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Great Leighs Racecourse: First Horse Death on Third Day of Racing

Great Leighs – the first new racecourse to be built in Britain since 1927 – has witnessed its first equine death, after just three days racing since its launch on 20 April 2008.

More about the horse the was killed at Great Leighs

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National Vegetarian Week

19th-25th May is National Vegetarian Week - an annual initiative that encourages people to find out more about the many benefits of a meat-free diet. With veggie alternatives available in high street shops and supermarkets, it really is easy and one of the most important steps you can take towards helping animals, the planet and boosting your health.

More about National Vegetarian Week

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Keep them cool

Now that summer is here, we should remember that animals suffer and die in hot weather. Avoid the worst of the heat by walking dogs early morning and late evening, and remember that they will drink more in hot weather, so keep an eye on water bowls. Leaving dogs in a car for any period - irrespective of whether the window is lowered - can kill them in minutes.

More about animals and the heat

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