Animals

A decision on plans for a controversial chicken farm has been put back after councillors said they are minded to refuse it.

A Dog’s Life Dog Daycare held a dog first aid course on Sunday, helping owners learn how to perform dog first aid for the first time.

A group is calling on knitters and crafters to knit pouches and mittens for orphaned wildlife.

The South Nottinghamshire Hunt was holding its New Year's Day meet when the dog strayed on to the A1 near Claypole.

The A1 was closed in both directions near Claypole on New Year's Day after hounds ran on to the road.

Plans for the farm at Great Ponton are recommended for approval by council officers.

The Mayor of Grantham will attend this year's traditional Belvoir Hunt meet on Boxing Day but not in an official capacity.

A doggy daycare in Grantham is hosting its very own mini Christmas market tomorrow (Saturday)

Polka Dot is calling for helpers to transport ponies to the pantomime in Grantham.

The All Rex Rabbit Championship Show took place last Saturday at Grantham West Community Centre.

A pet store in Grantham is taking part in a nationwide campaign to make sure that no pet is forgotten this Christmas.

Meet Sparkles, the latest arrival at Little Jacks Farm in Bottesford.

A farmer has urged dog walkers to ensure their pets are on leads near sheep after a Labrador chased his flock. Warning: Distressing image.

The Hunt has confirmed with the Journal that it will meet for the second time at Riverside Pastures.

A cat had to have an emergency operation to remove its eye after being shot with an air rifle in Allington near Grantham.

One sheep has died and two more were injured in a suspected dog attack.

Owner appeals for help in identifying driver who struck her Jack Russell

Save Our Spaniels (SOS) has been specifically set up to help spaniels that have been dumped at Spanish ‘kill stations’.

Pets at Home in Grantham is hosting free Halloween pet workshops during October half term.

More moggies currently in the care of Grantham Rescue of Cats and Kittens (ROCK) are in need of good homes after a very busy summer.