Dog rescued after going missing on fells a fortnight ago

Two hikers have rescued a dog who went missing on the fells two weeks ago. Zeus, a young Dogue de Bordeaux, disappeared while walking up Place Fell in Patterdale. Following a number of failed attempts in tracking him down, a large-scale search operation was due …

Dramatic rescue of dog in Carlisle river

A dramatic rescue operation was launched after a dog got into trouble in Carlisle’s River Eden. Louis the black Labrador was initially stranded on a bank before getting into difficulty in the fast-moving water. His owner, a man from the city, alerted emergency services at …

West Cumbrian paramedics rescue kitten stuck in ambulance

A major rescue mission has been carried out by big-hearted paramedics to bring a little kitten to safety. It has been a dramatic week for Ducato, a tabby, who was rescued on Wednesday after it scrambled inside an ambulance at Distington Ambulance Station. Several attempts …

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Should I get a dog?

There are many joys in owning a dog, they are loving, loyal creatures with the purest hearts that can even help improve your health. But should you own one? Here are some things you might want to consider if you go all warm and fuzzy …

VETS COLUMN

House training rabbits, a ferret with bad breath and a bald cat – your pet questions answered! Q: I’M planning on taking my dog to the beach this bank holiday, am I right in thinking all dogs can swim? A: Many dogs love having a …

Why should you spay or neuter your pets?

Spaying or neutering your pets does not only stop unwanted pregnancies but can have health benefits for your pets too! It is also an important decision in helping to control the population of homeless pets. Millions of cats and dogs are euthanized worldwide each year …

Furness riding group gets vital funding boost

(l-r) India Hutchason, Judith Stitt, Alison Webb and Jack Glasgow on Jumble the horse from the Furness group RDA (Riding for the Disabled Association) accepting a cheque for £1,000 from Natalie Chapples from The Mail and family members Jane Armstrong and Hal Armstrong from the Lake …

Paws on Parade!

Dogs of all shapes and sizes were ‘strutting their stuff’ at the annual Oak Tree Animals’ Charity Dog Show on Sunday 16th July held as part of the Charity’s Summer Fair. The Happiest Hound Class saw loads of bright eyes and waggy tails, the …