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0:00:19 > 0:00:24- Hello and welcome to the - Llys Nini Animal Centre.
0:00:24 > 0:00:29- Over the past few weeks, we've been - learning more about the centre...
0:00:29 > 0:00:32- ..meeting the animals...
0:00:32 > 0:00:36- ..and those who work hard - to care for them.
0:00:36 > 0:00:40- We've also met - some of those people...
0:00:40 > 0:00:44- ..who have rehomed - some of the animals.
0:00:44 > 0:00:48- Over 600 of the centre's animals - find new homes every year.
0:00:49 > 0:00:51- Let's hear more about Llys Nini.
0:00:51 > 0:00:57- The RSPCA Llys Nini Animal Centre is - situated near Junction 47 of the M4.
0:00:57 > 0:01:00- Gorseinon and the Gower - are to the south.
0:01:01 > 0:01:05- Swansea is to the east - and the Lliw Valley is to the west.
0:01:05 > 0:01:10- The heart of the centre is an - old farmhouse from the Middle Ages.
0:01:10 > 0:01:13- It stands on 80 acres of land...
0:01:13 > 0:01:17- ..and is the temporary home - of many orphan animals.
0:01:17 > 0:01:20- The centre develops - various habitats...
0:01:21 > 0:01:25- ..to encourage wildlife - across the site.
0:01:25 > 0:01:28- It's all in aid of the animals.
0:01:29 > 0:01:35- Llys Nini is an independent charity - but is affiliated with the RSPCA.
0:01:35 > 0:01:38- This is one - of 14 branches in Wales...
0:01:38 > 0:01:44- ..of The Royal Society for the - Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
0:01:44 > 0:01:49- The RSPCA inspectors - of the South-West Wales region...
0:01:49 > 0:01:51- ..are located at Llys Nini.
0:01:52 > 0:01:57- They save animals that have been - abandoned, neglected or mistreated.
0:01:58 > 0:02:01- Many of them come - to the Llys Nini Centre.
0:02:02 > 0:02:05- This is what we have for you - on the programme.
0:02:06 > 0:02:09- Steffan meets more - of the centre's residents.
0:02:10 > 0:02:12- I'll go on a round with the vet.
0:02:13 > 0:02:16- We meet the stars and their dogs - at the Summer Show.
0:02:17 > 0:02:20- She's a bit excited.
0:02:20 > 0:02:22- And more of your stories.
0:02:23 > 0:02:27- The health and welfare of - the animals is the main priority...
0:02:27 > 0:02:31- ..from the moment they arrive - until they are rehomed.
0:02:31 > 0:02:33- Over the past few years...
0:02:33 > 0:02:38- ..Llys Nini has worked closely with - the St James Veterinary Group...
0:02:39 > 0:02:42- ..and the group has opened a surgery - on the site.
0:02:42 > 0:02:47- This is beneficial for the centre - and the animals in the community.
0:02:49 > 0:02:53- One of the partners of the St James - Practice is the vet, Ifan Lloyd.
0:02:54 > 0:02:58- Our relationship with the RSPCA - dates back over 50 years.
0:02:58 > 0:03:02- They had a home - in the centre of Swansea...
0:03:02 > 0:03:05- ..before moving to this centre.
0:03:05 > 0:03:09- This practice was built - three or four years ago.
0:03:09 > 0:03:14- It has been open as a veterinary - surgery for the past two years.
0:03:14 > 0:03:19- We have one full-time vet - and a part-time vet.
0:03:19 > 0:03:22- It can get quite busy here.
0:03:24 > 0:03:28- We see a number of animals and - not just the ones from the centre...
0:03:29 > 0:03:34- ..because we are open to the public - and serve the local community.
0:03:34 > 0:03:39- The animals were brought to the - practice in Swansea in the past...
0:03:39 > 0:03:45- ..but this building is convenient - and enables us to treat the animals.
0:03:46 > 0:03:50- It makes it much easier for us - and for the centre.
0:03:50 > 0:03:55- We're on the site if any animal - is in need of urgent treatment.
0:03:59 > 0:04:00- This is Hamish.
0:04:00 > 0:04:05- Hamish's owner was sent to prison - and he had nowhere to go.
