Scottish SPCA

Injured swan Franky receiving treatment

Swan euthanised after being attacked by dog

Lisa Telfer (left) with one of the surviving animals

Edinburgh woman who starved dog to death banned from owning animals

Liam Fair, taunting his dog with the rat. A man has been found guilty of using his neglected dog to cause "unnecessary suffering" to a rat in a shocking video.

Shocking video shows man encouraging dog to kill a pet rat

The dog was found near Harthill.

Wounded dog found dead wrapped in fleece in Scottish woodland

Ariel was found caught in fishing wire on the beach

Rescue team say it was 'so emotional' as injured seal released

A protected bird of prey has died after being shot in Glen Esk.

Police appeal for information after peregrine falcon shot

SSPCA receives biggest weekly number of rescue dogs in 185 years

One the ponies involved in the case. (Scottish SPCA)

Inverurie couple receive ten-year ban and fine following Scottish SPCA investiga...

Praline, one of four dogs which are 'urgently' seeking homes before a ban of XL bullies in Scotland is introduced. Picture: Scottish SPCA/PA Wire

Scotland animal charity 'urgently' seeking new homes for four XL bully type dogs

A ban on XL Bully dogs is set to be introduced in Scotland, following in the footsteps of England and Wales. Picture: Jacob King/PA Wire

Yousaf confirms Scotland to ‘replicate’ rules banning unlicensed XL bully dogs

Ryan Martin was found guilty of causing unnecessary suffering to dogs under his care and keeping or training dogs for the purposes of animal fights. (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Former gamekeeper sentenced to five-year ban

Teddy has benefited from the fostering scheme (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA on the lookout for animal foster homes

Can you help find the owner of this dog? Pic: SSPCA.

Can you help find the owner of this poor dog?

The resident returned home to find the young animal curled up in the tub.

Are you fur real? Frightened fox cub rescued from bath tub

Visitors will get the chance to meet rescue pony Lottie (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA to hold open day at Aberdeenshire rescue centre

More than 1,000 dead seabirds have been found on beaches across Aberdeenshire in what is suspected to be a devastating outbreak of bird flu in the area (David Cheskin/PA)

More than 1,000 dead seabirds in Aberdeenshire amid suspected outbreak

A guillemot sea bird landing at a colony on the rocks in the North Sea. Picture: Getty Images

Bird flu confirmed at Aberdeenshire farm as more dead seabirds found on beaches

The llama was spotted in a field near New Pitsligo (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Appeal for information after llama found wandering in Aberdeenshire

The laws on dogs in hot cars and what to do to help

The five rabbits were found on 26 May at the Hill of Fare.

Appeal for information after five rabbits abandoned near Torphins

The SSPCA has asked for help to hand-rear an influx of kittens.

Scottish SPCA appeals for items to hand-rear influx of kittens

Members of the public are being urged not to approach seals (Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA asks public to be wildlife wise around seals in Aberdeenshire

The Symons have been sentenced to a lifetime ban each for owning and keeping any animals.

Aberdeenshire couple receive lifetime ban following Scottish SPCA investigation

Picture: Jane Barlow

Concerns raised over 'inherent bias' in Scottish SPCA crime powers taskforce

Through Pet Aid, the Scottish SPCA provides essential food supplies for animals through a network of food banks

Scottish SPCA see demand for Pet Aid increase as cost-of-living crisis continues

Rosie (Photo: Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA appeals for homes for animals with ‘snow-body’ to love

The Society has raised £21,050 to go towards repairing its horse shelters. (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Repair work begins on Scottish SPCA’S Aberdeenshire Centre’s horse shelters

James Miller pled guilty at Aberdeen Sheriff Court earlier this month.

Peterhead man receives 10-year ban and 100-hour community payback order followin...

The centre is currently caring for 22 dogs and 26 cats (Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA appeals for food for animals at Aberdeenshire centre

Jack is sure to be a lovely addition to a new family.

Scottish SPCA seeks homes for three-legged cats

The deer is normally quite friendly and has been known to approach humans.

Warning after photographer attacked by 'normally friendly' deer

Mairi Gougeon with Kirsteen Campbell and Pet Aid coordinator, Carrie Gianelli.(Scottish SPCA)

Scottish SPCA welcomes support of Cabinet Secretary Mairi Gougeon for Pet Aid in...

A flock of ducklings were rescued from the M80 on Friday morning.

