Scottish SPCA

The Scottish SPCA is appealing to the public to donate wet dog food to help the Edinburgh and Lothians Animal Rescue and Rehoming Centre.

Scottish SPCA appeals for dog food Gary Flockhart

Even leaving your dog in the car for a few minutes can be harmful.

The laws on dogs in hot cars and what to do to help David Hepburn

Lottie and Mabel, who inspired Scottish SPCA staff to take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk.

Rescue dogs inspire Scottish SPCA staff to take on Edinburgh Kiltwalk Anna Bryan

A flock of ducklings were rescued from the M80 on Friday morning.

Six ducklings rescued from central reserve of busy motorway Anna Bryan

The otter was found strangled by fishing line in the reservoir at Tweedsmuir in the Scottish Borders

Otter's horrific death prompts warning to Scottish anglers Stephen Wilkie

Maverick could have hopped on the lorry at any one of the 8 stops.

Mystery over stowaway cat 'Maverick' who toured Scotland in delivery van Scott McCartney

The Scottish SPCA are urging animal lovers to consider adopting a ferret.

Furry ferrets in need of a loving home in Edinburgh Anna Bryan

Dexter is back on dry land in the safe hands of the Scottish SSPCA.

VIP helicopter flight home from North Sea oil platform for wandering cat Dexter Stephen Wilkie

'Cheeky' the cat has now been reunited with his owner Jim, after making the 60 mile journey from his home in Clydebank, West Dunbartonshire to Edinburgh.

Adventurous pet cat found in Edinburgh - 60 miles from his home Alexander Lawrie

The guinea pigs were found by a member of the public.

Guinea pigs found abandoned in box in woods Scott McCartney

Edinburgh rescue: 'Feisty and scruffy' cockatiel found outside a Leith flat as Scottish SPCA search for owner

'Feisty and scruffy' cockatiel found outside a Leith flat Rachel Mackie

A young seal has been rescued from Port Seton

Young seal rescued by SSPCA Stephen Mcilkenny

Inhumane: Who could dump this wee cutie by a roadside to die?

Scotland's animal charity warns that 'puppies are not Christmas presents' Stephen Wilkie

The Scottish SPCA confirmed that HN51 was detected among wild birds in Fife and Angus.

Bird flu in Scotland: Fife and Angus confirmed as wild birds infected with HN51 Scott McCartney

The mice that were found abandoned at a Dalkeith farm.

Scottish SPCA appeals for information after 13 mice abandoned in Dalkeith Kevin Quinn

The image from Fife Jammers showed a snake at a clothing point

Snake spotted on streets of Scottish town stephen mcilkenny

The seal was photographed by Steve Taylor yesterday, while it was still in the Water of Leith basins.

Seal spotted in Water of Leith basin area is no longer in the area Anna Bryan

Red came to the sanctuary in poor condition.

'Broken' dog Red rehomed after tireless care by Scottish SPCA Scott McCartney

Lynne Lamont and Bramble hill running.

Dog owner takes 250km Sahara Desert run to help stop illegal puppy breeding Shona Elliott

The cat was left in a carrier. Picture: SSPCA

Cat left in box on Edinburgh street saved by passer-by Scott McCartney

"Forbes did give me a big cuddle so I’m hopeful that he remembered us.

Edinburgh family find missing cat after he went missing a decade ago Rachel Mackie

Star backing: Animal lover Gail Porter

Gail Porter is backing the Scottish SPCA Liam Smillie

The Scottish SPCA would like to trace the owners of the male lurcher found in Dalkeith. Photo: Scottish SPCA.

Scottish SPCA appeals for information after wounded dog found in Dalkeith Kevin Quinn

This poor hedgehog had a lucky escape, thanks to Scottish SPCA officers, after becoming trapped in a discarded fish food can

Paws for thought: how your daily dog-walk can save other animals Ilona Amos

Touch and go.. Sticky was in a bad way when he was rescued

Saved: Tiny Edinburgh fox cub nearly came to a sticky end Stephen Wilkie

Before and after shot of the female tawny owl since receiving care from the Scottish SPCA (Photo: Scottish SPCA).

Owl found in ‘sorry state’ released into wild Hannah Brown

The cat was found in Culross and had to be put to sleep (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Animal charity's appeal to public after terminally ill cat found in Fife Allan Crow

Pixie the kitten was abandoned in Falkirk

Appeal after man abandons kitten on wall in Falkirk, and runs away Allan Crow

Bailey was in the care of the Scottish SPCA for two years.

Scottish SPCA launch campaign as its centres hit capacity Beth Murray

A cat has been reunited with its family after going missing almost four years ago.

Scottish cat missing for four years miraculously reunited with family Conor Marlborough

Inver and Forth, the otter cubs found wandering in a street in Inverkeithing (Picture: Scottish SPCA)

Baby otters found wandering in streets of Fife town Allan Crow

Animal rescue charities warn that criminals are posing as staff to steal animals (Photo by Dan Kitwood/Getty Images)

Animal rescue charities warn criminals are posing as staff to steal animals - wh... Iain Leggat

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The Scottish SPCA says people should seek help with training or behaviour before deciding to give up a pet

Now people want to get rid of lockdown pets Ian Swanson

The Scottish SPCA has revealed a 134 per cent increase in calls to its animal helpline to give up unwanted animals.

Massive surge in Scots looking to give up unwanted animals Conor Marlborough

The Scottish SPCA has asked animal lovers to think twice before attempting to rescue swans they fear may be stuck in ice, putting both themselves and the animals at risk.

Scottish SPCA warning over dangerous attempts to rescue swans ‘stuck’ in ice Conor Marlborough

The Scottish SPCA is urging dog owners in Dunfermline to be vigilant after a dog ate rat poison on Hogmanay.

Warning after suspected dog poisoning in Fife Debbie Clarke

Kevin Bacon the pig picture: SSPCA

Kevin Bacon the pig has been offered a new home, Scottish SPCA confirms Katharine Hay

Helen Martin's greyhound Geordie is to have two toes surgically removed after contracting cancer

My dog Geordie has cancer. Please pray for him – Helen Martin Helen Martin

'Kevin Bacon the pig' is seeking a new home

‘Kevin Bacon the pig’ seeks new home Gary Flockhart

Bob the Festive Stag pictured yesterday morning sitting in the residential Bowman Court at the hospital in Mull.

Stag gets antlers tangled in festive lights after ‘headbutting’ Christmas tree Hannah Brown

We must at least restrict use of increasingly powerful fireworks – Helen Martin Helen Martin

The pigeon found on a Stagecoach bus heading from Edinburgh to Dumfries picture: SSPCA

Pigeon found in wooden box on a bus leaving Edinburgh Katharine Hay