Animals in Distress - Torbay & Westcountry

Animals in Distress - Torbay & Westcountry Animals in Distress is a local animal welfare charity that takes in, cares for and rehomes hundreds of cats, dogs, rabbits and guinea pigs every year.

The Animal in Distress Rescue Centre is based at Ipplepen, near Newton Abbot, Devon. Animals come to the Rescue Centre for a variety of reasons, including bereavement, illness, breakdown of relationships, financial hardship, straying, cruelty, neglect or abandonment. When the lives of South Devon’s pets fall apart, Animals in Distress is here to pick up the pieces. We aim to never turn away an

animal in distress, and it is our policy to give them the best possible care while they are waiting to be rehomed. Every effort is made to ensure that prospective owners find the right pet for them. Home checks are carried out, and all animals are checked by our veterinary surgeon. All cats and dogs are microchipped, vaccinated and neutered before rehoming. Without the help of our generous supporters in the local community and beyond, we simply wouldn’t be able to provide this vital service. Thank you so much for your support.

In the cattery we have recieved a lovely rehoming update on Kenco, a feral cat who couldn’t be touched here at the centr...
09/06/2026

In the cattery we have recieved a lovely rehoming update on Kenco, a feral cat who couldn’t be touched here at the centre!😯♥️

‘’Hello, I wanted to share some photos of Osbert (previously Kenco) who I adopted from you at the end of March!

Os has settled in amazingly. It was a month or so before I could touch him but now he loves strokes and attention and always seems excited to see me. He plays all the time, especially with his favourite pom-pom, and he's been exploring outside (although I think he likes the housecat life).

He hasn't been sure about sitting on beds or sofas up til now, but just this morning he jumped up on the bed with me (last photo!)

He's a great example of how adopting a semi-feral cat can be really special and rewarding ❤️ thank you for bringing us together.

⚽TONIGHTS THE NIGHT ⚽⚽ Charity Football Match – Tuesday, 9th June 2026 ⚽The amazing staff and crew at Splashdown Quaywes...
09/06/2026

⚽TONIGHTS THE NIGHT ⚽
⚽ Charity Football Match – Tuesday, 9th June 2026 ⚽
The amazing staff and crew at Splashdown Quaywest are lacing up their boots for a charity football match in support of us as their Charity of the Year for 2026.
This is just one of the many fantastic fundraising activities they have planned throughout the year, and we're incredibly grateful for their support.
If you'd like to watch what is sure to be a fiercely competitive match, come along and cheer them on!
See the poster for full details. We hope to see you there! 🎉⚽

Harriet has been having a very lazy Bunday Monday! 🐰💚Harriet has pasteurella, so we're hoping to introduce her to Mason,...
08/06/2026

Harriet has been having a very lazy Bunday Monday! 🐰💚

Harriet has pasteurella, so we're hoping to introduce her to Mason, who also has the condition. If they get on well, they'll be able to find a home together without putting any healthy rabbits at risk.

Pasteurella is a bacterial infection that commonly affects rabbits' respiratory systems, often causing symptoms such as sneezing, snuffles and runny eyes or noses. With the right care and treatment, many rabbits with pasteurella can still enjoy happy, comfortable lives. 💕

Please keep your fingers crossed that it's a love match for these two! 🤞🐰🐰

Great news for Nero, Ruby and Gunny (now Hunny), who all went to their wonderful forever homes this week! 🐾We're so happ...
07/06/2026

Great news for Nero, Ruby and Gunny (now Hunny), who all went to their wonderful forever homes this week! 🐾

We're so happy for them and wish them all the very best in their new lives. Thank you to everyone who chose to adopt and give these lovely dogs the happy futures they deserve ❤️

Cheeto is a confident, handsome boy who came into our care as a stray. Despite his unknown past, he is incredibly friend...
07/06/2026

Cheeto is a confident, handsome boy who came into our care as a stray. Despite his unknown past, he is incredibly friendly, affectionate, and loves being around people. He’s a chatty boy who will happily let you know when he wants attention, and his favourite place to be is curled up on a warm lap for a snooze.

Cheeto is looking for a home as the only pet, with a safe garden away from busy roads where he can explore and roam. He will also need to stay on renal food and biscuits for the rest of his life. For more information about this, please feel free to call or email us.

If you think you could offer Cheeto his forever home, apply today!

https://animalsindistress.uk.com/animal/cheeto/

Missy is a sweet and affectionate girl who is looking for a calm, loving home to call her own. She enjoys company, loves...
07/06/2026

Missy is a sweet and affectionate girl who is looking for a calm, loving home to call her own. She enjoys company, loves a fuss, and will happily spend her days relaxing close to her favourite people.

Missy could live with older children but is looking for a home with no other pets, as she prefers the quieter life and would love to be the centre of your attention.

Having previously lived as an indoor cat, Missy would greatly benefit from access to a safe garden away from busy roads, where she can enjoy exploring the outdoors at her own pace.

If you can offer this lovely girl the forever home she deserves, we’d love to hear from you.

https://animalsindistress.uk.com/animal/missy/

🐾❤️ Maverick was so pleased with his new toy that he just had to take it with him on his walk today! ❤️🐾This handsome bo...
06/06/2026

🐾❤️ Maverick was so pleased with his new toy that he just had to take it with him on his walk today! ❤️🐾

This handsome boy is still looking for his forever home.

www.animalsindistress.uk.com/animal/maverick

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💕 Baby guinea pig news! 💕Lovely Marshmallow, one of the guinea pigs rescued from the hoarding situation, has given birth...
05/06/2026

💕 Baby guinea pig news! 💕

Lovely Marshmallow, one of the guinea pigs rescued from the hoarding situation, has given birth to three beautiful babies! 🐹🐹🐹

Mum and babies are all doing well ❤️

Now we need your help! What should we call the little ones? We'd love to hear your name suggestions in the comments below 👇

04/06/2026

🐾 Hippo Update! 🐾

Just look at that happy face! ❤️

Hippo is feeling SO much better now, and is enjoying plenty of soft treats while he recovers from his BOAS surgery. 😋

A huge thank you to everyone who donated to Hippo's appeal. Thanks to your kind support, Hippo can already breathe more easily 💙 The best is yet to come for this gorgeous boy - we will keep you updated on all his progress.

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🏳️‍🌈 We are delighted to be invited back to Torbay Pride and run the dog show 🐾🐶, we will be also be there with our stal...
04/06/2026

🏳️‍🌈 We are delighted to be invited back to Torbay Pride and run the dog show 🐾🐶, we will be also be there with our stall so pop by and say hello 👋🏻🏳️‍🌈

Pup parents, you loved it so much last year... we are thrilled to announce our second annual Torbay Pride Dog Show - courtesy of and organised by Animals in Distress - Torbay & Westcountry! 🐾❤️
📅 - Saturday, 13th June
📍 - Torre Abbey Meadows
💸 - £3 for each entry
The show runs from 2:00pm till 4:00pm, with registration opening at midday 🗳️
And, we've got some absolutely fabulous sponsors for our prizes: Sticks and Bones, .canine.services .k9.supplies, Big Green Hound and 🐶
👩‍🏫Classes:
1. Prettiest Girl
2. Most Handsome Boy
3. Cutest Puppy (under 1yr old)
4. Golden Oldie
5. Best Rescue
6. Waggiest Tail
7. Best Diva
8. Most Fabulous (Doggy and Owner Combo)
9. Loveable Rogue (Scruffiest Doggy)
10. Child's Best Friend (Young Adult 6-16yrs and Doggy Combo)
11. Champion of Champions

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Biltor, Edgelands Lane
Ipplepen
TQ125UF

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