0:04:05 > 0:04:10- Hamish's wasn't in the best of - health when he came to the centre.
0:04:10 > 0:04:16- He had surgery on his tail and lost - half of it but is much better today.
0:04:16 > 0:04:19- The centre has a - traffic light system.
0:04:19 > 0:04:24- Hamish is green which means he's - one of the easiest dogs to walk.
0:04:25 > 0:04:27- His owner could be at fault...
0:04:27 > 0:04:30- ..but Hamish is a well-behaved - and lovely dog.
0:04:31 > 0:04:36- Dogs like Hamish have benefited - from the care they received...
0:04:36 > 0:04:39- ..in the veterinary clinic - at the centre.
0:04:39 > 0:04:44- The good news is that Hamish is much - better and has found a new owner.
0:05:06 > 0:05:10- When an animal falls ill - and needs specialist care...
0:05:10 > 0:05:14- ..some faithful and experienced - carers are ready to help...
0:05:15 > 0:05:19- ..and take animals into their homes - for varying periods of time.
0:05:19 > 0:05:21- This is Jean's story.
0:05:24 > 0:05:26- I love cats.
0:05:26 > 0:05:31- We have a lot of people - who do the important task...
0:05:31 > 0:05:35- ..of fostering cats or dogs...
0:05:35 > 0:05:38- ..who need care for a period.
0:05:38 > 0:05:41- We don't adopt them - but simply care for them.
0:05:42 > 0:05:47- Some arrive at a young age and do - not have a mother to care for them.
0:05:48 > 0:05:51- They go to the homes - for some care...
0:05:52 > 0:05:54- ..before coming to the centre.
0:05:55 > 0:05:58- I've fostered animals many times.
0:05:58 > 0:06:01- It can be difficult - to give them back...
0:06:01 > 0:06:05- ..so you end up with more cats - than you expected!
0:06:05 > 0:06:07- This work is very rewarding.
0:06:08 > 0:06:12- We rely on our foster friends - to do this important work...
0:06:13 > 0:06:15- ..to help the small animals.
0:06:22 > 0:06:27- The fosterers help the animal - to recover from surgery...
0:06:27 > 0:06:32- ..but the care and treatment - continues at the centre.
0:06:32 > 0:06:36- The treatment doesn't stop - at the veterinary surgery.
0:06:36 > 0:06:38- The staff are responsible...
0:06:38 > 0:06:43- ..for ensuring that the animals - get their medicine at the centre.
0:06:44 > 0:06:49- This saves time and reduces - the number of visits to the vet.
0:06:50 > 0:06:52- Every day, we check the list...
0:06:53 > 0:06:57- ..for an animal's medication - and any dietary requirements.
0:06:58 > 0:07:04- This helps the recovery of the - animal whilst it's at the centre.
0:07:06 > 0:07:11- We use a Kidwelly company - for dry foods.
0:07:12 > 0:07:17- They also sponsor us - and donate food to the centre.
0:07:18 > 0:07:20- We're also given wet food by people.
0:07:21 > 0:07:26- They could be members of the public - who want to help in some way...
0:07:26 > 0:07:29- ..or those who have lost their pets.
0:07:29 > 0:07:34- They don't want to throw away - any of the leftover food...
0:07:34 > 0:07:37- ..so they donate it to the centre.
0:07:37 > 0:07:41- A cash donation - isn't always important.
0:07:41 > 0:07:45- You can help by purchasing food - in a local supermarket.
0:07:45 > 0:07:48- This tin was under 1.
0:07:48 > 0:07:52- It's easy to do - whilst you're on a food shop.
0:07:53 > 0:07:56- Just pick up a few tins - and send them our way.
0:08:02 > 0:08:05- Ifan is on his rounds at the centre.
0:08:06 > 0:08:10- How often do the vets - need to visit the animals?
0:08:10 > 0:08:15- A practice vet comes to the centre - twice a week for a routine visit.
0:08:16 > 0:08:19- They will go to the kennels - and cattery...
0:08:19 > 0:08:21- ..to check all the animals...
0:08:22 > 0:08:26- ..and examine those who are ill or - need attention or have just arrived.
0:08:28 > 0:08:32- Fran had an operation a week ago.
