IT'S MATCH DAY!
The wait is over! England vs Netherlands is about to kick off and we're getting in on the action!
We've got one of our Dogs here to make the tough decision for us... Who will win? 👀
Canine prediction: 1-0 to 🏴 🦁. Pickle believes England is going all the way to the finals! What do YOU think the score will be tonight? Cast your prediction and let us know in the comments below!
#EnglandVsNetherlands #Bluecross
Day 4 of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024! 🐰
Day 4 of Rabbit Awareness Week 2024! 🐰 Today, we’re diving into how you can create a thriving environment for your fluffy friends with the right nutrition. Let’s hop into making mealtimes both delicious and exciting for your bunnies! 🏡
Don't forget to like, comment, and share our posts with fellow bunny enthusiasts!
🐰 Take a peek at this heartwarming video from our supporter Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare! Watch as they cater to their fluffy residents during breakfast time. It's truly inspiring to see how they ensure every rabbit is well loved and cared for before finding their forever home! 🐰🏡 #RabbitAwarenessWeek #BunnyLove #AnimalWelfare
🐾🏡❤️ Hello everyone! We have the most heartwarming update to share with you all today about our beloved four-legged friend, Hunter 🐶✨.
A few years ago, this precious pup found his forever home. When the adopters first welcomed Hunter into their lives, he had some challenges to overcome, especially when it came to meeting new people. But with patience, dedication, and unwavering love, Hunter has made incredible progress.
Thanks to the adopters commitment to Hunter's training needs, he has blossomed into a confident and friendly companion. From being reactive towards strangers to becoming a social butterfly at their recent party, where he charmed everyone with his joyous spirit, Hunter has truly come a long way!
In their message to us, the adopters shared how Hunter continues to bring immense joy and laughter into their lives, still maintaining his puppy-like enthusiasm after several years of being with them. Their bond with Hunter has only grown stronger, and they expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to have provided him with a loving home and a bright future.
The adopters have shared some adorable photos and videos of Hunter with us, showcasing his big heart and lovable personality. We are beyond grateful to see Hunter thriving in his home and to witness the beautiful transformation he has undergone. Thank you, to the adopters, for opening your hearts to Hunter and giving him the love and care he deserves.
Hunter, you will always hold a special place in our hearts! 🐾💕
#BlueCross #HappyTails ❤️🐾🏡
🐾💙 Join us as we continue our fundraising efforts for Blue Cross Month! Throughout this special month, we have been spreading awareness of our mission to help pets and people in need. Our team is dedicated to completing 1897 minutes of exercise to honor the founding year of Blue Cross - a significant number that marks the beginning of our journey in supporting animals during times of war and crisis.
Check out this video of our team on exercise equipment, working hard to raise funds for our cause!
Your support means the world to us and will make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Let's come together to make a positive impact! 💫🐾
Donate here to help us reach our goal: https://www.justgiving.com/page/thirskbluecross
#BlueCrossMonth #Fundraising 🌟🐾
🐾💕 We're beaming with joy to hear that a lovely pair, Tiggi and Luna, have found their home! 🏠
🐾💕 We're beaming with joy to hear that a lovely pair, Tiggi and Luna, have found their home! 🏠
Their new owner has sent us a sweet message, saying: "So glad we chose them!" 😊 And we couldn't agree more! These two beautiful cats are already bringing so much joy and love into their lives.
Luna is stealing the show (Tiggi is probably taking a sneaky nap somewhere, but we won't tell 😴) as she frolics and plays in her new surroundings.
