Dog owners warned of 'silent killer' as pets could be put at risk in boiling weather

Dog owners warned of 'silent killer' as pets could be put at risk in boiling weather

The RSPCA is warning owners not to even take their dogs on short walks during high temperatures (Image: GETTY)"Most people know that dogs die in hot cars, but the reality is that more than 10 times as many dogs need veterinary treatment for heat-related illness following exercise as for being overheated in cars.

'Skin and bones' dog found wandering on bridle path makes incredible transformation

'Skin and bones' dog found wandering on bridle path makes incredible transformation

Emily was 'skin and bones' when she was found wandering on her own on a bridle path (Image: RSPCA) Sign up for FREE for latest news plus tips to save money and the environment.

Adorable German Shepherd puppies left abandoned in a box over Jubilee weekend

Adorable German Shepherd puppies left abandoned in a box over Jubilee weekend

Poor Truffle (Picture: RSPCA)A pair of black and tan German Shepherd puppies were found abandoned in a cardboard box on the last day of the Jubilee weekend.Poor Truffle, as RSPCA staff have since nicknamed him, and his sibling were left in a box by the cricket pitch at Seven Kings Park, Ilford.

‘Heartbreaking choice’: families forced to give up dogs and cats as Australia’s rental crisis bites

‘Heartbreaking choice’: families forced to give up dogs and cats as Australia’s rental crisis bites

In states where landlords are free to always refuse pets, “people are turning up with broken hearts”, said the RSPCA South Australia spokesperson, Carolyn Jones.

Teenager on E-scooter grabs pigeon from a tree before trying to rip wings off in attack

Teenager on E-scooter grabs pigeon from a tree before trying to rip wings off in attack

A passer-by witnessed the attack as he was walking along Sandpiper Close in Walthamstow, east London, at about 11.30am on Sunday, June 5.He saw the teenager on a silver scooter attack the bird, stayed with the injured pigeon and reported it to the RSPCA.Animal Rescue Officers (AROs) arrived at the scene shortly afterwards and could see the terrified bird hiding behind a fence near the tree with a badly broken wing.

Two tiny puppies dumped in cardboard box in park during Jubilee in heartbreaking scenes

Two tiny puppies dumped in cardboard box in park during Jubilee in heartbreaking scenes

Two tiny puppies dumped in cardboard box in park during Jubilee in heartbreaking scenes.Truffle is fighting for his life at a veterinary hospital (Image: RSPCA)"He contacted us and went back to the park to check on them but, sadly, the second puppy had already died.

Campaigners call for tougher controls on dog ownership 'As easy as buying crisps'

Campaigners call for tougher controls on dog ownership 'As easy as buying crisps'

Comparing bad dog owners to bad parents, RSPCA vicepresident Chris said dogs should be kept on leads following a spate of horror attacks, including one outside his partner's home.

Dog owners warned as vet releases horror images of 11-year-old pet's teeth

Dog owners warned as vet releases horror images of 11-year-old pet's teeth

The RSPCA encourages owners to start teeth cleaning when their dog is a puppy and brush their teeth everyday so they are used to it.

Dog who 'loves everyone' looking for new owners after being 'bullied' in last home

Dog who 'loves everyone' looking for new owners after being 'bullied' in last home

Roderick was 'bullied' by another dog in his last home (Image: RSPCA) Sign up for FREE for latest news plus tips to save money and the environment.The one-year-old American Bulldog crossbreed is on the RSPCA's 'special' animals list (Image: RSPCA)Roderick is looking for a new owner who has experience of large dogs.

Five whimpering puppies found dumped in box in park by shocked member of the public

Five whimpering puppies found dumped in box in park by shocked member of the public

The puppies were found in Heathervale Recreation Ground in New Haw, Addlestone, last Monday (Image: RSPCA)Ms Kitchin added: “Our centres are full to bursting at the moment and, sadly, we’ve seen an increase in the number of animals coming into our care.

Horror as dog found 'collapsed in pool of blood' in garden after fight as RSPCA rescue pup

Horror as dog found 'collapsed in pool of blood' in garden after fight as RSPCA rescue pup

A dog has been rescued after being found 'collapsed in a pool of blood' in a West Yorkshire garden (Image: RSPCA)"He had a total of eight open, bloodied wounds which all needed cleaning and stitching under anaesthetic.

Heartbreak for rescue dog 'back at square one' after 2 homes fall through and 500-day wait

Heartbreak for rescue dog 'back at square one' after 2 homes fall through and 500-day wait

Poor Charlie has been waiting for a forever home for almost 500 days (Image: RSPCA) The RSPCA is hoping it will be third time lucky for the five-year-old crossbreed (Image: RSPCA)“He’s come such a long way from the scared and nervous dog he was when he arrived at the centre back in January 2021.

Trio of ‘small but mighty’ chihuahuas search for home together

Trio of ‘small but mighty’ chihuahuas search for home together

RSPCA staff hope the three ‘feisty’ pups won’t need to be split up and can be rehomed together (Picture: RSPCA)Tiffany added: ‘They are very feisty and they need owners who can help manage their behaviour.

Rescue dog lasts just two days in new home before being sent back to shelter

Rescue dog lasts just two days in new home before being sent back to shelter

A RESCUE dog has been sent back to the RSPCA shelter it came from after just two days in his new home.Fidget was sent back to a shelter after just two days in his new home (Image: RSPCA) Sign up for FREE for latest news plus tips to save money and the environment.

Elderly rescue dog struggling in kennels desperate to find loving retirement home

Elderly rescue dog struggling in kennels desperate to find loving retirement home

Daisy is struggling with life in a kennel at the Hillfield Animal Home (Image: RSPCA).

Terrier who’s spent most of his life in kennels let down on rehoming day

Terrier who’s spent most of his life in kennels let down on rehoming day

‘He’s incredibly intelligent and picks up new things very quickly’ (Picture: RSPCA)Sarah said: ‘Cody is such a fabulous little dog, and he’ll thrive in the right home.

Rescue dog has his bags packed but nowhere to go

Rescue dog has his bags packed but nowhere to go

Sadly, in the 10 months Dude has been waiting for a new home, he’s only had one application that didn’t work out as Dude found it difficult to bond with the wider family.

Lonely dog has had zero viewings after 150 days in a shelter

Lonely dog has had zero viewings after 150 days in a shelter

Poor Skye has a leg deformity which the charity think might put some people off (Picture: RSPCA)The RSPCA has launched a heartfelt appeal to find a new home for Skye, a three-year-old dog who has spent more than 150 days at one of their centres – yet still hasn’t had one viewing.

Secrets of the cat walk: why some pet owners are taking their feline friends out on a leash

Secrets of the cat walk: why some pet owners are taking their feline friends out on a leash

Vet nurse Nina Gibbins is teaching her two-year-old Burmese cat Summer to walk on a lead.Vet nurse Nina Gibbins has been diligently trying to teach her two-year-old Burmese cat Summer to walk on a lead.

Adorable cat family rescued from house guttering - mum gives birth to five kittens

Adorable cat family rescued from house guttering - mum gives birth to five kittens

The mother, named Storm had five kittens (Image: RSPCA) Sign up for FREE for latest news plus tips to save money and the environment.