The bond between a young person and an animal is far more than a happy childhood memory. It is a relationship that teaches, comforts and shapes us – and the benefits last a lifetime.
Growing Up Together: Animals, Youth and a Lifetime of Lessons Read More »
Every animal deserves a comfortable environment to rest, play, and recover. To this end, we are embarking on a kennel upgrade to create safer, warmer, and calmer spaces where vulnerable animals can heal while waiting for a second chance.
Your support means the world to an animal in need Read More »
Every April, animal welfare organisations around the world unite to shine a light on one of the most pressing issues facing our communities: animal cruelty.
April is Prevention of Animal Cruelty Month – How You Can Make a Difference Read More »
March is Pet Poison Prevention Month – a timely reminder of just how many dangers lurk in places we least expect. This month, we’re turning our attention to poisonous plants, and the surprising number of common garden and indoor varieties that can cause serious harm to our pets. Read this month’s edition here.
March-ing ahead at the JSPCA Read More »
Animal ownership requires commitment, care, and responsibility As February is the month of love, we’re reminded that true love means commitment, care, and responsibility, especially when it comes to our animal companions. In this issue, we look at pet sterilisation – what it involves and why it benefits your animal. Read this month’s newsletter here
February is the month of love Read More »
We look at heatstroke in pets, some common sense advice on how to
minimise heat-related risks and why some dogs tolerate heat better
than others.
How to handle the heat Read More »
The festive season is often the most dismal of seasons for animals. Sadly, each year, many pets are surrendered, abandoned, abused or go missing during fireworks or storms. This time of year, we generally see a spike at our kennels and our Inspectors have their hands full dealing with all sorts of emergencies. We share
Let’s make this a festive season for all Read More »
Dogs are remarkably attuned to human emotions. When we’re stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, they feel it too.
Stress and how tennis balls can help! Read More »
Dogs and cats hear much better than humans do. Their ears can pick up sounds that we can’t even detect, which means fireworks are incredibly loud and painful for them. What sounds like a distant boom to us feels like an overwhelming explosion right next to their ears. The noise is so intense that it genuinely hurts and scares them.
Why fireworks season is a nightmare for animals Read More »
Spring has arrived and, for many of us,
this means sneezing and runny eyes. Dodogs also suffer from hay fever?
The answer is yes. In this edition, we look at hay fever in dogs.
Do dogs get hay fever? Read More »
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