0:08:32 > 0:08:36- She was neutered - or had a spay operation.
0:08:36 > 0:08:41- Today, I'm going to look at the - wound to make sure it's healing.
0:08:41 > 0:08:43- Fran is very friendly.
0:08:43 > 0:08:47- She came from a home - where the owner had a lot of dogs.
0:08:47 > 0:08:51- I need to take a look - at her other side.
0:08:52 > 0:08:54- This isn't easy, is it?
0:08:54 > 0:08:57- No, because she wants to play.
0:08:57 > 0:09:02- There's a small amount of swelling - but the wound looks healthy.
0:09:02 > 0:09:04- We'll monitor her - but it feels fine.
0:09:05 > 0:09:06- Everyone wants to take her home.
0:09:06 > 0:09:08- Everyone wants to take her home.- - I want to take Fran home.
0:09:08 > 0:09:12- Will you come home with me - to Anglesey?
0:09:12 > 0:09:17- Next, we visit one of the patients - in the cattery.
0:09:18 > 0:09:23- They live in a lap of luxury here - and are given fantastic homes.
0:09:24 > 0:09:27- This is Angel - and she has a wonderful coat.
0:09:27 > 0:09:30- Angel is twelve years old.
0:09:31 > 0:09:34- When the animals arrive, - they are seen by a vet...
0:09:34 > 0:09:38- ..and have various treatments - and vaccinations.
0:09:38 > 0:09:44- She was treated for fleas, - worms and tapeworms.
0:09:44 > 0:09:47- It's very important to do this - with cats.
0:09:47 > 0:09:52- Once we're happy with her, - then she will go to a new home.
0:09:52 > 0:09:56- That's the end to the vet's visit - to the centre for today.
0:09:56 > 0:10:01- The facilities are fantastic and the - staff are brilliant at their jobs...
0:10:01 > 0:10:04- ..and the animals get the best care.
0:10:04 > 0:10:06- The animals look happy.
0:10:12 > 0:10:16- Back at the clinic, - we hear of a special campaign...
0:10:16 > 0:10:19- ..to reduce the number - of orphan cats in the area.
0:10:20 > 0:10:25- You have a special campaign to - neuter cats in this part of Wales.
0:10:25 > 0:10:28- Yes, and it's been running - for two years.
0:10:28 > 0:10:32- It's a joint initiative - between Llys Nini, the RSPCA...
0:10:32 > 0:10:34- ..Cats Protection...
0:10:34 > 0:10:39- ..and local practices - who have approached the centre...
0:10:39 > 0:10:43- ..for help with the rising - number of cats in Swansea.
0:10:43 > 0:10:46- This is a special service...
0:10:46 > 0:10:50- ..for those who can't afford - to take their cats to the vet...
0:10:51 > 0:10:52- ..to be neutered.
0:10:53 > 0:10:55- It has proved to be successful.
0:10:55 > 0:11:00- There are plans to expand and - take the campaign out of Swansea.
0:11:00 > 0:11:05- It's been so successful that - we want to take it to other areas.
0:11:05 > 0:11:07- Back at the centre...
0:11:07 > 0:11:11- ..one of the orphan cats - is in the arms of Sally.
0:11:12 > 0:11:14- A young family found her.
0:11:15 > 0:11:17- I think it's a girl.
0:11:17 > 0:11:21- They found her at the park - in Birchgrove in Swansea.
0:11:21 > 0:11:25- There isn't any room - at the cattery in the centre...
0:11:25 > 0:11:29- ..so she has to come home with me.
0:11:30 > 0:11:33- That cat was very cute.
0:11:33 > 0:11:37- If you want to know more about the - neutering schemes in your area...
0:11:37 > 0:11:42- ..visit our programme's social media - pages for all the details.
0:11:42 > 0:11:44- After the break...
0:11:44 > 0:11:49- ..Steffan Alun enjoys himself - at the annual Llys Nini Summer Show.
0:11:49 > 0:11:53- The RSPCA inspector, Gemma Black - has a story for us.
0:11:53 > 0:11:57- We'll also meet - more of the residents at Llys Nini.
0:11:57 > 0:11:59- Don't you move a muscle!
