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0:00:19 > 0:00:22- Welcome, once again, to Llys Nini...
0:00:22 > 0:00:26- ..Wales' largest animal - rehoming centre near Swansea.
0:00:26 > 0:00:31- This week, we'll look at the work - of this unique centre...
0:00:31 > 0:00:33- ..and meet some of the residents.
0:00:33 > 0:00:37- They include - this incredibly cute kitten.
0:00:38 > 0:00:42- She was found in a box with two - other kittens on the roadside...
0:00:42 > 0:00:45- ..in Ffostrasol, Ceredigion.
0:00:45 > 0:00:48- The three were in a box - for a long time...
0:00:48 > 0:00:51- ..but the other two didn't survive.
0:00:51 > 0:00:54- Thankfully, this kitten - is fit and healthy...
0:00:55 > 0:01:00- ..and is searching for a new home - like the other animals here.
0:01:00 > 0:01:04- Let's find out more about the - incredible work of the centre.
0:01:04 > 0:01:10- The RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre is - situated near Junction 47 of the M4.
0:01:10 > 0:01:14- Gorseinon and the Gower - are to the south.
0:01:14 > 0:01:18- Swansea is to the east - and the Lliw Valley is to the west.
0:01:18 > 0:01:23- The heart of the centre is an - old farmhouse from the Middle Ages.
0:01:23 > 0:01:26- It stands on 80 acres of land...
0:01:26 > 0:01:30- ..and is the temporary home - of many orphan animals.
0:01:30 > 0:01:33- The centre develops - various habitats...
0:01:34 > 0:01:38- ..to encourage wildlife - across the site.
0:01:38 > 0:01:41- It's all in aid of the animals.
0:01:42 > 0:01:48- Llys Nini is an independent charity - but is affiliated with the RSPCA.
0:01:48 > 0:01:51- This is one - of 14 branches in Wales...
0:01:52 > 0:01:57- ..of The Royal Society for the - Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
0:01:57 > 0:02:02- The RSPCA inspectors - of the South-West Wales region...
0:02:02 > 0:02:05- ..are based at Llys Nini.
0:02:05 > 0:02:11- They save animals that have been - abandoned, neglected or mistreated.
0:02:11 > 0:02:14- Many of them come - to the Llys Nini Centre.
0:02:16 > 0:02:18- On today's programme...
0:02:19 > 0:02:22- ..we attend the parish church - of Baglan...
0:02:22 > 0:02:25- ..to celebrate the lives of animals.
0:02:25 > 0:02:30- It's an opportunity for us to thank - the animals who keep us company.
0:02:30 > 0:02:32- We meet Zeus the dog.
0:02:33 > 0:02:36- This giant of a dog - has overcome many obstacles.
0:02:37 > 0:02:42- The naturalist, Iolo Williams - visits the centre's otter pond.
0:02:43 > 0:02:48- First, Steffan Alun introduces us - to another resident of Llys Nini.
0:02:49 > 0:02:52- Clive and I are joined by beagles.
0:02:52 > 0:02:57- The eight dogs arrived as puppies - six months ago...
0:02:57 > 0:02:59- ..following a court case.
0:02:59 > 0:03:03- They are ready to be adopted - so are looking for homes.
0:03:04 > 0:03:09- Many of have already been adopted - but there's still a few left.
0:03:09 > 0:03:14- These are hunting dogs so they like - the outdoors and enjoy walking.
0:03:14 > 0:03:18- Some are very shy and - haven't had the chance to socialize.
0:03:19 > 0:03:24- These dogs need an owner - who is fit, energetic and patient...
0:03:24 > 0:03:28- ..who can give them the training - and exercise that they require.
0:03:28 > 0:03:33- When adopting a dog, it's important - to consider all the factors.
0:03:33 > 0:03:35- Do they suit your way of life?
0:03:35 > 0:03:41- For the right owner, these dogs - will be a lifelong friend.
