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Mathsword

Can you solve the clues to find the crossword answers? The first one has been done for you.

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Down 2 The number of pence in a pound (3,7) 3 Four squared (7) 4 50% of 120 (5) 5 The next number in the series 3, 6, 9, 12, ? (7) 7 The square root of nine (5)

Maths Symbol Grid Can you fill in the grid so that each row, column and box contain the maths symbols +, -, x, ÷ with no repetition?

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years younger.

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When Millie is 15, Isobel will still be 3

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MAJORITY OF DOG OWNERS IN THE SOUTH WEST HAVE NO PLANS IN PLACE FOR PETS IF WORST WERE TO HAPPEN Dogs Trust urges owners to think ahead and make provisions for the care of their dog should they become seriously ill or pass away

More than half (57%) of dog owners in the South West have not made any plans or thought about who would take over ownership of their dog if they became seriously ill or passed away 61% of dog owners in the South West think a friend or family member would take over ownership of their dog but have not discussed it with them

More than half (57%) of dog owners in the South West have not made any plans about who would take over ownership of their dog if the worst were to happen, according to data from Dogs Trust’s brand-new research.(1)

The findings, released today, suggest owners could be putting their dogs in a vulnerable position by not making provisions for their care should they fall seriously ill or pass away, with more than a quarter (28%) of dog owners in the South West surveyed by the charity admitting that they have not even thought about what would happen in that scenario.

Worryingly, 61% of respondents in the South West also said that whilst they think they have a friend or family member who would take over ownership of the dog, they have not discussed it with the person in question – a cause for concern for the charity.

Dogs Trust is urging the public to sign up to their free Canine Care Card Service, to ensure their dog can be cared for by the UK’s largest dog welfare charity at one of their state-ofthe-art rehoming centres, should they become too ill to be able to keep them or pass away.

The charity is also encouraging dog owners to appoint a ‘dog guardian’, this could be family member, friend or even a neighbour or vet who agrees to take care of your dog and sign over your dog to Dogs Trust in the interim should you no longer be able to. Dogs Trust also recommends updating your Will to include your Canine Care Card information and notifying friends and family of your wishes to ensure the process is dealt with as smoothly as possible when the time comes.

Amy Bingham, Supporter Relations Officer at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe, said:

“Recent world events have shown that we never know what is around the corner and that life can be unpredictable. As a nation of dog lovers, we know the little quirks that make our dogs unique and I for one enjoy having the peace of mind that if the time ever comes when I can’t be with my dog, Dogs Trust is the next best place for her to be and they will never put a healthy dog down.

“We want to normalise making plans for the care of your dog should the worst happen, so that dog owners can have peace of mind that their four-legged friend will be given the best possible care if they no longer can. We would urge dog owners to think about signing up to a free Canine Care Card, so that should the worst happen Dogs Trust can take your dog in and make sure they are looked after as you would at home.”

Three-year old Shih Tzu cross, Rupert, and two-year-old Yorkshire Terrier, Bramble arrived at Dogs Trust Ilfracombe earlier this year after their owner had signed up for the Canine Care Card Service. Paul and Kay Dufty, who live near Bristol, were looking to welcome a dog into their life after losing their previous dog, Dave, and said the house just didn’t feel the same without a four-legged friend. Kay said: “Rupert and Bramble, now Norman and Georgie, have settled in so well. After a few days of tiptoeing around the house, they now see the house as their own and their individual personalities are shining through. Norman is very much the chilled, playful one who loves to chase a ball or squeaky toy. Georgie is the sensible grown-up in the relationship, who enjoys her food, and her best game is foraging for treats in the grass. “We have adopted two other rescue dogs in the past and they gave us nothing but love, fun and enriched our lives. There are so many dogs in rescue centres waiting for a loving home, who have ended up there through a variety of circumstances, that going to Dogs Trust and enlisting the help of their staff was the most obvious and responsible thing to do when looking for our next companions. “Dogs Trust work so hard to get things right the first time to ensure the right dogs match the right owners. So, if you're looking to make a dog a part of your family, consider giving a rescue dog a second chance. You won't regret it!”

This important message comes as the charity launches a heart-warming TV advert this week, encouraging people to consider signing up for a free Canine Care Card. The advert, with a voice over from dog-loving actor, Jonathan Pryce, depicts the close bond between crossbreed, Wilf and his owner, Tom - including Wilf’s penchant for stealing Tom’s underpants. Unfortunately, Tom passes away, but luckily he had signed up to Dogs Trust’s Canine Care Card, meaning that Wilf and all his quirks, were taken in by the charity.