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RSPCA commended in two award categories for learning at work programme
The RSPCA has been ‘commended’ by Learning at Work Week 2024 after hosting sessions for staff and volunteers on coaching, wellbeing and inclusivity.
The animal welfare charity came third in two categories: Inspiring a Lifelong Learning Culture Impact Award and the Supporting Business and Organisational Goals Impact Award.
Learning at Work Week takes place...
Shar Pei’s battle with loneliness during lockdown
Many pets have enjoyed having their owners work from home during the pandemic, but some have faced endless days alone whilst key workers’ hours increased.
This was the case for 12-year old Shar Pei Bella Boo whose owner was forced to leave her at home whilst she attended regular 12-hour...
RSPCA appeals to find owner of rabbit found on the side...
The RSPCA is appealing to find the owner of a lost or abandoned rabbit who was found by a member of the public by the side of a busy road in Bedfordshire.
The male Lionhead rabbit was spotted by a member of the public on Saturday (8 August) on the...
RSPCA rescue a pair of ponies from pond
Two ponies have been rescued in Wolverhampton, West Midlands after falling into a pond where they got stuck.
RSPCA inspector Vicki Taylor was called to help after the ponies were spotted stranded in the pond neck-high in water in a garden in Great Moor Road on Sunday 9 August.
Vicki said:...
Sit, stay, snap: Five tips to take perfect photos of your...
We’re a nation of pet lovers, with half (50%) of UK adults owning a pet, so it is no surprise that, on average, we take up to seven photos of our pets every day.
With this in mind, online smartphone retailer, Mobiles.co.uk, has worked with pet photographer, Karen Bennett, to...
RSPCA shines a light on the welfare needs of rabbits as...
The RSCPA is shining a light on the common issues of rabbit welfare as part of Rabbit Awareness Week (10 – 23 August).
Since the start of lockdown in March, the charity has taken 189 rabbits into its care.
In 2019, the charity rescued 3,810 rabbits and rehomed 2,589 – an...
Huge price hikes for popular breeds during lockdown revealed
New statistics from Dogs Trust show prices for some of the UK’s most desirable dog breeds reached record levels, as some sellers exploited demand for puppies during lockdown.
The dog welfare charity reveals these breeds are among those most likely to be illegally imported into the country via puppy smuggling,...
Suffering rottweiler dog in ‘terrible state’ found collapsed in Leeds
The RSPCA is appealing for information after a Rottweiler dog was found collapsed in leeds.
The female dog was emaciated, had sore eyes, a sore mouth and feet. She had pus coming from her eyes and gums. She had overgrown nails and a possible spinal issue.
She was found on Ashton...
Thousands of rabbits are on ‘permanent lockdown’ says PDSA
Despite the UK being a nation of animal lovers, rabbits remain one of the most misunderstood pets when it comes to catering for their welfare needs.
During Rabbit Awareness Week (10 – 23 August), which this year is running online for two weeks, PDSA is helping raise awareness around rabbits’...
RSPCA responds to 100,000 incidents during 20 weeks of Covid lockdown
The RSPCA’s key workers have responded to 100,000 incidents during lockdown, continuing to rescue, treat and care for animals in need since 23 March.
During lockdown (24 March – 5 August), the RSPCA has answered 442,344 calls and dealt with 106,676 incidents – that’s an average of 790 incidents a...
Petition to Ban Exploitative Puppy Imports Reaches 100K Signatures!
An e-petition calling for the ban of exploitive imports of young puppies for sale in the UK has reached 100K signatures in just 41 days!
This incredible achievement means that the petition will now be considered for debate in parliament. Reaching 100K signatures marks a colossal step in the journey...
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Cat’s leg amputated due to metal wire
A cat who was found in West Yorkshire with metal wire twisted tightly around his paw has had to have his leg amputated.
Keith was taken into a vet by a member of the public who’d found him straying in their garden in Leatham Park Road, Featherstone, on 27 October...
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