ADVICE AND HELP WANTED

This page is for anyone requesting advice or help on any Animal Rescue issues. Hopefully another visitor will be able to help. Please give your e-mail address or telephone number for a response and submit your request using the NOTICES FORM.
If you are able to respond to any of these requests please contact the person directly.

19 Aug:
farnborough: hi i went on a walk with my puppy and we found this field with horses in and i had my child and she dose horse ridding and has a horse and she was looking at them and one of horses had lumps all over her face and when you put your hand over her back she whould jump like you were going to hit her.then the next horse was a white horse and you ccould see all its ribs and feel them it was horrible and when you feel the horse all there skins are all horrible and the manes re all like they have not been wash for more then a year.In the field there is lots and lost of ragwort and you no it is poisonous to horse. so i whould like to no if you could help please
contact: danninev@hotmail.com or 07806642967

3 Aug:
Bristol: Hi,my cat brought in a baby pigeon last night - pretty banged up, but it has survived the night and is looking 'perky' so wondering what we do? It is half way between 'chick fluff/down' and feathers. I haven't seen any nests in the local area and do not want to leave it out in the hope that the parents will return as the area is full of cats.
Do you know of any centres in the Bristol area that I can take it? Also looking on information on what I should feed it? Hope you can help. Regards Jamie
contact: jamie.tovey@btinternet.com; 07818037151

1 Aug:
Neath This is regarding a fox which visits most nights and sits outside our front garden and barks or calls for its mother who we believe has been killed. He/she is very thin and bedraggled and needs help. I have contacted our local RSPCA who asked if I could catch it and put it in a shed. I am afraid it wll get hit by a car. This has been going on for a few weeks now and it seems desperate. Can anyone help please?
contact: CatherineABurrows@hotmail.com

Hi this is a message to Catherine A Burrows regarding the fox cub i have tried to email you without success please contact National Fox Welfare Society on 01933411996.Im sure they can help you

31 July:
yorks.boundary East.West. Snaith: I have a wounded kestrel in my garden. wing injury been here for 48 hrs canot aprehend. anyoneskilled to help save it please. any tel No.
contact: trevor.h.anson@btinternet.com 01405861616

29 July:
Grays, Essex: Dear Sirs, I love my dog Mia very much she is a brindle staff with a half white collar and chest, she is 4 1/2 years old. I am devastated to be contacting rehoming centers for her because I am due to have my home repossessed in the next few months and am in a panic in case I cannot find a really good home for her by then. I will be staying with friends who have cats, which Mia wants to chase. I have contacted the RSPCA but they have a 6-month wait list. Please can you help/advise me? ps. When I successfully rehome Mia I would like to show my appreciation by volunteering at the center who help me. I am interested becoming a home checker/follow-up home checker. I live in Grays & work in Romford. Thank you Naomi 07717 266 714

28 July:ottinghamshire: Dunroamin K 9 Rescue ..we rescue, care for and then rehome dogs. With your help we can do it. We are looking for : Adoption Homes for our dogs, Foster homes for our dogs, volunteers to help in Fundraising, donations of food, treats and toys, bedding and towels.
contact: info@dunroamin-k9rescue.org.uk

27 July:
Caerphilly South Wales: Hi I have a 22 year mare and would like to retire her in a home where I know she can be looked after properly, I am finding it difficult affording to keep her and my other three, so would appreciate advice, I do not want to sell her as a companion as she may not be cared for.. Cheers Diane
contact: dianeharding@orange.net

20 july:
Penrhyn Bay: Hello, I was wondering whether there is an overseas cat protection branch, in Sorrento, Italy? thank you
contact: ellen.jones11@tiscali.co.uk

19 July:
Warwick: We have a french Lop rabbit,we were told HE was a boy but we are not sure if he is a she, anyway this is not the problem, we have an enclosed garden and therefore like to let him run free along with our guinea pigs when we are in the garden which is a lovely sight, we placed logs around the bottom of the fence and he has never really bothered to dig as he has the freedom of the garden but just recently he has been more and more determined to escape we have blocked any new attempts but fear it is only a matter of time before he is successful, I don't like to see animals caged and this is bringing us nearer to the option of re-homing him/her to somebody who has other rabbits and maybe a big run (he lives in a house in the shed and has a cat flap leading to a 3'x3' pen)is there anything you can recommend other than keeping him locked away. Your advice would be greatly appreciated.
Regards
Ricky Clark
contact: rickyclark256@hotmail.com

