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Conservationist tells of dire winter for county’s bees

Conservationist tells of dire winter for county’s bees

23 May 2014

As environmentalists discuss ways of protecting Kent’s bee population, a Sheppey honey seller has spoken of a “dreadful” winter for her insects.

Charity's grim warning to dog owners

Charity's grim warning to dog owners

22 May 2014

Kent's dog owners would be more likely to leave their dog in a hot car than their mobile phone, a shock poll has revealed.

Puppies left virtually bald in 'appalling' neglect case

Puppies left virtually bald in 'appalling' neglect case

21 May 2014

Three puppies were dumped in full sun on a street with infected eyes and a skin condition so bad they were virtually bald.

Buzz for queens of the Marsh

Buzz for queens of the Marsh

21 May 2014

More queen bees from a once-vanished species have introduced to Dungeness.

Man bitten by dog and chased by pack

Man bitten by dog and chased by pack

19 May 2014

A man was bitten three times by a dog and chased by a pack - before the owner laughed and threatened violence.

Concern for birds’ nests

Concern for birds’ nests

17 May 2014

An animal lover is urging to Islanders to be alert when pruning their shrubs and bushes.

Noisy bird ruffles feathers

Noisy bird ruffles feathers

16 May 2014

A complaint about a noisy cockerel in a rural part of the Island led to fears it was going to be “removed” by Swale council.

Shock as 'sad creatures' rescued from dog breeder

Shock as 'sad creatures' rescued from dog breeder

15 May 2014

A new-born black puppy was among more than a dozen 'sad' dogs rescued from the cold, dark shed of a breeder.

Ducklings rescued from busy road

Ducklings rescued from busy road

15 May 2014

A family of young shelducks which were found on a busy road have been taken to a wildlife sanctuary until they are old enough to be released.

Help me find love for my crocodile

Help me find love for my crocodile

14 May 2014

Former Gravesend and Northfleet FC manager who shares his bungalow with a 6ft crocodile is appealing for a mate for his reptile pal.

Gay penguins cause a flap at wildlife park

Gay penguins cause a flap at wildlife park

14 May 2014

Male penguins Jumbs and Kermit have shunned female company for family life with a new foster chick.

Can you bee-lieve it? Rare bee 'comes back from dead'

Can you bee-lieve it? Rare bee 'comes back from dead'

12 May 2014

A rare bee thought to be extinct in the UK since 1946 created a buzz when it was captured in Kent.

'My fear after hornet landed on my welder'

'My fear after hornet landed on my welder'

12 May 2014

A hornet with huge jaws, a giant thorax and a stinger that looked like a needle was discovered by a welder after it landed on his machine.

Rare breeds support

Rare breeds support

10 May 2014

An animal charity has been given a helping hand thanks to the Dartford Messenger.

Have we got killer hornets on our hands?

Have we got killer hornets on our hands?

09 May 2014

A couple fear they have stumbled across a a giant killer Asian hornet - blamed for the deaths of six people - in their home.

Meet the Margate moggy called Charlie

Meet the Margate moggy called Charlie

08 May 2014

After we featured a Ramsgate cat with a passing resemblance to Adolf Hitler (Thanet Extra - April 30), an owner has come forward with a picture of her

Croc needs mate... and make it snappy!

Croc needs mate... and make it snappy!

06 May 2014

A crocodile owner has launched his own dating service for his 6ft reptile... who likes Classic FM and has a gsoh.

Ducks on leads mystery quacked

Ducks on leads mystery quacked

06 May 2014

Teenagers have been causing ripples after being spotted walking their ducklings on leads in a town centre.

Puppy is a magical addition at school

Puppy is a magical addition at school

03 May 2014

Meet Magic, the most popular new member of a school.

Who's a naughty boy, then? Foul-mouthed parrot flees home

Who's a naughty boy, then? Foul-mouthed parrot flees home

02 May 2014

A search mission has been launched to find a foul-mouthed parrot - who shouts abuse at his owner and other pets - missing from home.

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