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Sadness as rare bird of prey dies after landing in Kent garden
14 September 2024A bird of prey from a species rarely seen in Kent has died despite a rescue effort by several animal lovers.
‘Miracle’ as dog missing for more than three years returns home
13 September 2024The owners of a dog suspected to have been snatched from their garden more than three years ago have described having her back as a “miracle”.
Wildlife charity loved by Hollywood star on brink of closure
13 September 2024An animal charity that boasts A-list support from actor Johnny Depp and The Kinks’ Dave Davies is on the brink of closure amid rising costs.
‘I’m disgusted my livestock keeps getting attacked by dogs’
12 September 2024A farmer is calling for dog owners to keep their animals on the lead after one of his lambs was left covered in blood from a dog attack.
20 dogs in Kent desperate for a forever home
10 September 2024An animal rescue charity has profiled 20 dogs up for adoption in Kent who are searching for a family to give them the love they deserve.
Speedboat hurtling through nature reserve sparks wildlife concerns
05 September 2024Footage of a boat motoring through a beauty spot has sparked environmental concerns about visitors disturbing birds that face extinction.
Holiday park boss defends fox killings as neighbours left ‘heartbroken’
31 August 2024A holiday park boss has defended exterminating foxes wreaking havoc on his land - saying the “vermin” were even stealing items from campers.
Dog found wandering along motorway named after Formula 1 champion
26 August 2024A stray dog that was spotted on a busy motorway has been given a new home to call his own.
Animal lover ‘heartbroken’ after celebrity emu dies
24 August 2024An emu that hit headlines for his escape attempts has had to be put down by his “heartbroken” owner.
Terrier ‘so weak it struggled to stand’ dumped in crate
23 August 2024The RSPCA is investigating after an emaciated dog was found abandoned in a crate and covered in faeces.
'Escaped' exotic bird spotted at Kent beauty spot
23 August 2024Wildlife fans have flocked to a Kent beauty spot after an “escaped” exotic bird was spotted.
Doves in box abandoned in park
22 August 2024The RSPCA is appealing for information after four doves were found in a box dumped at a country park.
Delays as police scrambled to horse on main road
21 August 2024Traffic was delayed after a horse was wandered on a main road.
Girl ‘bitten’ by Staffordshire terrier during bus trip
20 August 2024A Staffordshire bull terrier which reportedly sunk its teeth into a child on a bus has prompted a police probe.
Former dance studio could become vets’ surgery
19 August 2024A vet says his new surgery will cater for cats and dogs but will also have a specialist service for exotic animals.
Lion in ‘shell-shocked’ state completes 1,400-mile trip and arrives in Kent
16 August 2024A lion with “psychological issues” is now a Kent resident and will be one of five big cats to be rescued from the war-torn country of Ukraine.
Illegal dog breeder convicted after noise complaints
14 August 2024A woman who adapted her house to breed German shepherds illegally has been prosecuted, after neighbours reported hearing dogs barking uncontrollably.
Beautiful video shows flock of rare white storks in Kent field
14 August 2024Footage has been captured of a rare bird, with around 50 spotted near a windmill.
Owner's heartbreak as beloved horse dies in crash
13 August 2024A devastated woman whose beloved horse tragically died after being hit by a car is urging drivers to be more cautious on the road.
‘Rats have destroyed everything - we have to all sleep in the living room’
13 August 2024A mum and her two young sons have to sleep in their living room because rats have infested the upstairs bedrooms and loft.
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