October is Adoptober, encouraging pet adoption and fostering amid overwhelming numbers of unwanted animals in rescue centers. Potential adopters should assess their lifestyle, budget, and home environment before adopting. RSPCA South London offers assistance in matching pets with suitable families.
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Superhero Status Through Your Shop
Buying pre-loved items in South London supports local animals and reduces waste. There are three shops offering a range of goods, plus online shopping options and events. Donations are welcome, especially before Christmas.
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.
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.
Rubbish! Listen To David Attenborough
David Attenborough’s Blue Planet shed light on the harm of plastic on wildlife. Here's our top 5 plastic items that we see harming animals and what you can do about it.
RSPCA South London - For Every Kind Of Creature 