Gordon Setter Sharwood has won a Guinness World Records title for the most blood donations by a dog, having donated 43 times through Pet Blood Bank UK since 2017. Each donation can save up to four lives, meaning Sharwood has helped save more than 170 dogs.
Polly Pocket, a hedgehog with an oral tumour and severe weight loss, arrived at Happy Quills in February 2025 and had surgery to remove the cancerous growth. Despite later expelling a large tumour mass unaided, she made a full recovery and remains a permanent foster.
Labrador Lifeline Trust warns rescues face a busy summer as owners struggle to find kennel spaces and irresponsible breeders abandon unsold dogs. The charity recently took in three dumped Labradors and an injured puppy, adding to its costs.
Blue Cross in Thirsk is appealing for a home for cats Kovu and Piglet, who have spent almost 150 days in its care, more than five times longer than average. Kovu has a manageable heart murmur, and the bonded pair need a quiet household to settle in.
Border Collie Trust GB outlines its adoption process, from initial application through home visits to matching dogs with families based on temperament. The Staffordshire charity is seeking homes for collies including nervous Billy and shy rescue dog Lassie.
Animal welfare charity Mayhew is bracing for kitten season, having cared for an average of 130 kittens and pregnant cats monthly between May and August in recent years. Head of Operations Lisa Guiney highlights cases like Vi, a young cat rescued with her litter.