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Because of the kind support and donations Together for Animals receives, we are able to help change the lives of cats, dogs, donkeys, and horses. Keep up to date with all our latest news:
Animal StoriesStarving and alone
Jake was found helplessly wandering around a woodland. Nobody knows how such a sweet dog ended up like this, but by the time he arrived at our member Blue Cross’ Burford rehoming centre he was one of the most emaciated strays the team had ever seen. With his ribs and hips protruding, he weighed just […]
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Animal StoriesWobbly kitten finds a steady home
When a member of the public found a tiny abandoned kitten in a park in north-west London they called Together for Animals member Mayhew, and their Animal Welfare Officer Tania Mazzoni immediately went to help. She soon noticed that this little puss – later named Brollita – would require some additional, and very special, support. […]
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PublicationsAutumn newsletter 2019
In this issue we meet Brollita – a very special little kitten who stole our hearts, find out about an award-winning thirteen-year friendship, learn about the vital research being carried out into cancer and genetic diseases in dogs, the life-saving mobile clinics helping animals in Mali, and how Jake found a loving new home. Read […]
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AppealsWhat will your legacy be?
We are always humbled and grateful to those people who generously leave a gift in their Will to Together for Animals, helping our unique combination of members and the vital and lifesaving work they do continue for many years to come. Leaving us a gift is a great way to ensure Together for Animals help […]
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Animal StoriesAyat’s complicated pregnancy
In rural Morocco, a long way from the nearest vet, a mare’s complications during pregnancy can quickly become a matter of life and death. But the quick-thinking actions of an owner and the vets working for Together for Animals member SPANA, saved both a mother and her foal before it was too late. Ayat was […]
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NewsBanned from keeping animals
A woman has been disqualified from keeping all animals for an indefinite period after she failed to provide veterinary care for her lame horse. Melissa Hetherington (25/07/1974) of Cumbria Close, Houghton Regis, appeared before St Albans Magistrates’ Court on Thursday 27 June for sentencing. Two offences of causing unnecessary suffering were proven at an earlier […]
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Animal StoriesMax beats rare spinal condition
Max, a one-year-old Maine Coon, started to develop problems with his movement which limited his walking and jumping. He was referred to Together for Animals member the Animal Health Trust (AHT), however the cause was difficult to determine. It did not seem to be neurological at first, however Max’s symptoms worsened to the point that […]
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Animal StoriesCyril’s Story
In May, Defra Minister David Rutley announced that a ban on third party puppy and kitten sales – aka “Lucy’s Law” – was being laid in parliament, and will come into effect on 6 April 2020. For one particular dog at Together for Animals member Mayhew, such legislation is the much needed light at the […]
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Animal StoriesAn ear-itating injury
For Zawadi the donkey, a small cut had turned in to a serious infection which was now threatening her life. Together for Animals member SPANA’s mobile clinic came to the rescue just in time for this Zimbabwean donkey and her grateful owners. Zawadi’s ear was excruciatingly painful. The eight-year-old donkey couldn’t stop shaking her head […]
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