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Musings from a fosterer

Hello.  Starting a little light-hearted blog from me – as a fosterer with the RSPCA Bedfordshire South Branch. Haven’t been fostering for very long…only since last September.  Monday 12th September to be exact – when little Shadow arrived into my world. A tiny...

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Same branch, new website

Our website has had a overhaul and has been brought right up-to-date. We are still RSPCA Bedfordshire South Branch but now with a new look! We hope you like it The main features of the new website are a new navigation – making it easier for you to find the...

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Fireworks & Animals

Fireworks are enjoyed by people but can be a source of fear for many animals. It doesn’t have to be that way though, so don’t ignore the problem. Seek advice from your vet who will if necessary be able to refer you to a professional clinical animal behaviorist. You...

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Guinea pigs

Guinea pigs are small sociable rodents. There are many breeds and varieties. Typically, guinea pigs live for 5-6 years. Bedding should be changed daily to prevent high levels of ammonia from urine and large quantities of faeces that may contaminate food and water....

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Like a Duck to Water

Millions of ducks farmed for meat in the UK are being denied access to one of their most basic requirements – bathing water! Ducks are water birds and they have evolved to be in and around water, yet millions kept on UK farms never get to experience full body access...

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Hot Dogs

All too often, owners make the mistake of thinking that it is sufficient to leave a bowl  of water or a window open for their pet but this is not enough to protect your pet from heatstroke, which can have fatal consequences. Even a hot garden without shade can be...

Neutering Pets

Neutering prevents female animals coming into season, when they may attract unwanted male attention or become pregnant How it can help Neutering prevents the risk of testicular cancer in male animals and uterus infections and cancers in females. In male dogs and cats,...

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Caring for, and animal stories

Welcome to this months newsletter from the RSPCA Bedfordshire South Branch. This month we have tips on caring for animals, some interesting animal stories, animals needing new homes also read up on the latest campaign, find out what the RSPCA Bedfordshire South Branch...