0:03:42 > 0:03:46- # I'm still holding on
0:03:49 > 0:03:52- # And think back
0:03:53 > 0:03:57- # But I've lost the chance #
0:04:02 > 0:04:05- Next, - Gemma has the story of a dog...
0:04:06 > 0:04:08- ..who is a giant - in more ways than one!
0:04:14 > 0:04:20- As inspectors, we often come across - animals who have been mistreated.
0:04:22 > 0:04:26- Zeus, a Dogue de Bordeaux - was a very serious case.
0:04:26 > 0:04:32- When the inspector found him, - he had a painful skin condition.
0:04:32 > 0:04:36- His whole body - was covered in blood blisters.
0:04:36 > 0:04:38- Following an examination...
0:04:38 > 0:04:42- ..the vet found that he had many - other issues with his health.
0:04:42 > 0:04:45- He was both ill and depressed.
0:04:45 > 0:04:51- Many months of attention, care - and love at the centre in Newport...
0:04:51 > 0:04:55- ..transformed both his health - and personality.
0:04:56 > 0:05:01- Today, Zeus is an important part - of Carla and Mike's lives.
0:05:01 > 0:05:05- He also helped them - with a recent bereavement.
0:05:05 > 0:05:09- We found out that my Mum - had stage four terminal cancer.
0:05:09 > 0:05:13- In the nine months that we've had - Zeus, my Mum has passed away.
0:05:13 > 0:05:19- Zeus, Mike and I were like - a little unit, a little family.
0:05:19 > 0:05:25- Zeus has really helped me recover - from the loss of my Mum.
0:05:25 > 0:05:30- He loves playing with his - best friend, Hudson the Doberman...
0:05:31 > 0:05:35- ..and lives like a king in his new - home and has a sofa all to himself.
0:05:36 > 0:05:40- This gentle giant has discovered - his true personality...
0:05:40 > 0:05:42- ..despite his early experiences.
0:05:43 > 0:05:47- Every pet owner is responsible - for the health of that animal.
0:05:48 > 0:05:51- They should ensure - it's treated for any condition.
0:05:51 > 0:05:55- We never found Zeus' - previous owners.
0:05:58 > 0:06:04- A few weeks ago, we heard about a - special nature project at Llys Nini.
0:06:04 > 0:06:09- The aim was to create ponds to - attract otters and other animals.
0:06:09 > 0:06:13- Recently, a familiar face - of the nature world...
0:06:13 > 0:06:15- ..visited the exciting project.
0:06:16 > 0:06:21- During his visit to the ponds, - Iolo met the volunteer, Rhiannon...
0:06:22 > 0:06:26- ..and the project coordinator, - Elen Richards.
0:06:30 > 0:06:32- When did the work start?
0:06:33 > 0:06:38- We started digging out the ponds - in June and July.
0:06:38 > 0:06:40- That took about two weeks...
0:06:41 > 0:06:45- ..and it has gathered momentum - since that time.
0:06:45 > 0:06:47- Why ponds?
0:06:47 > 0:06:49- This is the heart - of the Lliw Valley...
0:06:49 > 0:06:52- ..which is home to many otters.
0:06:52 > 0:06:56- They move around the rivers - that are in the area...
0:06:56 > 0:07:01- ..so it made sense to build - something that they could use.
0:07:05 > 0:07:07- What's this?
0:07:08 > 0:07:12- The idea is that this is a porch - that leads into our two dens.
0:07:12 > 0:07:17- One den is on the surface - and the other is underground.
0:07:17 > 0:07:20- There's a tunnel running - through to the stream.
0:07:21 > 0:07:23- This has taken a lot of work.
0:07:23 > 0:07:26- Have you seen - any traces of otters yet?
0:07:26 > 0:07:30- No, but we know they travel - up and down the stream...
0:07:30 > 0:07:35- ..so hope that they come here - once they have discovered it.
0:07:35 > 0:07:38- It's a great location for otters.
0:07:38 > 0:07:42- There's plenty of water - and a lot of growth.
