Pets

Making a 'comfort corner' for Florence helped to settle her when fireworks went off

Does your pet hate Bonfire Night fireworks? 5 easy ways I helped my anxious dog

The Dachshund Extravaganza 2024 is coming to Whitchurch in December.

The Dachshund Extravaganza 2024 is coming to Whitchurch in December.

Get your tickets now for dachshund event at Whitchurch Alderford Lake

The trapped male sparrowhawk that onlookers called Jack Sparrow in Whitchurch.

The trapped male sparrowhawk that onlookers called Jack Sparrow in Whitchurch.

Sparrowhawk 'Jack Sparrow' rescued from netting in Whitchurch High Street

Staff at Hampton Vets ahead of the 85th-anniversary celebrations.

Staff at Hampton Vets ahead of the 85th-anniversary celebrations.

Cheshire vet centre to celebrate 85 years with public open day

Communal water bowls for dogs are commonly found in locations across the country including in beer gardens, parks and outside cafes.

Communal water bowls for dogs are commonly found in locations across the country including in beer gardens, parks and outside cafes.

Dog owners warned to avoid drinking apparatus that could spread 'nasty' diseases

Grass seeds can be dangerous for dogs as they can get stuck in their eyes, under their skin and in their paws.

Grass seeds can be dangerous for dogs as they can get stuck in their eyes, under their skin and in their paws.

PDSA warns all dog owners to 'always' check their pets for this one danger

Kitten in a shelter

Kitten in a shelter

Kitten rescued in Whitchurch after being caught in 'horrific' trap

Acorn Kennels in Whitchurch is applying for more space.

Acorn Kennels in Whitchurch is applying for more space.

Whitchurch kennels bids to expand business with planning application

The brownies made a house for the animals

The brownies made a house for the animals

Clubs and societies

Whitchurch Brownies build home for hedgehogs as part of awareness week

A recent car boot sale held by the team.

A recent car boot sale held by the team.

Whitchurch cat rescue team says no more new intakes because of funding

Local government

£100 fine from Shropshire Council for dog fouling set for June 1

Boris the octopus was saved by the Lumb family after he got washed up on the beach

Boris the octopus was saved by the Lumb family after he got washed up on the beach

Malpas family rescue octopus with inventive use of a dog lead

A dog waste bin.

A dog waste bin.

Local government

Shropshire councillor Peggy's plea to dog owners over poo plague

Petrov the 15-year-old Siberian cat enjoying his new life in Australia.

Petrov the 15-year-old Siberian cat enjoying his new life in Australia.

Wem animal au pair tells of delight at helping cat prepare for life Down Under

Zebras, wolves and camels among the privately owned wild animals in Shropshire

The six pellets in the peacock.

The six pellets in the peacock.

PETA offers £2,000 reward to find north Shropshire peacock attackers

Becca Cozier, of Southwater Vets, with the puppies.

Becca Cozier, of Southwater Vets, with the puppies.

Abandoned Whitchurch puppies' new lives courtesy of Becca the vet nurse

Becca Cozier, of Southwater Vets, with Winston and Wally.

Becca Cozier, of Southwater Vets, with Winston and Wally.

Whitchurch puppies found in carrier bag spark animal gifting warning

Shropshire Council is proposing fines around dog fouling.

Shropshire Council is proposing fines around dog fouling.

Local government

Shropshire's dirty dog owners who don't scoop the poop could face hefty fines

Shropshire Council is considering a consultation on fines around dog fouling.

Shropshire Council is considering a consultation on fines around dog fouling.

Local government

Here's why fines for dog fouling could soon be coming to Shropshire

Playing in leaf piles, sniffing conkers and eating wild mushrooms, are all included in a list of Autumn dangers dog owners are being warned of

Playing in leaf piles, sniffing conkers and eating wild mushrooms, are all included in a list of Autumn dangers dog owners are being warned of

This is why dogs should avoid conkers, leaf piles and other Autumn dangers

The stylish garden, designed by Martyn Wilson, has been relocated to the wildlife centre near Nantwich.

The stylish garden, designed by Martyn Wilson, has been relocated to the wildlife centre near Nantwich.

RSPCA Cheshire wildlife centre to host Chelsea Flower Show entry

There were more than 400 reports of abuse of dogs last year.

There were more than 400 reports of abuse of dogs last year.

RSPCA slams 400-plus dog abuse reports in Shropshire last year

Watch: The 'world's happiest dogs' have gone viral for their adorable smiles

Watch: The 'world's happiest dogs' have gone viral for their adorable smiles

Watch: The 'world's happiest dogs' have gone viral for their adorable smiles

This is why pet owners shouldn't let their dogs lick their faces

This is why pet owners shouldn't let their dogs lick their faces

Dog owners told not to let pets lick their face amid 'superbug' warning

Rachel won UK winner of Clinical Animal Behaviourist of the Year for 2023.

Rachel won UK winner of Clinical Animal Behaviourist of the Year for 2023.

