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Trainer of horse that died in Grand National blames animal rights protesters

Three horses died across three days of racing at Aintree

Liverpool Echo

Man loses index finger during dog attack in Far North Queensland

A Queensland council is investigating after a man's finger was bitten off while he was rescuing his pets from a dog attack in Cairns.

ABC News

Trainer blames animal rights protesters for Grand National horse death

A total of three horses died across three days of racing at Aintree in Liverpool last week. Hill Sixteen, owned by Jimmy Fyffe, fell at the first fence on Saturday, suffering terminal injuries

Daily Mirror

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Public and their dogs expected to honour Paul O'Grady at funeral cortege this week

His funeral will take place on April 20 followed by a private memorial at his favourite safari park

Belfast Live

Grand National protestors promise "summer of action" at a host of sporting events

Animal rights activists delayed the start of the Grand National race at Aintree on Saturday, with Merseyside Police eventually making 118 arrests amid ugly scenes

Daily Mirror

Security stepped up amid fears activists will disrupt Derby and Royal Ascot

Security at the Derby and Royal Ascot will be stepped up amid fears that animal rights activists will strike again after disrupting the Grand National, the Guardian understands

The Guardian - UK

Dog tied to railings and abandoned twice in a day in Dublin city centre

My Lovely Horse Rescue is calling for the establishment of a Garda Animal Welfare Unit to ensure there are fines and prosecutions for people mistreating animals.

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Hunters in Lebanon use automatic rifles to gun down dozens of rare birds ‘for fun’

People hunting for sport in northern Lebanon used automatic rifles to massacre dozens of rare wild birds traveling through the region on their migration route to Europe. Lebanese animal rights activists have denounced the cruelty of these hunters who slaughter these protected species with total impunity “for fun".

France 24

Dog owners issued urgent warning over garden plants that are actually poisonous

As spring flowers continue to bloom there are actually certain plants that dog owners need to be aware of to avoid their furry friend becoming unwell.

Daily Record

Trainer says "we are all completely devastated" following horse's death in Grand National

Sandy Thomson's runner Hill Sixteen died after falling at the first fence in Saturday's Grand National

Irish Mirror

Trainer of Grand National horse who died blames 'ignorant' protesters who delayed race

Hill Sixteen died after falling at the first fence during the Grand National at Aintree

Wales Online

Tiny puppies dumped in bag and left for dead at Welsh country park

A member of the public could hear the sound of crying dogs coming from a hedge

Wales Online

Baker's dog ruins mum's gender reveal cupcakes - and still bills her £25

The pregnant 22-year-old recently found out she is expecting a girl and ordered the cupcakes as a fun way to share the happy news with her close family and friends.

Daily Record

RSPCA calls for horse safety reforms as racing chiefs defend Grand National

The animal charity is calling for the race to involve fewer horses and for jockeys to lose their whips.

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Grand National trainer blames ‘ignorant’ protesters for horse’s death

Animal Rising, who were behind Saturday’s protest, said their actions were ‘aimed to prevent exactly that from happening’ following the death of Hill Sixteen

AAP

Ferry operator fights pony deaths guilty ruling

The operator of the Spirit of Tasmania ferry service has appealed an animal welfare conviction over the deaths of 16 polo ponies.

Daily Record

Snake owners are ditching their pets due to cost of living crisis

Owners are giving up their snakes because of the cost of lighting and heat to keep them alive.

Nottingham Post

'Disgusting' dog fouling issue in Nottinghamshire village despite ‘plenty of signs and bins’

It's a problem for many locals in the area

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Daily Mirror

Grand National protesters pledge more disruption - with Epsom Derby feared next

Campaigners from Animal Rising may target Epsom Derby next after storming the racecourse Aintree on Saturday ahead of this year's Grand National

Evening Standard

British Horseracing Authority ‘robustly condemns’ Grand National protests

The British Horseracing Authority has “robustly condemned” protests by an animal rights group at the Grand National.

Manchester Evening News

Police issue update on animal rights activists arrested in huge Grand National protest

Officers arrested 118 people and took 65 into custody who will be be bailed pending further enquiries

ABC News

My son wanted to live but he couldn't navigate his alcohol addiction. There was nowhere to turn for help

After multiple detoxes, battling poor mental health and alcohol dependence, my son was sober for five months in the year before his death. Warning labels on alcohol packaging, and stopping large quantities of alcohol being sold for pocket change might have saved his life, writes Rachel Allen.

The Independent UK

More than 60 in custody after Grand National protests

Police arrested 118 people on Saturday after protesters tried to gain entry to the Aintree Racecourse track, delaying the start of the Grand National.

Liverpool Echo

Police issue update on animal rights activists arrested after Aintree protest

The Grand National race was temporarily delayed as protesters ran onto the course

Liverpool Echo

No charges yet after 118 animal rights protesters arrested at Aintree

Scores of activists gathered at Aintree yesterday with the aim of putting a halt to the famous races

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