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Banned from keeping animals
A woman has been disqualified from keeping all animals for an indefinite period after she failed to provide veterinary care for her lame horse. Melissa Hetherington (25/07/1974) of Cumbria Close, Houghton Regis, appeared before St Albans Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 27 June for sentencing. Two offences of causing unnecessary suffering were proven at an earlier […]
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Animal Stories
Max beats rare spinal condition
Max, a one-year-old Maine Coon, started to develop problems with his movement which limited his walking and jumping. He was referred to Together for Animals member the Animal Health Trust (AHT), however the cause was difficult to determine. It did not seem to be neurological at first, however Max’s symptoms worsened to the point that […]
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Animal Stories
Cyril’s Story
In May, Defra Minister David Rutley announced that a ban on third party puppy and kitten sales – aka “Lucy’s Law” – was being laid in parliament, and will come into effect on 6 April 2020. For one particular dog at Together for Animals member Mayhew, such legislation is the much needed light at the […]
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Animal Stories
An ear-itating injury
For Zawadi the donkey, a small cut had turned in to a serious infection which was now threatening her life. Together for Animals member SPANA’s mobile clinic came to the rescue just in time for this Zimbabwean donkey and her grateful owners. Zawadi’s ear was excruciatingly painful. The eight-year-old donkey couldn’t stop shaking her head […]
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Animal Stories
Frodo’s Journey to Royal Windsor
Frodo had made an amazing recovery given the correct care at our member World Horse Welfare’s Penny Farm Rescue and Rehoming Centre, as well as thanks to the hard work of his rehomer Jan. Having hit the headlines twice in his short life: firstly when he was found by our Field Officer Rachel Andrews, collapsed […]
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New research into dog cancer
Research recently released by Together for Animals member, the Animal Health Trust, investigating the most common skin cancer in dogs, mast cell tumours, will be hugely beneficial to two of the UK’s most popular breeds of dog. It is estimated that last year more than 12,000 dogs in the UK were affected by mast cell […]
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Animal Stories
Sick stray kittens find homes
Two kittens with one of the worst cases of a life-threatening stomach parasite that Together for Animals member Blue Cross has ever seen are now in loving homes after months of intensive treatment. Stevie and Munroe were brought to Blue Cross’ Grimsby hospital in Lincolnshire in July last year after being found on the streets […]
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Publications
Spring newsletter 2019
In our Spring Newsletter 2019 we share the successes our supporters have made possible. You will meet Bandit, who stole Maureen’s heart and helped her find a new zest for life following the loss of her husband, and be inspired by Lucas and his transformation. You will also learn about Midnight’s struggle with ringworm, the […]
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AHT help contain spread of Equine Flu
In the chilly days of early February the flat horseracing world has not yet stirred from its winter slumber. Many of the equine stars who grace our racecourses in summer are over wintering abroad. Jump racing however is in full swing and focusses keenly on the approaching glories of the Cheltenham Festival and the Grand […]
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