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We are moving to a house about a 5 minute drive away and we're not sure what to do with the cats. We are buying so not sure of the exact timings until the day. We have no family to leave them with for the day but could maybe leave them with either friends (probably in their carrier) or in a cattery. Or is it better to lock them in a room in the house while we move everything out? Picture of the little babies for tax.

How do I get my daughter's sandals a bit cleaner? The straps are disgusting at this point. I've tried cleaning with some soap, water and a toothbrush but it barely made a difference. They are a suede material.

Today I spotted our local fox in the garden around midday, which is unusual. It looked a bit slow and its fur is darker and sparse at the back. It stared at me for a while and I get the sense it's not doing great. After a quick Google it might have mange or it could just be its fur shedding for spring. Does it look like mange? If so, what is the best course of action? I am in Sussex.