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Scared, starving, suffering

Jack and Poppy’s visible ribs and bleeding skin reflected the terrible suffering they’d endured for months. Our Inspector recalls they “were in a tragic state and one of the saddest sights I’d seen”. They were found in filthy conditions, with no food or water, huddled together. Our animal rescuers carried the puppies as they were unable to walk.

Our expert vets provided the urgent treatment these puppies desperately needed, and thankfully they made a full recovery. But this Christmas, many more animals urgently need our help.

Please help rescue more suffering animals like Jack and Poppy. Please donate £3 a month.

Ribcage showing on a rescued dog that was suffering neglect.
Jack and Poppy suffered for months

On Christmas Day, we receive over 700 calls about animals suffering*

Right now, too many animals are facing the worst times of their lives. That’s why we can’t stop for Christmas. Together, we will rescue suffering animals and give them the urgent care they need. For many animals, the RSPCA is their only hope and you can help make sure we’re there for more dogs like Jack and Poppy.

This Christmas, every gift you give the RSPCA will make a life-changing difference. Please donate £3 a month now.

*Source: RSPCA's cruelty line

Two dogs looking healthy and happy sitting outside on the grass
Free from suffering

Your gift will save lives

Animal suffering won’t stop for Christmas, and neither will we. Our dedicated teams work tirelessly to ensure no animal is left behind. Keeping our rescue teams on the road and providing vital medical care costs money. We rely on your generosity to make this possible. With your support, we can bring joy and safety to more animals like Jack and Poppy this Christmas.

*Based on RSPCA 2023 accounts.

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