Clares Mobile Pet Microchipping and scanning Services

22/06/2025

We are appealing to find our gorgeous senior citizen, Jock, a family who can provide the end of life care he needs.

Jock is almost 15 years old and came to the Shelter around four weeks ago after his owner’s health declined. Since being with us, our team and vets have noticed signs of dementia and recently Jock has become more confused, occasionally forgetting he has back legs to walk on! He takes pain medication but otherwise is physically well.

We feel that it would be in Jock’s best interests to spend the time he has left in an understanding home with a family who can help him feel safe, loved and secure.

Jock has a lovely personality. He adores people and will happily greet everyone with a waggy tail, and he absolutely LOVES a good fuss – he’ll gently rest his head on your leg when he’s ready for cuddles.

He would be happiest in a quiet adult home (ages 16+), as he can get a bit anxious around children. He is not a fan of other dogs and will chase cats so he needs to be the only pet.

He doesn’t need to go on walks so he’d love a spacious garden where he can potter around at his own pace. Jock is a great passenger in the car, especially if you have a ramp to help him in and out, and he’s perfectly content being left alone for a few hours with the radio on.

If you’ve got a quiet home, a comfy spot on the sofa, and plenty of affection to give, Jock could be your perfect match - email 👉 [email protected] 👈 to find out more!

To see all our pets needing homes, please visit 👉 www.gawa.org.uk

29/05/2024

News story
Pet Abduction Bill becomes law
New legislation creates specific offences for dog and cat abduction in England and Northern Ireland

From:
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs
Published
24 May 2024

Legislation to make pet abduction a criminal offence received Royal Assent today (24 May).

Under the Pet Abduction Act 2024 – which was a Private Members’ Bill sponsored by Anna Firth MP and Lord Black of Brentwood and supported by the Government – anyone found guilty of stealing a pet in England or Northern Ireland will face up to five years in prison, a fine, or both.

The new law recognises that cats and dogs are not inanimate objects but sentient beings capable of experiencing distress and other emotional trauma when they are stolen from their owners or keepers.

Evidence from the Pet Theft Taskforce suggests around 2,000 dog and over 400 cat theft crimes were reported to police in 2020, causing considerable distress for owners and their pets alike. With an estimated 28% of UK adults owning a dog and 24% owning a cat, pet theft is a major concern to the public.

Support for the Act builds upon wider action to protect pets from theft, including making the microchipping of cats compulsory from 10 June 2024. This makes it easier for lost, stray or stolen pets to be reunited with their owners and returned home safely.

28/04/2024

New legislation laid in Parliament today introducing mandatory cat microchipping

25/05/2023

25/05/2023

'I have absolutely no idea where she’s been for three years, it’s a complete mystery.'

13/03/2023

While microchipping your cat isn't compulsory at the moment, the Government's announcement on 13 March 2023 means that all pet cats in England must be microchipped by 10 June 2024 and you may be fined up to £500 if you don't comply

08/07/2022

Heatstroke in cats is a life-threatening emergency. Know the signs, and know what to do.