The Latest Breaking News from Scottish SPCA

Awestruck East Lothian woman watches bird of prey set up home in her back garden

The health care worker said that she believes that the bird of prey may have been forced into more urban settings as green land surrounding the East Lothian town is developed en masse.

Edinburgh Live · Apr 11, 2022

Pigeons abandoned in poor condition inside cardboard box by A82 near Glasgow

The pigeons, none of which were ringed, were found in a lay-by on the A82. Five of the birds have since died and the Scottish SCPA has launched an appeal for more information.

Glasgow Live · Mar 31, 2022

Appeal launched after seven pigeons found dumped in cardboard box beside A82

The Scottish SPCA say five were found in 'poor condition' and didn't survive.

Daily Record · Mar 31, 2022

Callous Scots owner starved dogs so badly they could barely stand

David Luke Hill has been given a three-year ban over the horrific condition of the dogs in his care.

Daily Record · Mar 18, 2022

Pitlochry upside-down deer free thanks to Scottish SPCA

When a deer tumbled behind a shed in Pitlochry and landed wrong way up it was a rescue job for the Scottish SPCA charity.

Daily Record · Mar 16, 2022

Three cats dead after 'antifreeze' poisoning on Scots street

The Scottish SPCA is investigating a "deliberate" act of poisoning, with more cats also affected.

Daily Record · Mar 15, 2022

Scottish SPCA appeals for food and enrichment for small animals in Lanarkshire

The rescue centre is running low on essential items

Daily Record · Mar 1, 2022

Scottish SPCA launches bid for 'inquisitive' ferret Jilly to find a Glasgow home

Jilly is a curious wee thing, who is 'very active' and loves to spend all day seeing what is going on around her. If you think you could give Jilly a home, read on...

Glasgow Live · Feb 14, 2022

Lanarkshire man appears in court over mistreatment of dog after Scottish SPCA investigation

David McStay pled guilty of failing to provide adequate veterinary treatment for his dog

Daily Record · Feb 7, 2022

SSPCA investigate after two dead pet rabbits found dumped in Edinburgh burn

The Scottish SPCA has put out an appeal for information, after the inspectors released a statement regarding the discovery of two pet rabbits found dead near a burn in Edinburgh.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 31, 2022