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Leaving windows open isn’t enough to ensure pets stay cool on hot days | Adobe Stock

'Dogs die in hot cars': What to do if you see a dog in a hot car

Elizabeth Perrin (Date of birth: 04.08.1972), of Thorncliffe Avenue, and Trevor Hague, (date of birth: 22.03.1973) of Town Lane, both Dukinfield, Greater Manchester, were prosecuted after an RSPCA inquiry.

Cruel pet owner whacks two dogs with spade and yells 'next one'

These cats at the RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield centre are all looking for a family.

Purr-fect home: Meet the cats and kittens at the RSPCA Wakefield branch

Some ingredients we use for pancakes can be dangerous to dogs.

Warning over ingredients you should never feed your dog on Pancake Day

The RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch has thanked the community for their support towards its #SaveOurCentre appeal.

RSPCA Wakefield branch shares update on #SaveOurCentre fundraising appeal

The RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch has launched a new, urgent appeal named '#SaveOurCentre'.

#SaveOurCentre: RSPCA Wakefield branch launches urgent appeal

Research suggests that eight out of 10 dogs find it hard to be left on their own.

The 10 dog breeds that are most prone to this common condition

The pair were prosecuted by the RSPCA after their neglected American bulldog Eric was discovered in their house in Pine Street, Pontefract, in June last year.

Distressing images: Pontefract couple let dog suffer with 'worst skin condition'

Some common human foods can prove deadly to our dogs.

The 9 dangerous foods that you should never feed your dog

When is it too cold to walk your dog? (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

Watch: This is when pet experts say it’s too cold to walk your dog

The puppies are lifted from the caravan.

Watch: Police find 35 puppies and a dog living in an abandoned caravan

A fox cub needed a helping hand from an RSPCA rescuer after she got her paws stuck between the slats of a wooden garden chair in Surrey.

Deer trapped between two walls voted most daring RSPCA rescue of 2024

Otto the cat being rescued from a 40 feet-tall tree by Knighton Countryside Management in Weymouth, Dorset.

Heartwarming moment terrified cat gets rescued by workmen

Aaron shaking his dog Kinder.

Watch: 'Aggressive’ dog owner hits and shakes ‘six-month-old’ puppy

The RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch are hosting a Christmas market this weekend.

RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield to host family fun festive market this weekend

Video footage released by South Yorkshire Police showed Russel's dogs scrambling for water. The bathroom is filthy and appears to be covered in faeces.

Watch: Abandoned dehydrated dogs drink continuously for minutes
Footage shows dehydrated dogs drinking continuously from a tap for minutes after they were abandoned by a woman, who later threatened to stab “anyone who tries to take her babies”.
Kirsty Hamilton

The RSPCA is looking for nature lovers across Wakefield this autumn.

RSPCA seeks nature lovers across Wakefield to become Wildlife Friends volunteers

Nine-year-old Muffin was found by a member of the public in their garden in Allerton Bywater and her owners were traced after an appeal on social media.

Cat survives multiple airgun shootings in Castleford

The new figures have been released by the RSPCA as part of its No Animal Deserves Cruelty summer appeal.

RSPCA announces that dog cruelty is on the rise in Wakefield and Dewsbury

The dog was found with a bag containing a brick and dumbbell tied around its neck, the RSPCA said

Dog deliberately drowned in Wakefield river with weights

Bella was starved to death, and found to have chewed up toothbrushes in stomach, after RSPCA found her body

Chewed up toothbrushes found in stomach of starved dog

Distressing video shows a Husky being abused by two men, which has led to both receiving a lifetime ban on keeping dogs by the RSPCA.

Dog owner's "horrific" abuse is caught in distressing CCTV footage

Bulldog Biscuit visibly cowers on the CCTV footage as owner Cameron Brunning subjects her to a series of assaults.

Distressing CCTV shows thug kicking defenceless puppy in a lift

Gilana Milner, 19, was working in an animal rescue centre when dog Hugo lunged at her while she was changing his water bowl. (SWNS)

Wakefield teen 'lucky to be alive after 50kg XL bully mauled her chest and leg

Leaving windows open isn’t enough to ensure pets stay cool on hot days | Adobe Stock

Warning to motorists over dogs in hot cars

The RSPCA has launched an appeal for families looking for a pet to adopt instead of buy.