25 June: glasgow: looking for a rescue centre for cavies near me in glasgow that i can visit and maybe get two cavies to look after.
contact: cooksin2005@yahoo.co.uk

20 June;
Stourbridge: Does anyone know of an enclosed field where I can let my greyhounds off to run as they are aggressive towards small dogs? Thanks Claire
contact: clairepennell@blueyonder.co.uk

Epsom Surrey: Hi Hope somone can help, we have got a sqirrell living in our loft it gets in through two holes in the eaves. Need to get rid of it but don't know how. Can't get through to speak to anyone at the RSPCA. HELP!!!
contact: lclarke1910@yahoo.co.uk

17 june:
Knaresborough, North Yorkshire: I would be grateful if you could help me to contact someone who can provide a mate or 2 female Muscovy ducks for our male who we have on park. We are a large caravan park in Knaresborough and we originally had 8 of these ducks but they have gradually disappeared, leaving just one resident, Arthur!
If you can help in any way I would be grateful - free to good homes or at a cost; we don't mind - just let us know! Kindest Regards Helen contact: mallamdale@yahoo.co.uk

13 June: cardiff: there is a dog tied to a line post 24/7, left out in rain hail sun etc, i have called rspca 3 times they have done nothing but said are dealing with my report. dog has no shelter and barks most of the night. who else apart from rsoca can help
contact: julieac38@hotmail.com

12 June:
fordingbridge dorset: hi found baby pigeon in garden was being chased by cat ..in shed ..got appetite back bread and water...looks ok not old enough to fly anybody want him or any sancturies local...tried web no answer...what else can i feed it ..can t find nest help please ...third day tomorrow since found
contact: 07925 209 412

9 June:
Halesowen,West Midlands: we have found a pigeon with a suspected broken wing and leg. we are looking after it but don't know what to do with this bird! can you help us or give us any advice. is there any place we could take? contact: 0121 550 1003

belfast city: I have found a baby finch, today, had to move it from where it was found because of cats and dogs, i have brought it just accross the road to my house, its feeding for me, i phoned a helpline, i dont know what to do i dont want it to die, other finches were in my garden earlier when they heard it calling but a cat got in and scared them away, WHAT DO I DO, its eating bread dipped in water and corned beef and water ?? I have it in a safe area in the garden, please help me??????????????
contact: 02890 296011

8 June:
Hungerford,Berkshire: I wonder if you can help me. We have an old wooden bat box that is rotting and falling apart I know that I have some bats in our roof where they are safe but I cannot tell without disturbing this box if there are any in there could you give me some advice as to what I can do please? Many thanks in advance
contact: tbumbieris@tiscali.co.uk

7 june:
ashford, kent: Please help! The field ajacent to my cottage has been fenced in at the edge, and another fencing around many rabit warrens. The farmer intends to kill the now enclosed rabbits. Can I do anything to rescure them? I have access to the site.
contact: sterling.work@btinternet.com

5 June:
Sherwood, Nottingham: My neighbour has a dog and a puppy in her kept in her yard. They have inadequate broken down shelter, are never walked, she only is at home for a few minutes most days, stays at hoem some nights. The dogs bark continually and break out all the time. At present the puppy is tied to the house to stop it breaking out. I have reported this to the RSPCA 5 times and they do nothing. There is months worth of faeces in the yard.
It si driving me mad seeing and hearing such misery. Please help.
contact: bridgetclark5@hotmail.com / 07870 647946

4 June:
pontefract west yorkshire: ring neck dove broken wing - local bird rescue needed - not contacting rspca -found an owl with broken wing once they said they would put it to sleep
contact: 01977658340

24 May:
stalybridge: We have a very freindly fox visiting and we are worried for its welfare as she feeds out of your hand and comes into the house
contact: t.gary48@yahoo.co.uk

