In a survey of rescue centres based across the UK, conducted by Agria Pet Insurance, 55% identified “appearance or colour” as the main reason cats are not adopted. In fact, all respondents said they find it harder to rehome black cats than those of other colours, with 67% blaming perceptions of “bad...

A three-legged dog who was rescued by the RSPCA has now found her forever home where she carries a giant unicorn toy around with her and chews the back legs off all of her teddies to make them look like her! Peggy, a five-year-old Dutch Shepherd, was rescued by the...

The majority of UK drivers would break the law if they hit a dog with their vehicle, shocking new research from animal welfare charity Blue Cross reveals. The study showed a staggering 86% of motorists would not call the police if they injured a dog and no owner was in...

RSPCA staff are completely baffled as to why two ‘lovely’ lurchers have been at their centre for a combined total of more than 1,800 days - almost five years. Five-year-old Alvin (pictured above) was rescued by the RSPCA in May 2022 from the West Midlands. He was suffering from untreated injuries caused by hunting which his...

The RSPCA has launched a special appeal to find homes for three former stray cats who have spent a combined 200 days looking for their forever homes. Coco Puff, Lady Tilly and Salem were all found straying around Cornwall and in desperate need of help before they were rescued by...

Dogs Trust Manchester is celebrating ten years of helping dogs find their forever families across the region and beyond.  Since opening its doors in October 2014, the Denton-based rehoming centre has seen more than 7,300 dogs find loving homes and Lisa Eardley, Manager at Dogs Trust Manchester, says the joy...

Black cats are nearly THREE TIMES more likely to come into RSPCA care than any other coat colour, according to new figures released by the charity. The RSPCA is caring for hundreds of black and black and white cats, across its centres and branches with 676 currently being cared for...

As Halloween and Bonfire Night approach, the excitement of costumes, treats and spooky decorations can sometimes overlook the safety of our feline friends. Understanding how to navigate these festive challenges is crucial for keeping our cats happy and healthy which is why Cats Protection is urging cat owners to consider...

Dogs Trust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity, has welcomed the findings of the Senedd’s Local Government and Housing Committee’s report that concluded that more needs to be done to address the need for pet-friendly housing in Wales.  Published today, the report into the Private Rented Sector in Wales looks...

The RSPCA is teaching a deaf dog sign language in the hopes these skills will help find her a new home. Five-year-old Polo was rescued by the RSPCA from Bradford, West Yorkshire, in April 2023 after members of the public raised concerns about her welfare.  RSPCA Inspector Joanne Taylor said: “Polo was being kept chained in...