Country diary: Trouble beneath the blackthorn

Country diary: Trouble beneath the blackthorn

A calf from last year stands alone, nibbling bramble leaves, more bored by the idleness than hungry.‘Fed before dawn, the beasts now lie cudding, eyes half closed, contented.’ Photograph: Sarah LaughtonI move among them familiarly; all born on the farm, they have been handled from an early age.

You should probably get a heated bed for your dog this winter

You should probably get a heated bed for your dog this winter

(Picture: KHPet)If you’ve ever sat on a heated bed, seat, or even a toilet then you know it’s what dreams are made of, especially during winter. (Picture: KHPet)The Thermo Snuggly Sleeper by K&H Pet Products will make sure your beloved pooch stays warm when the temperatures drop.

Life as a pariah sees it

Life as a pariah sees it

It bewilders me to see that if dog lovers can shower love and affection on their pedigree pets, then why not on us? It’s been an year since he has gone but I’m still hoping some day Rico will come back to me.