RSPCA launches urgent adoption appeal as rehoming centres hit 'breaking point’

112 pet rats have been rescued by the RSPCA from one ammonia soaked room at Lancashire property with no food or water

Video: 112 pet rats rescued after being trapped in room with no food
Video footage above shows one rat hiding behind a radiator as others run loose during RSPCA raid.
Emma Downey

Protesters pasting over the royal portrait (Photo: Animal Rising/Supplied)

Video shows King Charles' portrait being vandalised by protesters

The RSPCA is thanking volunteers across the region as part of National Volunteers' Week.

RSPCA thanks Wakefield volunteers as part of Volunteers' Week

The RSPCA is looking for volunteers across Wakefield to become a Wildlife Friend.

RSPCA calls for more volunteers to become Wildlife Friends across Wakefield

Vet prescription fees could be capped as CMA launches an investigation

An abandoned dog that starred in TV ad for an Omaze house winner has won his own home - and been adopted after 300 days in care.

Rescue pup's TV cameo gets him fur-ever home after 300 day wait

Puzzle the puppy, who was thrown from a car at just a few days old.

Meet the miracle pup who survived after being hurled from a car

The bottle had been thrown away on land near the River Calder at Fall Ings Road.

Distressing image: Trapped mouse found dead inside soft drink bottle

Charlotte Lister is calling for people with a love for nature to sign up for the RSPCA’s Wildlife Friends initiative.

RSPCA volunteer urges people across Wakefield to take action for wildlife

Four-year-old Zeus has spent over 500 at the RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield's centre in East Ardsley.

RSPCA Wakefield launches appeal to rehome dog who has spent 500 days at centre

Underneath all of the rubble, some of Old Park Farm original features remain.

Inside Wakefield's abandoned farm - that was a Harry Potter filming location

A new charity shop raising funds for the RSPCA Leeds, Wakefield & District Branch will open in Wakefield tomorrow.

New RSPCA charity shop to open in Wakefield city centre tomorrow

Here are all the pets at the RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch looking for their forever home.

Meet 14 animals available for adoption at the RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield ranchb

Lucas Slim-Fitzpatrick has been jailed after he was caught dragging his XL bully behind his electric scooter. (Credit: SWNS)

Man jailed for dragging XL bully behind electric scooter

The man had denied being in the area at the time, but he and the dog were recorded on a doorbell camera (RSPCA/SWNS)

Jail for abusive owner filmed dragging XL bully behind scooter

Encourage children to dispose of their litter correctly. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: It’s never too early to start litter picking

Apollo has been waiting a year to find a new home

UK's loneliest dog: Big dog with big heart waiting a year for new home

Staffie cross, Zeus, is said to be "losing his spark" after spending over a year in the Wakefield animal centre.

RSPCA Wakefield branch appeal to rehome dog who has been at centre for 360 days

The RSPCA are appealing for families to adopt pets currently in their centres following concerns about increased capacity challenges.

'We're well on our way to a crisis point' RSPCA launch Adoptober campaign

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

Should the American XL Bully breed be banned?

The dogs banned in UK as call for American XL Bully to be added to the list

Could you offer terminally ill Zeta a loving home?

Urgent appeal for end of life foster home for cancer-stricken Zeta

The RSPCA have appealed for donations after new statistics revelaed a 25 per cent increase in cruelty against cats.

RSPCA highlights anti-abuse campaign after dramatic increase in cruelty to cats

The RSPCA Leeds and Wakefield branch welcomed Love Island star and animal advocate, Faye Winter to their 'meet an animal' day.

RSPCA Wakefield welcomes Love Island star to animal awareness day

The RSPCA has returned a female swan to be with her partner and cygnets after she was treated for wing injuries following an attack by two teenagers who were seen stabbing her with sticks.

RSPCA blast cruel teens who stabbed swan protecting cygnets

The harmless bright orange snake was found on a Northern service travelling between Shipley and Leeds on Saturday, with some reports saying the reptile had been spotted in a bin onboard.

Mystery surrounds how snake came to be found on West Yorkshire train

The RSPCA has appealed for dashcam footage after a van reportedly ploughed into a flock of geese

RSPCA appeal for information after geese run over by van

Pepper was found ‘extremely matted'

‘Extremely matted’ dog found abandoned in UK city

A four-month-old kitten is believed to have been thrown out with household rubbish with his legs ‘deliberately broken’.

Kitten with broken legs ‘thrown out with household rubbish’

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