Pet owners are being urged to give their animals space at what can be an overwhelming time of the year.
The ManxSPCA says the Christmas and New Year period can be an unsettling time - particularly for cats and dogs.
The charity is reminding people to give animals space to remove themselves from noise and busy areas - particularly if there are extra people in the house.
Juana Warburton is the general manager:
Want to sup? Bring back your cup!
A bar in the south of the Island is appealing for people to return its cups, as it counts down to opening a Port Erin cafe for the summer.
Southern farmers win concert awards
Young farmers in the south of the Island are celebrating - after winning this year's concert.
A&E bed waiting times on the rise
Patients in accident and emergency at Noble's Hospital are waiting almost 60 per cent longer for a bed on a ward.
Warning after used needles found twice in a week in Glen Vine
Residents in Glen Vine are being warned after syringes were found on a footpath twice in a week.
Firefighters called to battery fire
The fire and rescue service says it was called out to a flat fire caused by a rechargeable battery over the weekend.
Part of TT course in Ramsey to close for a month
Part of a busy road in Ramsey is to close for a month next week.
New bowling clubhouse in the south?
A bowling club in Port Erin could be demolished under new plans.
Onchan rent arrears more than £59,000
Onchan commissioners say they're owed more than £59,000 in rent arrears.
