Wimbledon hawk returns
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An American Harris Hawk, who patrols the skies over the All England Club, has been returned to his owner after being snatched by thieves.
Rufus the hawk was stolen in his cage overnight between Thursday and Friday last week, during the first week of the tennis tournament. He was found on Wimbledon Common and handed in to the RSPCA Animal Hospital in Putney, south west London, where he was reunited with his owners.
Imogen Davis, Rufus’ owner, described her emotions over the past few days: "We were just absolutely gutted," she said. "We couldn't believe it.
"And then last night at about 7pm we had a call from someone saying they had heard a hawk had been handed in to Putney Hospital.
"We're just so relieved and overwhelmed and grateful to everyone for all their help.”
Two independent vets have launched a podcast to help owners strengthen their bond with pets. Dr Maggie Roberts and Dr Vanessa Howie, who have worked in both veterinary practice and major charities, are keen to use their experience to enable people to give pets a better life.