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0:12:16 > 0:12:18- Welcome back.
0:12:18 > 0:12:22- The Llys Nini Summer Show - is an important annual event...
0:12:22 > 0:12:28- ..where friends of the charity and - the adopted dogs enjoy a day of fun.
0:12:28 > 0:12:32- Steffan Alun - was among the excitement.
0:12:37 > 0:12:41- I'm at one of the most important - events in the Llys Nini calendar.
0:12:42 > 0:12:43- It's the Summer Show.
0:12:49 > 0:12:54- You'll find all sorts of people here - and they include rugby players.
0:12:55 > 0:12:58- Scott and Tanya Williams - have brought their dog.
0:12:58 > 0:12:59- What is your dog's name?
0:12:59 > 0:13:00- What is your dog's name?- - Vogue.
0:13:00 > 0:13:03- Hello, Vogue.
0:13:03 > 0:13:05- Why did you come here today?
0:13:05 > 0:13:10- We've come to support Llys Nini and - it's a great day out for the dog.
0:13:10 > 0:13:15- This is the first time here - and I think she's a bit excited.
0:13:23 > 0:13:26- I'm so excited - to be joined by Miss Wales.
0:13:26 > 0:13:28- Why are you here today, Sara?
0:13:28 > 0:13:32- I'm here - because it's a great day out...
0:13:32 > 0:13:36- ..and it's very important - to support events at Llys Nini.
0:13:36 > 0:13:40- I've raised money for them - and was an ambassador.
0:13:40 > 0:13:46- This is a great day to be out - with the animals and to have fun.
0:13:46 > 0:13:47- Who is this?
0:13:48 > 0:13:52- This is Daisy and she's a - seven-year-old King Charles Spaniel.
0:13:53 > 0:13:55- Llys Nini is full of celebs today.
0:13:56 > 0:13:59- This is Iwan or Neil the baby - in Gavin & Stacey.
0:13:59 > 0:14:01- What is the name of your dog?
0:14:01 > 0:14:03- This is Olga.
0:14:03 > 0:14:06- She's ten weeks old - and I've had her for a fortnight.
0:14:07 > 0:14:10- Enjoy your day and - I'll get your autograph later!
0:14:16 > 0:14:19- Do you remember Boyo - from the start of the series?
0:14:20 > 0:14:23- Boyo is still looking for a home.
0:14:23 > 0:14:29- He's at the summer show and hoping - to find someone to adopt him.
0:14:29 > 0:14:31- We cross our fingers for him.
0:14:34 > 0:14:38- I feel more like the Village People - than a policeman!
0:14:44 > 0:14:47- And these two also had - a lot of fun at the show.
0:14:47 > 0:14:50- We've already seen that Llys Nini...
0:14:50 > 0:14:54- ..has a wonderful on-site provision - of veterinary services.
0:14:54 > 0:14:58- The RSPCA has its own hospital - in Merthyr Tydfil.
0:14:58 > 0:15:02- We visited the site - with the inspector, Gemma Black.
0:15:05 > 0:15:09- This is the RSPCA veterinary clinic - in Merthyr Tydfil.
0:15:10 > 0:15:13- It opened in October 2005.
0:15:13 > 0:15:17- The team works tirelessly - to help the inspectors...
0:15:17 > 0:15:22- ..and those in the local community - who are on a low income.
0:15:23 > 0:15:27- It's like any other veterinary - clinic in Wales and England...
0:15:27 > 0:15:32- ..so it has all the same equipment - and performs X-rays and operations.
0:15:33 > 0:15:34- They help us.
0:15:34 > 0:15:38- Every animal that we come across - is brought here first...
0:15:39 > 0:15:42- ..for a full check on their health.
0:15:42 > 0:15:47- People can bring their pets here - to be neutered and microchipped...
0:15:48 > 0:15:51- ..and given their vaccinations.
0:15:52 > 0:15:54- John is the centre's only vet.
0:15:54 > 0:15:57- He's been here - since it opened ten years ago...
0:15:58 > 0:16:02- ..and has operated on thousands - of animals in that time.
0:16:03 > 0:16:05- John sees a variety of animals.
0:16:05 > 0:16:11- He doesn't know when to expect us - or how many animals we'll bring.