Dog trainer near Whitchurch celebrates after winning award

Cat stuck in chimney in Wem, rescued by fire crews

Cat stuck in chimney in Wem, rescued by fire crews

Cat stuck in a chimney in Wem led to call out to fire crews

Crufts chairman Tom Mather was guest and judge at the Whixall Dog Show.

Crufts chairman Tom Mather was guest and judge at the Whixall Dog Show.

Cruft's chairman judges waggy tails at dog show near Whitchurch

Cookie returned home following treatment for cancer.

Cookie returned home following treatment for cancer.

Generous supporters come to the aid of much-loved dog fighting cancer

Rachel Rodgers with her prize.

Rachel Rodgers with her prize.

Dog trainer Rachel celebrates third straight business win

The blue/green algae as seen from above The Mere

The blue/green algae as seen from above The Mere

Pet owners warned to keep them out of the water after toxic algae returns to meres

Arnie is one of the cats being looked after.

Arnie is one of the cats being looked after.

Whitchurch coronation party will give much needed support to cat rescue team

Generic photo of a dog waste bin.

Generic photo of a dog waste bin.

'Pick up after your dog' - Reminder issued following dog fouling reports

Dr Clark has rounded up seven of the most common dog myths and has revealed whether there’s actually any truth behind them.

Dr Clark has rounded up seven of the most common dog myths and has revealed whether there’s actually any truth behind them.

Vet debunks 7 common dog myths every pet owner should know

The sale will be held in the Civic Centre.

The sale will be held in the Civic Centre.

Donations flood in ahead of cat charity fundraiser in Whitchurch this weekend

Rolo was well loved in Whitchurch.

Rolo was well loved in Whitchurch.

Beloved Whitchurch dog who was subject of major fundraising campaign dies

SFRS rescues cat trapped in Wem

SFRS rescues cat trapped in Wem

Fire services release cat from entrapment in Wem

Cat Assist Team Whitchurch is using the money to look help stray cats.

Cat Assist Team Whitchurch is using the money to look help stray cats.

Whitchurch cat rescue group reopens its doors after raising £800

Celia Churchill, Malcolm Monie, and Paul Sears with the nesting box.

Celia Churchill, Malcolm Monie, and Paul Sears with the nesting box.

Birds and bugs to get new home at Whitchurch's St Alkmund's

Shropshire Fire and Rescue crews free 32-year-old horse after being trapped in its stable at an Ellesmere farm

Shropshire Fire and Rescue crews free 32-year-old horse after being trapped in its stable at an Ellesmere farm

Fire crews come to the rescue of 32 year old horse stuck in its stable

Kate with Hugo.

Kate with Hugo.

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Friendships the key as Whitchurch dog groomer announces retirement

Helen Morgan with guide owner Scott Bailey and dog Milo.

Helen Morgan with guide owner Scott Bailey and dog Milo.

North Shropshire MP Helen Morgan backs 'open doors' for Guide Dogs

Simon Baynes MP and a giant cat.

Simon Baynes MP and a giant cat.

Clywd South MP Simon Baynes gives his backing to Cats Protection

The money will help for Rolo's treatment.

The money will help for Rolo's treatment.

Whitchurch friends raise more than £9,000 for much-loved critically ill dog

Whitchurch illegal dog breeder Alison Bransby's sentence appeal thrown out

Troye Booker, Alycia Gott, and Becka Cooper.

Troye Booker, Alycia Gott, and Becka Cooper.

Friends' kayaking challenge raises £1,000 for critically ill Whitchurch dog

Rolo is owned by Dailey Wojda.

Rolo is owned by Dailey Wojda.

Community coming together so much-loved Whitchurch dog can get life-saving surgery

The conditions where an Africa Grey Parrot was kept in 'filthy' conditions. Picture by RSPCA/West Mercia Police.

The conditions where an Africa Grey Parrot was kept in 'filthy' conditions. Picture by RSPCA/West Mercia Police.

Whitchurch illegal puppy breeder jailed after police and RSPCA case

The event was judged by Chris Gosling.

The event was judged by Chris Gosling.

Plenty of waggy tails as Whitchurch pet store holds two charity dog shows

Kayleigh hopes to raise £350 for CATW.

Kayleigh hopes to raise £350 for CATW.

Wem woman walking 50 miles amid pet rescue group's cash crisis

CATW has been rescuing cats for over two years in Whitchurch.

CATW has been rescuing cats for over two years in Whitchurch.

Cat rescue service in Whitchurch forced to close its doors temporarily due to rising costs

It is rare for cows to give birth to three healthy calves.

It is rare for cows to give birth to three healthy calves.

Family "chuffed to bits" as rare cow triplets are born on farm near Whitchurch

Rob the dog with fellow soldiers and his medals (inset).

Rob the dog with fellow soldiers and his medals (inset).

Medals for Ellesmere parachutist war dog Rob set to fetch £30,000 at auction

UK dog owners issued £2,000 warning over their pet's collar. (Canva)

UK dog owners issued £2,000 warning over their pet's collar. (Canva)

Dog owners issued £2,000 fine warning when out walking their pet