20 may;
Meopham in Kent: Have two peacock outside our house, been two weeks now noone has come forward to claim them, and have young children around. tried numbers from the internet, but all state they can not do anything, have tried to contact the RSPCB, but end up leaving messages. Please help, My number 07939 582 022
contact: kindy@mstermortgages.ltd.uk - 07939 582 022

19 May;
Mid Calder, Livingston: Have found an injured baby house sparrow in garden, any advice?
contact: moyra.kinghorn@tiscali.co.uk

18 May:
SOUTH WALES LLANELLI: I AM IN CATCH 22, WITH A DOG (PUPPY) THAT NEEDS RECUEING FAST!! (THE BREIF STOREY) IN THE PASSED MY NEIGHBOUR HAD 2 DOGS WHICH HAD NO LIFE AND WHERE CHAINED (ON ABOUT 4 METERS) FOR LIFE. NO WALKS, NO ATTENTION, LEFT OUT ALL DAY EVERY DAY EVEN IN FREEZING AND STORMY CONDITIONS. THEY USED 2 CRY, AND EVEN RESORTED 2 EATING THEIR WOODEN KENNELS OUT OF BOREDOM. WELL THEY BOTH DIED AFTER 13 OF IMPRISONMENT,LONELYNESS,HELL. YOUR PROBABLY THINKING WHY I HAVENT DO ANYTHING, WELL IVE TRIED IVE PHONED THE RSPCA MILLIONS OF TIMES BUT THEY CANT DO ANYTHING IF THE DOG IS BEING FED OR WATERED (WHAT A JOKE). WELL ANYWAYS MY NEIGHBOURS RESENTLY BOUGHT A NEW PUPPY. THEY ARE NOT BUYING THE DODS AS LOIVING PETS BUT AS (GUARD DOGS) ALARM SYSTEMS TO PROTECT THEIR STASHED BENEFITS!! A COUPLE OF WEEKS HAVE GONE BY AND THE SAME CURELTY CONTINUES. MY HEARTS SINKS 2 THINK THAT POOR DOG WILL BE THEIR WITH NO FREEDOM STIMIULATION FOR THE NEXT 15 YEARS. SOMEONE PLEASE HELP, I WILL BE GREATFUL FOR SUGGESTIONS 2.
contact: 07967711986

16 May:
Norwich: HI, I currently have 3 cats and will be going to do some voluntary work in Africa from around September for about 6 months. I really don't want to lose my cats altogether and am trying to find if there are any alternatives to putting them in a cattery for 6 months which is both very costly and awful for them. DO you know of any fostering agencies who would be able to help me?
contact: karenjopling@yahoo.co.uk

Carlton Yorkshire: I used to save men socks for the Donkeys when I lived in Surrey, they were used to help keep the donkeys feet dry in the winter, stoping them getting bad feet, can you tell me if any Donkey Sanctuary in yorkshire would like me to send them thees socks, can you e-mail me if there is one that uses socks, thakyou, Avis Simpson
contact: 01405861460 avissimpson@btinternet.com

Surrey: My father has recently passed away and has left behind a number of gorgeous young dogs, they desperately need re-homing, as I am unable to keep them. I need some urgent advise as to how I go about getting help. The dogs are all young healthy & friendly, there are a variety of different dogs that need new homes. If anyone can take any off me or know who I can ask for help, please contact me asap! Thank you
contact: maz_9584@hotmail.com or Marilyse.Corrigan@eastriding.gov.uk tel; 07890 554002

14 May:
Greenfield, Bedfordshire: We have a lame pheasant in our garden. He has been with us for about 3-4 weeks. He can hardly move around, and does not fly. We have been feeding him with bird seed, and giving him water. Apart from his injuries he seems quite healthy, but obviously we cannot keep him indefinitely. I would appreciate any advice you can give, or can he be collected by someone who can care for him.
contact: carole@carolecurson1.wanadoo.co.uk or 01525 714739, or 07722 831125

29 Apr:
Manchester: I am looking to rehome my 2 year old staffie-cross from my own home. Due to work committments I am unable to give him the attention that he deserves. Do you have any advice about the best way to rehome my dog from home and who i could contact to help me with the process?
contact: joclarke07@hotmail.com

