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‘Terrified’ matted dog rescued now living fabulous new life
A little dog who had never worn a collar or been groomed is now a prize-winning pooch who is doted on by his new family, after being rescued by the RSPCA.
Two-year-old Nero arrived in the RSPCA’s care in January - just a few weeks after Christmas - having been signed...
Over £8,400 raised at Mayhew’s annual Open Day
Hundreds of people joined Mayhew staff, volunteers and animals at their annual Open Day street party this weekend – raising an incredible £8,406.
The event was sponsored by 4Cats and Butternut Box and was held as usual at Mayhew’s Home in Kensal Green.
Visitors – including Neil Morrisey – had...
Doberman saved by PDSA after suffering near fatal twisted stomach
A Doberman puppy was saved by PDSA after nearly dying when he developed a twisted stomach.
Thankfully, action from his owner and vet charity PDSA saved Winston’s life and he’s now been entered into PDSA’s Pet Survivor competition.
When two-year old Doberman puppy, Winston stopped eating and couldn’t keep anything down,...
Mayhew unveils brand new kennels to special guests
London-based animal welfare charity unveils their brand-new kennel block to special guests including Lesley Nicol, Bill Oddie and Marc Abraham.
Back in April this year, Animal Welfare Charity, Mayhew began a mammoth task of replacing and improving their main kennel block, intake room and animal welfare team working area.
Mayhew revealed...
Washing basket of puppies dumped at RSPCA hospital open day
Three puppies were abandoned at an RSPCA animal hospital in London as staff tidied up after a busy open day.
RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital threw open its doors to the public on Sunday (1 September) and welcomed lots of visitors throughout the day. But as staff were clearing up...
RSPCA reveal their very own popular pet names
As the ONS unveils 2018’s most popular baby names, the RSPCA reveals the top names for animals taken in by the charity last year.
The Office of National Statistics have released their top baby names of 2018 with Oliver and Olivia remaining top of the list.
However, neither name makes the...
Senior Staffies at Dogs Trust Shoreham go back to (dog) school
Proving that you can teach older dogs’ new tricks, a loveable pair of senior Staffie’s are embracing student life and enrolling at Dogs Trust Dog School, Sussex.
The older pooches will be attending classes held at the Dogs Trust Shoreham Rehoming Centre and are keeping their paws crossed that they’ll...
Tubby cat abandoned in cat carrier in South Yorkshire
The RSPCA is appealing for information after an overweight cat was abandoned in a cat carrier in Sheffield.
Tina, the black and white female cat, was found by a member of the public in Sunday (25 August) in Storrs Lane, Wortley.
There were two cat carriers both with the doors...
RSPCA appeals for information after rabbits dumped in playing fields
The RSPCA is appealing for information after it is believed four rabbits were abandoned over the scorching bank holiday weekend.
Three of the rabbits were discovered in Havengore, Basildon, Essex on Monday (26) August in a playing field.
The fourth rabbit was collected a day later from the same spot,...
Battersea welcomes Labours new animal welfare manifesto
Battersea Dogs and Cats Home has today welcomed the Labour Part’s new Animal Welfare manifesto.
Battersea has long campaigned for changes to many of the topics covered within Labour’s Manifesto, which could have a positive impact on the welfare of domestic animals in the UK.
Battersea is supportive of measures to...
Rescue dog is enjoying the life of Riley
A rescue dog is enjoying the life of Riley after being adopted by the CEO of Fish4Dogs.
The working cocker spaniel, who is about 18-months old, was handed over to Birmingham Dogs Home by his original owners who could not afford to pay for ongoing care needed to manage his...
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Attlee crowned Purr Minister 2024: Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s cat takes top...
Battersea is thrilled to announce the winner of the charity’s coveted Purr Minister 2024 title: Attlee the cat, representing Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP, Speaker of the House of Commons.
This victory is particularly historic as it marks a second win for Sir Lindsay, who previously triumphed in 2020 with his...
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