Many animals, like dogs, cats, birds, rats, and rabbits, require regular exercise for health and happiness. Exercise helps them maintain a healthy weight, build muscle, and improve cardiovascular health. Lack of exercise can lead to obesity and health problems. Enrichment activities and playtime are vital for their well-being and mental health.
Author: RSPCA Team
Cats Taking The Lead
Cats need exercise, but taking them for walks on a leash may not suit most cats. The RSPCA advises against it because cats are territorial, don't like being constrained, value choice and privacy, and could encounter danger. While some owners have successfully trained their cats, it can be stressful and time-consuming. Consult experts before attempting this.
SPOTLIGHT: Rubic’s Rescue
This post highlights the urgent rescue and care provided to a mother cat, Rubic, and her kittens, emphasizing the importance of timely intervention to prevent fear of humans. Their progress, including socialisation, immunisation, and trust-building is important. We appeal for donations to support the ongoing care and adoption of these animals.
Name One Of Our Kittens!
The South London RSPCA branch offers various ways to support, including recently Ran opportunity to name our rescue kittens. This initiative offers a meaningful and impactful way to contribute. You can name our next kittens!
Does Your Pet Suffer With Hayfever?
Cats and dogs can suffer from hay fever, but they exhibit different symptoms from humans. It often affects their skin, causing excessive scratching, baldness, snoring, itchy/runny eyes, and sensitive paws. To alleviate symptoms, bathe them regularly, wash their bedding, and monitor pollen exposure. Avoid giving medication without a prescription.
Are You Ready For The Law Change For Your Cat?
The RSPCA South London Branch is hosting a free cat microchipping event on June 5th, 2024, from 11am to 3pm at their Tooting charity shop. With the new law requiring cat microchipping, this event offers support and guidance to cat owners. The event is free, but donations are encouraged. Spread the word and join!
Get Your Cat Ready For The Change In The Law
Join us for our free microchipping event in Tooting With the law changing on the 10th June 2024, it's more important than ever to ensure your beloved cats are microchipped. It is a safe and permanent way to identify your cat, ensuring a swift reunion if they ever go astray. You can find out more … Continue reading Get Your Cat Ready For The Change In The Law
How To Tell If A Bird Is Sick Or Injured
A bird's natural instinct is to not show any sign of weakness, in order to help prevent it being targeted by predators. So it’s not always easy to tell if your pet bird or garden visitor is ill or not. By the time a bird begins to display symptoms of illness, it has likely been … Continue reading How To Tell If A Bird Is Sick Or Injured
How To Enrich Your Cat
Indoor cats need mental and physical stimulation. Provide scratching surfaces, cat-friendly plants, sensory activities, vertical spaces, cardboard boxes, and engage in freestyle play. These activities enhance their well-being and happiness. Encourage others with indoor cats to do the same and find more tips in our free downloadable pdf guide.
Attention All Cat Owners!
Attention all cat owners! New laws passed last month and come into effect in June. However many owners still don’t know this is happening.
RSPCA South London - For Every Kind Of Creature 