Blue Cross Suffolk rehoming centre

16/02/2025

Sleepy Sundays 💙 Dreaming of getting a dog... have you considered a greyhound?

Loyal, easy going, relax and watch the world go by, often walk lovely on lead, just a few of the benefits greyhounds bring.

Probably the most overlooked breed in rehoming centres. We really don’t understand why. Yes, they have long legs and skinny bodies but trust us, they can fold up small when they want to!

Greyhounds are also super adaptable with their exercise needs - a quick lap around the block before work, a zoom around the garden, absolutely! We can have a longer explore on your day off… if it isn’t too high energy, I am a retired athlete after all 🐾

If you are interested in learning more about these gentle dogs get in touch; [email protected] - you never know a greyhound could be the perfect companion for you. 🥰

15/02/2025

Happy Gotcha Day to these gorgeous cats who found their forever homes this weekend 🥰 Jam, Butter and Bellatrix 💙🐾

15/02/2025

Please share the love for the adorable Gus 🥰💙
Can you help find him a loving home ?

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet/gus-5164414

14/02/2025

Meet our unluckiest resident, Jeremy. 💔 Despite Jeremy's heartbreaking past, Jeremy still hasn't found their perfect match.

We believe that his need for personal space and not being comfortable with being touched might be putting people off.

This , please help Jeremy find the love they deserve! 👉 https://bit.ly/42iwa0q

Alone and completely matted, Jeremy barely had any human interaction for nine years. Living in a breeding facility in a concrete kennel with no windows, he was terrified. 💔

Our foster carer, behaviour, and rehoming teams have worked incredibly hard with Jeremy to help him rebuild his trust in people.

Due to his lack of experience with interaction, Jeremy does not like being touched. He is seeking a patient owner who understands his needs and respects his space and boundaries to help him progress.

Could you provide Jeremy with the loving home he deserves? https://bit.ly/42iwa0q

14/02/2025

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue...
Single ladies, these handsome boys could be looking for you 💙 ❤️

Mickey, Eric, Jep and Custard are looking for homes with female companions, can you help make these boys happy this Valentines?

14/02/2025

🎉🎈 Happy 40th Birthday ADCH! 🎉🎈
As a proud Solidarity Member of the of Dogs & Cats Homes, today we’re celebrating 40 years since it was founded. Over four decades, ADCH has worked to safeguard animal welfare, unite the sector, and build a strong community of rescue and rehoming organisations 🐾
ADCH is a driving force in raising animal welfare standards, and all Members are assessed against their Minimum Welfare & Operational Standards.
We’re incredibly proud to be part of ADCH - alongside other Members and Affiliates - as we continue to work together with their partners, volunteers, and supporters to improve the lives of dogs and cats 🎂🐶🐱

13/02/2025

To help us celebrate an amazing 20 years of our charity’s Education Services, who have provided insightful pet education to people of all ages throughout the UK, please share pics of your pets here! 💙

11/02/2025

February is Pet Dental Health month - to help us celebrate and raise awareness please share your pics here for Teeth out Tuesday! 💙🦷👀

11/02/2025

Our Amazon Wish List 🐶🐱🐰🐹

We have updated our Amazon wish list. Please feel free to browse items that are needed here at the Suffolk Centre. If you would like to donated an items, we would be hugely grateful !

All items can be delivered straight to our door for us to put to very good use around our centre. Follow the link below 💙💙

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/registry/wishlist/ref=cm_wl_search_1?ie=UTF8&cid=A8UDNJF7H04VR

10/02/2025

Happy Gotcha Day Rolo! 🥰
The gorgeous Rolo found her new forever home today, thank you to the amazing people that choose to rescue 💙

10/02/2025

Spotted crying and starving on an estate, his finder made the right decision bringing Benedict into our care. 💔

He quickly earned a reputation as a chatterbox with had an unusual head tilt, but upon investigation, we realised that he was trying to tell us that he had an inner ear infection.

Our team provided the necessary treatment, but the infection left him with a permanent head tilt.

After monitoring his mobility and continuing his treatment, he was finally ready for what he had always dreamed of, a home.

And he found just that! 💙

09/02/2025

Happy Gotcha day for two of our small furry friends 💙

Both Lottie the hamster and Ferb the Guinea pig both went off to there new homes today 🐹

We still have lots of small furry friends looking for their forever homes. Check out the following link below.

https://www.bluecross.org.uk/rehome-pet.

09/02/2025

Welcome to our donated goods shop located in our reception area 💙

We thought we would show you all a little peak of what we have for sale. Thank you to the members of the public who have donated these items. Every penny spent goes back into our wonderful charity 🐾

Toys £1
Beds - small £5 and large £10
Cat carriers and climbing frames £10
Cat litter trays £10
Pet steps £10
Blankets £1
Dog pet camera £25
A range of grooming equipment from £2

We have also put together some Easter bundles which are individually priced. Dog bundle £15 and cat bundle £10. Both contain a bed, toys, treats, bowl and collar.

