Ricochet, the first-ever has caught her last wave aged 14 and a half with the help of a triple-amputee veteran. Due to cancer and other health issues, Ricochet will now be retiring from surfing. Jose Martinez, an army veteran, purple heart recipient and Gold medalist in adaptive surfing, got on board to help Ricochet surf […]
Dog New
From Freya to Bella: the new life of a dog thrown from a moving truck
In February, we reported news of which was travelling a 50mph in a rural Kent road. The one-year-old terrier cross, then called Freya, was filthy and emaciated, and was lucky to survive her ordeal without serious injuries. Inspector Kirsten Ormerod launched an investigation into the incident, although the RSPCA was ultimately unable to trace the person […]
Rescue appeals for vet bill funds as dog’s leg amputated after breaking twice
Sandy the Saluki was found straying with a broken leg, which needed to be amputated in a costly operation that the rescue is now fundraising to pay. Sandy was found by a member of the public loose near the A46 in Lincoln in July. She had a badly broken leg, and it’s believed she may […]
RNLI rescues injured dog after 100ft fall down a cliff
A spaniel has been rescued by the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) after falling 100ft down a cliff and suffering serious injuries. Yogi over the edge of the cliff while on a walk with his owner, Emily Linehan, who immediately dialled 999 and asked for the Coastguard. Torbay RNLI lifeboat was launched, and the Yogi was […]
Howard of Pawsland
About 18 months ago I had a complete breakdown, brought on by the pressure of a new job and getting care sorted for my 89-year-old mother, who had become bedridden due to ill health and the ravages of dementia. I knew I was in a dark place, but rather than open up and talk I […]