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New year, new start for dog ‘no one wanted’ who finds...
A dog who was in RSPCA care for almost two years finally found his home - just in time for Christmas, and has started the New Year with his new family.
Lurcher Walter came into the care of the RSPCA’s Danaher Animal Home, in Essex, in November 2022 when he was just a...
RSPCA will still be here for animals during second nationwide lockdown
RSPCA rescuers in England will continue to respond to emergencies and help animals in need during the second lockdown, which began this week (Thursday 5 November).
The charity’s frontline officers will continue responding to emergency calls and rescuing animals in urgent need despite the new restrictions.
RSPCA Chief Executive Chris Sherwood...
Christmas gift guide
Christmas is on its way – so what better way to celebrate than with your four-legged friends!
It’s been a difficult year and many of our four-legged friends have helped to get us through this time. Why not say thank you to your pets with some fabulous Christmas treats this...
Starving stray cat surprises homeowner by breaking in and begging for...
As winter approaches, life on the streets is about to get even harder for the stray cat population.
Many already struggle to find food, with a few brave felines resorting to desperate measures. One-year-old tabby Prosecco got so hungry recently that she stole through a random homeowners catflap, breaking into...
Product review – ‘Santa Paws’ festive box from Gus &...
Christmas is not far away and just in time for the festive season, Gus & Bella has launched their December subscription box – Santa Paws.
Who wouldn't want to share the festivities with their feline friend? The ‘Santa Paws’ box includes 10 unique products for cats and their owners. Four...
Rabbit abandoned in box in middle of field
A rabbit was abandoned alone in a cardboard box in the middle of a field in Sheffield.
RSPCA animal rescuer Katie Hetherington was called out on Tuesday (27 October) to a field off Cotleigh Way.
Katie said: “This little bunny was found in a cardboard box lined with hay which had...
The dangers of human wellbeing trends on our pets
Amid an unprecedented year were the nation is actively encouraged to stay home, now more than ever we are turning towards simple everyday pleasures to bring little bursts of happiness.
Whether that’s buying a beautiful bouquet of flowers to brighten a room, lighting soothing scented candles after a long day...
Happy ever after for pooch who couldn’t be touched due to...
A stray dog was who was unable to be touched due to a horrible skin condition, has headed off to her ‘fur-ever’ home after Dogs Trust changed her tale, from stray dog to family dog.
Rafiki, a five-year old Akia, arrived at Dogs Trust Leeds in July after being found...
Leading horse charity unveils children’s book to raise awareness for equine...
Lincolnshire-based equine welfare and rescue charity Bransby Horses has created a beautifully illustrated Christmas storybook and ticketed visitor experience to help raise awareness of its life-saving work.
Pudding’s Christmas Miracle, written by the team at Bransby Horses and primary school teacher Helen Kennedy, invites readers to experience the same journey...
Remember, remember… it will be the 4th of November…
With the new lockdown set to start on Thursday, 5th November, Agria Pet Insurance is advising pet owners to be prepared for fireworks celebrations to be held tomorrow, Wednesday 4th, instead.
Training and Behavioural Specialist for the specialist pet insurer, Carolyn Menteith, describes the signs that dogs might display if...
Paw-fect pooch pair looking for loving new forever home
A little terrier is looking for her forever home with her best friend - a huge bull breed cross who towers over her.
The little and large pair arrived at the RSPCA’s Stubbington Ark Animal Shelter, in Hampshire, in October after being rescued by the charity’s inspectors.
Centre manager Kirstie...
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It’s Blue Monday for cats as abandonments hit a three-year high
As the UK braces itself for the most depressing day of the year, Cats Protection has reported that abandonments are up 71% compared to 2021.
The charity took in 1,825 abandoned cats in 2024, a figure which has been rising steadily since 2021 when it was 1,068.
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