We're thrilled to see Tiggi and Luna settling in well, and we can't wait to hear more about their adventures in their new home. 🐾💕
A huge thank you to our adopters for choosing Tiggi and Luna, and for giving them the love and care they deserve. 💕
#BlueCross
🌟🐾✨ Heart-warming Update About Frankie the Greyhound! ✨🐾🌟
We have some pawsitively amazing news to share with our beloved Blue Cross community! Our dear Frankie the greyhound has found his home and is thriving beyond measure. His wonderful adopters recently reached out to us with an update, and we are overjoyed to report that Frankie is doing fantastically well and is showered with love in his new home. 🏡❤️🐶
In their heart-warming message, Frankie's adopters shared, "It's nearly the end of our first week with Frankie, and we thought you might like to see some pics and videos. He is doing soooo well! He's really settled, is loving his walks, and loves playing catch! He's showing a bit of his mischievous side too, usually just before bedtime!" 🐾🎾💖
We are immensely grateful to the dedicated team at the RSPCA, where Frankie was initially welcomed and cared for before his journey led him to the Blue Cross Thirsk family. This beautifully showcases the power of collaboration and compassion in helping precious animals like Frankie find their homes. 🤝💙🐕
Join us in celebrating Frankie's journey and the loving bond he now shares with his adoring family. See Frankie below in his element, embodying the pure joy and contentment that every pet deserves. 📸🐾💕 #BlueCross #RSPCA 🌈🐾💫
🐱💖 **Meet Otis - The Purrfect Companion in Search of a Loving Home!** 💖🐱
**🌟 Gentle, sweet, and full of love, Otis is a cat who deserves a home to call his own. 🏡**
Otis has been patiently waiting for someone special to come into his life and give him the love and care he so truly deserves. His foster carers can't speak highly enough of this charming boy, who melts hearts with his affectionate nature and loving purrs.
Otis has a heart as big as can be, and he adores snuggling up on laps for cuddles and pets. 🥰 While he comes with some skin issues that require ongoing care, the team at Thirsk will provide all the information and support needed to ensure he thrives in his new home.
If you're seeking a loyal and loving companion who will bring warmth and joy into your life, look no further than Otis. 🌺 Embrace the opportunity to give this sweet boy the happy ending he deserves and let him fill your home with love and laughter.
🔗 Learn more about Otis and how to welcome him into your heart by visiting his profile here: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet/otis-2155982
Let's find Otis the loving family he truly deserves. Share this post, spread the word, and help Otis find his happily ever after. 🌈💕 #OtisNeedsAHome #BlueCross
🐾 **Calling all animal lovers! Can you open your heart and home to a furry friend in need?** 🐾
Our rehoming centre is in need of small animal fosterers who are willing to provide temporary homes for adorable animals like rabbits, guinea pigs, gerbils, rats, and more. Meet Bailey and Pops, two lovable guinea pigs who are waiting for a cosy place to call home!
Fostering is a rewarding experience, and we make it easy for you by providing all the necessary equipment, food, and veterinary care through Blue Cross. All we ask for is a loving environment to ensure our animals feel safe, comfortable, and loved during their stay with us.
If you're interested in becoming a foster carer or have any questions, visit our website (https://volunteer.bluecross.org.uk/opportunities/results) or contact the centre directly at [email protected].
Your kindness can make a world of difference to these precious animals in need. 🐹💕 #HelpAnimalsInNeed #BlueCrossThirsk
Remember Diddy and Maui, the inseparable duo who found their home together not long ago?
We've got some heart-warming news to share with all our amazing supporters! Remember Diddy and Maui, the inseparable duo who found their home together not long ago? Well, we recently received the most beautiful update from their new family, and we couldn't wait to pass it on to you all! 💖
Their loving adopters shared that they're "over the moon" and that they are "utterly beautiful, divine, gentle, and loving boys." They're amazed by Diddy and Maui's confidence and have already experienced purrs, head butts, belly rubs, and plenty of cuddles. It's clear that Diddy and Maui have found their match and are thriving in their new home.
Moments like these remind us why we do what we do - to see these precious fur babies find the love and happiness they truly deserve.
A huge THANK YOU to everyone who supports our rehoming centre and helps make stories like this possible. Your kindness and generosity truly make a difference in the lives of animals in need.
Let's all send lots of love and well wishes to Diddy, Maui, and their wonderful family! 🏡💕 #BlueCross #AdoptionSuccessStory 🐾
🎉🐱 Happy Belated Birthday Basil! 🎂🎈
🎉🐱 Happy Belated Birthday Basil! 🎂🎈
We are overjoyed to hear how well you have settled into your new home and are living your best life with your loving family. It warms our hearts to see you thriving and enjoying new hobbies like golf - you truly are a special kitty!
Thank you to Basil's adoptive family for giving him the home he deserves. Your love and care have made all the difference in his life, and we couldn't be happier for him.
Here's to many more birthdays filled with love, cuddles, and maybe a little more golfing for our feline friend Basil! 🐾❤️
#BlueCross 🏌️♂️🐾🏡
🐾🌟 A HUGE THANK YOU to Champions Pet Foods! 🌟🐾
We are absolutely thrilled to share the amazing news that Champions Pet Foods has generously donated TWO pallets of pet food to our local foodbank partner, King’s Foodbank in Darlington. This incredible donation will provide vital support to pet owners in need and their beloved furry companions.
