A ‘free lunch’ that cost me a lot of energy, but I’m glad I went!
Recent Posts
Stress in Cats Course
What a cat needs: Peace, patience and understanding. And then some.
Dogs and Emotions Course
Understanding more about how dogs feel will help me approach them on a dog rescue!
Branching Out in Animal Welfare
I need more to do with the Animal Ambulance, so I’ve joined the magazine team there – and applied for a volunteer position at a local wildlife rescue centre!
Reflections about a supergiant god of war
It’s not Betelgeuse, Antares or Aldebaran. Has Mars has gone off it’s rocker?
Down with the Ceiling!
Even birds know they need to trap air to keep warm. The previous owners of our house didn’t so I set about fixing roof insulation.
The Summer Triangle
A triangle of bright stars with 2 fast spinners and a blue supergiant more than 2500 light years away
Lunar Eclipse on a Sunday
A total lunar eclipse, already in progress as the moon rises in the east on Sunday 7 September 2025 YOOL.
A Historical Perspective on Astronomy
How astronomical phenomena have been interpreted in our own history, and a look at how people have related to them. From my archives! 😉
Are Small Lives Worth Less?
I’ve had many call-outs where there’s no guarantee of picking up an animal. But why is it different for birds and other small animals?
Training Days
Hands-on training in how to use cat traps, animal stretchers, and more!
Animal First Aid Course
Knowledge of animals is invaluable! Hands-on animal first aid training with a live (and thankfully docile!) dog with a local animal hospital.