The MSPCA is very careful about adopting at this time of year, as animals are not suitable gifts.
General Manager Juana Warburton says they don't have a blanket ban on people adopting pets around now, but do massively uphold the mantra of 'a dog is for life, not just for Christmas.'
She explains why gifting a pet is not the best idea:
However, the charity says there are instances where adopting at Christmas is appropriate.
Mountain Road closed for skateboarding today
The northern end of the Mountain Road will be shut for much of today.
Peel ready for huge community sale later
Peel will host the Island's biggest jumble sale today.
Cruise ship makes first stop of week
A cruise ship is making the first of three visits to the Isle of Man in a week this morning.
Tin bath races mean bus diversions tomorrow
Bus Vannin's warning of some disruption in the south of the Island tomorrow as an iconic Manx sporting event gets underway.
MHK wants backing for changes to Tynwald members' pay
Do pay structures for Tynwald members need looking at again?
Storage firm announces closure
A storage business in Crosby says it's shutting its doors later this month.
Mountain Road shut for skate setup later
Part of the Mountain Road is due to close later as the Island prepares to host some of the world’s fastest skateboarders.
Bus diversions for tin bath day tomorrow
Bus Vannin's warning of some disruption in the south of the Island tomorrow as an iconic Manx sporting event gets underway.
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