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provides care, shelter and a rehoming service for hundreds of animals each year.

02/11/2026

Meet Wilbur 💙

Just look at those eyes! 👀 At 7 months old, this handsome white lop rabbit is full of confidence, curiosity and character.

Wilbur came into our care through no fault of his own and is now ready to find a loving new home. He loves being around people, will happily follow you about and is always keen to investigate if you’ve got treats!

He also enjoys a little fuss once he knows you, plus plenty of foraging and enrichment.

Wilbur is neutered and looking for a home with an existing neutered female rabbit, with a neutral space for bonding.

👩‍👩‍👦‍👦 Can live with children 10+
🐶🐱 Could live with other pets if kept safe and separate
www.bristolarc.org.uk/pets/wilbur/

01/11/2026

🌱❤️ Happy World Vegan Day!

And what better way to celebrate than by introducing you to Rocky, our dashing older gentleman!

At 13 years young, this Jack Russell cross is still full of cheeky charm. He loves toys, treats, sniffy walks and, most of all, being close to his humans. Got a spare lap? Rocky’s already on his way! 🥰

Rocky came to us as a stray, and sadly, nobody came forward to claim him. Now, he’s looking for a loving, adult-only home with someone around most of the day.

This World Vegan Day, we're celebrating compassion for animals in all their forms. And for Rocky, the dream is simple: a comfy home, a loving human and plenty of cuddles. 💚

👩‍👩‍👦‍👦 Adult only home
www.bristolarc.org.uk/pets/rocky/

31/10/2026

🎃 Happy Halloween from Goose!

Just how adorable is our ferret playroom looking?! Our amazing carers have given it a Halloween makeover, and we think Goose approves!

But there’s one little ghoul still waiting for her happy ending… 🥹

Albino ferrets can sometimes be overlooked, but don’t let those red eyes fool you. There’s nothing scary about Goose! She’s a sweet, sociable little mischief-maker who loves climbing, chasing the broom while her carers try to clean, and curling up in her hammock for a nap.

Goose is a bit of a special case when it comes to finding her perfect home. We’ve tried introducing her to lots of different ferrets, but she’s found these introductions overwhelming and hasn’t formed a bond with them. We think she may get along with a particularly calm, older male ferret, but otherwise, Goose could be rehomed as an only ferret.

While we wouldn’t usually recommend this for ferrets, Goose has absolutely thrived in her foster home, forming lovely bonds with people. With plenty of time for play, attention and cuddles, she could be perfectly happy as your one and only!

🧑‍🧑‍🧒‍🧒Can live with children aged 12+
🐶🐱 Could live with other pets if kept safe and separate
www.bristolarc.org.uk/pets/goose/

30/10/2026

With Firework season around the corner, lots of us will be worrying about how our pets will cope with fireworks. 🎆

Fireworks can be frightening for animals, so it’s worth getting prepared now. From creating a safe space to adjusting your evening routine, here are 10 tips to help keep your pets safe and settled.

🐾 Swipe through for our top tips, and visit our website to watch our video for more advice.

www.bristolarc.org.uk/10-top-tips-to-keep-your-pet-safe-during-fireworks-season/

29/10/2026

Our Halloween Quiz is tomorrow! 🎃

Last chance to get your team booked in! Grab your mates, come up with your most ridiculous team name and get ready for a night of spooky questions, questionable answers and plenty of laughs.

Friday 30 October
Left Handed Giant, St Philip’s Tap Room
Doors 6:30pm | Quiz starts 7pm
Teams of up to 8 | £30 per team

That’s just £3.75 each for a full team! And best of all, your ticket helps us care for animals who need us.

It’s going to be a good one, so don’t miss out!

🎟️ Book your team now: www.bristolarc.org.uk/events/halloween-quiz-night/

28/10/2026

🍂 Here's a snapshot of September at Bristol A.R.C.!

It was another busy month, from helping 24 animals find their forever homes to providing vital veterinary care for pets across Bristol.

24 animals rehomed
197 vet consultations
81 neuters
53 microchips
11 other surgical procedures

The veterinary, neutering, microchipping and surgical figures include both animals in our care and owned pets accessing our services.

And none of this would be possible without your support. 💙 If you'd like to help us keep helping, healing and homing animals, you can make a donation today.

➡️ www.bristolarc.org.uk/donate/

27/10/2026

It’s National Black Cat Day! 🖤

Black cats and bad luck? We think that’s a load of hocus pocus.

Black cats have been linked with witches and superstition for centuries, making them a Halloween favourite. But sadly, that age-old reputation can follow them into rescue centres, where black cats are often overlooked by potential adopters.

The truth? They’re just cats! With their own personalities, quirks and little ways of winning you over. 🖤

So, this National Black Cat Day, why not give the superstition a miss and give a black cat a chance instead?

Take a look at the lovely black cats waiting for their forever homes at Bristol A.R.C.
👉 www.bristolarc.org.uk/adopt-a-rescue-cat/

26/10/2026

THE FULL LINE-UP IS IN… and it's a cracker! 🎤

BARC Out Loud: A Christmas Cracker is bringing the laughs with a brilliant lineup led by award-winning Bristolian comedian Abi Clarke alongside:

Burt Williamson
Emma Hughes
Tom Hutchinson
Jo Somner
June Tuesday
Sam Hawkins

All hosted by the brilliant MC Louise Leigh!

Thursday 26 November
Paintworks Event Space, Bristol
Doors 7pm | Show 7:30-10:30pm
£15 per ticket

Two previous BARC Out Loud nights. Two sell-outs. And tickets for this one are selling FASTTTT. 👀 Don’t leave it too late!

A huge thank you to our sponsors for making it happen. ❤️ Natural Treats Bristol & ELM Legal Services

Book now! www.bristolarc.org.uk/events/barc-outloud-a-christmas-cracker/

25/10/2026

Did you know we do educational talks?
We love sharing what we do here at Bristol A.R.C., spreading the word about animal welfare and inspiring the next generation of animal lovers.

Our wonderful volunteer Shelley visits schools, educational groups and more, bringing our work to life through presentations, fun activities and plenty of opportunities to ask questions.

Here’s a peek at a recent session with Bristol Works 👋

A huge thank you to Shelley for sharing her time and knowledge.💚

If your school, group or organisation would like to find out more about our educational talks, we’d love to hear from you.
www.bristolarc.org.uk/help-and-advice/book-a-talk/

24/10/2026

Meet Pearl! 💗 A big girl with an even bigger personality!

This 3-year-old Mastiff cross has gorgeous brown eyes, a pink nose and plenty of energy. She loves squeaky toys, balls, treat-based games and learning new tricks. She’s also a big fan of splashing about in water… just be prepared for a bit of slobber!

Pearl can get over excited when greeting people and sometimes forgets just how big she is, so she’ll need a physically strong handler to help her with her training. She’s also working towards a healthier weight with short, regular walks.

👩‍👩‍👦‍👦 Can live with children 16+
🐶🐱 Can’t live with other cats or dogs
https://www.bristolarc.org.uk/pets/pearl/

Address

48 Albert Road
Bristol
BS20XA

Telephone

+441179776043

Website

http://www.bristolarc.org.uk/

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