0:16:11 > 0:16:14- People can drop in at any time.
0:16:14 > 0:16:18- It's better to make an appointment - but that isn't always possible.
0:16:19 > 0:16:21- They are very busy and work hard.
0:16:22 > 0:16:25- The RSPCA and its charities...
0:16:26 > 0:16:29- ..worked together to raise funds - to build this clinic.
0:16:30 > 0:16:34- It's made a huge difference in the - well-being of animals in the area.
0:16:38 > 0:16:42- Next, we turn our attention - to the world of nature.
0:16:42 > 0:16:48- There's a new scheme to attract more - wildlife to the land at Llys Nini.
0:16:53 > 0:16:56- The largest scheme - of our environmental project...
0:16:57 > 0:17:00- ..is to develop a series of lakes - for wildlife...
0:17:00 > 0:17:04- ..at the bottom of the site - near a stream.
0:17:04 > 0:17:10- We're working with Swansea Council's - nature conservation team.
0:17:10 > 0:17:15- As part of the project, we want - to create something spectacular.
0:17:16 > 0:17:18- We want to attract - wildlife to the area.
0:17:19 > 0:17:23- We know that otters travel along - the stream at the back of the field.
0:17:24 > 0:17:27- We're going to create a large lake - at the bottom...
0:17:27 > 0:17:31- ..a smaller lake further up - and two scrapes at the top.
0:17:31 > 0:17:34- The scrapes will attract amphibians.
0:17:34 > 0:17:39- We hope to have fish and eels - in the larger lakes...
0:17:39 > 0:17:42- ..to sustain our otter community.
0:17:45 > 0:17:49- We'll have a den made from plastic - and another made from wood...
0:17:49 > 0:17:53- ..called the Holton Hotel - and the Gwaldorf Astoria.
0:17:53 > 0:17:57- I'm obviously a comedian - as I came up with the names!
0:17:57 > 0:18:00- We hope the otters - will use the dens to breed.
0:18:01 > 0:18:04- This is an artificial - holt behind me.
0:18:04 > 0:18:07- A holt is the den of an otter.
0:18:07 > 0:18:13- It will be buried and connected - to the lakes that we have here.
0:18:13 > 0:18:16- We hope that the otters will use it.
0:18:16 > 0:18:19- We work with many partners - on similar projects...
0:18:20 > 0:18:23- ..so have a lot of experience - to share with Llys Nini.
0:18:24 > 0:18:30- We'll revisit the project to see the - developments with Iolo Williams...
0:18:30 > 0:18:32- ..before the end of the series.
0:18:32 > 0:18:35- Next, we head back to Gemma.
0:18:35 > 0:18:39- She has another story of an animal - rescued by the RSPCA.
0:18:39 > 0:18:43- This is the story of Furby, - a cat from the Newport area.
0:18:43 > 0:18:48- The cat had an abscess on his face - and it was getting worse.
0:18:48 > 0:18:51- The owners did nothing to help.
0:18:51 > 0:18:56- The RSPCA offered the owners - a voucher for the treatment.
0:18:56 > 0:18:58- Despite an initial visit...
0:18:58 > 0:19:03- ..Furby didn't receive the further - treatment he needed to recover.
0:19:03 > 0:19:08- It got worse and the RSPCA vet - said that Furby was suffering.
0:19:09 > 0:19:12- As a result, his owners - were punished by the court...
0:19:12 > 0:19:15- ..and got a ten-year-ban - for keeping animals.
0:19:16 > 0:19:21- People should be aware of their - duties when their pet falls ill.
0:19:21 > 0:19:25- They must receive the correct - treatment from the vet...
0:19:25 > 0:19:27- ..until the animal has recovered.
0:19:28 > 0:19:31- Furby has a new owner - and lives with Tina in Cardiff.
0:19:32 > 0:19:34- He's a very friendly cat...
0:19:34 > 0:19:38- ..and she's happy - that she adopted him.
0:19:41 > 0:19:46- I think this family is eager - to go home with a cat today.
0:19:46 > 0:19:48- Yes, we are.
0:19:48 > 0:19:49- We want another one.
0:19:49 > 0:19:51- Have you got one already?
