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Worcester Cathedral to hold 'Vicar of Dibley' style service
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Wendy, one of the greyhounds that will benefit from the service.
Animal Blessing to celebrate the Retired Greyhound Trust's 40th anniversary

Hundreds of hounds and their owners will congregate at Worcester Cathedral on Saturday 18 April for a special charity service in aid of the Retired Greyhound Trust (RGT) .

The service will be held in a style reminiscent of a ceremony in the BBC Sitcom, Vicar of Dibley.

The "All Creatures Great and Small" Animal Blessing is one of a number of events being held to celebrate the RGT's 40th anniversary. It will include a special, animal friendly service which includes animal-related hymns, music, readings.

Furthermore, a special Memory Tree will be available on which those who wish to remember a pet that has passed away can place a memorial heart.

After the special blessing, pets and their owners will be able to enjoy refreshments and browse a number of charity guest stalls.

Tracey Parbery, secretary of the Hall Green branch of the RGT and organiser of the blessing said: “We are excited to welcome greyhounds, owners, RGT volunteers and supporters to this very special service which commemorates 40 years of the Retired Greyhound Trust’s work. The RGT has found loving homes for over 70,000 greyhounds since 1975, and I thought this blessing would be a lovely way to recognise this achievement.

“We would like to extend an invitation to anyone who loves animals, supports the RGT or who would simply like to find out more about the charity’s work. It promises to be a great day for dogs and owners alike, and we hope many people will join us for this unique celebration.”

The Blessing starts at 2pm and admission is free. For further information, contact Hall Green Retired Greyhound Trust on 07703 280321 or by email via hallgreenrgt.co.uk.

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Cold-water dip to raise funds for Vetlife

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 The veterinary mental health charity Vetlife is inviting the veterinary community to join it for a sponsored cold-water dip.

The event will take place at Walpole Bay, Margate, on 17 May during Mental Health Awareness Week. Participants of all abilities can join in the challenge and are advised to bring a towel, a hot drink, a snack, and warm clothes to get changed into afterwards.

Those taking part are being asked to try to raise £100 each to support the work of the charity.

Details about how to take part can be found here. 

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