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War Animals celebrates the lives of the animals who served alongside their human comrades in World War II.

Rememebering War Animals

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Released Sun October 21, 2018
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In this, our 200th episode, we feature author Robin Hutton, discussing the animals heroes of World War II. On Remembrance Day, we recall the sacrifice of those who gave their lives in the line of duty. Those brave soldiers were courageously supported by many animals, and you can hear Robin tell some of their amazing stories.
Plus Julie and Jenny bring you the DogCast Radio News, featuring remarkable dogs, clever dogs, working dogs, and according to a study, the ubiquitous feature of modern life which can depress our dogs.
We celebrate our 200th podcast with a look back at how things have changed over the past thirteen years.

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Robin Hutton

Robin Hutton, author of War Animals, the unsung heroes of World War II.

Battersea is holding cinema nights in October

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home has announced a brand-new fundraising event to be held at their London Centre on 24 and 25 October. Battersea Lates will give ticketholders a unique opportunity to enter the grounds after dark, meet some very special dogs, and enjoy pizza beneath the stars, before cosying up in Battersea’s atmospheric surroundings to watch a classic animal-themed film.

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Battersea's blockbusters

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will be holding two special cinema nights in the grounds of their London centre on 24 and 25 October.

Battersea's cinema nights

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will be holding two special cinema nights in the grounds of their London centre on 24 and 25 October.

Enzo and Honey

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will be holding two special cinema nights in the grounds of their London centre on 24 and 25 October.

Battersea is holding cinema nights

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will be holding two special cinema nights in the grounds of their London centre on 24 and 25 October. Battersea

Cinema Nights for Battersea

Battersea Dogs & Cats Home will be holding two special cinema nights in the grounds of their London centre on 24 and 25 October. Battersea

Battersea long stay Hope finally has a home

One of the Battersea Old Windsor residents Hope has found a new home, after 287 days in kennels.

The eight-year-old Mongrel, was found as a stray by a member of the public in Surrey back in November 2017. Despite always being a friendly and bubbly dog, she found it hard to catch the attention of customers passing her kennels. Kaye Mughal, Centre Manager at Battersea Old Windsor, believes this is down to Hope’s size.

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