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Sunday, April 5, 2026 cheddar domestication goughscave ancientdna chellyman dog wolves archaeology fossils somerset

New DNA analysis of ancient bones unearthed at Cheddar Gorge’s renowned Gough’s Cave has revealed that dogs have been humans’ loyal companions for much longer than previously believed. Among the finds at Gough’s Cave is … Read More

Sunday, April 5, 2026 cheddar gorge goughscave dna domestication dog archaeology ancient cheddarman fossils

New DNA analysis of ancient animal remains from Cheddar Gorge’s renowned Gough’s Cave has dramatically reshaped our understanding of early dog domestication. A 14,300-year-old jawbone discovered during excavations between … Read More

Monday, March 30, 2026 rescue dog somerset injury rabbitwarren pet emergency safety animal heroism

A courageous rescuer suffered a broken finger while digging to free a beloved dog trapped in a rabbit warren in Somerset. The dog, named Mole, was stuck underground for two days before help arrived. The rescuer’s …

Monday, March 30, 2026 rescue dog somerset pet rabbitwarren injury digging trapped animal hero

A dramatic rescue unfolded in Somerset when a local hero broke their finger while digging to free Mole, a beloved family dog trapped in a complex rabbit warren. The hardworking rescuer tirelessly excavated the intricate … Read More

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 bath assault elderly police investigation argylestreet pulteneybridge witnesses crime dog

An 80-year-old man was attacked and injured in Bath city centre on Saturday afternoon, February 21. The incident took place at approximately 3:45 pm on Argyle Street, close to the iconic Pulteney Bridge. According to Avon and … Read More

Friday, February 20, 2026 dog reunion m4 search dronesar safety rescue wiltshire dachshund volunteers

A pet owner is celebrating a miraculous reunion with her dog after the two-year-old dachshund, Mabel, escaped near Leigh Delamare services and ran onto the busy M4 motorway in Wiltshire. Lucy Rogers, 23, was shaken when Mabel … Read More