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Coun Gordon Stewart.

Animal welfare team given RSPCA platinum stamp of approval

Five-year-old crossbreed Gina.

RSPCA reveals reports of summer cruelty in county on the rise

The two neglected dogs found abandoned near Felton. Photo: Northumberland County Council.

Plea for information after two badly neglected dogs found

Gull admissions to wildlife rescue centres peak in June.

Wildlife rescue organisations highlight risks at peak time for gull admissions

Vera and Duchess.

RSPCA launches rehoming appeal for two long-stay dogs

Pictures taken by the RSPCA at the property at The Close in Seghill.

Life animal ban for woman who left her pets to starve to death

An RSPCA rescuer.

RSPCA searches for new animal rescue officers

When is it too cold to walk your dog? (Photo: Christopher Furlong/Getty Images)

When it's too cold to walk your dog as Met Office issues warnings

Blankets will be distributed through the RSPCA’s Pet Food Bank Partnership.

Crafting comfort call to support pets in need

One of the many animals rescued by the RSPCA currently looking for a home in Northumberland is petite Husky cross, Nebula.

"Animals are starving behind closed doors": RSPCA warns of rise in pet neglect

Coun Gordon Stewart.

Animal welfare team receives RSPCA platinum stamp of approval
Animal welfare officers in Northumberland have been awarded a prestigious accolade from the RSPCA for their work with stray dogs.
Andrew Coulson

Elizabeth Perrin (Date of birth: 04.08.1972), of Thorncliffe Avenue, and Trevor Hague, (date of birth: 22.03.1973) of Town Lane, both Dukinfield, Greater Manchester, were prosecuted after an RSPCA inquiry.

Cruel pet owner whacks two dogs with spade and yells 'next one'

A trapped gull at a property in Blyth was saved by Northumberland Fire and Rescue Team.

RSPCA issue warning after two incidents of gulls being trapped in netting

The injured gannet at Druridge Bay.

Gannet rescued by RSPCA after getting ‘hooked’ by angling tackle

Around 10 chickens have been found dumped in the area since 2013.

The RSPCA respond to reports of injured chickens being dumped in the area

Of the animals commonly found in domestic gardens, hedgehog admissions last year were the highest of any wild animal at 2,275.

RSPCA urge residents to create wildlife 'safe havens' after a 35% surge in cases

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Warning over ingredients you should never feed your dog on Pancake Day

Research suggests that eight out of 10 dogs find it hard to be left on their own.

The 10 dog breeds that are most prone to this common condition

Some common human foods can prove deadly to our dogs.

The 9 dangerous foods that you should never feed your dog

The puppies are lifted from the caravan.

Watch: Police find 35 puppies and a dog living in an abandoned caravan

Otto the cat being rescued from a 40 feet-tall tree by Knighton Countryside Management in Weymouth, Dorset.

Heartwarming moment terrified cat gets rescued by workmen

RSPCA fear pet abandonment is on the rise. Picture: RSPCA.

RSPCA reveals shocking increase of pet abandonment over Christmas

Aaron shaking his dog Kinder.

Watch: 'Aggressive’ dog owner hits and shakes ‘six-month-old’ puppy

Tia, eight-month-old bull dog breed, was starved and is now at a healthy weight ready to be rehomed.

Woman receives a six month dog ban after starving a puppy for two months

This kitten with an eye condition was found in the Bedlington area by a member of the public who rushed the feline to a nearby vets for treatment. No owner has been identified and the feline will be rehomed once rehabilitated.

RSPCA appeal to public to help abandoned pets

Video footage released by South Yorkshire Police showed Russel's dogs scrambling for water. The bathroom is filthy and appears to be covered in faeces.

Watch: Abandoned dehydrated dogs drink continuously for minutes

Northumberland County Council animal welfare team have been awarded for their work with stray dogs.