Six ducklings rescued from central reserve of busy motorway

The otter was found strangled by fishing line in the reservoir at Tweedsmuir in the Scottish Borders

Otter's horrific death prompts warning to Scottish anglers

Maverick could have hopped on the lorry at any one of the 8 stops.

Mystery over stowaway cat 'Maverick' who toured Scotland in delivery van

Once back on firm ground, the mystery cat tucked into some food before running off again.
Pic: SSPCA

Adventurous cat rescued from harbourside crane by Scottish SPCA

Dexter is back on dry land in the safe hands of the Scottish SSPCA.

VIP helicopter flight home from North Sea oil platform for wandering cat Dexter

Greyhound racing at Shawfield Stadium. Picture: Ian Rutherford

MSPs urged to 'lead the way' by banning greyhound racing in Scotland

The white-tailed eagle after he was rescued.
Pic: RSPB

Soggy sea eagle returns to the skies over Rum in the Hebrides

Toodles was one of three cats which died.(Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Three cats dead in 24 hours in Fife town amid fears of deliberate poisoning

Handsome Hendrix, who has finally found a forever home with Scottish SPCA animal helpline operator Ruth.

Hendrix the dog finds his forever home

Scottish SPCA appeals for donations after Storm Arwen destroys horse shelters in Aberdeenshire (Picture credit: Scottish SPCA)

SSPCA appeals for donations after Storm Arwen destroys horse shelters
The Scottish SPCA is appealing for donations to help rebuild a number of horse shelters in Aberdeenshire after they were destroyed by Storm Arwen last month.

The swans are known to frequent the local pub.

Warning not to feed swans at Irvine shopping centre and pub

Inhumane: Who could dump this wee cutie by a roadside to die?

Scotland's animal charity warns that 'puppies are not Christmas presents'

A Staffordshire bull terrier cross has been taken in as a stray by the Scottish SPCA after a member of the public found him lying in a field next to their house on Crowlin Crescent.

Scottish SPCA try to trace owners of dog found lying out in rain

A cat escaped from the bin lorry after in The Orchard area of Tullibody, Clackmannanshire, on November 16.

‘Terrified’ cat dumped in wheelie bin escapes from bin lorry

The Scottish SPCA confirmed that HN51 was detected among wild birds in Fife and Angus.

Bird flu in Scotland: Fife and Angus confirmed as wild birds infected with HN51

The image from Fife Jammers showed a snake at a clothing point

Snake spotted on streets of Scottish town

L-R Paloma the horse before and after being rehomed.
Paloma was seized by a Scottish SPCA inspector because she was in terrible condition. She had overgrown feet and was covered in sores because her body was riddled with lice. Worst of all, she was pregnant whilst in this state. Under the care of the Scottish SPCA, Paloma gave birth to baby Beau. They were both healthy and living the best life they could in their stable and field, but they had to wait over 500 days to be rehomed because they were part of a court case. Thankfully, they were both rehomed and are now happily settled with their new owner (Photo: SSPCA).

‘Game-changing legislation will benefit thousands of rescue animals’, says SSPCA

Red came to the sanctuary in poor condition.

'Broken' dog Red rehomed after tireless care by Scottish SPCA

"Forbes did give me a big cuddle so I’m hopeful that he remembered us.

Edinburgh family find missing cat after he went missing a decade ago

Scottish SPCA: Scottish animal charity caring for young ringed seal - a species normally found in arctic waters

Scottish animal charity caring for young ringed seal

The hamsters were abandoned in a distinctive cage by the side of the road (Pic: Scottish SPCA)

Hamsters abandoned in cage by side of busy Fife road

The puppy was found in a terrible condition in the park.

Abandoned puppy found 'dehydrated and in poor condition' in city park

Hedgehog found trapped in netting picture: SSPCA

Hedgehogs found strangled in football nets prompts wildlife warning

Tigger was shot in the paw and had to have his leg amputated.

Scottish SPCA appeal after a cat was shot and had to have its leg amputated

The Scotsman Top Stories

Scotland has failed to meet its latest target for reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, the latest official figures show. Picture: John Giles/PA Wire

Fail: Scotland misses climate target

Pro-independence protesters with Scottish Saltire flags (top) march for Scottish independence. Picture: Andy Buchanan/AFP via Getty Images

Yousaf: Growing popular support for Yes the only way to Scottish independence

Nadine Dorries. Picture: Dan Kitwood/Getty Images

SNP MP cleared of bullying Nadine Dorries