24 Apr:
Tyne and Wear: I have rehomed a dwarf hamster she is 6 mths old but cant pick her up because she bites have tried picking it up with gloves on but she is very aggressive when i put my hand in to get her food dish or water bowl she really goes for me i have had hamster before but not dwarf please can you give me some advice as i would love to hold her thank you .
contact: marjorieboots@blueyounder.co.uk

22 Apr:
stafford: I have found a bird (pigeon) with ??broken/bleeding wing.. any suggestions?
contact: adriandavidi@yahoo.com

20Apr:
Reading: We have a 7year old boxer extremely loving who has a heart condition (since puppyhood)is on tablets Atenolol. we are moving out to Southern Spain in October,we don't know what to do about him as we know think it will be too much for him. He has recently started to dribble constantly like a tap, whereby we have to put a towel to catch it - the vets are not sure what is happening and are doing some tests. We believe he is in some sort or pain as he is also acting scared. Do you know of any place where we could leave him - we would want him loved as he has always been and would make a substanstial donation to anyone who looked after him. He is insured with petplan at the moment so the insurance if continued would cover his medical history. He is great with all other animals and children, very good around the house is trained and obedient. Any advise would be really appreciated. Thanks Judy
contact: judyandrichard@ntlworld.com

16 Apr:
Wimborne Dorset: Please can anyone advise me about an over frisky duck!! I currently have a male & female duck and 3 rescue battery hens. Unfortunately my male duck is totally out of control, to the extent that he has tried to mate with the chickens, only yesterday dragging one of them into the water! I would hate to lose him but he is out of control. Can anyone give me any advice please?
contact: 1207rober@armymail.mod.uk

14 Apr:
Surrey: Iam wanting to offer a home to a horse but not sure how to go about doing it and so could you give some advice on how to look for horses that need rehoming and would they would look for before i can rehome one
contact: christopher.crockford@yahoo.co.uk

1 April:
middlesbrough: there are ferrel cats in my back garden , and i would like them caught and removed. they are just fouling up my garden .
contact: 01642285637 liebling1135@aol.com

29 Mar:
Walsall: Can you help me I have a 9 year old german shepherd cross who I rescued from Rosedene when he was 4 months old and I love him dearly on the 3rd of May i will become homeless and I really don't no what is going to happen to him could you give me some advice on what I should do Ihope it will be short term but I really don't know.
contact: sharondevey@hotmail.co.uk

25 Mar:
fair haven: found a baby duck 8 years ago and he is still with me im not sure of some things and would love to talk to some one about him he is a beautiful drake mallard and was abandoned didnt have feathers yet when i found him now im not sure what or if he will survive in the world?
contact: scottygirl_24@hotmail.com

21 Mar:
United Arab Emirates: I have an African Grey Parrot who has fallen sick because I gave him sunflower seeds that had salt. Now he is scratching all the time and has scratched off all his neck feathers. Please help.
contact: ayeshsid@yahoo.com

10 Mar:
Warwickshire: Does anyone know of a good web hosting site. I'm looking to build a web page for my rescue animals, but would like something with more options like forums, more pages and something where I can put up lots of pictures and descriptions of my rescue animals. Any info, animal rescuers who already have a website that they are happy with or to be pointed in the right direction would be most appreciated.
contact: Sophie - t.a.r.r.s@hotmail.co.uk

8 Mar;
cardiff: please can you help me i have a cat that is not well and needs to see a vet urgent, i cannot afford private vet and already have 3 registered at the pdsa i am due to go away on sunday and my son will look after my cat but she really needs to see a vet before i go and time is running out, please can you tell me if there is a charity that can help me with vet fees as soon as possible . thank you miss evans
contact: lynnevans215@hotmail.com

10 Feb:
St. Osyth (near Clacton-on-Sea, Essex): There's a lovely young 'Gypsy' Colt all alone in a field behind my house. A very good natured, placid and friendly horse. He's intelligent and patient, but very sad. The owner hardly ever comes to the field. I've been feeding the horse (who seems to be in good condition) every day with hay, carrots and apples -- and trying to keep him company. I'm worried about what the poor horse's future may be as there were 7 to 8 other horses in the same field and all but this one have been removed. I can't afford to buy the horse, nor have the facilities to house him, but I'm thinking of leaving a note for the owner on the fence and asking him to ring me if he wants to sell the horse. If he does want to sell him has anyone any idea of how I could make contact with someone who wants to buy him? It's possible, if the owner wants to sell, that the horse would not be too expensive because he seems to be largely abandoned. Very concerned for him.
contact: feros@ferio.fsnet.co.uk