If you would like us to hold anything please drop us a message ☺️

We are open to the public 11am to 4pm today 🛍️

08/02/2025

VOLUNTEERING AT THE BLUE CROSS... ever wondered what it's like?
Here are some words from Helen who has been a volunteer for 6 years. 💙🐾

"My love for animals drives me to spend my time at the centre. I have a weekly morning shift that I love. My role includes a variety of tasks, from long walks with the energetic dogs, playtime with the puppies and relaxing on a sofa with the oldies. There’s also cleaning, but it’s rewarding to set up a cosy, clean kennel with toys and treats. The hardest part? Resisting the urge to bring them all home!"

Interested in volunteering, check out our website: ttps://www.bluecross.org.uk/volunteer

08/02/2025

Happy Gotcha day Todd 💙

Another handsome chap went off to their new home today.

Have great fun in your new home 🏡

07/02/2025

Happy Gotcha Day Evie! 💙🐾
Another adorable animal went off to their new home today 🥰

Looking for a new cat?
Check out our website: https://www.bluecross.org.uk/rehome/cat

07/02/2025

Some of the pets who found their new homes in January 🥰💙

06/02/2025

Tiny was found abandoned in the waiting room, in an extremely bad state. 💔 With a ruptured eye that was out of its socket, we can only imagine the pain this poor girl endured.

Our team at our Victoria animal hospital worked tirelessly to help her. Unfortunately, her injury had been left untreated for too long, and her eye had to be removed.

Fortunately, Tiny recovered remarkably well. In gratitude, she showered our staff with love and cuddles.

This sweet girl went through so much, but the outcome was worthwhile as she is is now in the loving arms of her new owner.💙

04/02/2025

This is a friendly reminder to check your dog for breast cancer, this World Cancer Day. 💙

Learn more about breast cancer in dogs here 👉 https://bit.ly/40XYF2m

03/02/2025

Halo hopes that her being deaf isn't putting off people from adopting her. 😢 With very few applications, we need your help!

This affectionate and sweet girl is looking for a patient owner who has the time to continue her training through hand signals. Halo may also need some help with toilet training, but she’s made great progress so far!

Halo enjoys her walks, her ball, and cuddling up on the sofa, so we have no doubt she would make a fantastic companion.

Deaf dogs make wonderful pets and they learn just like any other dog does. 💙

Help us share the good news that Halo has been waiting for. 👉 https://bit.ly/4jSSMeu

31/01/2025

Tiny Waffle was just a few weeks old when she was found collapsed in the road. 💔

With a low heart rate, Waffle was taken to a nearby veterinary charity, where she was revived and placed in an incubator.

Waffle later came to us for rehabilitation, but life can be tough for a kitten raised alone without a mother or siblings to learn from.

Fortunately, Waffle had a lucky break when she was united with a trio of abandoned kittens who immediately welcomed her into their clan.

Waffle and her adopted siblings, looked so similar that it was hard to tell them apart.

Before long, Waffle experienced the sibling bond she had been missing, and all of them were welcomed into loving new homes. 😻

28/01/2025

When Bramble came to us from a private vets, anaemic, underweight and bleeding from the mouth, we feared the worst. 💔

However, an ultrasound showed a large foreign body and exploratory surgery revealed it was actually an impacted fur ball, caused from overgrooming due to a severe flea allergy. Once the fleas were dealt with and the hair ball was removed, Bramble could slowly heal and was soon relaxing in a new home.

Bramble was lucky to make it to us in time and although his was a severe case, vigilance around flea control meant this could have all been avoided. Check out our website for help and advice on treating fleas 👉 https://bit.ly/4a4embl

27/01/2025

It’s unclear why these pet rabbits were left alone in their hutch after their owner moved away. 💔

The tiny bunnies, just a few days old, were discovered along with their mum by chance when the new homeowner arrived.

We are grateful that the new homeowner moved in when they did; otherwise, the rabbits would likely not have survived.

After receiving plenty of veterinary care from our Thirsk rehoming team and a safe space to grow with one of our foster carers, these rabbits have finally found the loving home they deserve. 💙

20/01/2025

Alone and completely matted, Jeremy barely had any human interaction for nine years. Living in a breeding facility in a concrete kennel with no windows, he was terrified. 💔

Our foster carer, behaviour, and rehoming teams have worked incredibly hard with Jeremy to help him rebuild his trust in people.

