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Monty Don tells bird lovers to avoid putting four foods out in November
Gardens and flowers
Over 140 bird species have been sighted in British gardens, but only 30 are frequent visitors
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Dogs will stay calm around Halloween trick-or-treaters with this simple method
Halloween
A dog trainer has explained that Halloween can be unsettling for pets, but there's a simple step that owners can take
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Teen's harrowing final words as she's eaten by bears while on phone to her mum
Animals
Olga was just 19 year's old when she was killed on a summer walk with her stepdad by a number of wild bears - and her mother heard the whole thing
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Scottish SPCA urges Lanarkshire public to help protect animals this Bonfire Night
Fireworks
The loud noises from fireworks can have a devastating impact on pets, wildlife and farmed animals.
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Little-known pet laws that could land dog owners with hefty fines up to £20,000
Pets
Understanding your dog's rights isn't just good practice, it allows you to keep your furry friend safe and your wallet intact
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Rescued Scottish Highlands lynx trio show playful side at Highland Wildlife Park
Animals
The adorable animals were saved earlier this year.
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Couple celebrate love - and their cat - during wedding at Chatelherault Country Park
Weddings
Corey and Mairi Quinn first experienced the venue during a day out at the farmer’s market.
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Five reasons pet Halloween costumes could see owners banned from keeping animals
Halloween
Many people like to dress their furry friends in cute outfits - but they could put both the animal and the owner at risk.
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Dramatic images of Shark found dead on rocks at Scottish coastline
Scottish News
A huge six-foot shark has been discovered washed up dead on rocks in Caithness.
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Viral sensation Haggis the hippo set to leave Edinburgh Zoo in emotional goodbye
Animals
The Royal Zoological Society of Scotland are bidding a fond farewell to Haggis the pygmy hippo ahead of her last weekend in the capital.
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'Vet left me note after cat died and I couldn't hold back tears'
cats
A pet owner was left in tears after their vet left them a note after their cat died. They couldn't help but cry when they took the time to read the poignant words
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Cheeky seal hops onto kayak in Scotland looking for food in adorable photographs
Wildlife
"It was a cool adventure, super close to nature."
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6ft shark discovered washed up near shore on Scots coast
Animals
Annemarie Simpson, 40, was left stunned after she discovered the porbeagle shark while out walking in Wick at around 4.30pm on Wednesday.
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Vet says there's little-known method you should use to get cat into a carrier
cats
Vet Amir Anwary has shared a tutorial video on a 'super easy' method to place your cat in a carrier claiming it 'works every time' and ensures they aren't able to escape
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Record-breaking sighting of ‘rare’ glossy ibis in Renfrewshire
Animals
It has been spotted at the RSPB Lochwinnoch nature reserve.
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Scots seal pup 'Selkie' rescued in storm ferried to mainland by delivery driver
Animals
The Arran Deliveries driver took the animal from the island to Ardrossan.
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Barbaric exotic pet owners in Scotland killing animals at home instead of at vets
Animals
Shocking research uncovered killing methods like cutting the heads off wild birds, gassing rodents and inflicting blunt force trauma on frogs.
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'Sad' thing dogs do when left alone will leave you in tears
Animals
Dogs display varying types of behaviour, depending on their mood, and they do one particular thing when left alone. The simple habit is so sad it will leave you sobbing
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Super rare bird from sunnier climes spotted in Scottish region for first time
Wildlife
Usually rare in the UK, the bird has appeared across Scotland in record numbers this year, according to RSPB Scotland.
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Gorillas found at closed UK zoo 'banging on glass' years after it was shut down
Animals
Eight gorillas were filmed this week 'banging on the windows' by urban explorers at the zoo, which closed its doors in 2022.
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Fire at animal hospital in Fife 'deliberate' as police launch investigation
Animals
The animal hospital has been left scorched as a result of the deliberate fire.
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Wet weather helps one of world’s oldest living animal species return to Scotland
Animals
The tadpole shrimp has been returned to RSPB Scotland's Mersehead Reserve in Dumfries and Galloway after more than 75 years.
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Tragedy as critically endangered sea creature washes up again dead after Scots beach rescue
Animals
The native Scottish fish, which resembles a stingray, can grow up to 2.8m long and they usually stay at around 100m deep in the ocean.
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UK households urged to 'act now' to have robins living in their gardens for Christmas
Gardens and flowers
Meeting these needs will give the birds little reason not to call your garden home
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