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Blue Cross disappointed by government’s response to dangerous dogs report

Blue Cross is disappointed by the government’s response to the Efra report on dangerous dogs, released on Monday 28 January 2018.

Time’s almost up to nominate your heroic pet

There are only a few weeks left for people with inspirational pets to nominate their furry friend for the Blue Cross Medal 2019.

Pony left to die in a ditch

An abandoned young cob who nearly died after becoming trapped in a ditch is now being rehabilitated by Blue Cross. Read Boggy's story here.

Rescue dog transforms the lives of struggling teenagers

Rescue dog Vader turns lives around — providing emotional support, confidence and healing for teens struggling with mental health and education.

The gift of love is the very best of all for Bandit

Abused cat puts his ghost of Christmas past behind him

Once a sad, abused kitten, Rupert is now thriving—triple in size and full of joy—ready to enjoy his second Christmas with Nala, Binky, and Molly.

Every day is Christmas Day for Prim now

Blue Cross film honours animal war heroes

Blue Cross marks the Armistice centenary with a poignant film honouring the vital role animals played in WWI and conflicts since.

Blue Cross calls on government to do more to regulate fireworks

On 30 Oct 2018, Blue Cross joined charities urging the government to review fireworks laws due to harm to animals, children, and vulnerable people.

Hold your horses: do your research before buying a horse online

Blue Cross is warning of the dangers of purchasing a horse online after our research revealed safety concerns – especially for inexperienced owners.

Pony saved from the backseat of a car thrives in new home

Blue Cross urges government to act on dangerous dog report

Blue Cross welcomes a new report calling for an independent review of the Dangerous Dogs Act and research into breed ban effectiveness.

Blue Cross reunites newborn kittens with their mum

Five newborn kittens, left alone after their mum was abandoned in a flat, survived after Blue Cross helped reunite them with her just in time.

Kind supporter leaves legacy to Blue Cross

A kind animal-lover, whose life was transformed by a Blue Cross rescue dog, will help many more pets in need through a generous gift left in his Will.

Please, sir - can we have some love? Puppies Oliver and Twist need homes

Two puppies found crammed into a horse feed bucket, starving and filthy, are now on the mend at Blue Cross and are looking for new homes.

Blue Cross appoints UK's first Pet Poet Laureate

Blue Cross has appointed the UK's first ever Pet Poet Laureate to celebrate the impact that animals have on people's lives. Read more today.

Heatwave agony for flat-faced pets

Blue Cross is warning owners of flat-faced dogs to keep them cool after emergency cases of heatstroke in these breeds were admitted to our animal hospitals.

Charity calls for compulsory microchipping of cats to prevent families losing them forever

Blue Cross urges compulsory cat microchipping to help reunite lost pets with their owners, prevent heartbreak, and improve feline welfare in the UK.

Blue Cross calls for compulsory cat microchipping

Nearly 25% of cats Blue Cross took in as strays in 2017 were likely owned pets, leaving hundreds of UK families grieving missing companions.

Blue Cross rejects calls for a ban on Staffordshire bull terriers

Blue Cross has today (Monday 16 July) united with other dog organisations to reject calls for a ban on Staffordshire bull terriers.