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ROCHDALE DOG RESCUE

Although the name is Rochdale, we will rehome to all areas dependent on homechecks and suitability. We occasionally have dogs in the South Yorkshire area, looking for new homes.

Rochdale Dog Rescue works every week to find responsible rescue places for dogs in a Northern Pound in the UK that are due to be put to sleep if not claimed after 7 days. We also occasionally assist rehomings for families unable to keep their pet, but willing for it to remain at home while a new home is sought.

Dogs currently in their own homes seeking new ones can be seen here:

http://www.rochdale-dog-rescue.com/homes-needed.html

As with all dogs rehomed with the support of Rochdale Dog Rescue an informal telephone interview is required, an application form will be completed and if the home is suitable a homecheck will be carried out.

If successful an adoption contract is completed and a donation is usually required. The dog will be neutered or spayed, vaccinated and micochipped.

RAIN RESCUE

Helping to save the lives of dogs who are due to be put to sleep on the 8th day of their stay in council run dog pounds

Always looking for help in fund raising, transporting, fostering and just being part of the crew

Contact us via the web site http://WWW.RAINRESCUE.CO.UK or on [email protected]

We are also distributors for the SAFE4 range of cleaning solutions.

The top product used by vets, vet suppliers, rescue centres, breeders and boarding kennels. The No. 1 recommended product by the FAB (feline advisory body) and the RSPCA National, The Mayhew, The Blue Cross and so many more reputable companies.

It is what it says - ITS SAFE - the odour killer totally neutralises smells (its the bubble gum smell), and the disinfectent conforms to DEFRA registration which none of the other disinfectants have got.

SAFE4 products are safe to be used in animal housing and the animals can be returned even when the products are wet. This is unlike the other LEADING ones used in the pet industry where the MUST be dried before allowing your pets to come into contact with them.

Check out the web site http://WWW.E-K9.CO.UK for other great tested products.

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Give us a call on 0845 3978812 if you need to chat about anything

E-mail

[email protected]

http://beastkeepers.com

0114 236 0367

Holiday Hutches

Professional boarding for your small pets in the South Yorkshire Area, Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Service.

I am a retired Animal Welfare Officer and have had pets all my life. We run Holiday Hutches here in Barnsley and provide either a home visiting service or a boarding service with ourselves for your small pet, e.g Rabbit, Guinea Pig, Chinchilla, Ferret, Rodents, Birds etc.

All pets are treated individually to your specific requirements and are generally fed, handled, groomed, exercised etc just as if they were at home with you. You are welcome to bring your own housing for your pet which we find minimises stress, or we are happy to provide housing for you.

We also offer a dog walking and pet sitting service in your own home throughout South Yorkshire

No pet is admitted without the relevant vaccinations.

We are fully insured and CRB checked and have 24 hour access to a local vet in an emergency, and would ask you for full details of your own vet and insurance details should this be needed. You will asked to sign a disclaimer giving us permission to seek veterinary attention if required during your absence.

10% of our fees are donated back to local Animal Rescues

Check out our website at http://www.holidayhutches.com

or call us direct on 07952 409933

Take a look at our website (link in siggy) for full details of the services we can offer and any queries give us a ring

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http://www.holidayhutches.com

JJ's Boarding Cattery

Broomhill Road, Old Whittington, Chesterfield, Derbyshire S41 9EA

• Daily groom/playing/fussing - no extra charge
  
• Administration of medication - no extra charge
  
• Choice of cat and human foods - no extra charge
  
• High quality litter
  
• High standard of cleanliness and care
  
• Large indoor and outdoor runs for every cat
  
• Veterinary nurse on site (one of the managers)
  
• Night checks
  
• Discounts available long stays (4 weeks + or multicat)
  
• We have - scratch posts, toy box, bedding - everything your cat could want
  
• Bed heater in every pen AND 5 radiators throughout cattery for ambient warmth.
  

Julia and Jo VN

JJ's Boarding Cattery (where the welcome is as warm as the beds)

www jjsboardingcattery co uk

info @ jjsboardingcattery co uk

01246260567

Gemmas Dog Day Care

Private dog, cat and other small pets care whilst your away no more concrete just sofas and beds. contact me on 07871006419

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Snakes'N'Adders

Boa & Python Specialist

384 Kirkstall Road

leeds

LS4 2HQ

0113899911

[email protected]

http://www.snakesnadders.com

Our mission statement here at Snakes'N'Adders website is a simple one. To provide a useful resource that is accessible to both customers and the public alike.

