Frequently asked questions

How your money helps

Find out all there is to know about our people and our mission.

Find out why we're the leading animal welfare charity.

Concerned about the welfare of an animal? Contact us 24 hours a day.

We are the animal emergency service. At all times, in all weather, we're out there rescuing animals.

We're on a mission. Find out what our goal is - and help us get there.

We work for the welfare of animals to be protected through law.

We're kept busy round the clock - find out what we get up to!

Like a proud mare showing off her new colt, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

Like a proud mare showing off her new colt, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

Like a proud mare showing off her new colt, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

Like a proud mare showing off her new colt, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

Like a proud mare showing off her new colt, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

Like a proud mare showing off her new colt, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

Animals recover at the RSPCA with the best possible care.

Can you offer a 'forever home' to an animal who desperately needs it?

From the Queen to kennel staff to volunteers - find out about the people behind the RSPCA.

Through education, advice, services, campaigning, and the law - we can prevent cruelty to animals.

The power to prosecute means we can stop the suffering of more animals, when other means don't work.

Find services you can call on around the clock for veterinary advice.

Can you imagine what it's like to work for the RSPCA? Find out here.

Working for us can involve working with all sorts of animals, or none at all!

Hear what it's like to be an inspector - straight from the inspector's mouth!

Need to register your pet with a veterinary practice? Check out our advice.

Joanne Roberts is a veterinary nurse at the busy Harmsworth hospital. Find out what she gets up to!

Our generous supporters make the RSPCA what it is!

So, you want to take action and help animal welfare?

Get fit, get shopping - get fundraising!

If you are concerned about your pet's behaviour, contact a behaviour expert.

Find out about our elected council and corporate partners, and read our annual review and reports.

Read the latest Trustees' report and accounts in full.

The RSPCA Council helps ensure we meet our objectives. Find out more about its role.

The Animal Welfare Act means more animals can be helped - before they suffer.

We respect the information privacy of all visitors to our website.

Information about donating to the RSPCA via SMS and signing up to receive text alerts from us.

From budgies to badgers, our dedicated veterinary staff help as many animals in need as possible.

Information about the general advice on animal-related matters on our website.

All material on this website is the copyright of the RSPCA or third parties.

Use of this site constitutes your acceptance of our Terms of Use.

We work hard to reduce the use and suffering of animals in experiments.

How we work with politicians and civil servants in local authorities, Wales, Westminster and the EU

Check out our general pet pages to keep your pet bright-eyed and bushy-tailed!

Microchip your pets - they are lost without it.

Our specialist research animals team works in many ways to help laboratory animals.

The low-down on neutering your pet to prevent unwanted animals.

The necessity and justification of all experiments involving animals must be critically reviewed.

Get the inside knowledge - and protect your pet against worms.

Six great reasons to join.

Treat your pet - and your home - to keep fleas in check and stop your pet feeling jumpy.

Minimising any suffering is vital for as long as animals continue to be used in experiments.

Make fireworks a less frightening occasion for your pet.

The research animals department has specialist knowledge and expertise in laboratory animal welfare.

Our scientific staff develop and promote RSPCA aims and objectives through advocacy and liaison.

animal action provides a great way of teaching children about animal welfare.

The role of ethics committees in considering ethics, animal welfare and implementation of the 3Rs.

Find out about how we work with politicians and government in Westminster.

Background information relating to the establishment of systems of ethical review.

Considering the harms and benefits of proposed animal use.

Many animals are used to test the safety of chemicals found in products we all use.

Expert information on cat biology, behaviour and advice about how to keep cats healthy and happy.

Find out more about the behavioural needs of cats.

Accurately assessing and acting to reduce the level of animal suffering is very important.

On completion of a project it is essential for thoughtful reflection to take place.

Find out all about pigs and our work to try to give as many as possible a better quality of life.

Good practice for animal housing and care.

Find out more about the social needs of cats

If you are aged between 12-17 you can get involved and make a difference to animal welfare.

Find out more about the dietary needs of cats.

A quick introduction to the behaviour and biology of pigs.

We promote the development and use of methods that avoid or replace animal use in experiments.

We see the involvement of 'lay' perspectives as essential to a successful ethical review process.

Many animals are used to develop and test medicines and vaccines for humans and other animals.

The food service industry is changing. Find out how to source Freedom Food approved products

Newsletters and information about forthcoming events for members of ethical review committees.

The genetic manipulation and cloning of animals can have serious consequences for animal welfare.

Information about how pigs are typically farmed in the UK.

Freedom Food is the farm assurance and food-labelling scheme set up by the RSPCA

Director of communications

Some of the key pig welfare issues that concern us.

The recent upsurge in demand for Freedom Food labelled products has taken many retailers by surprise

The benefits of becoming a teenage member of the RSPCA

Find out more about the environmental needs of cats.

Find out more about the health and welfare needs of cats.

Learn about rabbit biology, behaviour & get expert advice on how to keep rabbits healthy and happy.

Get your work printed in animal action!

Corporate partners make crucial contributions to our work.

Find out more about the behavioural needs of rabbits.

Our current corporate partners and licensees:

Find out more about the social needs of rabbits.

Our previous corporate partners

Find out more about the dietary needs of rabbits.

Find out more about the environmental needs of rabbits.

Learn more about the health and welfare needs of rabbits.

Get expert advice on how to keep horses and ponies healthy and happy.

Find out why we are the ideal partner for a charity of choice partnership.

How can you help to give pigs in the UK and beyond a better life?

Animals are often being cloned with little consideration for ethical or animal welfare concerns.

We promote the implementation of the 3Rs as an essential component of humane science.

Head of farm animal science

The use of primates in experiments raises special concerns.

Senior scientific manager, farm animal science

JWGR reports aim to reduce suffering and promote both good animal welfare and good science.

Are you so mad about animals that you want to work with them when you're older?

What is the RSPCA?

Turn your old mobile phones and ink cartridges into cash for the RSPCA and help the environment too!

Find out more about your favourite animals.

Find out about how the RSPCA lobbies in the European Union with MEPs and the Commission.

Freedom Food offers great value for money. Just an annual assessment fee and a licence fee.

The Freedom Food logo can be used on products from approved suppliers

RSPCA wins Wilkinson Charity of the Year 2008!

Supporting the RSPCA through our merchandise licensing programme can offer significant benefits

Senior scientific officer, wildlife science

Support the RSPCA by purchasing our products

Deputy head of research animal science

Many of the issues that we campaign on are decided on at a European and global level.

Find out about our UK and oversea challenges.

Pet insurance plays an important part of responsible pet ownership.

Deputy head of companion animal science

Senior scientific officer, companion animal science

Director RSPCA Harmsworth Animal Hospital

Find out about the causes of pet obesity, the associated health risks and how to prevent them.

Director RSPCA Greater Manchester Animal Hospital

Since 1997 RSPCA International has delivered over 100 training courses in nearly 30 countries.

Head of RSPCA prosecutions

The RSPCA is pleased to introduce the RSPCA Buttercup Farm Friends

Freedom Food chief executive

The RSPCA aims to overhaul the European Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) to promote animal welfare.

Our detailed RSPCA welfare standards help to improve the lives of millions of farm animals...

RSPCA International has been negotiating animal welfare standards with the World Trade Organisation.

Our shelter management course aims to support and develop shelter managers.

We are greatly concerned about the welfare issues associated with pedigree dog breeding.

On our law enforcement course, training is given on cruelty investigation and law enforcement.

Find out about how we work with politicians and officers in Local Government

Help animals affected by the floods in Bangkok

How the RSPCA has helped change the law to improve animal welfare.

Stray animal management and dog handling is a highly practical course which includes equipment use.

This part of The Den is dedicated to fun, fun, fun!

Let your fingers do the walking with our fun games!

Send us your favourite Pets Pix!

RSPCA volunteers make a huge contribution to the work we do to prevent cruelty.

You don't have to be able to give lots of time to help us make a difference to animal welfare.

Each RSPCA branch is run by a committee of trustees who manage the affairs of the branch.

Each RSPCA branch is run by a committee of trustees who manage the affairs of the branch.

Find out more about becoming a fundraising volunteer.

animal life magazine

We want to know what you think!

We produce a wide range of leaflets, booklets and posters covering all kinds of subjects.

Find out about our position on the welfare of pedigree dogs.

Find out how you can help the RSPCA with our fundraising ideas.

Our indicator reports assess the state of animal welfare in the UK.

Promoting our animal welfare messages is a vital part of the RSPCA's work.

Find out about the RSPCA's exciting scheme for local authorities and housing providers.

Our press releases provide quick access to information on RSPCA campaigns and animal welfare issues.

Find out more about becoming a volunteer home visitor

The RSPCA has 207 charity shops.

Information about the biology of beef cattle.

Find out about becoming an adminstration volunteer.

Find out more about helping your local branch with computer work.

Find out more about general maintenance and gardening volunteer opportunities.

Information about how beef cattle are farmed.

Find out who has won the prestigious RSPCA Community Animal Welfare Footprints Innovator Awards.

Find out more about group volunteering projects.

The focus of this Footprint is on companion animals, both domestic and commercially owned.

The focus of this Footprint is on companion animals, both domestic and commercially owned.

Criteria for this Footprint includes the provision of a positive and clear policy on pet ownership.