8 Feb:
London: my name is edward daffarn and i am a social worker in a community mental health team. please couls someone from your centre contact me regarding voluntary opportunities to work with dogs. i have a client that might benefit from your service. my telephone number is 0207 386 1271
thank you. regards, edward

29 Jan;
gtr manchester: Hi, i've been fostering a teacup yorkie who my husband nearly ran over for 2 weeks now. We took her too petmedics where they checked her over and gave her some medication for head tilt. she is very old approx 15 yrs, we asked to foster her becuase we know she has been looked after and the owner will probably be frantic, this and because petmedics say that she would be put down after 7 days coz of her age. We didn't want this at all!! Our 2 weeks was up 3 days ago so we contacted petmedics to arrange the next step, they said just take her to the dog home that they said2 weeks previous would put her down!! I'm deeply upset by this but also i'm upset that i have a beautiful little yorkie who's so nicely natured and loving and i know we can't keep her as we work and she really needs a companion 24hrs a day. Please somebody help me as i really have no cue which way to turn. thanx Lynette contact: lynette.page-evans@ntlworld.com

17 Jan:
Dereham Norfolk: Due to the fact that Mother-in-Law has had to go into a Home, we are left with her pet tortoise to care for but our dog will not leave it alone so he needs to be re-homed ( the tortoise that is !! ) Please can you help and advise ?
contact: ann.jewson@btopenworld.com

16 Jan:
wirral: hello i am currently wanting to own my own horse well eventually i went riding at fender valley when i was younger owning my own horse is something i have always wanted but i need to gain knowledge and experience before i buy one what would you sugest for me reguards mandie carter
contact: wirralarb@aol.com 01516458088

16 Jan:
southend: i've got an 8 month old dog that i really cant keep anymore and i dont know what to do! Any advice will be gratefully received Thank you
contact: mairede06@aol.com

11 Jan; Deajeon, South Korea: Hello, I am looking for an organization to help save 140 dogs from certain death. I am in Deajeon SOuth Korea and a private shelter is being forced to close down. All of the dogs will likely be destroyed or worse. Please help, or if you can't, can you direct me to another organization?
contact: chingafish@yahoo.com

9 Jan:
Blackpool: We have a 9 year old rescue greyhound called Roger. We have had him for 5 months now and he is settling in perfectly. He has a very placid nature and he is loving his new home. We got him from TIA rescue centre in Sowerby Bridge. Our only slight problem is his terrible wind!!!!! Not a major problem but the smell can be bad. We have altered his diet but getting no results. Has anyone had similar problems or can you give any advice? Many Thanks Dan, Catherine & Roger
contact: djpowell29@yahoo.com

9 Jan:
Cornwall: i have one rat which has recently lost her little friend. I am moving house and can't have ANY pets there so I'll have to get rid of the one i have. i don't really like the idea of takin her to RSPCA where she may spend the rest of her living days but, i don't have much time left....2 weeks tops. I've advertised but to no avail. Is there anything else I can try? I've emailed the local rat rescue about 2 months ago but with no replies so tried again but not holding hopes up on a reply. ANY ideas? nobody i know wants her even though i'm givin her away with the cage and supplies! I'm 8.5 moths pregnant as well so don't really need the stress at this time in my life. PLEASE HELP!! contact: biggady_bong@hotmail.com

11 Dec:
slough: We have a boxer dog who sadly bit on of my sons friends and now we have lost all confidence, We have tried to re home him but are now at our wits end, Can you help? Thanks, Erin
contact: 07790037616 or 01753541521

27 Nov:
Nottingham: Can anybody help with regards what company i get for my rabbit? Heard different things like to get a guinea pig but then not to. Help...Ive had my rabbit castrated just confused where to go now to get him some company! n where do i go locally to get a guinea pig?
contact: jconway64@hotmail.com

