep was savaged.

The sick and emaciated puppies shipped through Kent

The sick and emaciated puppies shipped through Kent

13 November 2014

Unscrupulous breeders are shipping puppies - often too young to leave their mothers and riddled with worms - through a Kent port.

Puppies die after being dumped on doorstep

Puppies die after being dumped on doorstep

11 November 2014

Two puppies left out in the rain in a sealed up box on a doorstep in Kent have died, but a third had a happier ending after being re-homed.

Burglary arrests after police chase and smash

Burglary arrests after police chase and smash

11 November 2014

Four people have been arrested and bailed on suspicion of burglary after a suspected stolen car crashed into a tree while being chased by police.

Bears say hello to new Kent home

Bears say hello to new Kent home

07 November 2014

Two Bulgarian bears which were saved from appalling conditions have been brought to a new home at a wildlife park in Kent

Fisherman nets fine for failing to hold licence

Fisherman nets fine for failing to hold licence

07 November 2014

An angler has been slapped with a hefty fine after fishing in a popular lake without the correct documents.

Two dogs killed after being scared by fireworks

Two dogs killed after being scared by fireworks

06 November 2014

Two pet dogs have been killed after they were scared by fireworks and bolted into the road.

Pet owner fined for allowing cat to suffer from painful tumour

Pet owner fined for allowing cat to suffer from painful tumour

06 November 2014

A cat had to be put down after an owner failed to take her to a vet when a large tumour started to grow on her lip. Warning: Contains graphic image.

Scooby saves pal Sophie-Alice's life

Scooby saves pal Sophie-Alice's life

01 November 2014

Specially-trained labrador Scooby is a life-saver - after 'sniffing out' his owner's high blood sugar levels.

Injured moggy on road to recovery

Injured moggy on road to recovery

31 October 2014

Stray cat Ed is hoping for a happy ending after undergoing surgery to repair a large wound.

Scooby saves sleeping youngster

Scooby saves sleeping youngster

30 October 2014

He's my hero. Scooby the labrador saved the life of 11-year-old Sophie-Alice Pearman by alerting her to a potential life-threatening condition.

Animal charity asks for help

Animal charity asks for help

29 October 2014

An animal charity in Kent that homes unwanted and ill animals is searching for a new patron to help.

Specsavers welcomes man's best friend

Specsavers welcomes man's best friend

28 October 2014

A range of furry visitors were welcomed to an opticians in Kent as part of a fundraising day.

 Young animal lover saves dog's life

Young animal lover saves dog's life

28 October 2014

Grateful neighbours have praised an 11-year-old dog lover whose quick thinking saved the life of their much-loved pet.

Dog attacks boys

Dog attacks boys

27 October 2014

Two boys were taken to hospital after being bitten by a dog at a house in Strood.

Families plagued by rats

Families plagued by rats

25 October 2014

Children are being kept awake at night by scratching noises as a plague of rats blights several families.

Woman goes walkies... and lizard comes too!

Woman goes walkies... and lizard comes too!

24 October 2014

Passersby were shocked when they saw this woman taking a lizard for a walk... but the explanation is even more bizarre!

Chihuahua family handed in to rescue centre

Chihuahua family handed in to rescue centre

24 October 2014

A dogs' charity is looking to rehome seven Chihuahuas named after the famous Disney dwarfs.

Ill-treated dog found abandoned in Kings Hill, West Malling

Ill-treated dog found abandoned in Kings Hill, West Malling

22 October 2014

An ill-treated dog, believed to have been stolen for industrial breeding, has been recovered after being abandoned in Kings Hill.

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