Discover what protection badgers have under the law in England and Wales - and how you can help.

List of Freedom Food Application Forms

If you love animals and are under 12 why not join the RSPCA's Animal Action Club?

This Footprint focuses on local authorities who have good general animal welfare policies

Join the Animal Action Club!

We wholeheartedly support the principal of equal opportunities.

Can wild animals be kept in captivity?

Read about the experts who contributed to the RSPCA-commissioned report on pedigree dog welfare.

Read about the experts who contributed to the RSPCA-commissioned report into pedigree dog welfare.

RSPCA International initiated its first programmes in Africa in 2008.

Find out how this Act protects birds and other animals in the wild.

RSPCA International relies on your generosity.

Find out which local authorities in Engalnd and Wales achieved Footprints in 2011

Take advantage of the wide-ranging benefits that Freedom Food membership has to offer.

Information on keeping non-domestic animals as pets, plus some care sheets for more common species.

In August 2008 the RSPCA supported the establishment of the first animal welfare society in Malawi.

Guidance documents and information papers for individuals or organisations working in animal welfare

Freedom Food is the RSPCA's farm assurance and food labelling scheme.

Find out how the RSPCA works with the National Assembly for Wales

Information on wild animals and the issues affecting them.

Find out what's going on in this issue!

Read more about animals living wild, the welfare issues affecting them - and how you can help.

Find out what's coming up in the next issue of animal action!

Buy and sell on eBay today! Support the RSPCA by buying or selling items on eBay.

The government have announced the general locations of pilot badger culls.

Get close to the birds in your garden - and help them out at the same time!

Reports and resources - companion animals

Request an RSPCA Week fundraising pack

Our overseas work today is highly strategic and proactive, benefiting both animals and people.

Find out what welfare issues are affecting foxes - and the work we do.

We have places in the Brighton Marathon April 2012

Some key beef cattle welfare issues that concern us.

Some ways in which you can help to improve the lives of beef cattle.

Reports and resources - Wildlife

Some of the ways in which we're working to help improve the lives of beef cattle.

Find out what makes cats so amazing in our top ten facts!

Here are some fundraising ideas to help you raise funds

Wild animals are kept captive for many reasons - find out about the difficulties of keeping wildlife

Links to reports and resources on the welfare of farm animals

Information about the biology of dairy cattle.

Be a friend to animals in the future

A New year story from Kenya SPCA.

Information about how dairy cattle are farmed.

Links to reports and resources on the welfare of animals in entertainment

Links to reports and resources on campaigning for animal welfare

Links to reports and resources on animal welfare education

Links to reports and resources on animal welfare and human development issues

Links to reports and resources on animal welfare in disaster response work

Why do we think animals shouldn't be used in circuses? Read on to find out.

A forum to exchange ideas on implementing the 3Rs within rodent care and use.

Understanding rabbit biology and behaviour is crucial to the design of good housing and care systems

Concerned about performing animals? Or want to use them? Read about our Performing Animal Guidelines

Discover if an indoor-only lifestyle will suit your cat and how to keep him/her healthy and happy.

In 2008 we launched a major project with the China National Institute for Education (CNIER).

Find out more about the work we do rehabilitating wild animals.

Raise money for the RSPCA at no extra cost to you!

Some of the ways in which we're working to help improve the lives of pigs.

Find out what makes rabbits so special in our top ten facts!

How husbandry and procedures can be refined to reduce suffering and improve welfare.

Find out how and where we care for wild animals, and how you can become involved.

At Stapeley we rehabilitate swans and polecats as well as many other types of animals.

Find out what makes dogs so incredible in our top ten facts!

Find out about our specialist seal rehabilitation centre.

Links to reports and resources on how to develop your organisation.

How to apply to become an RSPCA corporate partner.

RSPCA Credit Card - apply for an RSPCA charity credit card today.

Direct Mail Information

Find out where deers, badgers, birds and many other animals are rehabilitated.

New licensee Laughter Revolution's exciting range of giftware launched at Spring Fair 2009.

Mason Cash has been making pet bowls for almost 70 years

Greeting card publisher Noel Tatt's RSPCA range of greetings cards

TV Advertising Information

For many years Vivid Imaginations has produced a range of toys

Take a closer look at deer!

Complaints information

Contact Freedom Food

Find out more about the environmental needs of dogs.

Find out more about the dietary needs of dogs.

Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010. Will the 'teenies' be the best decade for improved farm animal welfare?

Make one small change to your shopping. One big change for farm animals.

Do you want to be on the frontline in the prevention of animal cruelty?

Find out more about the behavioural needs of dogs.

A Freedom Food trained assessor visits everyone who applies for membership

Finding food labelled with the Freedom Food logo has never been easier.

Freedom Food - Farm Animal Welfare Issues

Welsh Lamb Producer - Arwyn Davies - Ynysau Uchaf

The role of a Freedom Food assessor is to visit everyone who applies for membership

Archiving is an increasingly important means of both reducing and refining GA animal use.

The daffodil's bright yellow trumpets are braving the elements and heralding the arrival of Spring.

Would you know what to do if you found a baby animal? Find out here.

RSPCA condemns Welsh badger cull plans

These ingredients need to get to know each other well, slowly warming until the meat is tender.

These ingredients need to get to know each other well, slowly warming until the meat is tender.

Found an injured wild animal? Here's some advice on what to do next.

Beef and pepper rice salad.

Ainsley Harriott - Oh so easy... and light and healthy too!

This recipe gives lamb a delicious new twist while letting the flavour of your Freedom Food lamb.

Freedom Food - Recipes - Antony Worrall Thompson - A Use Up Lamb Supper

Toad in the hole is a family favourite - tasty and wholesome, it's a great choice for wintery days.

Find out more about badgers, cattle and TB.

Does your company have a great fundraising idea? If so, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Want to donate to the RSPCA but unsure of the best way of doing it? Why not consider Payroll Giving!

Some key dairy cattle welfare issues that concern us.

Interested in setting up Payroll Giving for your staff? It's easy to set up and a great way to give.

Find out more about the social needs of dogs.

Some ways in which you can help improve the lives of dairy cattle.

Some of the ways we are working to help improve the lives of dairy cattle.

Supporting the RSPCA through Payroll Giving is an easy and tax-free way to give.

Would you like your business to have a positive impact upon animal welfare?

The breeding and use of genetically altered animals is increasing year on year.

Find out all about chickens reared for meat and our work to give as many as possible a better life.

Some information about the biology and behaviour of domesticated chickens and their wild ancestors.

Sharing information can improve the health and welfare of GA animals used in research.

Good training for staff caring for and using laboratory animals is essential for the 3Rs.

Information about how meat chickens are reared.

Some key meat chicken welfare issues that concern us.

Some of the ways in which we're working to help improve meat chicken welfare in the UK and beyond.

How you can help to improve the lives of chickens reared for meat.

Find out about sheep and our work to raise the standards of sheep welfare in the UK and beyond.

The RSPCA are really lucky to receive a substantial income from the sale of greeting cards and gifts

CJ Wildlife offers a wide range of high quality food, and accessories for all garden wildlife.

Find out about the farming of rabbits for meat, and our work to bring about welfare improvements.

Some information about the biology and behaviour of rabbits farmed for meat.

Information about the farmed rabbit industry in the UK.

Find out about separation-related behaviour problems in dogs and what you can do to prevent them.

Some of our main concerns about the welfare of rabbits farmed for meat.

Some of the work we're doing to try to improve the welfare of farmed rabbits.

Some of the things you can do to ensure more farmed rabbits are reared to higher welfare standards.

How donations are used to fight cruelty.

Find out all about ducks farmed for meat and our important work to try to improve their welfare.

Some information about the biology and behaviour of farmed ducks.

Information about how ducks are typically farmed for meat.

Some key farmed duck welfare issues that concern us.

CP Designs Asia produce a range of high quality pet beds and accessories.

Some of the ways in which we're working to help improve the lives of farmed ducks.

How you can help to improve the lives of ducks farmed for meat.

Find out about farmed fish, such as farmed Atlantic salmon, and our work to improve their welfare.

Find out more about the health and welfare needs of dogs.

An introduction to the biology of farmed fish.

An introduction to how fish such as salmon are typically farmed in the UK.

Some of the key welfare issues affecting farmed fish such as Atlantic salmon.

Some of the ways in which we're trying to improve farmed fish welfare.

Find out about the dangers of leaving your dog alone in a car.

Some ways in which you can help to improve the welfare of farmed fish.

Check out our pet care section for expert advice on how to keep pets healthy and happy.

Find out all about laying hens and our work to give as many hens as possible a better life.

An introduction to the behaviour and biology of laying hens.

Read about how to deal with stray cats.

Some information about how laying hens are kept for egg production.

Some of our main concerns about laying hen welfare.

Just some of the ways in which we're working hard to help as many laying hens as possible.

Don't want to donate online? You can also make a donation by post.

Need advice about your donation? We're here to help.

Find out how you can amend your donation or personal details.

Join the RSPCA to help fight to improve animal welfare.

How to donate without having a UK bank account.

How you can help to improve the lives of laying hens.

Find out about how animals are farmed, our work to improve their lives, and how you can help.

What to do if you are concerned about the welfare of a farm animal you have seen.

You can support the RSPCA in all sorts of different ways.