0:07:42 > 0:07:46- I imagine this place - is full of toads and lizards.
0:07:46 > 0:07:48- In the spring, - the water will be clearer.
0:07:49 > 0:07:53- Plants will start growing and - will attract all sorts of things.
0:07:55 > 0:08:00- Llys Nini has a duty - to care for pets...
0:08:00 > 0:08:03- ..such as dogs, cats and rabbits...
0:08:03 > 0:08:06- ..but they make the effort - to look after everything.
0:08:07 > 0:08:10- They've done a lot - of conservation work...
0:08:10 > 0:08:13- ..and preserved - the natural hedgerows.
0:08:13 > 0:08:18- They've created new habitats, ponds - and planted new trees.
0:08:18 > 0:08:21- They've made a real effort.
0:08:22 > 0:08:26- This is so heart-warming when many - habitats in Wales are destroyed.
0:08:27 > 0:08:31- I love the contrast - between this site and the M4.
0:08:31 > 0:08:36- People are rushing around in - their cars and getting stressed...
0:08:37 > 0:08:40- ..but this is a relaxing place - to take a walk.
0:08:41 > 0:08:43- It's a piece of heaven on earth.
0:08:48 > 0:08:52- The next story - underlines the importance...
0:08:52 > 0:08:55- ..of microchipping a pet...
0:08:55 > 0:09:01- ..and the benefits of social media - when a pet goes missing.
0:09:05 > 0:09:10- Doli the cat and the Davies family - live on the outskirts of Neath.
0:09:10 > 0:09:13- Doli became an important part - of their lives...
0:09:13 > 0:09:16- ..when they moved to the house.
0:09:16 > 0:09:20- The cat was left - by the former owners of the house...
0:09:21 > 0:09:23- ..and we started feeding her.
0:09:23 > 0:09:27- She came into the kitchen - and has been here ever since.
0:09:27 > 0:09:31- On this particular evening, - she went out as usual...
0:09:31 > 0:09:34- ..but there was no sign of her - the next day.
0:09:34 > 0:09:36- We didn't know what had happened.
0:09:37 > 0:09:40- I thought she'd gone - to another house to be fed.
0:09:41 > 0:09:46- Unfortunately, we discovered that - she was knocked down by a car...
0:09:46 > 0:09:49- ..in a street near our home.
0:09:49 > 0:09:53- Luckily, a neighbour found her - and called the RSPCA.
0:09:54 > 0:09:58- They took her in and started - the treatment that she needed.
0:09:58 > 0:10:01- Richard and his parents, - Sharon and Howard...
0:10:02 > 0:10:04- ..were worried about Doli for days.
0:10:04 > 0:10:06- If she was microchipped...
0:10:06 > 0:10:11- ..the family would have heard about - her situation in next to no time.
0:10:11 > 0:10:14- It was a miracle that we found her.
0:10:15 > 0:10:20- Our neighbour called the RSPCA - and Llys Nini took her in...
0:10:20 > 0:10:23- ..and posted her photo - on their Facebook page.
0:10:24 > 0:10:27- My aunt saw the photo on Facebook.
0:10:27 > 0:10:31- She's only met her twice - but recognized her straight away.
0:10:32 > 0:10:35- It was luck that we found her - and could bring her home.
0:10:35 > 0:10:39- Unfortunately, - Doli lost her leg in the accident...
0:10:39 > 0:10:44- ..but she's coping well and - everyone is happy to see her home.
0:10:44 > 0:10:48- Doli's story shows us - the importance...
0:10:48 > 0:10:51- ..of microchipping our pets.
0:10:55 > 0:10:57- Join us after the break...
0:10:57 > 0:11:01- ..as we attend a service that - celebrates the lives of animals.
0:11:02 > 0:11:06- The radio DJ, Chris Needs - and his dog, Buster Llyr...
0:11:06 > 0:11:08- ..open a shop in Carmarthen.