Due to his lack of experience with interaction, Jeremy does not like being touched. He is seeking a patient owner who understands his needs and respects his space and boundaries to help him progress.

Could you provide Jeremy with the loving home he deserves? https://bit.ly/42iwa0q

18/01/2025

Not every cat coming into our care is looking for a traditional home setting, which is why we carefully review every cat's needs and assess them thoroughly before their adoption journey begins. 💙

Previously from a multi-pet household, Oreo found living with other cats very stressful and ended up spending most of his time outdoors, scavenging through bins and fending for himself.

Now used to living independently, Oreo is therefore looking for a rural home, such as a farm setting, with a minimal cat population. He's still sociable with people so would need indoor access too, as long as he's free to come and go as he pleases. Do you have a special home for a special cat like Oreo? 👉 https://bit.ly/4alNhk3

15/01/2025

Hamlet suffered an agonising broken jaw and severe body-wide bruising when he was hit by a car in London. 💔

Kind witnesses to the collision spent more than an hour trying to catch the terrified boy, who was fleeing and hiding despite being in unimaginable pain.

Exhausted and struggling to move, they eventually managed to scoop Hamlet up and bring him to our animal hospital.

Our vets performed an operation to wire his jaw back in place, while broken teeth and bone were removed, and a feeding tube was fitted, as he was unable to eat.

The odds were stacked against Hamlet, but we saw glimmers of improvement each day, and he was placed in foster care so that he could recover in the comfort of a warm and loving home environment.

Because of your donations, we could give Hamlet round-the-clock care from our expert team. Not only is he no longer in pain, and can now eat on his own, but he is now in the arms of a loving family.

We know how difficult January can be, but if you can donate, you can help us give more pets like Hamlet a second chance. 💙

11/01/2025

If ever there was a photo to sum up this snuggly Caturday. 💤

As sweet as their name suggests, Apple and Strudel are a (very!) bonded pair looking for a new home together.

A little shy around youngsters, they could live with older children as the only pets in the household. Meet them 👉 https://bit.ly/4a7ZcSs

08/01/2025

Buttercup was terrified after being abandoned on a stranger's doorstep. 💔 Underweight and showing signs of pain in her hind legs, she was brought to our animal hospital in Victoria.

While the x-rays of her back legs were inconclusive, we provided her with supportive treatment, rest, and pain relief. Gradually, she began to regain sensation in her hind legs.

Although we may never know the kind of life she had before, we can confidently say that Buttercup is now healthy, happy, and surrounded by love in her new home! 💙

07/01/2025

We’ve come across some small cages, but this one is among the smallest we've seen. 😮 Here, you can see a store-bought enclosure for a hamster that we've taken in, compared to the average setup!

The ideal home for a hamster is a tank or aquarium, as it provides plenty of space, height, and opportunities for them to dig and explore.

If you’re thinking about bringing a hamster into your home, we highly recommend following our advice to ensure you find the perfect-sized enclosure for your new friend!

👉 https://bit.ly/47Bb9wV

06/01/2025

Having been with his family as a much-loved pet since a puppy, when a baby came along, Wesley's behaviour changed and over time he became increasingly worried. Despite trying their best to work on this, after a few grabbing incidents with the toddler and another baby on the way, his family made the difficult decision that he would be happier elsewhere and brought him to us. ❤

We often get asked why we don't rehome particular dogs with children and Wesley's story explains this well. The team knew it was imperative that he was rehomed to a home without young children where he could live life to the fullest. And after a short stay with us, he won the hearts of a lovely, older couple where he's enjoying the run of the house and garden.

03/01/2025

Winston's story was so heartbreaking that many of us were in tears. 💔

While we don't know much about his backstory, we do know that a passerby witnessed Winston being thrown into a river while trapped in a cat box by a group of kids. 😢 We can only imagine how terrified he must have been.

Initially too scared to eat, Winston took a while to come out of his shell, understandably nervous after his ordeal. Gradually, he understood that we meant him no harm, allowing us to provide the treatment he desperately needed for his flea infestation.

We are thrilled to share that Winston no longer has to endure the life he once knew. He is now happy and loved in a new home. 💙

31/12/2024

Meet Barry, a dog who is so terrified of fireworks that he refuses to go to the toilet. 💔

Owned by one of our team, Barry is one of the many animals affected by fireworks, making celebrations like New Year's Eve very challenging.

Currently on behavioural medication, Barry's phobia is so severe that he has struggled to go for walks since Bonfire Night and now reacts fearfully to sounds like car doors slamming.

We urge you to put pets first and reconsider any plans to host or attend at-home fireworks displays. 🎇

For more tips on how to keep your pet calm during fireworks. 👉 https://bit.ly/3tSbbCp

30/12/2024

The year as told by our cats. 😹
Who are you resonating with?