All about poultry (chickens, laying hens, turkeys and ducks) and our work to improve their welfare.

Information on live transport and our work to try to improve animal welfare.

Some background information on live transport.

Some of the key live transport welfare issues that concern us.

Read about out work to reduce unnecessary long distance live transport and ensure better conditions.

Some of the ways in which you can help to improve animal welfare during transport.

Information about farm animal slaughter and our work to try to improve animal welfare at this time.

Information about how farm animals are typically slaughtered/killed.

Knock Knock!

The RSPCA's information, advice and pet fostering service for families fleeing domestic abuse.

Calling for help:

Some key animal welfare issues at slaughter that concern us.

How we're working to improve animal welfare at slaughter / killing.

Some of the ways you can help to ensure better animal welfare at slaughter/killing.

Pet farm animals need specialist care - please read our advice before deciding to get some...

Goats can be really rewarding but are also a big commitment - please read our goat advice booklet.

Information about caring for pet chickens, including some welfare problems to look out for.

Pet pigs are often different breeds to those reared commercially but have similar specialised needs.

Information about caring for pet ducks and geese.

If you've made the big decision to get some farm animals, here's some useful information.

Our dedicated farm animal welfare team have both scientific training and practical experience.

Find out more about our dedicated companion animal welfare scientists.

We collaborate with many organisations as we work to improve the welfare of companion animals.

We work to raise awareness of farm animal welfare issues and offer evidence-based solutions.

We use the best available scientific and practical evidence to improve the lives of farm animals.

Read reports and resources produced by our companion animals department.

More details on our work to end the suffering of primates.

Learn more about the role of our companion animals team.

We're working to develop and apply pioneering methods to reliably assess animal welfare on farms.

Some reports, information sheets and submissions from our scientific farm animals team.

We are committed to working closely with other organisations.

We work to promote the 3Rs in veterinary vaccine research and testing.

How to use social bookmarking links

Promoting humane alternatives to animals in research, testing and education.

We're concerned about the animals in water as well as on land and in the air - take a look at why.

If you are experiencing domestic abuse, we may be able to help.

Our wildlife team promote thoughtful and humane interactions between people and wild animals.

We are specialists in wild animal welfare and legislation.

We commission and fund research into areas where information is needed to improve animal welfare.

We work to encourage the use of effective health planning on farms.

Our research helps improve the welfare of wild animals.

Scientific journals can play a key role in disseminating information on good practice.

Find out all about turkeys reared for meat and our work to try to improve their welfare.

Find expert information on dog biology and behaviour, plus advice about how to keep dogs healthy.

Grilled beef fillet marinated in soy and chilli

An introduction to the behaviour and biology of domesticated turkeys.

Information about how turkeys are typically farmed.

Some key turkey welfare issues that concern us.

We're working in different ways to raise welfare standards for turkeys in the UK and beyond.

How you can help to improve the lives of turkeys.

The RSPCA rescues animals from an appalling fate. Here are some of their stories.

Loch Fyne Bradan Rost with a whiskey and oyster mushroom sauce

Cheesy leek & potato pie - Barney Desmazery

How to contact our press offices in England and Wales.

Hot cheesy cornbread - Lesley Waters

Pizza omelette

Chicken thigh casserole with orange by Ken Hom

Find out more about the environmental needs of horses and ponies.

Find out more about the dietary needs of horses and ponies.

Find out more about the behavioural needs of horses and ponies.

Find out more about the social needs of horses and ponies.

Freedom Food offers certification for farmers, hauliers, abattoirs, processors and packers.

Budget recipes

Whatever the season - take inspiration from our superb selection of fine recipes.

Recipes to entertain

Find your nearest wild animal rehabilitator.

Find your nearest wild animal rehabilitator.

Find out more about the health and welfare needs of horses and ponies.

Teach your dog it's alright to be left alone and prevent separation-related behaviour occurring.

Our wildlife experts have the knowledge and skills to make a difference.

Check out our wildlife resources - from badgers in your garden to elephants in zoos.

Do you know what to do with your animals if it floods? Find out here.

Find out the information we may ask for when you contact us to report an animal in distress.

Reports, resources and submissions produced by the RSPCA research animals department.

Primates: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

Find out how we're leading the way for animal welfare in our Annual Review 2010.

Biotechnology: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

Times have changed in the last 185 years - and so have we.

From 1952 we cared for millions of animals who had travelled by air at our Airport Hostel.

We are campaigning against the weakening of the UK law regulating animal experiments.

Toxicology: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

All about cattle (dairy, beef and calves reared for veal) and our work to improve their welfare.

Have you got what it takes to rehome a horse from the RSPCA?

Our welfare scientists and field staff work in many ways to try to improve farm animal welfare.

Vaccines: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

Housing and care: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

Our fundraising activity plays activities play a crucial role in generating income

Goodbye 2009, Hello 2010

Rehoming a horse from the RSPCA.

Telemetry: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

Assessing welfare and suffering: related reports and resources from RSPCA research animals dept.

Journal publication policies: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals dept.

Information on free-living wildlife and the impact - both positive and negative - of humans.

Leave a legacy to the RSPCA - be a friend to animals in the future.

Why leave a legacy to the RSPCA?

Some key areas of our work that will always depend on legacy gifts

Let the RSPCA look after your pets when you are gone with our free service, Home for Life.

Will your horse have a happy, secure retirement?

Find out how to establish a good relationship with your dog.

Find out what different pet rodents need to keep them healthy and happy.

Want to know what it takes to be an equine rehoming co-ordinator?

List of winners of prizes from the current issue of Animal Action magazine

Adult membership

Friend membership

Our officers get called out to all sorts of incidents, from the ordinary to the extraordinary.

Max, a tri-coloured male terrier type dog, suffered terribly at the hands of his owner's grandfather

This beautiful grey pony was was adopted by schoolteacher Freya.

See all our FAQs

Face to face or 'street' fundraising is a bit like Marmite. People either love it or hate it.

Ethical review: related reports and resources from the RSPCA research animals department.

Gift Aid enables us to make the most of the donations we receive.

Interview with Lisa Paulin. Find out more about being a deputy manager at an equine centre.

Spring animal welfare advice.

Summer animal welfare advice.

Winter animal welfare advice.

Welcome to The Den! If you're under 18 and love animals this is the place for you.

Do something rewarding for animal welfare.

Got a great recipe idea? Send it in to us here at Freedom Food

Some of the ways in which you can make a difference to the lives of sheep.

The RSPCA has two superb online photo libraries.

Find what you need in an instant with our selection of videos.

Reports covering many aspects of captive wildlife welfare.

When making a will it is important to consider who you may wish to appoint as your Executor.

Information on our rehabilitation work and advice to rehabilitators.

List of online retailers selling Freedom Food approved products

Volunteer computer work case study - Matthew

Autumn animal welfare advice.

Volunteer gardening and maintenance case study - Dale

It is important to make a will whether or not you consider you have much to leave.

There are a number of ways you can leave a gift to the RSPCA

Freedom Food is the RSPCA's farm assurance and food labelling scheme.

Keep in touch with all our latest campaign action.

Meet Catharine, a vet at the busy RSPCA Putney Animal Hospital.

How to donate in memory of a loved one.

Find out what we're doing to help animals under the water.

Find out how you can help animals under the water.

Go behind the scenes at Putney Animal Hospital.

Find out about our work in Zambia

Find out what our new animal welfare officers are doing.

Find out about how we work to help wildlife.

Find out about how we work to help wildlife.

Check out our animal-crazy magazine!

Our Photolibrary contains over 100,000 of the finest natural history and animal welfare images.

Senior scientific officer, research animal science

A quick reference to the RSPCA.

Link To Latest News

Terms and conditons for linking to the RSPCA website.

Browse our archived news stories.

See all our archived news stories.

Browse our archived news stories.

Find us online and get involved!

Senior campaign manager, external affairs

Application forms for adopting a pet from the RSPCA

Sign up to our campaign network and Give Animals A Voice!

Keep your pets safe from Antifreeze poisoning

Read about the experts who have contributed to our welfare information and advice for cats.

Read about the experts who have contributed to our welfare information and advice for dogs.

Read about the experts who have contributed to our welfare information for horses and ponies.

Read about the experts who have contributed to our welfare information and advice for rabbits.

How fit are your fingers? Join in with the first heats of the british mammal olympics!

A 'virtual board game' that tests your animal knowledge. One or Two players.

Discover how the companion animals department works to protect and improve companion animal welfare.

Find out more about the services we offer.

Find out more about the services we offer.

How to become a teenage member of the RSPCA

Find out more about Animal care assistant Anna Lindley

In 2010 we gave 64,086 animals like Dill a second chance at a new home and life.

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A £10 donation

Amersham Horses Appeal

RSPCA inspectors rescued over 100 horses, ponies and donkeys from appalling conditions.

Spend a day with Wildlife Assistant Shelly Reeves at West Hatch Wildlife Centre.

Much of our direct animal welfare work is carried out by our branches.

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Learn what you need to consider before owning a horse and find horses looking for new homes.

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How we spend your money

Visit our rehoming pages to find your perfect match

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This free service offers peace of mind that pets will be looked after should their owners die.

Could you spare £5 a month to help fund our vital work?

Daisy was found abandoned in the woods.

