July 2008
National Rabbit Week - Latest Homes – 22nd January 2008
[ January 22, 2008; ] It’s officially National Rabbit Week!
So if you are the proud owner of one (or more) of Britain’s third most popular pets, you’re thinking about getting one in 2008, or just a big fan of lagomorphs in general, then read on…
Traditionally, rabbits have always been seen as the ideal children’s pet, seemingly requiring less care and [...]
Why Did the Toad Cross the Road? – Latest Homes – 29th January 2008
[ January 29, 2008; ] This is not another rubbish cracker joke left over from Christmas (and this year weren’t they particularly poor?) but a very serious question indeed.
Our local toads will soon be starting to migrate – returning to the same ponds where they were themselves spawned; and often having to travel up to half a mile across fields [...]
Valentines Day Special – Latest Homes – 12th February 2008
[ February 12, 2008; ] APHRODISIAC (OYSTERS)
(by Shel Silverstein / Pat Dailey)
‘Now, listen to me, folks…
Hear what I say.
You got to eat oysters everyday
They’ll put your love life back on track
They’re nature’s own aphrodisiac.’
Yes, love is most definitely in the air this week; and I bet all our local oyster bars are rubbing their hands in anticipation of the annual [...]
In Leaps and Bounds! - Latest Homes – February 26th 2008
[ February 26, 2008; ] As it’s ‘Leap Week’ this week, I thought we’d take a topical delve into the Animal Kingdom to find out who the greatest leaper actually is?
As mammals, we humans are pretty rubbish at jumping but at least we can; for many mammals including elephants, cows, pandas and giraffes, cannot jump at all. Rabbits on the [...]
Warmth, Light and Purpose - Pet Ownership for Senior Citizens – Latest Homes
[ February 19, 2008; ] We’ve all heard the rather dated expression that a dog is a man’s best friend, but did you know that a pet could be an elderly person’s lifeline?
Having a pet provides different advantages to different people. Companionship is usually top of the list, but to an elderly person, this extends much more than one can [...]
Crufts 2008 – 5th February 2008 – Latest Homes
[ February 5, 2008; ] If you’re a dog lover too, the chances are that you’ll be well-aware of the greatest canine convention on the planet happening in exactly a month’s time.
The Kennel Club’s world-famous Crufts Dog Show 2008 will once again be filling all five main halls of Birmingham’s giant NEC. A staggering 25,000 dogs are expected compete this [...]
Springtime and Bumble bees - Latest Homes - 18th March 2008
[ March 18, 2008; ] With this winter’s milder weather encouraging animals to start planning their year weeks earlier than usual, it’s impossible not to feel the mounting anticipation of spring.
With daylight on the increase, and temperatures steadily rising too, our thoughts automatically turn to spending more time outdoors, going for walks, or just sitting in the garden. It is [...]
Gone With the Wind!
[ May 13, 2008; ] One of my favourite scenes (and indeed lines) from any movie is from the Dudley Moore classic ‘10’; the flatulent housekeeper Mrs Kissel is leaving the room and she displays her powerful ability to pass gas in front of Dud and the singing vicar, who explains that “Whenever Mrs. Kissel breaks wind we beat the [...]
Happy Healthy Goldfish!
[ May 6, 2008; ] It’s Bank Holiday season already – and, as expected - travelling fairgrounds once more make their colourful cross-country pilgrimage, pitching-up on waste grounds and parks nationwide. But remember when you could win a goldfish that was waiting in a bag for its new home?
I’m sure some fish would have been cherished and lived for 20 [...]
‘Starling Come Dancing’ - Latest Homes – December 4th 2007
[ December 4, 2007; ] Every day there are plenty of reminders as to why we choose to live here. Three of my favourites right now are sunsets, seascapes, and starlings.
This almost hypnotic combination never fails to amaze and impress me, again and again, year after year. Whichever pier these highly agile ‘garden’ birds pick to perform their fine aerial [...]