At our rehoming centre, we understand the deep bond between pets and their families. We are immensely grateful for the compassion and generosity shown by Champions Pet Foods, as their contribution will make a meaningful difference in the lives of many pets and their loving owners.
The outpouring of support from our community partners like Champions Pet Foods truly exemplifies the spirit of kindness and compassion. Together, we are making a positive impact and creating brighter futures for both pets and people.
Let's join together and extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to Champions Pet Foods for their extraordinary generosity and commitment to helping those in need. 🐾❤️
#ChampionsPetFoods #CommunitySupport #PetFoodDonation #Bluecross
The 1897 Challenge - Blue Cross
The time is here for you to rise to the challenge and become a pet hero!
The 1897 Challenge is here and we're asking pet lovers across the country to rise to the challenge of gaming or streaming for 1,897 minutes during March to help honour the people and pets helped since Blue Cross were founded, and to ensure that we can be there to make an even bigger difference in the future.
It might sound like a lot, but it's just over an hour a day so it's the purr-fect excuse for you to put your feet up and relax with your favourite game safe in the knowledge that you're changing lives!
Whether you prefer tapping away on your favourite mobile games, booting up the PC or a classic console, or even hosting a board game night, it's a great opportunity to fundraise from the comfort of your own home.
You can even unlock amazing rewards as you fundraise!
Thanks to our event sponsors Elgato and Overclockers, as well as a range of Blue Cross goodies, you could get your hands on a limited edition custom Blue Cross Stream Deck, or even win a grand prize bundle to upgrade your whole home office or gaming set up with a noblechairs chair, Ducky keyboard and other Streamplify kit!
So what are you waiting for? Sign up today at https://tiltify.com/blue-cross/1897challenge24 and then it’s game on between 1 March and 31 March!
🎄🐾 A Special Christmas Message from us at Blue Cross, Thirsk 🐾🎄
Merry Christmas to all of our wonderful supporters, volunteers, and incredible adopters! Your support has made such a difference in the lives of the dogs, cats and small animals that we care for. Thank you for being a part of our mission to find loving homes for these amazing animals.
As we celebrate this joyous season, we want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to each and every one of you who has opened your hearts and homes to a furry friend from our centre. Your kindness and compassion have given these animals a second chance at happiness, and for that, we are truly grateful.
To show our appreciation, we've put together a heartwarming video featuring just a few of the many adorable pets at our centre who are looking for their forever families. We hope you'll take a moment to watch and share in the love and holiday spirit that fills our centre today.
From all of us here at the rehoming centre, we wish you a wonderful Christmas filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments with your furry companions. Thank you for being a part of our extended family! 🐶🐱❤️
[Watch the heartwarming video attached to see some of the many pets at our centre that our team celebrated Christmas with today!] #bluecross
Are you ready to welcome a furry bundle of love into your life? Look no further, because Samuel is here to steal your heart! ❤️
Samuel is a one-year-old black and white cat who is simply the softest and most affectionate feline you'll ever meet. His irresistible charm will instantly melt away your worries and fill your days with endless joy and companionship.
This adorable little guy came into our care from a vet practice, where it was discovered that he wasn't using his left hind leg properly. After further examination, it was revealed that Samuel had a dislocated leg, which required a femoral head and neck ostectomy. 🏥
Don't worry, though! Samuel's operation was a success, and while he may have a mild gait abnormality due to the shorter leg and false joint formed from the procedure, he can still live a perfectly normal life. 🏃♂️
Despite his unique history, we want you to see past Samuel's physical differences and know that he is just like any other wonderful cat. He can effortlessly climb up and down from any height, explore the great outdoors, or lounge around in sunbeams. 🌞
Samuel's operation site is healing incredibly well, and he's already back to weight bearing on his renovated leg. With his resilience and indomitable spirit, there are no limits to the adventures and love he can offer you!
If you're searching for a fluffy companion who will shower you with affection and bring infinite happiness to your life, consider welcoming Samuel into your home. 🏡
Hurry and contact us now to make Samuel a part of your family. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to have the most wonderful, normal (yet extra special) cat by your side.