0:11:09 > 0:11:11- We meet Medi, the Staffy...
0:11:11 > 0:11:14- ..and a family of chickens...
0:11:14 > 0:11:18- ..who are named after - the characters of a programme.
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0:11:35 > 0:11:36- Welcome back.
0:11:36 > 0:11:41- We owe a lot of thanks to our pets - for their friendship and company.
0:11:41 > 0:11:47- This was the message at a recent - service that celebrated animals...
0:11:47 > 0:11:51- ..at the parish church of Baglan - near Port Talbot.
0:11:56 > 0:12:00- It's Sunday afternoon - and those with two and four legs...
0:12:00 > 0:12:06- ..flock to Baglan parish church for - a special service of thanksgiving.
0:12:07 > 0:12:11- We've held services like this - for many years.
0:12:11 > 0:12:16- It's an opportunity for us to thank - the animals who keep us company.
0:12:17 > 0:12:23- The whole community should come out - once a year with their pets...
0:12:23 > 0:12:25- ..to give thanks.
0:12:25 > 0:12:29- It's important to celebrate animals - and those who rescue them.
0:12:30 > 0:12:34- This is important for people - who do and don't come to church.
0:12:34 > 0:12:38- It opens the arms - and the doors of the church...
0:12:38 > 0:12:42- ..to people - who wouldn't normally be there.
0:12:42 > 0:12:44- The church is full...
0:12:44 > 0:12:50- ..and everyone, especially the - animals are on their best behaviour.
0:12:50 > 0:12:52- Look at the birds of the air...
0:12:53 > 0:12:55- ..they neither sow...
0:12:55 > 0:12:59- ..nor reap nor gather into barns...
0:12:59 > 0:13:03- ..and yet, - your Heavenly Father feeds them.
0:13:06 > 0:13:11- We pray especially for those homes - that are represented here...
0:13:11 > 0:13:15- ..and share their homes - with animals.
0:13:15 > 0:13:18- Care for them - with your tender loving care.
0:13:19 > 0:13:22- Now comes the part where I often - lose a finger or two.
0:13:24 > 0:13:26- Let's bless these animals.
0:13:27 > 0:13:32- At the end of the service, Steve - the vicar blesses all the animals...
0:13:32 > 0:13:36- ..and everyone seems to have enjoyed - the occasion.
0:13:36 > 0:13:38- It was lovely.
0:13:38 > 0:13:39- It was lovely.- - I've enjoyed it.
0:13:40 > 0:13:44- The animals behaved themselves, - were quiet and great.
0:13:44 > 0:13:48- It was my first experience - and I hope to return next year.
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- There's one more lesson - from Steve the vicar.
0:13:52 > 0:13:56- The only incident - we've had at a pet blessing here...
0:13:56 > 0:13:59- ..which I've conducted - for 12 years...
0:13:59 > 0:14:04- ..is a stick insect losing a leg - and it grew back and that's true!
0:14:04 > 0:14:06- That's what I call a miracle.
0:14:09 > 0:14:14- We've already met Arwyn and Sue - from Rhydargaeau near Carmarthen.
0:14:14 > 0:14:18- Both are regular visitors - to the Llys Nini charity shops...
0:14:19 > 0:14:22- ..and have rescued many animals - over the years.
0:14:22 > 0:14:28- They are infatuated with animals - of the feathered and furry variety.
0:14:28 > 0:14:29- Let's go for a walk.
0:14:36 > 0:14:38- We moved here from the town.
0:14:38 > 0:14:42- It had some land - so we put it to use.
0:14:43 > 0:14:47- We heard about rescue chickens - and it went from there.
0:14:47 > 0:14:50- We don't eat anything - that has a face.
0:14:50 > 0:14:52- No, never.
0:14:52 > 0:14:53- They are our family.
0:14:54 > 0:14:59- People don't understand - that they are real characters.
0:15:00 > 0:15:04- Speaking of characters, - these feathered queens...
