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A new survey reveals that more than four out of five shoppers in the South West think labelling is important Consumers are being denied the chance to make informed choices about the food they eat, and the UK Government must act by introducing mandatory labelling on all animal products, according...
Cats are just the most extraordinary animals. Just being around them can bring blood pressure down and lead to less stress (unless one has a serious allergy). There is some evidence to suggest that cat owners may experience certain health benefits that could contribute to a longer life, although it's...
The RSPB has issued an apology following its use of the term "liars" in reference to government officials regarding their environmental policies. The prominent conservation organisation in the UK expressed its "frustration" on X, previously known as Twitter, and directed strong criticism towards Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Housing Secretary Michael...
More than 1,100 dogs are reported to have undergone a cruel and unnecessary procedure of having their ears cropped in the last three years, new figures from the RSPCA shows. The animal welfare charity is releasing the figures as part of its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign - to raise awareness about how...
Could the next winner of the RSPCA photography awards be from the South? Talented young photographers from the South of England will again be aiming to land the top spots in the RSPCA Young Photographer Awards.  As the 2023 deadline for entries looms, the RSPCA is calling on young southern photographers to...
Charity releases data on sickening use of weapons targeting wildlife and pets Lethal weapons including crossbows, air guns, catapults and slingshots are being used to deliberately target and kill wildlife and pets, new data from the RSPCA reveals. The animal charity has unveiled shocking new figures relating to deadly weapons used...
New figures reveal 200 cat cruelty reports made to RSPCA in Dorset last year  Heartbreaking figures released today by the RSPCA as part of its Cancel Out Cruelty campaign have revealed 200 cat cruelty complaints were made in Dorset last year. Nationally, last year, there were almost 18,000 cat cruelty complaints* reported to...
In an effort to help improve nature connectivity, the brand new Bushcraft Bus brings bushcraft to your back door! Shocked by the news that the UK ranked lowest in a European study for nature connectivity the Bushcraft Bus was founded, offering nature-focused bushcraft skills sessions for schools, campsites, birthday events...
It’s that time of year where we all enjoy being outdoors and exploring Dorset’s spectacular countryside and green parks - a time to really look after your wellbeing. We can still enjoy all that Dorset has to offer and make the most of being outdoors in our countryside, but there...
Animal Kindness Index reveals 86% in the South West have acted to help animals The RSPCA has just published a new regional animal kindness league table which shows how the different regions compare when it comes to animal compassion - and the charity has revealed how people in the South...