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet/samuel-2153469
#AdoptSamuel #UnconditionalLove #BlueCross 🐱❤️
Dumped in an alleyway in a sealed cardboard box, it's a miracle that Ember and Spark survived. Only a year old, this pair has already experienced trauma. 💔
One of our veterinary hospitals checked them over, showered them with love and care and now this sweet duo are ready for a new home and a second chance at love! 👉 https://bit.ly/3MuMP8m
🐾🏡 Seeking Homes for Greyhounds! 🏡🐾
🌟 Meet Baz and William, two amazing ex-racing Greyhounds full of love, waiting for their homes! 🐶❤️ They're perfect couch potatoes who adore snuggling up on a cosy blanket or sofa. They're also big fans of leisurely strolls with their humans! 💕
🙏 Help us find these beautiful boys the perfect families! Apply now to adopt Baz or William and make their dreams come true! 🏠 Don't forget to spread the word by sharing this post with all the Greyhound lovers out there! Let's unite these amazing dogs with the loving homes they deserve! 🐾💙
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet/baz-1153568
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet/william-1153570
#AdoptAGreyhound #SpreadTheLove #BlueCross
🌸 Meet Flora: A Gentle Soul Seeking a Patient and Understanding Home 🌸
🌸 Meet Flora: A Gentle Soul Seeking a Patient and Understanding Home 🌸
Are you someone who appreciates the beauty of individuality and understands that every cat has their own unique needs? If so, then Flora might be the perfect feline companion for you! Flora is currently looking for a home that embraces her underconfident nature and allows her to blossom at her own pace.
Flora may be a bit shy and reserved at first, but with some patience and understanding, she will gradually warm up to you and build a deep bond. She values her personal space and would benefit from having an area of the home where she can retreat to as she becomes familiar with her surroundings and the people around her.
While Flora may not demand physical affection initially, once she feels comfortable, she will delight in gentle chin tickles and head fusses. You'll witness her true personality shine through as she opens up and reveals her loving nature. Her foster carers have taken the time to understand Flora's character, respecting her boundaries and not pushing her for more interaction than she is ready for.
Playtime is an excellent way to foster a relationship with Flora. She thoroughly enjoys chasing balls and playing with wand toys, embracing her playful side while strengthening the bond she shares with her human companions. Treats also play a significant role in Flora's heart, providing an extra opportunity to establish trust and rapport.
Flora's foster carers have learned how to build a strong connection with her by giving her the freedom to make her own decisions. Allowing her to explore new spaces in her own time and approach you when she feels ready has been key to establishing a foundation of trust. By following Flora's lead, you will see her confidence grow day by day.
Flora thrives in a calm and quiet environment where she can feel safe and secure. She is not suited to homes with excessive noise, frequent visitors, or busy surroundings. Flora seeks an owner-led lifestyl
Donald, the Guinea Pig, seeking a new home
📣 *Attention all Guinea Pig Lovers!* 📣
Introducing the one and only Donald – an absolutely adorable guinea pig who is blossoming with confidence each passing day! 🌺✨
With his charming personality and sweet nature, Donald is eagerly seeking a warm and affectionate home to call his own. 🏡❤️ Although he may appear a little shy in new surroundings, with an owner who can invest time into building a bond, he'll quickly come around and steal your heart! 💕 Did you know that veggies are the key to this little guy's heart? 🥦
Donald dreams of finding a home that already has a guinea pig friend for him to bond and live with. 🐾 Sharing his life with a furry companion will make him even happier! Let's make his wish come true. 🌟
💚 **Important Health Information:** 💚
Donald has been neutered and is up to date with flea treatment. His lower incisors have recently been burred, and it is recommended to check them again in the near future to ensure their length and positioning. As long as he is kept in good housing conditions and on a great diet, his teeth should not need long-term burring. Rest assured, Donald's health will be well looked after in his new home. 🩺💕
Are you ready to provide him with a life full of joy and happiness? 💛
Don't miss out on the opportunity to welcome Donald into your heart and home! Fill out the application form online to take the first step on your exciting journey together. 💌✍️ https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet/donald-5150945
Remember, sharing is caring! Let's make sure Donald's adorable face and heartwarming story reach countless individuals who can help him find his home. 🌍💕 #ShareForDonald #AdoptDonald #GuineaPigLove #ForeverHome