We all know that dogs die in hot cars, but what other precautions must we take to ensure that our pets are looked after during the long, hot days? Most pets have fur, fur is an insulator designed to keep animals warm at night and throughout the winter months to protect their vital organs. When the temperature is soaring and we find ourselves melting every time we step outside, it is easy to forget that our furry friends might also be suffering.
Here is a list of the main things any responsible pet owner must look-out for:
The Ugly Duckling & Other Tales on Tour this Summer and Beyond
Following a recent sell out residency at the Brighton Fringe, Devon-based theatre company Above Bounds have announced a tour of their hugely popular children’s theatre show - The Ugly Duckling & Other Tales - which tackles issues around body-image in a fun and engaging way through song, puppets and music.
The Ugly Duckling & Other Tales is a theatrical re-telling of Hans Christian Anderson fairy-tales recreated for children aged between 3-7 and their families. This new adaptation tackles important...
Exeter Business Improvement District (BID) has launched its latest campaign to support the city’s thriving centre with a dedicated celebration of independent shops and businesses.
Independent businesses are what make Exeter stand out from other cities in the South West and the campaign, called Summer of Independents, launches on Tuesday 4th July with the Exeter BID asking visitors and residents to vote for and support their favourite business. Wayne Pearce, Chairman of the Exeter BID Board, said “Summer of Independents is a fantastic campaign to promote all that Exeter has to offer...
The fantastic sunny weekend we have just experienced here in the south west has seen thousands of people enjoying the outdoors and all that it has to offer. But whilst this weather provides a welcome boost to the local economy, the selfish behaviour of some people can potentially put people’s lives at risk.
At Spitchwick and Deeper Marsh cattle grid gateways were blocked and vehicles were parked on narrow roads blocking access for farm vehicles and emergency vehicles. The situation was repeated right across the National Park at popular locations.
East Devon District Council is delighted to announce that the 2017 events guide for Countryside has been published.
The guide, which runs from April through to September, is jam-packed with outdoor events and activities for all ages, which will take place across the district.
As well as over 60 events delivered by the Countryside team there are nearly 100 other events delivered by partner organisations to choose from.
Whether you fancy foraging for a wild lunch, trying out Tai Chi in the countryside or want to learn more about local wildlife on a guided canoe tour...
The figures are now in from the Late Summer Fete, held on Saturday 17th September at Magdalen Court School and Kinderkare Nursery. This unique community event, spearheaded by Southernhay-based estate agents Naomi J Ryan , has raised an incredible £1,295.49 for bereavement support charity, Balloons .
Based at Basepoint Business Centre in Marsh Barton, Balloons provide much needed support for children, young people and their families before and after the death of someone significant in their lives. Speaking about the success of the day, Naomi of Naomi J Ryan said “Balloons is a...
Elite climbers from across the globe descended – or should that be ascended – on Exeter this weekend.
They were taking part in the Quay Climbing Centre’s Deep Water Solo event, which sees a seven-metre wall built into the canal basin. Competitors climb without ropes and drop in to the canal when they lose their grip.
And there were also some familiar local faces who were trying their hand at the sport for the first time.
Brave city councillors Rosie Denham and Emma Morse gave the wall a go, and they were accompanied by former footballer and Exeter City football Club...
Summer drink and drug driving campaign results suggest that if you offend in Devon and Cornwall you’re twice as likely to get caught compared to the national average.
Figures from the recent summer drink and drug driving campaign show that in Devon and Cornwall the percentage of drivers tested that were positive, failed or refused a reading is just over twice the national average in almost all measures, with an average of around 21% compared to 10% nationally.
Devon and Cornwall Police take an intelligence-led approach to tackling drink and drug driving. The results suggest...
Roll up! Roll up! The 2016 Hospiscare Summer Fete will soon be here where a wealth of entertainment, refreshments and good old fashioned fun for all the family is guaranteed.
The fete will be held on Saturday 3rd September from 1pm-5pm at Wonford House Lawn, next to Searle House, Dryden Lane, Exeter,
There are a huge range of attractions and entertainments available including a Hospiscare Choir, Birds of Prey, Frog Racing (though not using real frogs!), a broad range of arts and crafts, a grand prize draw and lots more. The event is organised by the staff nurses. A full...
The Marine Conservation Society (MCS), the UK’s leading marine charity, says the number of jellyfish blooms- when jellies mass together - in UK coastal waters is on the increase as our seas start to warm up.
Every summer hundreds of reports of jellyfish sightings are made to the MCS National Jellyfish Survey – now in its 14th year. The survey is providing valuable information about where and when jellyfish occur in UK seas amid global reports of a rise in jellyfish numbers.
Sightings of blue and moon jellies are starting to pick up as the waters around the UK warm up, with...
