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Please share Female cat found in Croserw, elderly, no microchip or collarPlease contact us on 01639 642739
23/10/2026

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Female cat found in Croserw, elderly, no microchip or collar

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UpdateOwner foundSadly we’ve had a deceased cat brought into us. Black male neutered, microchipped but details are not u...
22/10/2026

Update

Owner found

Sadly we’ve had a deceased cat brought into us.

Black male neutered, microchipped but details are not up to date. He was wearing a collar with stars and moons on.

Found Kingdom Owen Road, Cimla

Please contact us on 01639 642739

🐾 Please Share 🐾Male entire cat found Maesteg, no microchip or collar Contact us on 01639 642739
22/10/2026

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Male entire cat found Maesteg, no microchip or collar

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16/10/2026

Cwmafan Branch Fiday 16th October
Unfortunately we've had to close our Cwmafan branch for this evening.

If you need any medication urgently please contact our Neath branch on 01639 642739.

We will be back open on Monday morning in Cwmafan

🎆 FIREWORKS NIGHT IS ONLY 3 WEEKS AWAY! 🎆🐾 Is your pet afraid of fireworks? 🐾With Bonfire Night fast approaching, now is...
15/10/2026

🎆 FIREWORKS NIGHT IS ONLY 3 WEEKS AWAY! 🎆

🐾 Is your pet afraid of fireworks? 🐾
With Bonfire Night fast approaching, now is the perfect time to think about how you can help your pet feel calmer and more comfortable during the fireworks season.

💊 Please consider whether you need to order any medication to help reduce your pet’s stress and anxiety. Some options may need to be prescribed in advance, so please don’t leave it until the last minute!

We can offer a variety of options, including non-prescription and prescription medications, depending on your pet’s individual needs.

❤️ If you’re concerned about how your pet will cope, please give us a call on 01639 643739 to discuss the options available.

Let’s help make fireworks season a little less stressful for our furry friends! 🐶🐱❤️

14/10/2026

TRAINING TIPS TUESDAY! 🐾

💰 SHOW ME THE MONEY! (Or the cheese... 🧀)

Let's talk REWARDS!

Imagine working really hard all week, only to be paid in something you don't particularly like. A bag of sprouts, perhaps?

Well, our dogs are no different! Just because WE think something is rewarding doesn't mean THEY agree.

And here's the interesting bit... not all rewards are created equal!

LET'S DO A TASTE TEST! 🧀🍗🥕

Over several days, offer your dog a variety of different foods and see which ones really float their boat!

Try tiny pieces of chicken, cheese, sausage, their usual kibble or different dog treats.

Watch their reactions. Do they politely accept it? Do their eyes light up? Are they practically offering to do the dishes for another piece? 😂

Start building a REWARD HIERARCHY, from the everyday 'that's nice, thanks' to the 'OH MY DOG, I'LL DO ANYTHING FOR THAT!' rewards.

Don't forget, preferences can change depending on the environment, how your dog is feeling and what else is going on.

🧸 TOYS COUNT TOO!

Do exactly the same with toys!

Does your dog love a game of tug? A squeaky toy? A ball? Or perhaps something fluffy they can shake to within an inch of its life?

Try different toys and different ways of playing over several days. Find out what really gets their tail wagging.

BUT WAIT... THERE'S MORE!

Some of the BEST rewards don't come from your pocket or toy bag!

These are what we call LIFE REWARDS.

🐽 Sniffing that fascinating patch of grass.

🐕 Playing with you or a suitable doggy friend.

🐿️ Chasing something appropriate and safe.

🔎 Finding hidden treats or a favourite toy.

Sometimes being allowed to do something your dog REALLY wants to do is far more rewarding than a piece of chicken!

HERE'S THE REALLY IMPORTANT BIT...

The reward needs to suit the behaviour you're teaching.

If you're teaching your dog to SETTLE ON A MAT, for example, there's not much point using a super-exciting food reward that sends them into orbit every time it appears
We're trying to encourage calmness, not create a dog who's bouncing around like a kangaroo on a trampoline!
Choose something your dog enjoys but can remain relaxed around, and deliver it calmly.

On the other hand, if you're practising recall around distractions, you might need to bring out the BIG GUNS! 🧀🍗

The best reward isn't necessarily the most exciting one. It's the one that works for YOUR dog, in THAT situation, for THAT behaviour.

🐾 THIS WEEK'S LITTLE CHALLENGE!
Become a detective! 🕵️‍♀️ Spend a few days discovering what your dog genuinely loves, and start building their very own reward hierarchy.
You might be surprised by what makes the top spot!

So, what's your dog's ultimate reward? Cheese? Chicken? A tennis ball? Or the chance to investigate a particularly interesting blade of grass?

Please share.This green checked conure was brought in to us found in the Melin, Neath. Please phone us on 01639 642739 f...
02/10/2026

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This green checked conure was brought in to us found in the Melin, Neath.

Please phone us on 01639 642739 for further information.

🐾 Please share🐾We recently had a deceased female, young tabby cat with some ginger markings, brought in to us. No microc...
29/09/2026

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We recently had a deceased female, young tabby cat with some ginger markings, brought in to us. No microchip.
Found in Crynant Lanes

This gorgeous pair of Bernese Mountain dog puppies came in today and were very brave for their 2nd vaccinations! ❤️❤️
26/09/2026

This gorgeous pair of Bernese Mountain dog puppies came in today and were very brave for their 2nd vaccinations! ❤️❤️

Look who was back!!! These gorgeous puppies came back with their breeder for their 2nd vaccines! ...
23/09/2026

Look who was back!!!

These gorgeous puppies came back with their breeder for their 2nd vaccines!

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Lletty Nedd, Penydre
Neath
SA113HH

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Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
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