Council given platinum award for work with stray dogs

Bella was starved to death, and found to have chewed up toothbrushes in stomach, after RSPCA found her body

Chewed up toothbrushes found in stomach of starved dog
Distressing video shows the moment when an RSPCA officer found the body of a starved dog - with chewed up toothbrushes in her stomach - wrapped in an old duvet.
Lucinda Herbert

Distressing video shows a Husky being abused by two men, which has led to both receiving a lifetime ban on keeping dogs by the RSPCA.

Dog owner's "horrific" abuse is caught in distressing CCTV footage

Bulldog Biscuit visibly cowers on the CCTV footage as owner Cameron Brunning subjects her to a series of assaults.

Distressing CCTV shows thug kicking defenceless puppy in a lift

Northumberland baby hedgehog cruelty incident.

RSPCA reveals more than 250 animal abuse reports in county so far this year

A rescue officer saved a badger from a 10ft disused lime kiln in Shilbottle in March.

RSPCA celebrates 200th birthday and rallies supporters for their new movement

Kirsty and Mishka.

RSPCA inspector to walk 100km in memory of her cat who defied the odds

112 pet rats have been rescued by the RSPCA from one ammonia soaked room at Lancashire property with no food or water

Video: 112 pet rats rescued after being trapped in room with no food

Protesters pasting over the royal portrait (Photo: Animal Rising/Supplied)

Video shows King Charles' portrait being vandalised by protesters

Vet prescription fees could be capped as CMA launches an investigation

An abandoned dog that starred in TV ad for an Omaze house winner has won his own home - and been adopted after 300 days in care.

Rescue pup's TV cameo gets him fur-ever home after 300 day wait

Puzzle the puppy, who was thrown from a car at just a few days old.

Meet the miracle pup who survived after being hurled from a car

Daisy after her treatment.

Toothless cat in need of a new home after rescue in Northumberland

Sophie Green and her dog, Pepper, the star of her winning photograph. (Photo by Sophie Green)

Teenager's photo wins top prize after a public vote

The rescued badger. Picture: RSPCA

Badger is rescued by the RSPCA after falling down lime kiln

Pepper can be quite shy around other dogs but the exception seems to be her friend Mabel.

Vote online for teen’s puppy pictures

Hunter the husky is hoping to find the right home for him.

Partially-sighted dog seeks a special home

Lucas Slim-Fitzpatrick has been jailed after he was caught dragging his XL bully behind his electric scooter. (Credit: SWNS)

Man jailed for dragging XL bully behind electric scooter

The man had denied being in the area at the time, but he and the dog were recorded on a doorbell camera (RSPCA/SWNS)

Jail for abusive owner filmed dragging XL bully behind scooter
Luna had been abused multiple times starting when she was just a 10-week-old puppy, the RSPCA said
Amber Allott

Encourage children to dispose of their litter correctly. Photo: Adobe

Going Green: It’s never too early to start litter picking

Cranberry was released at St Mary's Lighthouse after being nursed back to health. (Photo by Tynemouth Seal Hospital)

Stranded seal pup is released back into the wild

Apollo has been waiting a year to find a new home

UK's loneliest dog: Big dog with big heart waiting a year for new home

The RSPCA is this year backing Guinea Pig Awareness Week, as it deals with a big spike in the tiny critters coming through its doors (RSPCA/Supplied)

Breaking RSPCA centres jam-packed with 'cruelly abandoned' guinea pigs

Coun Gordon Stewart.

Animal welfare team receives RSPCA platinum stamp of approval

The RSPCA received 215 reports of cruelty to dogs in Northumberland in 2022.

RSPCA statistics highlight county's dog cruelty issue

The four women enjoy getting active together on their days off.

RSPCA inspectors going the distance for animal welfare

The RSPCA has returned a female swan to be with her partner and cygnets after she was treated for wing injuries following an attack by two teenagers who were seen stabbing her with sticks.

RSPCA blast cruel teens who stabbed swan protecting cygnets

The RSPCA has appealed for dashcam footage after a van reportedly ploughed into a flock of geese

RSPCA appeal for information after geese run over by van

Pepper was found ‘extremely matted'

‘Extremely matted’ dog found abandoned in UK city

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