The global pandemic has had a huge impact on independent animal rescues in the UK, with many having to navigate through a difficult period of reduced income versus an increase in animals needing their services. This time of the year can be particularly tough, with colder weather meaning increased heating...

A four-year-old Shar Pei, who was thrown over a fence and left with multiple untreated rib fractures for several weeks after being assaulted by his owner, has been given the best Christmas present he could wish for - a loving new home. Staff at the RSPCA’s Preston and District branch...

The Rabbit Awareness Action Group (RAAG), the trusted voice for rabbit welfare, is delighted to confirm that it has already secured over 1600 signatures in support of the first Good Practice Code for rabbits’ welfare in England. Since its formation just three months ago, RAAG has also helped to keep rabbits’...

There’s very little our furry friends can do without getting papped by their ‘pawrent’, with new research from Natures Menu revealing that UK owners take over 77 million photos of their dogs every week. With some insta-famous dog accounts boasting over 10 million followers, is it possible that owners prioritise...

Two dog-lovers are going the extra mile for a special rescue dog this Christmas in the hope of helping him finally find a forever home. Nicola Alty and her partner David Baines started volunteering at Dogs Trust Merseyside four years ago after their own dog, Boo, passed away. Since then they have walked hundreds of miles with four-legged friends from the centre and seen hundreds of dogs...

A member of the team at Dogs Trust Kenilworth has literally gone the extra mile – or 621 – to help the dogs in his care at the rehoming centre this Christmas. Despite needing nine operations on his knees and feet in recent years, James Sowerby has undertaken the ‘99k for Canines Cycle Challenge’ to raise funds to help the dogs he knows and loves....

The RSPCA is investigating after five dogs were abandoned in a rural location in Leicestershire. Members of the public contacted the RSPCA after coming across five dogs wandering in a rural road, Bradgate Road near Newtown Linford, at around 10pm on Monday 13 December. It supports concerns that the charity’s fears...

Christmas is an exciting time of year for many families, and even for our four-legged friends. Many will enjoy the most festive traditions on Christmas Day, from feasting on a Christmas dinner, to opening presents under the Christmas tree. But for dog owners, these famous festivities can be unknowingly...

An elderly cat who came into the RSPCA’s care with matted fur is now looking to find his retirement pad just in time for Christmas. The 15-year-old tabby and white cat, called Otis, came into the care of the RSPCA Middlesex North West and South Hertfordshire branch in Hillingdon in...

For many people, the holidays are a time for celebration, family gatherings, fun and joy. But for our pets, Christmas can be a stressful time. The change in routine, visitors, loud music, late nights and decorations can all worry them. With Christmas day fast approaching tails.com behaviourist Carolyn Menteith highlights...