Volunteers from UK Power Networks spent two days at Buttercups Sanctuary for Goats in Kent, mucking out stables, laying bedding and repairing sheds. The sanctuary, the UK's only charity dedicated exclusively to goats, cares for more than 140 animals on site.

This feature follows a typical day for a rescued Collie at Border Collie Trust, from morning feeding and walks through training sessions and rest. It shows how staff use exercise and obedience work to build the Collie's confidence while it awaits a new home.

Redwings Horse Sanctuary is urging the public to visit its free centres, sponsor an Adoption Star, or donate to help care for the more than 1,300 rescued horses, ponies and donkeys in its charge. The charity relies entirely on public donations.

Deanshanger Hedgehog Rescue, which takes in around 250 hedgehogs a year, says it is being forced to turn away sick animals due to lack of space and is campaigning for a larger 'Hogspital'. The charity is raising funds through GoFundMe to expand capacity for hedgehogs and other small mammals.

Journalist Adam Read reports on Sunshine Animal Refuge Agadir, founded by Michele Augsburger, which cares for around 1,100 dogs and 200 cats amid Morocco's stray animal crisis. The charity relies on donations as it battles funding pressures and culling practices.

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.