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Carmarthenshire’s dog wardens are teaming up with the Dogs Trust to offer free microchipping, health and training advice. The event is being held at Trallwm Hall, Llwynhendy, on Thursday November 10. Anyone can go along with their dogs between 11.30am and 3.30pm where the Dogs Trust and the Carmarthenshire County Council dog wardens will be able to scan and check chips and microchip dogs. No appointments are needed but dogs must be fully vaccinated. Cllr Jim Jones, Executive Board Member for Public Protection, said: “We’re pleased to be supporting this event and working alongside the Dogs Trust to offer free microchipping and advice to dog owners. “All dogs should now be microchipped by law – this assists our dog warden service in helping reunite dog owners with lost pets as quickly as possible.” All event details can be found at www.chipmydog.org.uk Link Carmarthenshire County Council - stray and lost dogs

Has your dog got what it takes to become Miss World or Mr Universe? Or maybe your pooch has the kindest eyes, is the best working dog or just loves to dress up? If it sounds like your dog, then head down to Pembrey Country Park. On Sunday, May 3, the park plays host to the annual Companion Dog Show and all in the name of charity. Last year over 350 dogs came from far and wide to showcase their talents in aid of the Great Dane Care charity . Some 27 titles are up for grabs including Best Rescue; Best Hound/Gundog; Veteran or Bitch; Sporting Dog, Toy/Utility/Terrier; Fancy Dress as well as Best in Show, Best Novelty amongst them. Three rings will host three classes – Pedigree, Novelty and Handlers Classes and each dog can enter as many ones as they like. The turn up take part family event starts at 10am and is open to well behaved dogs aged six months plus. Entry is £1 to each category and there are no restrictions on the number of classes entered. CC, Reserve CC or Junior warrant...