0:15:04 > 0:15:09- ..are named after the characters of - the popular series, Game of Thrones.
0:15:09 > 0:15:13- We have Daenerys and Arya...
0:15:13 > 0:15:17- ..who are ex-commercial Warrens - from Sussex.
0:15:17 > 0:15:23- A message on Facebook said, "Fresh - start for hens. Homes needed."
0:15:23 > 0:15:25- They were going to be killed.
0:15:26 > 0:15:30- The price of their lives - was 7p each.
0:15:30 > 0:15:33- They've been reared to die.
0:15:33 > 0:15:37- There's also plenty of fur - in the house.
0:15:37 > 0:15:39- We like cats too.
0:15:39 > 0:15:42- They go in and out - as much as they want.
0:15:42 > 0:15:46- Cymro from Llandeilo was our first.
0:15:46 > 0:15:48- He's quite a character.
0:15:48 > 0:15:54- We went on to have another two from - Cilgerran called Mali and Heini.
0:15:54 > 0:15:57- We just can't say no!
0:15:58 > 0:15:59- If you have the room, try it.
0:16:00 > 0:16:05- I would love to see more people...
0:16:05 > 0:16:08- ..adopting chickens and cats.
0:16:14 > 0:16:16- I've come to meet Diesel.
0:16:16 > 0:16:21- He came to Llys Nini following a - long period of abuse from his owner.
0:16:22 > 0:16:26- When he first came here, - he had lost most of his coat.
0:16:27 > 0:16:32- Diesel had the longest nails - an inspector had ever seen.
0:16:32 > 0:16:37- He had also developed lumps - and underwent many operations.
0:16:38 > 0:16:43- He's currently recovering from - the surgery with a foster family...
0:16:43 > 0:16:46- ..but still needs a permanent home.
0:16:46 > 0:16:50- The animals that do come - to Llys Nini aren't always perfect.
0:16:51 > 0:16:56- It's difficult to look beyond the - disabilities but he is recovering.
0:16:56 > 0:17:01- Someone could give this lovely dog - a comfortable home.
0:17:01 > 0:17:04- Otherwise, he'll remain here.
0:17:25 > 0:17:28- Chris Needs - is a popular radio presenter.
0:17:29 > 0:17:32- He's also an avid supporter - of the centre.
0:17:32 > 0:17:37- He recently took his friend, - Buster Llyr to Carmarthen...
0:17:37 > 0:17:40- ..for the opening - of a new charity shop.
0:17:43 > 0:17:44- Hello, everyone.
0:17:44 > 0:17:46- How are you?
0:17:46 > 0:17:52- Thank you for asking Buster Llyr and - I to open this store in Carmarthen.
0:17:52 > 0:17:53- CHEERING
0:17:53 > 0:17:54- Thank you!
0:17:55 > 0:18:00- This new shop will help to raise - more money to help animals...
0:18:00 > 0:18:05- ..and will guarantee that they have - the best possible care.
0:18:05 > 0:18:07- It's open!
0:18:07 > 0:18:09- CHEERING
0:18:09 > 0:18:15- I've raised money for Diabetes UK - and other charities over the years.
0:18:15 > 0:18:19- This year, Buster Llyr and myself...
0:18:19 > 0:18:24- ..have decided to raise funds - for the animals of Llys Nini.
0:18:24 > 0:18:29- Ysgol Nantgaredig is giving - this new venture a helping hand...
0:18:29 > 0:18:33- ..as part of the school's eco - and recycling campaign.
0:18:33 > 0:18:37- I'm the chairman - of the school's eco council.
0:18:37 > 0:18:42- We have a vice-chairman, - secretary and treasurer.
0:18:42 > 0:18:46- We've come to help in the shop.
0:18:46 > 0:18:50- We've donated towels, - blankets and clothes.
0:18:51 > 0:18:53- This shop is important to me...
0:18:53 > 0:18:59- ..as people in our area can donate - their items to the animals.
0:18:59 > 0:19:03- Animals are very important...
