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Episode 296 - how dogs and pets teach us kindness

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Released Sat January 18, 2025
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Kim Lengling, author, veteran, pet lover, podcaster, canine and caffeine fan, shares her thoughts on how pets teach us kindness, as well as well as having a lot of fun chatting with Julie! We also bring you news of the latest award friend of the show Rachel Rodgers has won, the latest RVC research into brachycephalic crossbreeding, and New Year's Resolutions to make your dog happy and healthy in 2026.

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15 ways Pets Teach Us Kindness

Kim Lengling's book, 15 Ways Pets Teach us Kindness Kim shares 15 beautiful reflections on how pets gently remind us to slow down, forgive more, love deeper, and be kind to ourselves and those around us.

Kim Lengling

Kim Lengling is a veteran, a pet lover, and a podcaster too with her podcast
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“Running fever has well and truly gripped the nation after the TCS London Marathon took place over the weekend,” explains PDSA Fundraising Manager Faye Waters.

PDSA Vet Nurse Chloe Mackintosh with her London Marathon 2024 medal
“And with the ballot now open for 2025 entries, we’re urging animal-lovers across the country to get their running shoes on and run for pets in need next year.”

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UK heatwave isn't cool for pets

Top tips from RSPCA to keep animals safe and happy during the summer weather

The RSPCA is bracing itself for a surge in calls about animals in need as a heatwave sweeps across England & Wales this week.

Temperatures are expected to hit the mid 30s this week so animal welfare experts and vets are urging pet owners to keep their animals safe and asking the public to take care of wildlife.

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Battersea helping owners to help their pets in Hounslow

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is working in partnership with the London Borough of Hounslow to answer pet owner’s needs at a free community event on Tuesday 13 February.

The pet drop-in event is available to all local pet owners to ask for any advice about their dog or cat. It will also give a chance for owners to get their dog microchipped for free. There’ll also be a free dog tag engraving service available.

Date: Tuesday 13 February

Time: 11am – 3pm

Address: Southville Community and Children’s Centre, Southville Road, Feltham, TW14 8AP

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296 - how dogs and pets teach us kindness

Kim Lengling, author, veteran, pet lover, podcaster, canine and caffeine fan, shares her thoughts on how pets teach us kindness, as well as well as having a lot of fun chatting with Julie! We also bring you news of the latest award friend of the show Rachel Rodgers has won, the latest RVC research into brachycephalic crossbreeding, and New Year's Resolutions to make your dog happy and healthy in 2026.

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