Use of Live Reindeer at Christmas Lights Switch-On Defended Amidst Protest Friday, December 5, 2025 reindeer christmas animalwelfare protest festivals s somerset domestication wildlife animalrights events A farm attraction in Wincanton has defended its decision to feature live reindeer at the recent Christmas lights switch-on, despite protests from animal rights campaigners. During last Friday’s event, two reindeer were … Read More
Bath Rescue Centre Overwhelmed by Record Rise in Abandoned Pets Tuesday, December 2, 2025 rescue animalwelfare abandonment shelter behaviour rehabilitation donation adoption bath pets Bath Cats & Dogs Home is urgently calling for support as it faces a record influx of abandoned pets this winter. The rescue centre reports that over 70% of dogs and 50% of cats currently under its care require specialist … Read More
Meet Pam, One of the World's Smallest Ponies at Just 24 Inches Tall Tuesday, November 11, 2025 pam shetland pony rescue somerset foal adoption glendaspooner tiny animalwelfare Heartwarming images have captured Pam, one of the smallest ponies ever born in the UK, standing at just 24 inches tall. This adorable Shetland foal weighed only 17 kilograms at birth—about the same as a springer spaniel. Pam … Read More
Rugby Legend Gill Burns to Lead Charity Match Honoring Teen Victim of Drink-Driving Friday, November 7, 2025 rugby charity drinkdriving roadsafety memorial womensports community fundraiser animalwelfare education sport This November, the Beth Branson Memorial Match & Fundraiser returns for its third year, bringing together community spirit, rugby passion, and a powerful message against drink-driving. The event honors 19-year-old Bethany … Read More
Five Ponies Seriously Injured in Dog Attack Near Ellicombe Thursday, October 9, 2025 ponies dogattack injuries ellicombe vetcare conygarwoods policeinvestigation animalwelfare wounds crime Five ponies sustained significant injuries following a dog attack in a field near Conygar Woods, Ellicombe. The animals were discovered with wounds on their faces, necks, legs, and stomachs, all requiring immediate veterinary … Read More
African Elephant Uli Receives Expert Tusk Treatment at Noah’s Ark Zoo Thursday, October 9, 2025 elephant dentistry conservation noahsarkzoo uli tusk animalwelfare wildlife dentalcare peterkertesz An African elephant named Uli at Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm in North Somerset recently underwent a rare and specialized dental procedure to address a minor issue with his tusk. During routine health checks, keepers discovered a … Read More