0:19:03 > 0:19:06- ..to the people - who listen to my show.
0:19:06 > 0:19:10- They tell me stories - about the tricks they do...
0:19:10 > 0:19:14- ..ant trips to the vet - or if they lose any animals.
0:19:14 > 0:19:17- They're important to people.
0:19:17 > 0:19:19- They are companions.
0:19:19 > 0:19:24- I've got a list of animals who are - living and those who have passed.
0:19:25 > 0:19:29- I want the animals to have - the same thing as Buster Llyr.
0:19:30 > 0:19:35- He has a nice home, love, - cwtches, food and bling, bling.
0:19:35 > 0:19:36- Everything!
0:19:41 > 0:19:46- Certain breeds of dog have been - given bad press in the media.
0:19:47 > 0:19:49- The Staffy is one of those breeds.
0:19:49 > 0:19:53- Medi's story will turn those - negative attitudes around.
0:19:57 > 0:20:02- We decided to adopt - as we've done it five times before.
0:20:03 > 0:20:05- We had Mari the Maltese.
0:20:05 > 0:20:07- A Collie.
0:20:07 > 0:20:09- A Greyhound.
0:20:09 > 0:20:13- Alfie the Miniature Schnauzer - and Medi.
0:20:13 > 0:20:17- We're not the typical couple - to own a Staffy...
0:20:17 > 0:20:20- ..but when we saw her photograph...
0:20:20 > 0:20:25- ..she was in such a sorry state - that we had to give her a chance.
0:20:31 > 0:20:33- Before Medi came to us...
0:20:33 > 0:20:37- ..we think that she was locked - in a bathroom for six months.
0:20:38 > 0:20:42- There were other dogs in the house - but they didn't get along.
0:20:42 > 0:20:47- The RSPCA inspectors - had spotted her through a window.
0:20:47 > 0:20:51- They saw her condition - and insisted on taking her.
0:20:51 > 0:20:52- It was a lot of work.
0:20:53 > 0:20:57- We had to apply her ointment - every few hours...
0:20:57 > 0:20:59- ..and feed her six times a day.
0:21:00 > 0:21:05- She hadn't been trained and we had - to teach her how to go outside.
0:21:06 > 0:21:10- It was a lot of work - but she's fantastic.
0:21:10 > 0:21:13- We took her to classes.
0:21:13 > 0:21:18- Yes, we took her to training classes - and she was fantastic.
0:21:18 > 0:21:21- She's settled in - and is part of the family.
0:21:21 > 0:21:23- Wherever we go, she comes too.
0:21:25 > 0:21:28- I would never buy a puppy - from a breeder.
0:21:29 > 0:21:32- People should look into - rehoming a dog.
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- They appreciate being given - a second chance in life.
0:21:37 > 0:21:39- You get a lot of love in return.
0:21:43 > 0:21:47- It's hard to believe that we've - reached the end of the series.
0:21:47 > 0:21:52- We hope that you've enjoyed - learning about the centre...
0:21:52 > 0:21:56- ..and meeting the people and animals - in our programmes.
0:21:56 > 0:22:00- For more information - about rehoming animals...
0:22:00 > 0:22:02- ..visit our social media pages.
0:22:02 > 0:22:08- The animals who appeared in this - series will have been rehomed...
0:22:08 > 0:22:14- ..but a number of animals are - still waiting to find a new home...
0:22:14 > 0:22:19- ..so head to your local - animal centre for more information.
0:22:19 > 0:22:21- From me, Steffan Alun...
0:22:21 > 0:22:24- ..and me, Elin Fflur - and everyone at Llys Nini...
0:22:25 > 0:22:26- ..the home for animals...
0:22:27 > 0:22:28- Goodbye!
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0:22:34 > 0:22:36- I was going to call you Snowy!
0:22:41 > 0:22:42- What are you doing?
0:22:51 > 0:22:54- We'll meet more of the faces - of Llys Nini...
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