Campaigns and Views
Animal Welfare Private Members’ Bills
In 2021, the Government’s Kept Animals Bill began its journey into law. However, after a promising start, progress stalled and the Bill was eventually shelved in May 2023. In its place, three separate Private Member’s Bills (non-Government led legislation) have been introduced in Parliament in…
American Bully XL ban: What does this mean for owners?
On 15 September 2023 the Prime Minister announced plans to ban American Bully XLs in England and Wales; and on 18 January 2024 the Scottish Government announced an XL Bully ban in Scotland, which replicates the laws set in England and Wales.
Celebrating 140 years of Battersea being here for cats
Calling all cat lovers! 2023 marks the 140th anniversary of cats graciously letting Battersea be part of their lives. So crack out the cake and the catnip, because it’s time to celebrate 140 years of cattitude at Battersea.
Statement – Response following Prime Minister’s call to ban American Bully XLs
Battersea is part of the Dog Control Coalition, which is made up of RSPCA, Blue Cross, Battersea, Dogs Trust, Hope Rescue, Scottish SPCA, The Kennel Club and British Veterinary Association.
As experts in animal welfare, we have provided the following statement in relation to the Prime…
Pet Friendly Properties Progress update 2023
It’s now nine months since the Government published its White Paper ‘A fairer private rented sector’, trailing new legislation to reform the rented housing sector in England.
Battersea sees increase in pets arriving because owners can’t afford vet bills
Battersea Dogs & Cats Home is seeing more and more family pets coming through its gates because their owners cannot afford to pay their vet bills.