How your money helps

Gift Aid - Give a third more at no extra cost to you

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We need people to foster pets belonging to victims of domestic violence.

Find out about the difference PetRetreat has made to hundreds of people's and animals' lives.

Have you considered adopting an elderly pet?

Major gifts from individuals and charitable trusts can and do make a difference to animal welfare

Our special appeals feature just some of our long-stay animals in need of new homes.

Find out more about how UK charities operate.

Supporting the RSPCA through Payroll Giving is an easy and tax-free way to give.

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Actions we have taken for pedigree dog welfare

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Latest RSPCA welfare standards amendments

We are members of the Fundraising Standards Board self-regulatory scheme.

Watch our short video clip about the role of an RSPCA animal care assistant.

What size do you need and how long do you cook it for? Plus a few other useful tips

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If I don't get Freedom Food approval will I get a refund?

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RSPCA Bryn Y Maen animal centre, Upper Colwyn Bay, Conwy

RSPCA Bryn Y Maen animal centre, Upper Colwyn Bay, Conwy

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Individual smoked salmon and watercress tarts can be made in advance and warmed through to serve.

Spiced roast duck with port, kumquat and cranberry sauce

Lightly rinse the turkey crown and pat dry. Leave to dry at room temperature.

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Who can be seen at Birmingham Animal Hospital

Mix together the butter, lemon zest and juice. Spread the butter over the turkey.

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Who can be seen at Greater Manchester hospital

Who is eligble to be seen at Harmsworth

Find out who is eligible to be seen at our Putney Animal Hospital.

Who can be seen at Merthyr Clinic

Using the back of a knife, stretch each bacon rasher out - this will stop them shrinking

The added mixed spice gives these delicious mince pies an added warm flavour.

Combine the potatoes and swede into one pan and place over a low heat.

Brussel sprouts with chestnut butter

When the goose fat is sizzling remove from the oven and carefully add the potatoes to the hot fat.

The RSPCA is a registered charity (no. 219099) that receives no state aid.

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This free service offers peace of mind that pets will be looked after should their owners die.

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This dish positively benefits from being cooked in advance and reheated through.

No peeling or slicing for this dish so it's a real time saver.

Parsnips with Soy, Honey and Orange

Bread sauce can be made in advance and just warmed before serving.

This stuffing can be made in advance and frozen uncooked.

Gravy will reheat well with a short burst in the microwave at the last minute.

You can replace asparagus with tenderstem broccoli.

The Yorkshire puddings could be made in advanced and filled just before serving.

Chive Mini Pancakes with Smoked Salmon

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Find out who has achieved Footprints in 2011.

Kelly Turkeys have been showered with awards in recent years

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RSPCA Bluebell Ridge cattery, Hastings

RSPCA Bluebell Ridge cattery, Hastings

RSPCA Bluebell Ridge cattery, Hastings

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Freedom Food has launched Simply Ask, a campaign to encourage consumers to think...

Mustard crust cottage pie. This is such a delicious variation of the British classic.

Turkey and sweet pepper pasta

Here's a quick and tasty way to jazz up your salmon, Thai-style.

This dish is full of deep rich flavours. Ideal to give your friends and family the comfort factor

Rediscover the forgotten Welsh Rarebit and you will suddenly remember how good it is.

Baked custard with gooseberry and ginger compote and shortbread

Chicken bruschetta

Henrietta Green - Chicken soup

Henrietta Green talks all things chicken - Roast chicken

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Toasted Crumpet, Scrambled Eggs and Smoked Salmon.

Rosewater and elderflower jelly panna cotta

Pork fillet with marsala prunes and sweet mustard sauce

Adverse weather conditions

Awards and events can be a great way of marketing your business.

Severe Weather - RSPCA Launches Farm Animal Welfare Hotline

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Stimulating young people to think about how we interact with animals.

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Catering opportunities for London 2012 Olympics will be advertised in the next couple of weeks.

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Behind the scenes at West Hatch Wildlife Centre

Some of our resources are available in languages other than English.

We are involved in an initiative to advance animal welfare in the Western Balkans.

This is delicious. Really easy to make and you can do it in advance and just heat up before serving.

This looks very impressive, but is really easy to make.

You can't go wrong with chocolate! You can make this the day before or in the morning.

Here's a slightly eclectic list of traditional Valentine's gifts.

Remember your ethics on Valentine's Day - they're more important than you might think!

How to... the Valentine's Day shopping list and planner

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Expert advice about how to keep chinchillas healthy and happy.

Rewarding fundraising for teenage members.

See some of our officers in action helping to protect and rescue animals around the clock.

Shop assistant, Commercial Road, Hereford

RSPCA Surrey Sutton and District Branch

Shrove Tuesday, also known as Pancake Day, falls on Tuesday 8th March this year.

Special Ken Hom recipe for Chinese New Year.

Membership Policy Statement

Links to reports and resources on the welfare of animals used in research and testing

Find out more about the behavioural needs of chinchillas.

Find out more about the social needs of chinchillas.

The best pancakes use eggs from cage-free hens

We outline some of the laws relating to wildlife.

Find out more about the dietary needs of chinchillas.

Find out more about the environmental needs of chinchillas.

Find out more about the health and welfare needs of chinchillas.

What better way to mark St David's Day than with a celebration of Welsh Lamb.

Freedom Food announces record number of animals reared to RSPCA standards

From reporting animals in distress, to seasonal advice and more - you'll find it all here.

Download our new guide on pets in housing.

Find out what makes chinchillas so cool in our top chinchilla facts!

A list of our main contact details

Find out about local and national RSPCA events.

Government relations manager, public affairs

You can't beat the traditional combination of smoked salmon and scrambled eggs.

Roast leg of lamb garlic and rosemary

Sticky chocolate and orange cake - Phil Vickery

Really Crispy Chicken Thighs with Parsley & Sundried Tomato Salad.

Make your Mum feel great this Mother's Day with fantastic food that's good for the soul.

To develop our welfare standards we regularly consult with animal welfare and farming experts.

The RSPCA welfare standards for laying hens and pullets

The RSPCA welfare standards for chickens

St Patrick's Day - A traditional blend of celebration, Craic and camaraderie.

The RSPCA welfare standards for dairy cattle

The RSPCA welfare standards for beef cattle

The RSPCA welfare standards for farmed Atlantic salmon

Serve with fried bacon, fried sausage, fried eggs, fried black pudding, fried soda bread.

The RSPCA welfare standards for turkeys

The RSPCA welfare standards for sheep

The RSPCA welfare standards for hatcheries

How our inspectors investigate complaints of animal cruelty and neglect.

The RSPCA welfare standards for ducks

We ensure a consistent, fair and independent review of the evidence.

RSPCA welfare standards for pigs

Our animal welfare scientists and vets ensure that sound science underpins all the RSPCA's work.

RSPCA Westmorland Branch area

The regional support department supports branches and animal centres

The aim of the BACS fundraising and income generation unit.

Find out about our volunteer support unit.

Read about the experts who have contributed to our welfare information and advice for chinchillas.

Pork belly is the cut of the moment. This dish may take some time but well worth the wait.

Everyone agrees that cauliflower cheese is delicious, but this recipe gives you a lovely variation.

Delicious stewed rhubarb with ginger flavoured pancakes.

Read about the experts who have contributed to our welfare information and advice for guinea pigs.

Learn about how to keep guinea pigs healthy and happy!

Chilli and chocolate is such a fantastically wild combination.

Information about our Blackberry Farm Animal Centre.

Information about our Gonsal Farm Animal Centre.

Find out about the pre-roll seen before some of the video's on our website.

Be sure to have read and understood the standards and what is required.

This is about Kilburn clinic

Freedom Food will be there!

About Ashley Heath Animal Centre

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Today's appealing little foal can be tomorrow's unwanted pony.

Easter is a great time for entertaining, here are some of our suggestions for great Easter food.

Standard terms and conditions of purchase

Decorate the cupcakes with mini eggs for a more Easter feel if you wish.

Chocolate can be poisonous, and even fatal, for some animals.

How to put animals into pet search

Learn what to do if your cat is poisoned and how to prevent poisoning incidents.

Learn what to do if your dog is poisoned and how to prevent poisoning incidents.

Find out more about the most common, potentially serious dog poisons.

What is pet search?

Shoppers ditch standard chicken in favour of higher welfare

Right now we're looking to find new owners for Staffies.

Take a look around this site to discover the rewards of adopting a dog with the RSPCA.

Visit an RSPCA centre

Currently we have lots of great Staffies with all sorts of personalities in our care.

Watch our video showing Staffies through the ages

Watch these great Staffy adoption stories.

Welcome to the question centre

Patch case study

Ellie case study

Beau case study

Roxy and Flo

eBay is supporting us for a second year ahead of RSPCA Week.

Learn what to do if your horse, pony or donkey is poisoned and how to prevent poisoning incidents.

Rehome a Staffie

Sticky was found, abondoned, in a box covered in glue.

Lurchers abandoned outside one of our animal centres.

Staffordshire bull terrrier cross tied to fence and set alight.

Unwanted dog thrown into a river.

New born kittens and their mother found abandoned.

White-and-brindle dog found collapsed.

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Can you help?

Find out more about the most common potentially serious horse, pony and donkey poisons.

Learn what to do if your rabbit is poisoned and how to prevent poisoning incidents.

