Somerset dog breeder takes home best in show at Crufts 2026
A SOMERSET dog owner is celebrating after his clumber spaniel took the top prize – best in show -…
Dog owners warned of poisonous spring plants: What to look out for
AS spring approaches and gardens come back to life, dog owners are being warned to avoid harmful plants that…
Pets to be praised at Somerset event this weekend
PETS will be celebrated at a special event this weekend. On Saturday (February 21), Ferne Animal Sanctuary, near Chard, will…
Somerset animal sanctuary appeals for hay amid dwindling reserves
A SOMERSET animal rescue charity is appealing for support – as it is running out of HAY. Rescue, rehabilitation and…
Hedgehog saved for Christmas after getting stuck in underground storm tank
A ROUTINE inspection of an underground storm tank ended up as an animal rescue operation when workers found a…
Fears Somerset reindeer attraction could close if law is not changed
A SOMERSET reindeer attraction fears it could close after it emerged it required a zoo licence to show the…
Plan for new dog walking field in Somerset town revealed
A NEW dog walking area could be created in a Somerset town, if plans are approved. A planning application has…
Father Christmas set to visit Somerset animal sanctuary – with a blessing
FERNE Animal Sanctuary, near Chard, will host a Christmas Festival and animal blessing on Sunday (November 30). Starting at noon,…
“Hungry, dying” kittens rescued from house-high woodpile at Somerset waste site
THESE adorable kittens were brought to safety from a Somerset landfill site – with kippers playing a vital role…
Plan for dog walking field near Castle Cary submitted
DOG walkers might soon have a space to rent to exercise their beloved pets if plans are approved. RTPI, on…
