May's Sleepy Pet Special! 🐨 🗞️ Abbe's Snoozy News

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[00:00:26] Share the stories you grew up with with your kids, like Bear and the Big Blue House and Roly Poly-Oly. That sounds like fun! Then discover new stories together. The more the merrier! Like Sophia the First, Royal Magic, Bluey and Spidey and his amazing friends. Get ready to Spidey Swing! On Disney+. All of these and more available this month. Disneyplus.com forward slash what's dash on. Hey Koala Kids, how's it going? You might be a little surprised to hear my voice instead of Abby's,

[00:00:56] but don't worry. I'm just popping in with some exciting news before you drift back to those cozy bedtime stories. If we haven't met yet, I'm Kelly from our daytime podcast Koala Shine. A podcast full of fun adventure-filled daytime stories. You might remember I stopped by a little while ago to tell you about our Hector and Sunny series. And since so many of you loved it, we've created another one just for you. Starting Saturday, May 9th, I'll be sharing a brand new four-part series. The Jupiter Twins, Banished from Magic.

[00:01:26] We'll be following Jake and Lily as they head off on a mysterious adventure. I can't give too much away, but there's a stolen spell book, some clever doggy detectives, and lots of clues to uncover. Can the Jupiter Twins solve the mystery in time? Or will they lose their magic forever? And who knows? Maybe you can even help solve the mystery by listening out for the clues along the way. So head over to Koala Shine, make sure you're following, and tune in every Saturday in May so you don't miss a single episode.

[00:01:54] We can't wait for you to join us. See you there! Hello and welcome back to Abbe Opher's Snoozy News, our cosy little round-up from Sleep HQ, where we share a little chatter about the show,

[00:02:20] stories from around the Koala Kingdom, and a few dreamy peeks at what's coming up next. So snuggle down, get comfy, let's take a quiet moment together. Now I'd like to begin tonight by thinking about something rather special, something many of you might have curled up beside you right now. Our pets! Because this month we're celebrating all the wonderful animals who share our homes,

[00:02:46] our days, and sometimes even our pillows. From tiny hamsters rustling softly in their bedding, to rabbits hopping quietly in the garden, to birds singing their songs in the morning light. And, of course, our lovely loyal dogs, our sleepy cats, our shimmering fish, and even curious little ferrets. Pets come in all shapes and sizes, but they all bring something rather special into our lives.

[00:03:15] They are our companions, our playmates, our listeners, and very often they are part of our family. As you know, I have a dog called Sunny, yes, the very same one that goes on adventures with her best pal Hector, who, by the way, is also a real dog that often comes into Sleep HQ. But I also have a cat. He's a 14-year-old Tabby who is very chatty and very friendly, especially to visitors.

[00:03:43] And he loves to lie on me as soon as I get into bed. I think he thinks his loud purring is a vital part of my evening wind-down routine. He may just be right. Some pets have very important jobs. You may have heard of guide dogs. They help people safely find their way through the world. Or therapy animals. They bring comfort and calm to those who need it most. Or there's police dogs who help to keep people safe. Isn't that amazing?

[00:04:12] Animals who not only love us, but help us too. And even if our own pets don't have a job like that, they are still doing something important every single day. They make us feel less alone, for example. They can help us feel calm. They remind us to be gentle, kind and caring.

[00:04:33] Sometimes, just sitting quietly beside a pet, stroking their soft fur, or listening to their sounds, like with Duddles, the soft, steady purring, or the rumbling as they curl up beside you. They make everything just feel a little quieter, a little softer, and a little more peaceful. Here, in the koala kingdom, our animal friends are just as special, too.

[00:05:00] In fact, there's been quite a bit of excited chatter drifting through the forest lately, because some familiar furry faces are about to head off on brand new adventures. Coco, for example. He's about to meet up once again with two very special friends. Can you guess? Yes, that's right. Hector and Sunny are back.

[00:05:22] In Coco meets Hector and Sunny, again, the doggy duo set off on another playful adventure, with wagging tails, curious noses, and just a little bit of mischief along the way. Now, I wonder what they'll get up to this time. Also, Snaffles has something rather special coming up, because very soon, we'll be celebrating Snaffles' birthday party.

[00:05:48] Birthdays in koala kingdom are always very wholesome occasions, with lovely music, tasty treats, and plenty of happy little moments to share. And this one is going to be extra special, because lots of you, our lovely new subscribers, will be joining Snaffles at his party. So make sure you listen out very carefully, because you just might hear your name. I wonder what kind of cake he might have, and what kind of little surprises might be waiting.

[00:06:18] Sounds like it's going to be a very lovely celebration indeed, so keep your ears open for it. We're also very, very excited to be sharing something completely new. A brand new four-part premium series is on the way. It's all about Potato and Bean's neighbours, Flick and Jumble. Flick is a bold, curious fennec fox, always dreaming of adventure.

[00:06:43] Jumble is a gentle, loyal donkey, a little more cautious, but always right by her side. Together, they roam the desert in the middle of nowhere, in search of treasure, certain that something remarkable is out there just waiting to be found. It's really not one to miss, so tune in for our new premium series that starts on June 3rd. Now then, over to Koala Shine, because I know many of you listened to that too.

[00:07:11] Something magical and a little mysterious is unfolding. The Jupiter twins return in a brand new four-part special, Banished from Magic? When Lily and Jake move to the quiet town of Lower Starry Skies, they're given some shocking news. Because the town is filled with the unenchanted, they're not allowed to use magic at all, not even the smallest spell.

[00:07:35] Break the rules, and the Bureau of Bewitchment could erase their memories of magic completely. But when their spell book goes missing and someone else starts using magic, Lily and Jake are pulled into a growing mystery. With the help of Hector and Sunny, our very own doggy detectives, they'll follow clues, uncover secrets and start asking some very big questions. Let's hope it's a little more straightforward than their time in the topsy-turvy.

[00:08:04] Episode 1 is available now on Koala Shine. And finally, with the World Cup just around the corner, keep your eyes and your ears open. Because there may be a very special World Cup episode heading your way soon. Now, as we settle down tonight, I'd like you to think about your own pets. Or maybe a pet you'd love to have one day.

[00:08:30] Think about how they move, the sounds they make, the way they sit beside you or greet you with excitement. And notice how that makes you feel. Warm, calm, safe. Because that's the quiet magic pets bring into our lives, just like our stories.

[00:09:04] Feel your body relaxing. Feel your thoughts become lighter. And imagine the koala kingdom growing quiet. The animals settling down in their cozy homes. The forest softly still. And somewhere, not too far away, a little dog curling up. A rabbit nestling into the grass.

[00:09:33] Or a koala drifting gently off to sleep. Well, I don't know about you. But I'm starting to feel rather sleepy now. Sweet dreams. You're welcome. No. Его Ф guy. Come on. Thank you.