New research shows more people are choosing to buy higher welfare chicken.

Cat shot with an airgun.

Find out more about the most common, potentially serious rabbit poisons.

Abandoned greyhound found covered in sores.

Cockerel attacked by a group of youths.

Iguana found sheltering under a tree.

Six guinea pigs dumped in a box.

We're appealing for your help in solving suspected acts of animal cruelty, neglect and abandonment.

Learn what to do if your pet rodent is poisoned and how to prevent poisoning incidents.

Find out more about the most common potentially serious pet rodent poisons.

Case study - grey seal rehabilitation

Our highest priority is to help animals who are sick, injured, neglected or victims of cruelty.

Animals in need

This year's RSPCA Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on Saturday, 25 June 2011.

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Rebecca Williams ran the Virgin London Marathon 2010

Prioritising animals

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Why adopt a Staffy from the RSPCA?

Ban wild animals in circuses in Wales

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A big thank you on behalf of all the animals.

Our Staffies have often been neglected or abused.

Your donations help us to collect and rescue Staffies like Ellie and give them a good home.

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What is the process for rehoming a Staffy from the RSPCA?

Does it cost anything to rehome an animal from the RSPCA?

Where do the RSPCA dogs come from?

How do I know my home will be suitable?

What if I don't feel a Staffy is suitable for me?

Aren't Staffies listed on the Dangerous Dogs Act?

Is it true that Staffies can pull on the lead?

What advice can you offer, when I take my Staffy home?

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Read a few of our fantastic horses and ponies success stories.

See all our horses and ponies staff profiles.

Our special appeals feature some of the horses and ponies in our care looking for a particular home.

This year there are five vacancies for national Council members to be filled.

Looking for horses and ponies for adoption? Browse our horses and ponies rehoming pages.

Looking for other animals for adoption? Browse our pets rehoming pages.

Staffy dog stories

RSPCA Surrey Sutton & District Branch

One of our many successful rescues

Find out more about the Amersham horses cruelty case and the success of our rehoming appeal.

Animal welfare is top of the list for food shoppers.

Find out more about the behavioural needs of guinea pigs.

Find out more about the social needs of guinea pigs.

Find out more about the dietary needs of guinea pigs.

Find out more about the environmental needs of guinea pigs.

Naomi Killingsworth is a veterinary nurse at Birmingham Animal Hospital

Get to know a dog

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RSPCA Darlington & District Branch

Sunderland, Hartlepool and South Tyneside Branch

Kate Parkes is a scientific officer in our farm animals department

Wendy sheds some light on her work at our Stapeley Grange Wildlife Centre

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Who owns Freedom Food?

RSPCA Sunderland, Hartlepool and South Tyneside Branch

RSPCA Sunderland, Hartlepool and South Tyneside Branch

Find out more about the health and welfare needs of guinea pigs.

The warmer summer weather makes alfresco dining an attractive proposition.

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The Black Farmer moves to Freedom Food outdoor bred pork.

Phil Vickery - Lemon and poppy seed cake.

Mark Dodson - Spicy yoghurt chicken.

A great favourite with our customers and ideal for a special starter or lunch.

From pets to rodeos, find out what our views are and how they guide our animal welfare work.

Meet Sian Stevens, one of our highly skilled Animal Welfare Officers.

Find useful animal welfare advice throughout the year.

See all seasons.

Tune in to our All About Animals podcast for the latest on animal welfare. Subscribe for free!

Following the recent RSPCA Council elections, members have now been elected to serve.

Joint statement about the Hunting Act

Demand for higher welfare sees record sales of Freedom Food pork

RSPCA Herefordshire Branch

Location of horses

Back to Horse and pony rehoming

We are is urging pet owners to make sure their pets do not frazzle in the heat.

Become a Toy Critic for Animal Action magazine!

Read heart-warming stories about animals we have found new homes for.

RSPCA North Somerset Branch

RSPCA North Somerset Branch

Mallydams Centre near Hastings is a truly unique centre.

Event organisation resources

Fundraising regulations factsheets

Popular fundraising ideas - factsheets

See list of press releases.

Want a job working for a leading animal welfare charity?

Ever wondered what makes us so good at rescuing animals? Find out here.

New welfare codes of practice for pet owners

British shoppers care about animal welfare

We prevent animal cruelty by supporting you to develop informed, responsible and active citizens.

A celebration of the value of biodiversity

Think Pig - find out how to use your consumer power to help pigs!

We show how animal welfare can be used as a focus or context for delivering the National Curriculum.

We use our experience to train youth intervention workers in the issues surrounding animal cruelty.

If you eat pork, bacon, sausages or ham, follow the Think Pig checklist. Find out more!

What animals are affected by the food we have in schools?

Think Pig! Find out about the welfare issues facing pigs

Are there any animal welfare issues in our school environment?

Take the Think Pig Pledge now!

Find out about the labels on pork products.

Find out how to 'Think Pig' without blowing the budget

Inspector Ponsford

Zenon Brown

Think Pig - actions you can take to help pigs

Find out about the voluntary labelling code of practice for pork and pork products

Michelle Hare

Nicola Johnson

Herchy Boal

Communications and liaison officer, inspectorate

Read about some of our recent rehoming successes.

Jenka was neglected and abandoned.

Mrs Brown's owner became ill and was unable to care for her.

Learn about mice and their behaviour and get expert advice on how to keep mice healthy and happy.

See all our rehoming successes

Make sure your mice are able to behave normally

Make sure your mice have appropriate company

Make sure your mice have a healthy diet

Make sure your mice have a suitable place to live

Make sure your mice are protected from pain, suffering, injury and disease

Find out how food labelling really can help improve animal welfare

Watch the Think Pig animation here!

Farm Animal Week - RSPCA Welfare Standards

Farm Animal Week - RSPCA Welfare Standards

RSPCA Folkestone Branch

Farm Animal Week - RSPCA Welfare Standards

Farm Animal Week - RSPCA Welfare Standards

Farm Animal Week - RSPCA Welfare Standards

Wise Up About What You Eat In Farm Animal Week

Sainsbury's Coq Au Vin

To prevent unwanted pets we encourage pet owners to act responsibly and have their pets neutered.

If you're thinking of adopting a pet, please consider one of the many Staffies in our care.

Seagull shot with a crossbow in Rhyl, Denbighshire, North Wales.

Severely neglected dog dumped in his bed by a Birmingham road.

Emaciated greyhound cross-breed found abandoned.

A young pet cat shot by an airgun.

The body of a cat found hanging from a tree in Poole.

Four kittens abandoned on a dual carriageway causing a traffic accident.

We provide activities that address the issues of why young people are cruel to animals.

Emaciated horse found on an allotment with a huge mammary growth.

Winter is thawing and there's plenty to see and do for the animals!

A kitten found dumped in a carrier bag in the middle of a Chesterfield street.

A puppy with a severe skin condition found wandering in Leeds.

A male mallard duck shot with a crossbow pinning his wing to his body.

Daisy was found abandoned in the woods.

From training and support to reporting animals in distress, you'll find it all here

Horses' welfare needs - your duty to care.

Profile of groom Clare Ramshaw

About our website

Fargo was found, scared and alone, in the country side.

Clare is one of eight grooms who work at our Felledge Animal Centre.

News release - 11.08.10

Read reports and resources produced by our companion animals department.

Read reports and resources on pets produced by our companion animals department.

Read reports and resources produced by our companion animals department.

It's summer time - and that means picnics.

Take the stress out of a relaxing past time.

Sausage and apple rolls

Chicken, Bacon, Cheddar and Thyme Pasties

Lemon Curd Filled Butterfly Cakes

Egg and cress baguette made with free-range eggs.

Mark Hix's barbequed beef ribs

Paul Merrett's Lamb Kofta Skewers with Tzatsiki and Chargrilled Aubergine

Our branches are separetely registered charities run by volunteers.

We believe current dog laws urgently need updating to protect the public and animal welfare.

Nick Nairn's Teriyaki Salmon

Antony Worrall Thompson's Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings

Beat burnt bangers and try these fabulous BBQ recipes

Animal welfare issues for your primary school council to discuss

Animal welfare issues for your secondary school council to discuss

How can we make our school activities more animal-friendly?

How does litter affect the welfare of animals?

How animal-friendly are our school grounds?

What are the issues with keeping pets in schools?

What can we do to help improve animal welfare in our local area?

What aspects of our school life could be more animal-friendly?

How can we make people aware of animal welfare issues?

Find out how your school can be animal-friendly

A disease that mainly affects sheet and cattle.

What should we know about keeping animals in schools?

Draw up an animal code of conduct for your school

Find out how to incorporate animal welfare into your lessons

Free activities to inspire young people and stimulate debate.

Are you Britain's Kindest Kid?

Find out the answers to some common questions about dog aggression.

Can you help fund our vital work?

Welcome to the new RSPCA Education website!

Have they done something special and caring for animals?

Browse our education news archive

Hunting with dogs was consigned to the history books in 2005 - let's make sure it stays there!

'Status dogs' are oten the victims of violence and cruelty.

Find out what's going on in your area!

Get all the lastest news!

Take a look at some of the episodes of Emergency Animal Rescue and watch our trailers.

Our exciting new 20-part documentary series.

