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Mary of Exeter - Dickin Medal 32
Owned by bootmaker and pigeon breeder Cecil 'Charlie' Brewer, Mary of Exeter joined the National Pigeon Service in the 1940s. Her role was to provide critical intelligence to the Allies by delivering top secret messages from behind enemy lines.
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Darcy suffered horrific injuries after falling down a 60ft dam
Darcy was walking at Glascarnoch Dam in the Highlands when suddenly she jumped over a five-foot wall, only to find a 60ft concrete slipway on the other side.
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The benefits of owning a pet
If you own a pet we don’t need to tell you how they can brighten your day at the wag of a tail. But did you know that lots of scientific studies have also shown that owning a pet can be good for your physical and mental health?
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Exercising your Cat
Natural play is great exercise for your cat and helps keep them happy and healthy. Find out what kind of cat toys and types of play our vets recommend.
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Ear infections in dogs
Ear infections in dogs can be caused by bacteria or yeast (or both). There is usually an underlying cause for an ear infection, such as ear mites or a skin allergy.
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Safe car travel for pets
Most pets will need to take a trip in the car at some point, so it’s important to make sure they’re safe on the journey. Our vets have plenty of tips on car safety and travelling with your pets
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Order of Merit Dogs
The first dog to receive the award was Linpol Luke (Obi), on behalf of all the police dogs that served during the 2011 London Riots.
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Why do cats go missing? And how to reduce the risk
It’s not uncommon for cats to go missing from time to time, but have you ever wondered the reasons why? Discover ten reasons why your feline friend might disappear for a while.
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Dogs eat the weirdest things
As any dog owner will tell you, our four-legged friends often get a taste for the strangest things.
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Weird things dogs do
Have you noticed your dog doing something strange? Our vets answer 7 common questions about man's best friends' strange behaviours:
