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Britain’s Most Adventurous Cat Named
Thunder with owner Gemma.
Exeter residents Gemma Baker and Mark Hutchings are celebrating after their cat, Thunder, was crowned Britain’s most adventurous cat, beating off stiff competition from over 450 cats across the UK.

The awards were launched by a cat food manufacturer in honour of Bobo, the acrobatic free-running star of that company’s latest TV ad.

Mark, Thunder’s owner got caught up in one of Thunder’s many adventures recently when he climbed to the top of a 30-foot tree. Worried Mark climbed the tree himself in order to save Thunder, but once he reached the top, the daring moggy leapt to the ground unaided and unharmed, and it was poor Mark that needed rescuing with the help of neighbours and ladders!

Gemma comments: “Thunder’s always exploring and he has a cunning knack of getting Mark or I involved in his adventurous pursuits! I can’t believe that his adventures have landed him the crown of Britain’s Most Adventurous Cat, and us a trip to Africa – I’ll never complain about his antics again!”  

Lucky Gemma and Mark will be jetting off to the wild African safari lands of Kenya for the chance to see really big adventurous cats in action. Plus, Thunder will enjoy a year’s supply of cat food.

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Vets launch new podcast for pet owners

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 Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.

The venture, called Vets Talking Pets, provides advice and information on a range of topics, including how to select a suitable pet, where to obtain them and how to get the best out of your vet. Maggie and Vanessa will also discuss sensitive subjects, including end-of-life care, raw food diets and the cost of veterinary care.

The podcast can be found on all the usual podcast sites, including Podbean, Apple, Amazon Music and YouTube. 

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RCVS Regional Question Time heads to Edinburgh

The RCVS is to bring its Regional Question Time (RQT) to Edinburgh for 2026.

The event will take place at Novotel Edinburgh Park in Edinburgh on Wednesday, 20 May 2026.

It will begin with supper and drinks at 6.30pm, with an evening programme from 7.30pm. This will start with an update on RCVS' activities, followed by questions and answers with representatives.

RCVS is encouraging an 'open dialogue', in which queries can be raised in a friendly, informal environment.

While discussions are expected to be audience-led, the RQT is expected address major issues including the VSA, the CMA's remedy package and the VN Vision project.

Tim Parkin, RCVS president, said: "It's an important time for the professions, and I'm looking forward to meeting colleagues in Scotland as we navigate this period of change together so we can come out stronger."

Tickets can be booked here.