0:19:51 > 0:19:53- Have you got one already?- - We've got two.
0:19:53 > 0:19:53- Were they from here?
0:19:53 > 0:19:55- Were they from here?- - Yes, that's right.
0:19:55 > 0:19:57- What are the names of your cats?
0:19:57 > 0:19:58- What are the names of your cats?- - Tom and Will.
0:19:58 > 0:20:00- Are they nice cats?
0:20:00 > 0:20:01- Are they nice cats?- - Yes, lovely.
0:20:02 > 0:20:07- What is your experience of adopting - animals from this kind of centre?
0:20:07 > 0:20:09- It's fantastic.
0:20:09 > 0:20:13- It's better to come here - instead of buying from a breeder.
0:20:14 > 0:20:17- There are many here - looking for a new home.
0:20:17 > 0:20:19- We've got room for one more.
0:20:19 > 0:20:23- It's great to hear such - a positive story about adoption.
0:20:23 > 0:20:27- I won't keep you and will - let you search for your new cat.
0:20:28 > 0:20:33- These are the details if you want - to adopt an animal like this family.
0:20:38 > 0:20:43- There is a process for adopting - an animal from the centre.
0:20:43 > 0:20:47- This includes visiting the animal - and the centre.
0:20:47 > 0:20:52- Every member of the family - will have to meet the animal.
0:20:52 > 0:20:55- At this time, - the workers assess the animal...
0:20:56 > 0:21:00- ..to see if the animal is suitable - for the people and vice versa.
0:21:01 > 0:21:05- Someone will visit the home to - ensure it's suitable for the animal.
0:21:06 > 0:21:11- If everything is alright, then there - will be a charge for the animal.
0:21:11 > 0:21:16- This payment will include a - microchip, the cost of neutering...
0:21:16 > 0:21:19- ..and any other treatment.
0:21:19 > 0:21:22- It sounds like a long process - but it is worth it.
0:21:23 > 0:21:28- It's better to give animals - from these centres a chance at life.
0:21:28 > 0:21:31- If you're thinking about - adopting an animal...
0:21:32 > 0:21:37- ..visit your local centre, - just like Fran from Penrheol.
0:21:38 > 0:21:42- We had a cat called Cochyn - and she passed away.
0:21:42 > 0:21:48- Our home was very quiet - when we returned from our holidays.
0:21:49 > 0:21:54- I picked up the dogs from - the kennels the following day...
0:21:54 > 0:21:58- ..and realized that we had room - for another animal.
0:21:58 > 0:22:04- I went to Llys Nini and there was a - cat called Tal who was very fluffy.
0:22:04 > 0:22:08- He looked very clever...
0:22:09 > 0:22:14- ..and I decided that I would - call him Taliesin or Tal.
0:22:16 > 0:22:21- I was sitting outside with Tal - and another cat came from somewhere.
0:22:22 > 0:22:23- His name was Twm.
0:22:23 > 0:22:29- He was making a lot of noise - and fussing around me.
0:22:30 > 0:22:34- I went back and told them - that I would take the fluffy one.
0:22:34 > 0:22:38- I couldn't leave the other one - so took both cats!
0:22:38 > 0:22:42- After my husband, Fred, - passed away...
0:22:42 > 0:22:45- ..I was extremely lonely.
0:22:45 > 0:22:50- I've had the dogs for six years.
0:22:52 > 0:22:57- It's nice to come back to the house - knowing that someone is waiting.
0:22:57 > 0:23:00- I have a lot of fun - with all four of them.
0:23:00 > 0:23:02- They make my life better.
0:23:06 > 0:23:09- Thanks to Fran - for sharing her story with us.
0:23:09 > 0:23:11- That's it for another week.
0:23:11 > 0:23:15- Most of the animals you will - have seen in the series...
0:23:16 > 0:23:18- ..will have been rehomed by now.
0:23:19 > 0:23:25- There are tens of other animals - waiting for a new home.
0:23:25 > 0:23:29- There's more information - about the animals and centres...
0:23:29 > 0:23:31- ..on our social media pages.
0:23:32 > 0:23:34- From me, Elin Fflur, goodbye.
0:23:34 > 0:23:36- Come on.
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