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Weird and wonderful rescues of 2014
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RSPCA reveals its oddest rescue missions

A praying mantis, a wallaby and an emu are among the most unusual animals to be rescued by the RSPCA last year.

Other weird and wonderful creatures to be rescued were an axolotyl, crabs, marmosets, a wolf, stick insects and a rare panther chameleon.

A whopping 27 tarantulas were also helped by the charity, as well as a deadly funnel web spider.

A red lory called Romeo caused quite a flap last year when he escaped from his home and was caught tucking into a slice of watermelon at a local fruit and veg shop.

The charity also took in a seal - later named Dumbledore - who was mysteriously found on a farm 20 miles from the sea.

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Voting opens for BEVA Council

News Story 1
 Eligible members of BEVA will be able to vote for their Council team until Monday, 17 August 2026. Members will have received an election email on 17 July.

There are five candidates standing for four available places on Council. They are:

  • Alexandre Triguino
  • Angela Jones
  • Beth Bryant
  • Holly Rees
  • Hugh Somerville
Full profiles for each candidate can be found on the BEVA website

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News Shorts
Milk recalled over presence of veterinary medicines

Graham's Family Dairy has issued a recall for its semi-skimmed milk due to the presence of veterinary medicines in the product.

In a risk statement, the Food Standards Agency said the presence of the medicines, including penicillin, make the milk unsafe to consume and 'may be a possible health risk for anyone with an allergy to antibiotics'.

Customers who bought the product are advised to return it to the store of purchase for a full refund.