22 Nov:
Morpeth: I am trying to find out how I can adopt/sponsor a horse or pony in the Morpeth, Northumberland area. I did find a website recently, but unfortunately I am having difficulty finding it again and didn't print off any details. I would appreciate any help.
contact: christine.button@mckeags.co.uk

19 Nov: Hungary.We are two sisters from Hungary, and we ask your assistance.
We want to catch two farouch cats in a 50 m2 flat full of empty bottles, garbage and droppings. Their master was an alcoholic who died 6 weeks ago. The people of animal rescue didn t succeed in capturing them. So now we, who are not professionals will try it, without any special tools (e.g. noose, net )
We ask you to give us some cues, how to call forth the cats (e.g. with food) and how to seize them. We have time till Thursday.
Thanks for taking time out to support,
Kindest regards,
Zsofia, Eva
contact: zsofia.jakabffy@gmail.com

14 Nov;East Sussex: Today my dog found a very young hedghog he is quite weak, ive got him in a box in my lounge he has eaten some cat food witch i added a little water. He was very hungry, ive added some warm dry leaves for him, how or whats the best way to care for him.
contact: sunjunkie@hotmail.co.uk

13 Nov: Blyth/Newcastle on Tyne: Does anyone have or know of an enclosed piece of land where I can let my aggressive greyhound off his lead for a run. It must be away from any roads and other dogs.If you know of anywhere, can you please get in touch. Thankyou
contact: vickyanderson20022002@yahoo.co.uk

30 Oct: stockton-on-tees: i have german shepherd who cries quite a bit and also licks herself a lot before and during being on heat .is it possible that she could be in pain like humans sometimes are?
contact: marilyncurran@ntlworld.com

25 Oct: Fettercairn: hi i'm thinking of opening a recue centre for wildlife and animals that need help. I have had loads of experiance working on farms with sheep and cows. I've always had dogs and cats, i have a rabbit and a ferret and a huge tank of fish just now. i am a medic for the BDMLR (british divers marine life rescue)and my partner is just finishing a hnc in animal care is ther any thing that we need to do before opening our doors as such any information would be very helpful thanks
Stewart Burns 07788458503 contact: stewartburns21@hotmail.com

19 Oct: Weymouth, Dorset: hi, i have 5 corn snakes of varying ages and i am a little concerned about what i can get sorted out for them in the event of my death, there doesn't seem to be a lot of help around for this event for reptiles, so if you have any ideas or info, please contact me, thank you, take care, anita xx
contact: bejjag@tiscali.co.uk

Cheshire: I would like to rehome a hedgehog in my garden to eat the masses of slugs we have. I bought a hedgehog house 2 years ago and a big bag of food, but nobody has moved in! I live in Tattenhall, near Chester, does anybody know who's best to contact? Thanks very much.
contact: staqclab@castrol.com or 0151 348 6811 (day)

18 Oct: suffolk: need RETIREMENT FOR MY OLD HORSE PLEASE CAN YOU HELP contact: O1440703081

16 Oct: Cape Town: hi my name is amy trad i currently live in cape town s.a for the past month my husband and I have been in egypt traveling all over, and we have encountered a number of situations that would make you're heart miss a beat, the cats and dogs are starving hungry and in need of love, some are too scared from the abuse they just run and some walk right up to you are put their heads on you're lap in search of love and warmth. i have a egyptian passport and am willing to drop everything to do something, my husbands is more than supportive, all i need to know is how to start? the government would not help with funds for a building and i don't even know if there is and one qualified as a vet there. please how do i start? how do i get a sponsored web site who would be good to contact and and more info would be amazing! best wishes and many thanks contact: amy.cloete@yahoo.com 027 0725731478

10 Oct: notts: I have a six year old dutch warmblood who has various lameness problems and I have been told by Sue Dyson that he will be unable to do anything other than hack on bute. I do not have the facilities to keep him indefinitely now and I was wondering if you know of anybody that wants a companion horse/hack. He is a beautiful horse who had a great career in dressage ahead of him, and gets on with other horses and is nice to deal with etc. If you have any thoughts I would be very grateful, as my only alternative is to have him put to sleep. many thanks contact: n0163708@ntu.ac.uk