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A Life-Long
Commitment…
Arena UK
The Best Equestrian Venue
It’s approaching that time of year again
when presents are exchanged and faces
light up. If you’re thinking of getting a pet
this Christmas, make sure you know what
you’re letting yourself in for; owning a
pet is a big responsibility. Did you know
that towards the end of 2006, the RSPCA
took in 50 unwanted cats and dogs
EVERY DAY over the festive period?!
Owning a pet is often too much for
some, which is why Reflect would like to
encourage all of our readers considering
getting a pet for Christmas to do their
research first before they make such a big
commitment…
Make your home a safe environment -
Unfortunately, making your home safe
is often a job that is overlooked. Pet
proofing your home can lower the risk
of a serious accident occurring. Poisons
in the home that can kill or seriously
injure your pet include some kinds of
house plants (dieffenbachia, philodendron,
hyacinth, and mistletoe), pesticides, and
medications.
Make sure your pet receives a complete
check-up - Most people only take their
We all know the joy a pet can bring us
so whether you’re looking for man’s best
friend or a cute cat to add to your family,
Reflect would like to recommend the British
Shorthairs and Bengals from Evacats and the
Great Danes from Evadogs; all lovingly bred
by experienced breeder, Jayne Evans.
Jayne started her feline breeding career with
British Shorthair Tipped, which are so easy
to fall in love with thanks to their laid back,
cuddly nature. Jayne then moved onto Bengals:
“Shortly after breeding British Shorthairs, my
friend introduced me to Bengals. They’re stunning
and not like any other cat; they’re highly intelligent
and very inquisitive. However, they do require
lots of attention. They’re not the kind of cat that
can be left home alone all day – they need a
playmate.”
Jayne currently has a number of Bengals and
British Shorthairs, all of which are vaccinated
and registered, for sale. As well as breeding
British Shorthairs and Bengals, Jayne also
pet to a veterinarian when a health
problem already exists or for routine
vaccinations. Vaccinations are used
to prevent often fatal diseases, such
as parvovirus and distemper in dogs,
leukaemia in cats, myxomatosis and viral
haemorrhagic disease in rabbits, plus
many more.
Design a diet and exercise plan to meet
your pet’s specific needs - Obesity
leads to serious health problems such
as heart disease. Exercise is important,
but a pet will only exercise if there is an
incentive to do so. Your veterinarian will
consider what stage of life your pet is in,
the amount of activity your pet enjoys,
and the time of year before outlining a
specific plan. The right kind of food and
physical activity can add to the quality of
your pet’s life.
Instead of buying your pet from a pet
shop, Reflect would like to suggest going
to a reputable breeder or going to an
animal shelter to adopt a rescued animal.
The countless rescue centres across the
region, sadly, always have plenty of pets
for you to choose from, whether you’re
looking for a dog, cat or even a rabbit.
Quality Breeds Courtesy of
EvaCats & EvaDogs
shows her cats at the GCCF Shows across
the country.
As well as her cats, Jayne also has four adult
Great Danes living with her, as well as a
number of puppies looking for new homes.
Jayne said: “Once you’ve had a Great Dane, you’ll
never want any other dog. I strictly vet the people
that come to me wanting a Great Dane puppy –
they’re required to spend some time in my living
room with two of the four adults I have before
they’re even allowed to see the puppies. This is to
ensure people can cope with the size and nature
of an adult before they commit to a puppy.”
Reflect have awarded Jayne with a Platinum
Certificate of Recognition for Animal
Well-being, for all her hard work promoting
and maintaining the breeds she loves.
Contact
Tel: 01952 619855
E-mail: mejtiggr@blueyonder.co.uk
Web: www.evacats-dog.com
Often referred to as Archangel cats,
Russian Blues make excellent pets.
Hobby breeder and enthusiast, Debbie
Mckno, a member of The Russian Blue
Breeders Association, has a handful of
Russian Blue kittens looking for new
homes.
Debbie said: “I have five kittens
at home at the moment, four of
which are available for re-homing
in November. All my kittens are
registered with the GCCF and have
been raised indoors, in a loving family
environment. This means that kittens
will have been well handled and are
used to domestic noises from an early
age. I’m happy for people to come
and see the kittens, as I pride myself
on finding the right homes for them
all. I’m are happy to allow visits from
nine weeks and am always on hand
to answer questions and provide
guidance or support.”
Debbie stumbled upon the Russian
Blue breed less than four years
ago, when she bought her first cat,
Westbridge Dogs
Miniature and Standard
Schnauzers, Miniature long-haired
Dachshunds and Tibetan Terriers
Puppies are Kennel Club reg first vacc
micro-chipped and vet checked before
leaving. We have both Miniature and
Standard puppies due in October.
