Press releases
Appeal after rescue dog found with suspected deliberate injuries
RSPCA and Woodgreen are appealing for information after Peanut was found with suspected non-accidental injuries beneath severely matted fur.
“Skip the walk”: Dog owners urged to stay at home during UK heatwave
Woodgreen reassures owners that dogs do not need to be walked every day as temperatures soar.
Woodgreen’s response to proposed veterinary sector reforms
On Thursday 9 July 2026, the government announced proposed reforms to the veterinary sector, including measures to improve price transparency, strengthen consumer protections, and introduce an independent veterinary ombudsman.
Woodgreen expands in St Ives with bigger and better charity shop
Woodgreen Pets Charity reopens the doors of its new charity shop premises in St Ives, responding to growing demand from local shoppers seeking sustainable, pre-loved treasures.
Rescue rabbit turns 15 to join the world’s oldest living rabbit at milestone age
A rescue rabbit adopted from Woodgreen Pets Charity is celebrating his 15th birthday, reaching the same milestone age as the world’s oldest living rabbit.
Longthorpe Primary Academy welcomes special animal welfare visits from Woodgreen
Children at Longthorpe Primary Academy have been enjoying a series of exciting animal welfare workshops delivered by Woodgreen Pets Charity.
Woodgreen’s response to new Section 1 dogs and children supervision rules
On 09 June 2026, new rules preventing Section 1 dogs from being left unsupervised with children under 12 years of age were announced. The measure is due to come into effect on 01 November 2026.
The heartbreaking reason over 1,000 toys appeared at Tower Bridge revealed
A colourful sea of balls, ropes, and plush toys stopped London commuters in their tracks at Tower Bridge.
The UK’s hidden pet welfare crisis: Millions of animals at risk as owners struggle in silence
Woodgreen Pets Charity uncovers true scale of a hidden pet welfare crisis across the UK, with new research revealing owners are routinely going without essentials such as food, heating and medical care to keep their pets.
Postgraduate research explores why owners choose where to acquire pet rabbits
A new industry-linked postgraduate research project at Hartpury University is set to provide valuable insight into rabbit ownership and welfare.
Renters’ Rights Act set to keep pets and people together
Woodgreen welcomes new legislation as positive step forward for pet welfare, but believes more can be done.
Can adopting a small furry pet boost your wellbeing? New study seeks answers
A novel new cohort study is seeking to recruit owners of small furry pets to assess the impact of these animals on owner wellbeing, gathering fresh insights into the human-animal relationship.