RSPCA Lincolnshire East Branch

07/12/2025

Please help us to raise donations when you buy gifts, decorations and festive food.

https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/rspca-lincolnshire-east-branch/

07/12/2025

But why didn't they just fly away?

We get asked this a lot when people hit birds on the road. The truth is, there are usually really good reasons why they don't just get out of the way.

Sometimes they're distracted. They don't necessarily understand that a road is a road and that a car might appear! They might have spotted food, a potential mate or a predator. Sometimes they just physically can't fly. They might have already been hit and be too injured to get out of the way again. They might be too young, too elderly or too weak to take off quickly enough.

And sometimes they simply haven't seen you coming – the sun's in their eyes or you've appeared around a corner too fast.

This time of year, we see a lot of birds of prey and carrion birds near roads looking for roadkill. They're focused on food because it's so hard to come by at the moment and this makes them vulnerable to being hit themselves.

If you see an injured bird on the road, please slow down and give them space. If they're hurt, contact us or your local vet immediately. 💚

06/12/2025

FOUND

We have had a little dog brought in to our Sutterton Hospital today.

The dog is described as a small dachshund cross, female, very nervous. Unfortunately she does not have a microchip and is not wearing a collar.

She was found on the A16 near the rugby club, Spalding.

If you think she may be yours please call our Sutterton Hospital on 01205 345345, option 1.

Please note: proof of ownership will be required.

05/12/2025

05/12/2025

It’s official: The Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Act has officially received Royal Assent 👑

This could be the end of mutilation such as cropped ears and docked tails in dogs, and declawing in cats in the UK. We are often prevented from tackling illegal practices like this because perpetrators can say the mutilation was done overseas - but this loophole will no longer exist for them to exploit.

We finally have justice for Kylie, and the thousands of other animals who have suffered and endured cruel, painful procedures because of their owners' aesthetic desires.

Criminal puppy, kitten and ferret kit smuggling will also be clamped down on, as it will become illegal to import heavily pregnant animals and those under six months old.

While we await the final regulations under the Act (including specific details and exemptions), this legislation will ultimately prevent the suffering of hundreds of thousands of animals for generations to come, securing a monumental victory for animal welfare.

04/12/2025

03/12/2025

03/12/2025

Please come to say hi tomorrow if you're in Skegness. We'll be in Tesco from 9-5

02/12/2025

https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/causes/rspca-lincolnshire-east-branch/

02/12/2025

Annie is still looking for a forever home

30/11/2025

We love seeing people connect with animals, but we’re concerned about how rabbits and other animals are handled in some farm parks. Frequent handling in loud, busy settings can be very stressful for them 🐰

We support The Rabbit Welfare Association and Fund's call to end 'pat-a-pet' sessions. A kinder approach is letting visitors enjoy animals from a respectful distance, whilst learning about what makes them unique and fascinating.

If you agree, or would like to learn more, you can sign the pat-a-pet-pledge here: https://bit.ly/48dVqGt