Kent mini-heatwave could bring boost to soon-to-be hibernating hedgehogs and dormice
The short warm snap forecast ahead could be good news for wildlife as they stock up on food for hibernation – with balmy weather set to boost the berry season.…
Cute pair of loose dogs on leads discovered wandering in Bobbing
The owner of two unaccompanied dogs found wandering on their leads near Sittingbourne is being sought by officers. The male and female dogs were found at around 10pm on Monday…
Clamping down on irresponsible dog owners in Maidstone
As part of its continued efforts to promote responsible dog ownership, Maidstone Borough Council (MBC) is introducing further measures to clamp-down on unacceptable behaviour. The MBC Public Space Protection Order…
PDSA Vet explains what the Government announcement on XL Bully dogs actually means
Earlier this month, Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak, announced plans for the ‘American XL Bully’ dogs to be added to the banned breed list. PDSA Vet Lynne James shares insight into…
Canterbury tests the water before renewing dog rules in public spaces
The city council is seeking feedback from the public on its proposals to renew the Public Space Protection Order (PSPO) for dog control in the district for another three years.…
Police Dog Tilly uncovers class A drugs
A police dog helped officers find drugs hidden inside a property in Kitchener Avenue, Gravesend. Officers were at the house in on Monday 11 September as part of an ongoing…
Bird flu curbs lifted in Folkestone and Hythe – but residents warned to remain vigilant
Kent County Council has reported that the last of the disease control measures put in place near Elham, Folkestone and Hythe, following confirmation of the highly pathogenic (HPAI) H5N1 strain…
Kent Police Drone Patrols protect seals and wildlife from jet ski menace
Officer monitoring the bay Photo: Kent Police Kent Police has launched a multi-agency operation to protect seals and other wildlife from being disturbed by jet skis and other vessels in…
Thieves snatch two cherished pet sheep from field near Dover – One abandoned with legs bound!
Image: Kent Police Information is sought after two pet sheep were stolen from a field near Dover. The theft is reported to have taken place between 11pm on 23 July…
Cull completed after H5N1 Bird flu case confirmed in Elham
Kent County Council has reported that Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA) testing has confirmed bird flu of the highly pathogenic (HPAI) H5N1 strain in commercial poultry at a premises…