The theme for National Gardening Week 2024 (29 April–5 May) is ‘Knowledge is Flower.’ All week, experts at the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) will be on hand myth-busting, debunking and demystifying the wonderful world of gardening.

Dr Elizabeth Ormerod BVMS discusses potential risks to be aware of and ways to ensure gardens are safe for our pets.

SCAS is seeking experienced and enthusiastic individuals to join our Board of Trustees in key roles crucial to our mission. We are specifically looking for volunteers who are passionate about our cause and possess the skills and attributes necessary to contribute to the strategic direction, fundraising efforts, and general administration of the charity.

8 March 2024 is International Women’s Day, a day to celebrate the achievements of women, raise awareness about discrimination, and take action to drive gender parity and inclusion.

Dr. Rowena Packer from the Royal Veterinary College recently appeared as a guest on BBC Breakfast (link to broadcast) to share the most recent findings from their ‘Pandemic Puppies’ research programme. The Pandemic Puppies ‘The Pawfect Storm’ study, funded by Battersea, found high levels of problem behaviours and punishment-based training in the UK problem behaviours in a UK cohort of Pandemic Puppies aged 21 month.

Rowena’s study into Pandemic Puppies and children was funded by SCAS: ‘Pandemic Pals? Exploring the impact of puppy acquisition during the COVID-19 Pandemic upon the mental wellbeing of families with children‘.