Jenny Ride

Dale Grant

Meet the officers

We couldn't have done it without you

Newsletters

RSPCA Essex South West Branch

At RSPCA Honours 2010

As Autumn fast approaches we look forward to cosy nights in with delicious food.

This is delicious. Really easy to make and you can do it in advance and just heat up before serving.

Some key animal welfare issues at slaughter and religious slaughter that concern us.

Drivers warned to watch out for deer in the dark

Freedom Food will be promoting its Simply Ask campaign at two restaurant events.

England Marketing will be surveying all members over the coming months.

Freedom Food are offering producer groups the opportunity to have a speaker at their meetings.

Protect your pets by keeping their vaccinations up-to-date.

Recrord numbers of producers joining scheme.

A drive to sign up new abattoirs to the scheme is underway.

Appleby horses

Surrey horses

Watch more trailers

House of horrors

Cooked swan

Find out how to skydive for free and raise money.

RSPCA Pet Insurance FAQ

RSPCA Altrincham Cheshire Branch

Remembering the animals and RSPCA staff who served our country.

Some key facts about our involvement in World War One.

Some key facts about our involvement in World War Two.

In memory of all the animals who have served, suffered and died in war.

The names of RSPCA personnel who lost their lives in the First and Second World Wars.

Back to animals in war home.

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Freedom Food Response to Channel 5/Sky News Coverage

Abandoned dog

Hoarding house

Amersham horses

Bird trappers

Tail docking

Dog fighters

More information about The Great Big Rabbit Survey.

Photos and graphics for use when writing and publishing an article on The Great Big Rabbit Survey.

What GBA winners The Co-operative can teach us about animal welfare-friendly food...

We approve indoor and free-range chicken production that meets the RSPCA's strict welfare standards

Pasha managed to find a loving new home despite her breeds unjustified reputation.

Find out more about caring for your rabbits.

See what other people are saying about pet rabbits.

Are you a key stage 1/2 teacher eager to explore alternatives to classroom teaching?

Places available at the RSPCA status dog summit, 29-30th November 2010

And we want to know what makes your bunny bounce!

Thank you to everyone who has donated to help animals in the aftermath of the earthquake in Haiti.

What to do if you think your pet has been poisoned and how to prevent poisonings.

Check out our new Welsh language interactive resources!

See events in other areas.

Wales and West events

North events

East events

South East events

Can you help fund our vital work?

What goes into the release of wildlife after rehabilitation.

To help with our understanding of what happens after release we tag some of the wildlife.

Can you help fund our vital work?

Can you help fund our vital work?

Can you help fund our vital work?

Can you help fund our vital work?

Can you help fund our vital work?

Can you help fund our vital work?

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Freedom Food logo now on over 1,000 products

RSPCA Truly Special Gifts help the animals in our care at our many animal and wildlife centres

There are loads of ways you can keep up-to-date with what's going on at the RSPCA.

Can you help the Lilongwe Society for the Protection and Care of Animals?

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Learn about hamster behaviour and get expert advice on how to keep hamsters healthy and happy

Find out more about the environmental needs of your hamster

Find out more about the dietary needs of your hamsters

Find out more about the behavioural needs of hamsters

Find out more about the social needs of hamsters

Find out more about the health and welfare needs of your hamsters

A great gift for any animal-loving child!

Warming recipes are just the thing after you've braved the chilly weather.

British Diners Want More Information When Eating Out

About My RSPCA

Top five reasons to buy RSPCA pet insurance

RSPCA pet insurance gives you great value cover for your pet

Could you spare £5 a month to help fund our vital work?

Our Donkeys have often been neglected or abused.

Simply Ask - get involved, click here to get involved and request a book of postcards

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A £10 donation

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A big thank you on behalf of all the equines.

Thank you for making a donation to the RSPCA

How your money helps

Thank you for making a donation to the RSPCA

In 2009 your donations helped us to collect and rescue over 135,000 animals like Dill.

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At Lockwood we take in sick, old or rescued donkeys to give them a forever home they will thrive in.

How you can help Lockwood centre for horses and Donkeys

Adopt a Lockwood donkey

Visit our rehoming pages to find your perfect match.

Visit our rehoming pages to find your perfect match.

Campaigning Successes 2010

Section 1 - Legal

Section 2 entry assessment

Section 2

Section 2 behaviour records

Section 2 rehoming

Cover sheets

Horses and ponies need extra care and attention during the cold winter months.

Having trouble?

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History of Lockwood Centre for Horses and Donkeys

Thinking of ordering a turkey for Christmas? Make sure it has the Freedom Food logo.

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Christmas is coming, which means it is time to focus on some Festive Feasts.

Please come back soon!

Food has always been at the heart of Christmas celebrations, here are our favourite festive feasts.

Use your consumer power to help improve pig welfare.

Mix together the butter, lemon zest and juice. Spread the butter over the turkey.

Gammon is always a popular choice at Christmas, not only does it always make an impressing...

Back to Amersham horses.

What size do you need and how long do you cook it for? Plus a few other useful tips.

Want it crispy? Just make sure it is really, really dry before it goes into the oven.

Read about rescued Amersham horses Twiggy, Jerry, Hamish and Leo in their special new home.

A baked gammon is about as versatile as its gets at Christmas.

Read about rescued Amersham ponies Rosie and Ruby in their special new home.

Could you spare £5 a month to help animals like Chisomo?

The Yorkshire puddings could be made in advanced and filled just before serving.

Freedom Food wins Welsh Assembly vote.

Restaurant diners want to know more...

FreeTails conference in January

Pork Code aims to make labelling clearer

Freedom Food wins Welsh Assembly vote

Freedom Food wins Welsh Assembly vote.

Finding food labelled with the Freedom Food logo has never been easier.

Five pounds a month can help us support animal shelters across Europe.

Ten pounds a month ensures we can respond to environmental disasters.

Three pounds a month can help to support international animal welfare education and training.

A ten pound donation will buy essential vaccines to protect animals and people from disease.

There's nothing like sitting down in front of a log fire with a mince pie.

In order to make the best crème caramel you need to cook the caramel to a dark colour.

Ginger and Lime Baked Custards with Griddled Pineapple

Here are some fantastic recipes to use up any leftover turkey or ham.

A twenty-five pound donation can help animals and people affected by natural disasters.

A fifty pound donation can help to maintain the work of veterinary clinics around the world.

For every £1 you donate, 100 per cent goes directly to protecting and caring for animals.

RSPCA International relies on your donations to continue its animal welfare work worldwide.

Thank you for making a donation to RSPCA International.

This delicious pie will keep all the family fed in between Christmas and the New Year.

Try this pork version of the crispy duck. Delicious and fun for all the family.

You can use any beans such as haricot, cannellini or black eyed for this tasty dish.

Ideal for those days after Christmas when you want simple warming food.

Savour a hearty breakfast. Fresh eggs make the best poached eggs.

Crushed New Potatoes topped with Shredded ham, Spring onion and Sour cream.

Turkey caesar salad

Your donations enable our staff to deliver training around the world.

Thank you for making a donation to RSPCA International.

Your donations enable our staff to deliver training around the world.

Your donations help us to treat, care for and rehome abused and abandoned animals like Chisomo.

A big thank you from Chisomo and all the animals helped by RSPCA International.

This contemporary take on a traditional favourite.

Hot sesame turkey and avocado salad.

On the first day of Christmas, my true love gave to me...

Spaghetti carbonara

Lamb braised with dill in white wine sauce

These absolutely yummy meatballs are easy to make and delicious to eat.

Ditch the traditional leftover turkey curry this year and try this delicious risotto instead.

Find out more about where we work globally and our international programmes.

Read about our emergency response to international man-made and natural disasters.

Learn about the work we do in Europe and worldwide in our campaigns and global issues pages.

What are the links between animal and human welfare? Our development and research explains.

RSPCA Worcester and Mid Worcestershire Branch

RSPCA Stort Valley - Harlow, Essex

RSPCA Essex Mid, Brentwood, Chelmsford and District Branch

Profile of Farm Livestock Officer Roger Briddock

Do the pupils at your school have scientific nous and a flair for communication?

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Donations help us improve international animal welfare standards.

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The RSPCA's writing competition for children.

The very first animal action writing competition!

Our position on keeping rabbits and guinea pigs together.

Read our fab shortlisted entries.

Is your school up to the RSPCA Farm Animal Challenge?

Our position on keeping rabbits and guinea pigs together.

Manchester and Salford Branch blog

Thank you for choosing to donate to our PetRetreat service.

Since it began in 2002, the RSPCA PetRetreat service has helped more than 600 families and 850 pets.

Share the highs and lows experienced by some of our bloggers.

Keep up-to-date with life at the RSPCA press office in our press officer blog.

Find all the forms for your Pet Portfolio

Thank you.

Choose Freedom Food labelled bacon, sausages and eggs then just sit down and enjoy!

Up the health factor and treat yourself at the same time with Freedom Food labelled smoked salmon.

A delicious poached egg with lean bacon on a wholemeal muffin is a great way to start the day.

It is Farmhouse Breakfast week! Did you know that having breakfast can help you be healthier?

It is through your donations that the RSPCA is able to continue its PetRetreat service.

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Our PetRetreat service is almost entirely reliant on public donations. We can't do it without you.