Knowledge is everything with exotics and they like other pets must not be taken for granted. They have specialist requirements which must be met to be able to offer a suitable quality of life. Snakes'N'Adders aim to provide you with enough knowledge of these requirements to allow you to purchase these animals with a clear conscious.

For existing customers we offer after care advice freely and encourage visits from clients who have queries about animals recently purchased.

We hope that you will find your visit useful and rewarding. It has not been our aim to just cover the standard species kept (i.e: Corn snakes, Leopard Geckos and Bearded Dragons) but to also give insight into rarer often harder to care for exotics.

Make Sure you have all the information you need by checking out our ever growing resource of Care Sheets, many of them penned by the owner Charles Thompson. These will certainly not be the definitive guide to a certain species but it will give you a running start of knowledge before you purchase a book on a species you later decide you dont want!

Comments and contributions welcome.

regards chaz (Charles)

ferretfatcamp i give advice on ferrets i am the rep for the national ferret welfare society i also board ferrets

website at ferretfatcamp.freeservers.com

Knowing how to properly sex guinea pigs is KEY to preventing unwanted and unexpected pregnancies.

Sexing can be done at any age. If babies are sexed very early, it is best to confirm the sex at about two weeks. (If you are still unsure after this, PLEASE seek out a professional)

Boars MUST be separated from their mother at 3 to 4 weeks--3 weeks if they are normal and healthy, 4 weeks only if they need an extra health boost and are showing no signs of mounting behavior. Never leave a boar with his mother or sisters longer than 4 weeks.

The traditional "Y" and "i" method can be confusing. Make sure to use several "signs" to confirm the correct sex.

If you are at all unsure about the sex, do NOT take your pig to a pet store to ask them. Take your pig to a COMPETENT small animal or exotic vet. There are many documented stories of vets missexing guinea pigs. Make sure you go to a vet who really knows what they are looking at. The life of your guinea pig could depend on it.

Females (sows): The vagina is normally closed by a membrane (hymen) except during estrus (heat) and at parturition (birthing). It actually dissolves ("mucousy") when they go in heat and will reseal itself afterwards. Sows come 'into cycle' every 15-17 days for 24 to 48 hours.

Males (boars): If you have one or more male guinea pigs, you should be checking their genital area regularly (about once a week or every other week). Fully extrude the penis and make sure it looks clean and healthy. Sometimes a strand of hay will get caught and cause problems. Or it can get gunked up. Infections can result. Clean it gently with warm water if necessary. Also, check the anal area to make sure there is no sign of blockage or impaction.

This is a picture of the genitals of a 12 hour old sow (female) pig

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/pic4.jpg

This is a picture of a 12 hour old male (boar)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/pic3.jpg

This is a picture of an adult mature sow

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/adultfemale.jpg

This is a adult male

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/3_sex142male.jpg

Another sow

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/pic7.jpg

Another boar

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/pic8.jpg

This is a picture of a neutered boar

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v497/baileys_mum/pic27.jpg

Females (sows): The sows usually have a smooth swelling over their genital area. Sometimes, it can be bumpy looking, making you think it might be a male! If you gently part the genital opening, on a sow, a "Y" shaped opening should appear.

Males (boars): Press gently just above the genital area. If it's a male, you should be able to make the penis slowly extrude. Don't be fooled by appearances. Sometimes, it doesn't look like there is a penis there at all! Especially in heavy, older males, the penis can be "tucked away" in folds of skin, looking entirely like a female! You should TRY to get the penis to ease out.

This post has been made with thanks to cavyspirit.com

Pet Photography by DaFoot

Friendly pet photography portrait service.

Photo sessions in the comfort of your own home/garden where your pet is comfortable and at ease or perhaps a local park to get some of your pooch playing.

More info and samples can be found at www.frozenbanana.co.uk

I have been CRB checked (and cleared to work with kids as part of being a sports coach) and carry full public liability insurance with £1 million cover.

I know a few folks here are involved with animal shelters / rehoming projects. If you guys want a hand getting nice pics of animals waiting for a home get in touch.

Take a look at this advice on buying Puppies before you buy one

http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=152354