RSPCA

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Tough new law will see end of cruel dog ear cropping and cat declawing

A tough new law banning the import of dogs with cropped ears and cats who have had their claws removed will prevent the suffering of hundreds of thousands of pets for generations to come.

The bill which passed the final stages of Parliament on Friday (21 November 2025) will mean dogs and cats subjected to the cruel and painful procedures will not be allowed in the UK, where these...

Cat litter

PetSafe® launches pro hooded self-cleaning cat litter box

Cat owners rejoice. PetSafe® has made scooping and odours a thing of the past, with the launch of its ScoopFree™ Crystal Pro Self-Cleaning Litter Box . It's the latest addition to its popular ScoopFree TM range .

Its clever and compact design takes the hassle out of daily litter box maintenance – offering ultimate convenience and a truly hands-off experience, with no need to scoop,...

Conkers

Dog walkers warned of autumn dangers

Dog owners are being urged to stay vigilant on autumn walks as common seasonal hazards like acorns, conkers and mushrooms could put pets at risk

Pet insurance experts at Quotezone.co.uk are highlighting the dangers to help owners keep their four-legged friends safe whilst out and about this October.

While autumn is a favourite time for woodland and countryside strolls, many...

Collies

TV Vet urges Collie-lovers in the South West to consider rescue dogs

A TV vet is urging dog lovers in the South West of England to take a look at the RSPCA website as new research shows the region loves a Border collie and the charity has lots waiting for homes.

The RSPCA had record breaking numbers of dogs in their care during the busy summer* - with most being looked after in private kennels as RSPCA rehoming centres are full.

But there's...

Big Dogs

RSPCA urges people to adopt big dogs as crisis sees record numbers in care

Could you provide a home for Sox, Lemmy and Ivy?

The RSPCA is urging people to consider adopting larger dogs this Adoptober as the charity is struggling with record numbers of dogs in its care

It is hoped that this Adoptober forever homes will be found for Labrador cross Sox , Cane Corso Cross Lemmy (pictured) and Cane Corso Cross Ivy who are being cared for by RSPCA Little Valley...

RSPCA fears for cats as weapon attacks on moggies soar in first half of 2024

The RSPCA is warning cat owners to be extra-vigilant this summer after new figures suggest felines are being increasingly targeted in deliberate weapon attacks - with the nation's wildlife also in the firing line.

New data from the animal charity reveals that the number of cats shot with an air gun, catapult/slingshot or crossbow has more than doubled in the first six months of this...

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Almost 7,000 animals rehomed by the RSPCA in Devon in last decade

The RSPCA has revealed that it has found loving new homes for almost 7,000 animals in a decade in Devon, with the remarkable rehoming feat revealed to mark its 200th birthday in 2024.

The charity has come a long way since 1824 - when founding members of the charity met in a coffee shop in London determined to change animals’ lives, creating the then SPCA and sparking an animal...

Cat with Food

Charities working together to provide over a million meals to the nation's pets

Thousands of dogs and cats across the UK have been enjoying nutritious meals at no cost to their owners, through a programme set up by leading animal charities and the UK’s biggest food waste charity.

The Pet Food Partnership, comprising Battersea, Cats Protection, Dogs Trust, RSPCA and FareShare, and supported by Petplan, recently passed the significant milestone of one million...

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