Tel: 01777 705325
Email: westbridgedogs@yahoo.co.uk
Beautiful Russian Blues From Love Blues
Kessa. “I fell in love with this breed
at first sight, and as my husband is a
farmer, it was a natural step to begin
breeding,” Debbie explained.
As owning a kitten is a big
responsibility, and because all Debbie’s
kittens are pure-bred Russian Blues,
she charges £450 per kitten. “I’ve
had a handful of people enquire
about kittens from me for the wrong
reasons, but there are so many crossbreeds
out there that in order to set
myself apart as a responsible breeder
of pure-bred kittens, all my kittens
are registered and my prices will put
off anyone who wants to make money
quickly through irresponsible breeding.
We provide paperwork, a fivegeneration
pedigree and a kitten pack
which includes food. It’s important
to me to maintain the quality of the
Russian Blue breed, as well as their
loving, affectionate and gentle nature.”
For more information on Debbie’s
kittens, please call 01254 245185
or visit www.love-blues.co.uk
With thrilling events taking place
throughout the year, top facilities
and a 560-acre site, Arena UK was
Reflect’s number one choice for our
Certificate of Recognition for Best
Equestrian Venue. As Lincolnshire’s
biggest and most exciting equestrian
arena, Arena UK offers visitors an
unrivalled opportunity to see the very
best in show jumping, dressage and
cross country.
Based in Grantham, this wellestablished
events venue was taken
over by Lauren Humphries in 2005,
who strives to offer visitors an exciting
and unique equestrian experience.
Lauren was delighted to receive
the Certificate of Recognition,
she says: “We guarantee a good
day out and extend a warm and
friendly welcome to all of our visitors.
Arena UK promises great value for
money, as we don’t charge an entry
fee, and we boast an unrivalled
opportunity to see some of the UK’s
top show jumpers.”
Sales Executive, Rochelle Taylor-
Smith, says: “Arena UK boasts firstclass
equestrian facilities, is within
easy reach of the Reflect region and
promises to deliver visitors of all ages
an enjoyable and memorable day
out. It’s certainly well-deserving of
the title Best Equestrian Venue and
I am thrilled that they have won this
award.”
Arena UK features a championship
indoor arena with 60 by 38 metre
ring, an all-weather outdoor arena
with 120 by 90 metre ring and three
additional all-weather outdoor
arenas, allowing events to take
place throughout the year. Arena UK
is the host to a number of prestigious
championships each year, including
the Major Grand Prix Festival of Show
Jumping and the Miniature Horse
Show, as well as Arena UK Riding
Club, Mounted Games Camps,
Unaffiliated Dressage, Unaffiliated
Showing and Unaffiliated Show
Jumping, and Polo Crosse will be
introduced shortly.
Equestrianism shines within this
championship show ground, which
is proud to host the British Show
Jumping Association’s Regional and
National Amateur Championships.
Coupled with the British Show Pony
Society’s National Championships it
also offers other prestigious societies
a home to their premier annual
events with unrivalled facilities.
Riding for the disabled is also actively
encouraged at Arena UK.
Arena UK has an exciting programme
of events lined up for the remainder
of 2010:
• 16th – 17th October – Horseball
• 23rd – 24th October – BSPS Heritage
• 29th – 31st October – Senior BS
• 7th November – Junior BS
• 11th November – Oliver Townend
Tour
• 14th November – Senior BS
• 25th November – Pippa and William
Funnell Demonstration
• 28th November – Indoor XC
• 1st December – British Dressage
• 3rd – 5th December – Senior BC
• 12th December – Indoor XC
• 29th December – British
Dressage
Livery facilities, ranging from DIY,
part livery, full livery and full livery
plus exercise, are available on-site
at Arena UK and include: happy,
safe hacking in over 500 acres of
countryside, 24-hour security over
stables and grazing, individual
paddock grazing, all stable duties
catered for and secure parking for
trailers and horseboxes.
When it comes to refreshments
there’s plenty of choice as Arena UK
also incorporates, a conservatory
restaurant, a bistro restaurant
and a VIP restaurant, all boasting
delicious cuisine, which ranges from
traditional English favourites
to Italian classics. For all
your conference needs
there is also exhibition and
conference marquees
with private bar facilities
and projection screens.
Ample car parking space is
available on-site and Arena
UK is home to 60 permanent
stables, 2000 temporary
stables, licensed bars and
grand stand seating for up
to 1,000 visitors.
To discover more about
the first-class facilities and
exciting events taking place
at Arena UK, visit
www.arenauk.org
Alternatively, contact Arena
UK directly on 01476 591569
or email arenauk@hotmail.
com
Arena UK
Allington
Grantham
Lincolnshire
NG32 2EF