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Fox stuck to North East London road with tar-like substance in ‘horrific’ rescue case
Animals

The fox had been struggling to free himself from a container filled with the substance for four hours

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The South London park where you might spot an unexpected creature in the pond
Animals

A number of exotic creatures have made London’s parks their homes

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Hawk drafted in to control pigeon numbers in South London
Lewisham

Pigeons reportedly pose a public health risk

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What is West Nile Virus and best ways to avoid mosquitoes as disease found in UK for first time
Health

The deadly virus is already carried by mosquitoes in Africa, Europe, Asia and North America

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The hidden London farm with animals and a market – but it’s the revamped café that steals the show
Animals

You can pet donkeys, try out pottery, and shop at their Farmers’ Market

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Vet explains why dogs lick their owners – and it’s not just to show you affection
Dogs

Licking is only one part of the ways that dogs communicate and bond with us

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Man who starved 6 dogs in South London home is banned from keeping animals
Animals

Three dogs were found laying dead and two were in such poor condition they had to be put to sleep

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Two kittens found dead at Ruislip golf course with police investigating reports of ‘animal cruelty’
Crime

Witnesses are encouraged to come forward

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Richmond Park dog walking rules, where the deer are and when pets must be on a leash
Richmond

It’s deer birthing season at the Royal Park and dog-walkers must pay extra attention to the rules

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Lawyer explains the rules around breaking a car window to rescue a dog on a hot day
Weather

The RSPCA and other animal welfare charities advise people to dial 999 if they see a dog in distress in a hot car

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The beautiful moment fallow deer return to a South London park for first time in years
Greenwich Park

The team running the park have shared a video and urged visitors to be patient as the herd may not be visible while they settle in to the new surroundings

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RSPCA warning after ‘horrific’ trap discovered in South London that ‘could kill family pets’
Animals

‘Whatever the animal, these devices cause a great deal of suffering’

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London borough approves new rules for dog owners with fines issued to people who break them
Animals

The new rules will come into force later this autumn and will include not allowing dogs in children’s play areas

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Video shows scary moment police horses are chased and repeatedly attacked by dog in West London
Metropolitan Police

Police horses Yvonne and Snaffles have been left recovering from their injuries in the stables

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Bulk pack of Harringtons dog food ‘even fussy pets love’ is now cheapest on Amazon
Dogs

There are 16 grain-free pouches in the megapack

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Fox cub found tied up in goal post netting by the throat
Animals

A warning has been issued to the public over the dangers of sports netting

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Strict new rules for dog owners in Tower Hamlets after spate of attacks set to be approved
Tower Hamlets Council

The results of a public consultation have been published ahead of a cabinet meeting next week (April 30)

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Bulk pack of cat food ‘even fussy pets love’ is now cheapest on Amazon
Animals

The megapack has 40 pouches of cat food

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Adorable baby dik-dik born at Chessington World of Adventures
Animals

Kirk’s dik-diks are one of the world’s smallest antelope species, typically only weighing up to 7kg when fully grown

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Pets at Home announces rabbit ban for sad reason
Easter

The temporary ban will prevent people from buying or adopting rabbits

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The animal sanctuary 55 minutes from London where endangered snow leopard is pregnant with 4th litter
Days out

The sanctuary’s staff are making preparations for the arrival of the next litter in May or June by “cub-proofing” the den

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Body of mutilated cat discovered in North London garden
Animals

It was found with its tail ripped off

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The famous London park with a hidden Victorian cemetery where thousands of pets are buried
London History

The secret pet cemetery is filled with tiny marble headstones

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Abandoned chicks rescued from Hampstead Heath amid bird flu warning
Animals

The RSPCA said they are seeing a trend in people abandoning young chicks

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