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Nantwich woman celebrates Crufts accolade for Terrier Harrison

Nantwich woman celebrates Crufts accolade for Terrier Harrison

It was a case of every dog having its day for Dandie Dinmont Terrier Harrison who scooped a prestigious prize at Crufts 2018 for his Nantwich owner Julie Booth.

Three-year-old Harrison put his best paw forward at Birmingham’s NEC, impressing judges to scoop the Best of Breed award.

March 13, 2018
Dog which helped Nantwich teen battle depression nominated in Crufts award

Dog which helped Nantwich teen battle depression nominated in Crufts award

Grooming is a treat for any dog – but for Nantwich animal lover Ashleigh Rose it is a coping mechanism.

The 17-year-old, from Oakes Corner, Hatherton, grooms her Shih Tzu Gladys to calm her down when she’s upset.

February 24, 2018
Swan attacked by dog on River Weaver died, RSPCA confirms

Swan attacked by dog on River Weaver died, RSPCA confirms

A swan rescued from the River Weaver in Nantwich after being attacked by a dog, has died.

The bird was rescued by RSPCA and Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service officers off Manor Road North on Saturday afternoon (September 30).

October 3, 2017
Fire crews rescue swan after dog attack in Nantwich

Fire crews rescue swan after dog attack in Nantwich

Fire crews rescued a swan from a river in Nantwich after it had been attacked by a dog.

The incident happened at the River Weaver off Manor Road North, Nantwich.

October 2, 2017
Dog trainer and shop boss scoop Reaseheath College apprentice awards

Dog trainer and shop boss scoop Reaseheath College apprentice awards

A dog trainer and manager of an animal feeds shop took top titles at a Reaseheath College awards ceremony celebrating apprenticeships and traineeships.

Sian Howells, 24, who works for WKD Trained Dogs in Stone, was crowned Intermediate Apprentice of the Year.

March 21, 2017
RSPCA hunt owners after dog tied up and left for dead in Crewe

RSPCA hunt owners after dog tied up and left for dead in Crewe

RSPCA officers are hunting owners of a dog they left for dead and bleeding tied up to a road sign in Crewe

A woman spotted the large Dogue de Bordeaux abandoned in Birchall Walk.

February 4, 2017
Man killed after road accident on Waterlode in Nantwich

Man killed after road accident on Waterlode in Nantwich

A man has died after a serious road accident on Waterlode in Nantwich today, police have confirmed.

Cheshire Police had to close the road in both directions between Welsh Row and Railway Hotel roundabout after the incident.

October 23, 2016
Nantwich students scoops Crufts honour with Border Collie

Nantwich students scoops Crufts honour with Border Collie

A Nantwich student made sure it was a double celebration at this year’s Crufts.

Paige Jepson and her four-legged friend, Poppy, strolled away with a top prize on the 125th anniversary of the world’s largest dog show.

March 14, 2016
Woman and rescue dog to trek Nantwich to Llangollen for charity

Woman and rescue dog to trek Nantwich to Llangollen for charity

A woman suffering from a rare thyroid disease is to trek from Nantwich to Llangollen with her rescue dog in aid of charity.

Emma Husband and border terrier cross Timo will be completing the 60-mile trek in May along the canal.

January 24, 2016
Dog rescued from house fire in Nantwich

Dog rescued from house fire in Nantwich

A dog was rescued from a burning home by fire crews in Nantwich.

The blaze happened at a property on Wyche Avenue in Nantwich at about 5.30pm today (November 5).

November 5, 2015
Cheshire Police hunt pit bull dog after woman and pet attacked

Cheshire Police hunt pit bull dog after woman and pet attacked

Police are hunting a dangerous dog on the loose in South Cheshire after it attacked a woman and killed her pet.

Two Staffordshire pit bull type dogs attacked the woman who was out walking her Jack Russell dog in Mellor Street, Crewe.

August 17, 2015
RSPCA Crewe & Nantwich to stage Family Fun Dog Show

RSPCA Crewe & Nantwich to stage Family Fun Dog Show

RSPCA Crewe & Nantwich District Branch is staging a Family Fun Dog Show on Sunday May 17, 11am to 4pm.

The show is taking place at Santosha Boarding Kennels & Cattery, in Hankelow, near Nantwich.

May 12, 2015
Cheshire fire rescue crew heads for earthquake-hit Nepal

Cheshire fire rescue crew heads for earthquake-hit Nepal

A team of firefighters from Cheshire is travelling to Nepal to help in search and rescue operation after an earthquake killed up to 4,000 people.

Six Cheshire staff and a rescue dog are joining a 67-strong International Search and Rescue Team.

April 27, 2015