The death of a swan from dog bites has sparked an appeal for information from the RSPCA and a warning for dogs to be kept on a lead when near wildlife. When a concerned walker spotted an injured swan in the water at Taff’s Mead Embankment in  March, they called the RSPCA for help. RSPCA Inspector Darren Oakley said:  “The swan had blood on his neck and head, and had been swimming around with his neck tucked into his body,…

The RSPCA’s Bryn-y-Maen Branch is inviting pet-owners to get involved with a Home Pet Show this Howl-o-ween to raise money for animals in need. Families and their pets are being encouraged to take part to make up for the absence of Trick or Treating this year. All animals are welcome in the five online classes, including Wise Wizards, Pumpkin-Spiced Baby, Tricks and Treats and Howloween Pets. There is also an art class for budding photographers, crafters and artists. People can…

With an estimated 122% increase in complaints received by the RSPCA over the last five years, a premium on pedigree animals could be behind the rise. Competitions such as Crufts showcase purebred dogs from a variety of breeds but a lack of awareness on the part of those looking to buy an animal may be helping to boost the trade in trafficking. Andrew Bucher, Chief Veterinary Officer at MedicAnimal, the UK’s leading online pet healthcare retailer, said: “While Crufts and…

A new ethical food label – assured by the RSPCA – has been launched in a bid to help improve the lives of a further 100 million farm animals, plus many millions of farmed salmon and trout, in the next five years. As reported in The Grocer the RSPCA Assured label replaces the RSPCA’s Freedom Food mark on eggs, meat, dairy products and fish sold in supermarkets and shops throughout the UK.   The new label makes it easy to find products…