Woody and Jessie: From a Pub Car Park to a New Beginning
At just 12 weeks old, Woody and Jessie were left in a pet carrier in a pub car park on a scorching summer’s day, with no food or water. Discovered just in time, these two sweet, affectionate kittens are now safe in our care and thriving.
Eight Kittens Rescued Following House Fire
Eight kittens, barely eight weeks old, arrived in our care after a fire at their owner’s home left them needing oxygen and ongoing treatment. They are now safe with our foster carers and slowly getting better.
Keeping dogs cool in a heatwave: five water-wise ideas
You do not need a hosepipe or a paddling pool to keep a dog comfortable when it is hot. Here are five simple, water-wise ideas to help your dog beat the heat, plus a reminder on when it is safest to walk them.
Two Kittens, One Bond: Charlie and Nina’s Recovery
Nervous, poorly, and inseparable, Charlie and Nina spent more than 113 days in our care before being adopted together. Here is how these two bonded kittens went from frightened arrivals to confident, happy cats in a home of their own.
Four kittens, one pub, one Trustee never off duty
One of our Trustees popped into a pub in Upton and came home with four tiny stray kittens. They’re safe now, and we’re tackling the root of the problem too. Because there’s no such thing as off duty.
113 Animals Found New Homes: Our First Six Months of 2026
113 cats, rabbits, guinea pigs and one bird found loving new homes with RSPCA Oxfordshire & Reading in the first six months of 2026.
Full to Bursting: 71 Reasons We Need Your Support This Kitten Season
We have 71 animals in our care, the most for a long time. Kitten season is pushing our small, self-funded branch to the limit. Here is what is driving it, and how you can help.
Help Rosa Get the Surgery She Needs
Rosa the bunny needs major ear surgery. We must raise £800 to £900 to cover the cost. Can you help this sweet girl live pain-free?
Volunteer Charity Shop Assistant (Didcot)
Our brand new charity shop in the heart of Didcot is looking for friendly volunteers. No retail experience needed, full training given, and every pound you help raise goes directly to animals in your local area.
Dave’s Story: A Second Chance out of the Sun
Dave, a gentle white cat in his golden years, has already lost the tips of his ears to sun-related cancer. Now he faces further surgery on his nose, and we’re raising funds to help cover the £1,050 cost. This is his story, and a reminder of why white cats need extra protection from the sun.