RSPCA Maidenhead and East Berkshire Branch

RSPCA Maidenhead and East Berkshire Branch

RSPCA Shropshire Branch

RSPCA Shropshire Branch

RSPCA Goole & District Branch

RSPCA Walsall & District Branch

RSPCA Bath Cats and Dogs Home

RSPCA Walsall and District Branch

PetRetreat is our information, advice and pet fostering service for families fleeing domestic abuse.

How animal welfare can be incorporated into the curriculum at all levels

Cambridge branch blog

RSPCA Halifax & Huddersfield

RSPCA Halifax & Huddersfield Branch

RSPCA Halifax & Huddersfield Branch

Head of wildlife

Find out how the Animal Welfare Act affects teachers and students

Thinking of getting a puppy? Then get puppy smart!

Who is eligble to be seen at Kilburn

Who is eligble to be seen at Edmonton

The 3rd of February sees the start of the next Chinese New Year.

Another take on the ever popular stir fry. Line up all your ingredients...

Covert footage of animal cruelty at Hall Farm in Hingham in Norfolk

RSPCA Surrey East Branch

RSPCA Kidderminster and District

RSPCA Rugby Branch

RSPCA Rugby Branch

Teach your students to be puppy smart with the new RSPCA animation

The number of common seal pups being cared for at our East Winch Wildlife Centre has doubled.

Follow the Amersham horses story in our podcast.

RSPCA Kidderminster & District Branch

Centre full as staff struggle to deal with three times as many rabbits as normal.

The Walt Disney Company helps save real life Bambi¿s at West Hatch, Somerset

Developing courses relevant to laboratory animal welfare and delivering these around the world.

Assessing the state of animal welfare in the UK - read our report

Ethics more important than looks - so say Britain¿s singles

Simple to prepare yet deliciously flavoursome, this dish is ideal for those short of time.

RSPCA Surrey Epsom and District Branch

The nation's single men might be heartened to learn that looks are less important than their ethics.

Working for the welfare of pet animals

Check out some of our free resources to see how they support the RSPCA's Staffy rehoming campaign

Interactive resources

How we aim to improve the welfare of wild animals

How we aim to reduce the suffering of animals used in research

RSPCA Bath Cats and Dogs Home - Bath

A proposed badger cull could end up costing farmers more than an outbreak of bovine TB on their farm

Dealing with difficult issues

A cat has been rescued from under the floorboards of her former home.

Our officer rescues badger as it battles for survival

TV stars Julian Clary and Nigel Havers took time out of their hectic schedules to back our campaign.

RSPCA Shropshire Branch

Science, ethics and animals has been shortlisted for the BESA Education Resource Awards 2011

RSPCA teams up with Chief Fire Officers Association

Staff at our Newport Animal Centre in South Wales have waved a fond farewell to cross-breed Cassie.

Staff at our Newport Animal Centre in South Wales waved a fond farewell to cross-breed Cassie.

The signs of spring are all around sweeping away winter gloom with shoots of green and buds aplenty.

Original and surprising entry wins our animation competition

Shot swan released into the wild

St David's Day on the first of March is a great excuse to choose some delicious Welsh lamb.

Using a cheaper cut doesn't mean you have to sacrifice flavour.

We have issued the following statement about a tragic dog incident.

This deliciously fresh tasting dish just proves that it's worth serving all year round.

A quick-thinking RSPCA Animal Collection Officer (ACO) has been dubbed 'The Darwin Hero'.

There¿s more to volunteering than dog walking and cat cuddling

Want to raise money for the RSPCA? Email us for a fundraising pack.

The humble egg - a staple of our diet and now dubbed a super food.

The humble egg - a staple of our diet and now dubbed a super food.

The humble egg - a staple of our diet and now dubbed a super food.

The humble egg - a staple of our diet and now dubbed a super food.

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Simply Ask - get involved, click here to get involved and request a book of postcards

Want to raise money for the RSPCA? Email us for a fundraising pack.

RSPCA Hull & East Riding Branch

Time is running out!

Two puppies looking for loving new homes

Two young male grey seals have been released back into the wild following rehabilitation.

History of RSCPA Birmingham Animal Hospital

Facilites and Services Information about Birmingham Animal Hospital

Don't forget about animals when you are mixing up your pancake batter.

Information about Birmingham Animal Hospital

Seen a dog you like at Crufts? Do your research before getting one.

The RSPCA is urging people not to forget about animals when making pancake batter.

Find out about what responsible dog ownership entails and common mistakes

Contentious plans for a badger cull in Wales have been given the go ahead.

Find out about the history of our Putney Animal Hospital.

Find out about the facilities and services available at Putney

Find out about the funding and facts of our Putney Animal Hospital.

The history of RSPCA Merthyr Tydfil Animal Clinic

Facilities and Services at RSPCA Merthyr Tydfil Animal Clinic

Actor and director David Morrissey has adopted an RSPCA rescue dog.

Funding and Facts about RSPCA Merthyr Tydfil Animal Clinic

History RSPCA Harmsworth Memorial Animal Hospital.

Facilities and Servies at Harmsworth Memorial Animal Hospital.

Funding & Facilities for RSPCA Harmsworth Memorial Animal Hospital.

History of RSPCA Greater Manchester Animal Hospital

Facilities and Services at RSPCA Greater Manchester Animal Hospital

About RSPCA Greater Manchester Animal Hospital

RSPCA commissioned scientific report

This weekend staff at our Coventry Animal Centre will be spending a night in a kennel.

New group will help organise fundraising events

An introduction to Mallydams Wood

Our wildlife centre is equipped to deal with a variety of wild animals.

Mallydams Wood is a nationally acclaimed centre of excellence for animal welfare education.

Mallydams Wood fantastic fundraising events.

All sorts of wild animals come through our doors, from orphaned seals to injured badgers.

Understanding what happens to wild animals after release is an important part of our work.

Our 55 acre woodland nature reserve provides a fantastic habitat.

Think twice and seek advice as the parents are often just round the corner.

Download social media guidelines and useful factsheets

Lost & found form

Learn about different farming methods and the effect of consumer decisions on animal welfare

Understand about some of the things farm animals give us and our responsibility towards them

This project aims to inspire children and teens to care about the natural world.

A sheep stranded halfway down a 100ft rock face has been rescued by RSPCA inspectors.

Videos and footage featuring RSPCA rescues.

RSPCA Reading with Oxon Border Branch

RSPCA Reading with Oxon Border Branch

RSPCA Reading with Oxon Border Branch

RSPCA Surrey East Branch

RSPCA Surrey East Branch

Our wildlife centre staff treat all sorts of injured wild animals.

Encourage responsible attitudes towards the care and welfare of rabbits

Learn about dogs' needs and the plight of Staffordshire bull terriers

Find out about how to encourage responsible dog ownership

In a new book '50 Campaigns to Shout About' our animal welfare work makes it in at number 43.

RSPCA Sussex East and Hastings Branch

RSPCA Sussex East & Hastings Branch

Fundraising terms and conditions

We have teamed up with organisations in London, to help support dog owners in the capital.

Martin Clunes recommends rehoming a horse from us

Fancy some free food & farming training?

RSPCA staff engaging with ethnic communities

There are three ways you can apply to be a PetRetreat fosterer.

Bonny's promos

RSPCA Essex Havering & Harold Hill Branch

RSPCA Essex Havering & Harold Hill Branch

RSPCA Essex Havering & Harold Hill Branch

RSPCA Essex Havering & Harold Hill Branch

Animal welfare organisations in Japan are reaching out to help people and their animals.

We're celebrating the success of a regional neutering campaign with our ten-thousandth neutered cat.

We're setting up a new partnership arrangement with rehabilitation centres across England and Wales.

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Officers presented with RSPCA Commendations

Basic criteria for PetRetreat online fosterers application form.

Producer - Rachel Rivers - Lawn Farm, Milton Lilbourne, Pewsey, Wilts.

Like a proud mare showing off her new foal, this is where we celebrate what we¿ve achieved.

RSPCA's CAWF awards are open for entries

The Freedom Food mark can be found on indoor-reared, free range and organic chicken products

The Freedom Food Shopping Guide for Chicken

The Freedom Food Shopping Guide for Chicken

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What the wildlife in our care gets up to when we're not watching.

Mallydams has come a long way in the last 50 years. Take a look at our history.

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A pheasant got itself in a flutter after it managed to get stuck behind a car grille for three days.

Tanzi has finally found a new home.

How to clear your browsing history in Internet Explorer (IE).

How to clear your browsing history in Mozilla Firefox.

Rescued dogs rehabilitated and ready for fresh start

How to clear your browsing history in Safari.

How to clear your browsing history in Opera.

How to clear your browsing history in Google Chrome.

Back to cover your tracks online.

European free range egg rumours unfounded.

Freedom Food sponsors BQP Awards

Lamb feedback is vital to welfare improvements

RSPCA Stafford, Wolverhampton & District Branch

Find out what you should do if you need to rehome an unwanted pet.

Tanzi needed a lot of rehabilitation before she could be rehomed.

Tamsyn King has been fostering animals through PetRetreat for three years.

RSPCA supporter Alesha Dixon is urging more people to become PetRetreat fosterers.

In our latest podcast episode we're appealing for more PetRetreat fosterers. Can you help?

Racehorse welfare has to come first

An A to Z of welfare tips for horse owners

We're urgently appealing for more PetRetreat fosterers as demand surges.

