Freddy’s Leaving
Secretary and Head of Campaigns Freddy Bowen-Bate is moving on to pastures new.
Greyhound Joy’s leg couldn’t be saved; but her life was.
Joy’s story from racing to campaigning!
The Wildlife Management & Muirburn (Scotland) Act is passed!
A momentous day for animal welfare in Scotland.
“Vegan” doesn’t mean allergen-free
Food Standards Agency on reality of “vegan” food labelling
“Are sky lanterns and helium balloons really a problem?”
Why the need for a ban is urgent.
Firework laws around the world…
A look at six countries who banned fireworks and were all the better for it.
Helping Wildlife Through Winter
Tips for looking out for our wild animals during the toughest time of the year.
Sky lanterns & helium balloons
Which Scottish local councils have banned them and which haven’t?
XL Bully dogs - how a ban is not the answer
In light of the recent annoucement to ban XL Bully dogs, we give our thoughts on why this isn’t the answer - updated post.
A win against rodenticides?
A new ruling which could see the end of the most potent rodenticides in Scotland.
What you helped us achieve in 2023
A summary of everything you have helped us achieve for animals this year.
The buzz around sky lanterns and helium balloons
Press and publicity around the recent win against sky lanterns and helium balloons in the Scottish Borders.
Press release: Scottish Borders ban sky lanterns & helium balloons
Scottish Borders Council vote unanimously in favour of a ban on the release of sky lanterns and helium balloons from any of their land.
Letter: “Does society lack empathy?”
A letter from our own staff member, Elena, on her family’s terrifying Bonfire Night weekend.
Aftermath of Bonfire Night 2023
Just some of the tragic stories of how fireworks caused immeasurable harm to animals and people on Bonfire Night weekend 2023.
Animal Concern in schools!
A heartwarming visit to rural primary schools to talk about being kind to animals.