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1. World’s Tallest Donkey
* A donkey named Patrick, owned by farmer David Hodge, has been officially recognized as the world’s tallest donkey by Guinness World Records.
* Patrick stands at 17.3 hands (71 inches) tall.
2. A Blessing of the Animals
* Salisbury Cathedral held a pet service in September, blessing over 60 animals (dogs, hamsters, tortoises, etc.).
* This was the second such event, following a successful service in September 2024.
* The service included readings, hymns, and music. Animals kept outdoors were also welcome on the grounds.
3. Rescued Dogs join the Force
* Rescued springer spaniels from Tickhill, South Yorkshire, have been trained to assist the Manchester Police dog unit.
* The unit has seen a 33% increase in arrests as 2024 with the help of these dogs.
* The dogs are used for tracking suspects and locating evidence (drugs, cash, weapons). They recently recovered a stolen watch and apprehended a suspect hiding in a bin.
4. An Emu’s Unexpected Journey
* The text begins to tell the story of an emu named Jonathan and his owner, Rhi Evans, from Cirencester, Gloucestershire, but the story is incomplete.
