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The RSPCA is urging people with backyard flocks to ensure they are following Government advice.

Poultry owners reminded to keep pets safe as bird flu returns

Cllr Anne Handley, the East Riding of Yorkshire Council Leader

The Council Leader’s Column: a four-star rating for Bridlington holiday park

For many victims, fear for their pet’s safety can be a significant barrier to seeking help or leaving. Photo: East Riding of Yorkshire Council

‘Safe People, Safe Pets’ campaign raising awareness of domestic abuse

Three-year-old Lottie and her nine newborns were found by a member of the public in Wold Newton.

‘Incredible’ rescue cat gives birth to nine kittens

The new statistics were released as part of the RSPCA’s Cruelty Hurts, Love Rescues campaign.

RSPCA figures show beatings to animals rise by 47% in East Yorkshire

Twelve cats and kittens were examined by a vet, who reported that nine of the cats were actively suffering from conditions. Photo: RSPCA

Bridlington woman banned from keeping animals for 10 years

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An emaciated puppy was found dumped in suspicious circumstances. Photo: RSPCA

New figures show 72 reports of summer cruelty in East Yorkshire

One of the four dogs rescued from a house in Whitby which needs a loving home.

Four dogs found in squalid conditions start search for new homes

RSPCA appeal follows the killing of a cat in Norton, near Malton. photo: Google Maps

RSPCA appeal after cat shot and killed while returning to home near Malton

Black and white cat Izzy was stuck behind a boiler. Photo: RSPCA

Abandoned cat rescued after becoming trapped behind boiler
An abandoned young cat who became stuck fast behind a boiler has been rehabilitated by the Bridlington, Driffield and District RSPCA branch members.
Phil Hutchinson

The dogs were found at a Whitby property after their owner had passed away.

Dogs recovering after being rescued from squalid conditions in Whitby

The Operation Seabird event took place on April 22.

Scarborough police hold Operation Seabird event promoting wildlife protection

A seal pup was rescued by the BDMLR in Bridlington, and taken to RSPCA Stapeley Grange in an attempt to save her life. Photo courtesy of RSPCA Stapeley Grange.

'Devastating' death of Bridlington seal pup linked to discarded fishing gear

Neil Tysall (RSPCA Inspector at the time) in Tenby - Credit: Gareth Davies Photography Tenby

Yorkshire RSPCA Wildlife Lead looks back at oil disaster 30 years on

A number of seals have been spotted hauling onto Yorkshire coast beaches, however the public have been urged to leave them undisturbed. Photo credit: Scarborough Coastguard (L) and Gemma Thompson (R).

Emergency services urge public to leave Yorkshire coast seals alone

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

Bridlington Town Council present a cheque for £10,000 to Sewerby CC to buy equipment. PA0633-5

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One of the many animals rescued by the RSPCA currently looking for a home in East Yorkshire is Snowflake.

Pet neglect rises by 25% across East Yorkshire

RSPCA revealed that the number of cats overall being cared for just in the charity’s fourteen national centres has more than doubled from some 800 in 2020 to around 1,700 this summer.

RSPCA urges Yorkshire coast adopters to look past myths this Halloween

Take RSPCA’s Walk on the Wild Side challenge

RSPCA and police at the Operation Seabird event in Scarborough. Image: RSPCA

Visitors flock to RSPCA and police event in Scarborough

In East Yorkshire, there has been a 106% rise in reports of beatings. Image courtesy of the RSPCA

Reports of animal beatings are on the rise across East Yorkshire

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13 adorable animals looking for their forever home at on the Yorkshire coast

The rescued ducklings.

Seven ducklings saved from likely death at Ryedale treatment works

An abandoned ball python (left ) and a stray corn snake, both of which were rescued by the RSPCA. Credit: RSPCA.

RSPCA across Yorkshire coast are braced for summer rise in snake incidents
The RSPCA is braced for an increase in reports about stray pet snakes and snake-related incidents as the weather warms on the Yorkshire coast - but owners can do their bit to help and avoid snake escapes.
Claudia Bowes

RSPCA Wildlife Friends Yorkshire-based volunteer Paul Bateman and the charity's Wildlife Partnership Manager Geoff Edmond

RSPCA to host Wildlife Friends Community Day in Scarborough

On Monday May 26 the ‘Save our Seals from Flying Rings’ campaign was launched by the Seal Alliance. The Photo: BDMLR.

Campaign launched to 'protect our precious seals from harm'

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'

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Callum Oak heads toward the water

Severely injured Danes Dyke seal released following period of recovery

A hedgehog is caught in garden netting. Photo: RSPCA

'Make your garden wildlife safe' call following 270 injuries in East Yorkshire

A hedgehog is caught in garden netting. Photo: RSPCA

'Make your garden wildlife safe' call following 270 injuries in East Yorkshire

Some ingredients we use for pancakes can be dangerous to dogs.

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

A fox cub needed a helping hand from an RSPCA rescuer after she got her paws stuck between the slats of a wooden garden chair in Surrey.

Deer trapped between two walls voted most daring RSPCA rescue of 2024

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

Aaron shaking his dog Kinder.

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

Jack and Poppy were rescued by the RSPCA and have now been rehomed

RSPCA reveals 'shocking' increase in animal abandonment in East Yorkshire

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

The whale which has washed up on the beach at Saltwick Bay, near Whitby.

Whale washes up on beach near Whitby - but moving it 'not an option'
A whale has washed up on the beach at Saltwick Bay, near Whitby – but North Yorkshire Council cannot remove it due to its inaccessible location.
Duncan Atkins

Retired RSPCA inspector Brian Oxley.

Retired RSPCA rescuer from Bridlington looks back on career

Discarded rubbish is severely impacting the health of the UK's wildlife.

The Great British Litter Survey: Tackling the UK’s growing litter crisis

Last year, the RSPCA received 763 reports about cruelty to dogs in the county, compared to 580 in 2022.

‘Shocking rise’ in dog cruelty reports across East Yorkshire

Sand art on Scarborough beach by highlighted the RSPCA's message about the importance of keeping pets cool in summer.

RSPCA organise incredible sand artwork on Scarborough beach

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

The art installation will take place on August 21, on the south bay of Scarborough from 1:30pm. Photo: RSPCA/Richard Ponter.

RSPCA to create giant dog art installation on Scarborough beach next week

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

The summer fair will take place at Sewerby Methodist Church on August 10. Photo courtesy of Acorn Rabbit Rescue.

Bridlington rabbit rescue to hold summer fair fundraiser

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

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

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