The RSPCA Leicestershire, Peterborough and Rutland Branch is asking the community for more volunteers and donations to help care for local animals on February 14, 2026. This branch, which recently expanded its coverage to include Peterborough, is an independent charity that operates without government funding or money from the national RSPCA’s central budget.
Due to a critical shortage of funds, the branch has been forced to suspend its welfare assistance program, which provided vouchers for emergency veterinary care to pet owners in need. To raise the money required for its animal welfare work, the charity relies on local support and the revenue from its charity shops, including the location in Whittlesey.
According to the Charity Commission, the branch is a separate organisation (Registered Charity No. 222621) run by a committee of locally elected volunteers. Residents can support the cause by donating money, giving items to be sold in the local charity shops, or signing up to work as shop assistants.
The regional rehoming hub at the Block Fen Animal Centre in Wimblington is also currently at capacity and requires public donations of food and bedding. This centre handles the rescue and rehoming of animals from across the Peterborough area and continues to struggle with limited space due to high demand.
Residents interested in helping can contact the branch to volunteer for roles such as shop work or animal care support. These contributions are vital to ensure that local pets and their owners can continue to receive assistance during emergencies.
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