Check out our expert blogs for inspirational teaching ideas!

South and South West Local Events

Wales and West Events

White lurcher Rocky came into our care as a stray, he needed a dedicated owner.

Jill Sanders

Our staff, supporters and volunteers who are out there doing great things.

Willow didn't have the best start in life but her future looks much brighter now.

Workman Adam Prince reached hero status in our eyes

Don't forget to make arrangements for your pets when preparing for a holiday or weekend away.

See more of our heroes

Terrier in dramatic five-hour rescue after he was trapped inside a footbridge.

Learn how to use the great outdoors as your classroom!

Cat found 70 miles from home is reunited with owner

Create a Corporate Partnership with the RSPCA

Seek advice this orphan season

Lemon Roast Chicken

Here is a very simple recipe for brunch, a light lunch, or garden barbecues

When you've heard what she has to say, you will definitely think twice about your choice of eggs.

Full list of terms and conditions for Freedom Food Super Hen Children's Competition.

Some facts about hens and their welfare - what they need, what they like and what makes a difference

An otter has been released back into the wild a year after being discovered in an emaciated state.

North events

Nine of the dogs and puppies that were left to die in suitcases had a joyful reunion.

Freedom Food - Hettie The Hen competition

Nine of the dogs and puppies that were left to die in suitcases had a joyful reunion.

Bonny was rescued from a puppy farm by the RSPCA. Read more about her story...

Freedom Food - Hettie The Hen competition

Freedom Food - Hettie The Hen competition

Do you know your free range from your outdoor?

Mallydams Wildlife Centre¿s golden anniversary events success

We are proud to have Her Majesty The Queen as our patron.

The RSPCA teamed up with firefighters to rescue a cow which was stuck in a river

Hettie competition launches in Hamley

We welcome the National Trust's decision to fund badger vaccination on a large area of its land

Find out about the directors at the RSPCA

How farm animals become stranded on cliffs.

Director of communications

Lamb dumped in wheelie bin in Manchester

With an unexpected April heat wave, what better way to celebrate than with a picnic.

Take the stress out of a relaxing past time.

We're appealing for a happy new home for a pair of dogs who just want to be together.

RSPCA Week 2011 is here - and we need your help

Listen to our Mallydams Wood podcast

RSPCA co-sponsors pedigree dog breeding conference in the United States.

How to achieve your target

Places in the London to Paris cycle

Join our RSPCA running team

Campaign for Fairer Fillings

The best pork comes from pigs born and bred in a well-managed outdoor environment.

Cold, cooked meats of the deli counter are perfect for a lovely simple lunch, picnic or sandwich...

In this issue...

Five orphaned ducklings are being raised at our Mallydams Wood Wildlife Centre

Our annual animal welfare figures reveal how you¿ve helped us to help those animals most in need.

Fledgling season at a wildlife centre

We urgently need your help in urging Prime Minister David Cameron to do the right thing.

Celebrating 20,000 Twitter followers

Help stop the government from taking a step back for lab animal welfare.

Director of operations

RSPCA Bath Cats & Dogs Home

Fairer Fillings - why does is mattter

Fairer Fillings - where to buy

Fairer Fillings - what to look for

Fairer Fillings - take action

This year's Farm Animal Week we'll be asking even more people to switch one for welfare.

We're at the start of a journey to improve pet rabbit welfare.

Rabbit Awareness Week runs from 23 to 29 May and this year¿s hot topic is rabbit behaviour.

Look no further than the new section of our site!

Join today and be part of our growing online rabbit community.

We are furious that the government has decided not to ban the use of wild animals in circuses.

New ways to inspire the teaching of animal welfare in the classroom!

We've made another little video of happy bunnies sent in by the public, just in time for Christmas!

Henrietta Green's best ever turkey club sandwich.

In National Sandwich Week the RSPCA is urging us all to choose only fairer fillings.

Find out more about the RSPCA's campaign for fairer fillings

We are delighted that clothing made from real fur will have to be clearly labelled.

Every two minutes someone applied to be a PetRetreat fosterer after we launched a nationwide search.

Launch of our Fairer Fillings campaign

Find out how you can take action.

A lamb found dumped in a wheelie bin in Manchester now has a baaa-rilliant new home!

Enjoy a pet friendly cottage holiday and support the RSPCA!

When the sun decides to shine, you really can't help having that holiday feeling.

We joined The Independent newspaper in handing over a petition to 10 Downing Street.

These low fat, high protein turkey burgers contain naturally sweet grated carrot to keep them moist.

Find out about the latest workshops and training sessions for teachers near you.

A lovely flavourful but light dish for a warm summer day ¿ and quick and easy to make.

Find out who is eligible to be seen at Ealing Clinic

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Find out who is eligible to be seen at Camberwell Clinic

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The RSPCA's position on rabbit agility / show jumping

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Find out why we're inundated with thousands of neglected rabbits every year.

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Our vision is to have a world where all humans respect and live in harmony with the animal kingdom.

Director of income generation

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Run in the London Marathon 2012 for the RSPCA

Letter asking the government to reconsider a ban on the use of wild animals in circuses

Alfie and Poppy

Read our tips for using RSPCA trademarks and copyright materials

Hettie the hen at Hamleys toy shop

10,000 farmers wanted, no experience necessary

National Sandwich Week (15-21 May) was the perfect time to launch the RSPCA Fairer Fillings campaign

Freedom Food marketing manager Liam Kurzeja helped host one of the most recent visits

Margaret Boyde, compliance assessor, is the latest recruit to Freedom Food.

Loch Duart's got something to be proud of....

Enter our curriculum-linked photography competition!

Find out how you can help us prevent the most severe acts of cruelty happening again.

Find out how you can help our work to prevent animal cruelty through education

Rossi is now in a loving new home

We're appealing to dog walkers to take care following a spate of dog deaths in North Yorkshire.

We're urging pet owners not to take their dogs to this year's Appleby Horse Fair.

RSPCA UK short challenges with Discover Adventure

Find out more about Annie, our online virtual assistant.

Tiny cub rehabilitated as centre sees admissions double

RSPCA Northallerton, Thirsk and Dales

RSPCA South Cotswold Branch

Thousands of animals are injured every year due to litter. Find out what you can do to help.

RSPCA apeals to government

RSPCA International has a full agenda within the society sector in 2011.

RSPCA International has a comprehensive programme planned for the agriculture sector in 2011.

It¿s time to enter the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards 2011

63-year-old Carol abseiled 100 feet to help raise money for the RSPCA

Five-year-old Bandit was abandoned in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.

Director of policy

The closing date for this year's RSPCA Good Business Awards has been extended.

RSPCA appeals for information after kittens are dumped in a pub car park

People can buy tickets to new film, Life in a Day, and raise money for the RSPCA at the same time.

Our relationship with animals is among those elements which underpin our cultural identity.

RSPCA Essex South & Southend Branch

There has been a sharp rise in global meat, egg and dairy production in recent years.

Millions of animals are used around the world each year by industry.

Humans and animals around the world depend on healthy, functioning ecosystems.

RSPCA International's work with industry has mainly focused on East Asia and Europe.

RSPCA International has various plans in the environment sector in 2011.

Our proactive country programmes are concentrated in three key regions.

We work with many different agencies at a local, European and global level.

We are always available to offer help and advice to animal welfare organisations overseas.

Twenty groups lobby government for legislation reform

We are in a unique position to collaborate on projects on a consultancy basis.

Sudden rush of fledglings at RSPCA centre

Check out our free new resources!

Watch out for duck families on the road.

RSPCA Reading with Oxon Border Branch

It's vital that pet owners make arrangements for their pets care whilst they are away.

Stacey loves all things political.

Hundreds of animals are suffering as reckless air gun users continue to take pot shots at them.

Last chance to get the government to change its mind on the use of wild animals in circuses.

Helping you and your furry or feathered friends have a spectacular summer - come rain or shine!

Appeal to locals to help with investigation after cats terrifying fall

Every year thousands of animals are injured and killed by litter.

We're supporting a new national campaign against litter.

RSPCA Sussex North Branch

Pupils and staff at Rye College got quite a surprise last week when a baby tawny owl turned up.

We are overjoyed that MPs have listened to the public and backed a ban on wild animals in circuses.

Appeal for information after a swan was found with air gun wounds, in Stoke-on-Trent.

Freedom Food farmers shortlisted for Farmers Weekly Awards

We have been contacted about an allegation of two police dogs left in a vehicle on Sunday, 26 June

Four RSPCA officers undertook an amazing rescue last week when they saved a gannet.

Forget the seaside: ice cream fans in the north-east are heading inland to a farm near Darlington...

Atlantic salmon is the most commonly farmed species in the UK...

Atlantic salmon is the most commonly farmed species in the UK...

Atlantic salmon is the most commonly farmed species in the UK...

Charlotte Britton is part of a team of staff who help care for horses and donkeys.

The launch of our new 24/7 campaign highlights the variety of rescues our inspectors perform.

The first two common seal pups of the season have arrived at our East Winch Wildlife Centre.

Shortlist for Farmers Weekly Awards

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Watch our animation to see what a new EU directive could could mean for lab animals in the UK.

Can you help Honey, our grumpiest cat, find a new home?

RSPCA Guildford & District Branch