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National Animal Welfare Trust (NAWT) We are an Animal Welfare Charity operating 5 rehoming centres across the South of England 🐾 http://www.nawt.org.uk
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This World Mental Health Day, we're thinking about the wellbeing of every animal in our care. 🌍When River returned to NA...
10/10/2026

This World Mental Health Day, we're thinking about the wellbeing of every animal in our care. 🌍

When River returned to NAWT Bedfordshire, the stress of kennel life was taking a toll on him in a way we couldn't fully understand. Despite extensive veterinary tests, extra food and enrichment, he continued to lose weight. It wasn't until he spent time in a foster home that we discovered just how much his environment was affecting him.

Thankfully, River's story had a happy ending. 🐾 But his journey is a powerful reminder that an animal doesn't always have to look stressed for their emotional wellbeing to be suffering.

In our latest blog, we share River's journey, alongside the stories of three NAWT Cornwall volunteers who have found friendship, purpose and a sense of belonging through spending time with the animals in our care.

Because rescue isn't just about food, shelter and finding loving homes. It's about understanding each animal as an individual, recognising their needs and helping them feel safe, happy and loved. 💙

📖 Read the full story on our website: https://www.nawt.org.uk/news/world-mental-health-day-rivers-story-and-the-importance-of-animal-wellbeing/

Meet Sherlock, a handsome 10-month-old bunny with a very important case to solve: finding his forever home! 🏡This lovely...
09/10/2026

Meet Sherlock, a handsome 10-month-old bunny with a very important case to solve: finding his forever home! 🏡

This lovely lad has a friendly, affectionate nature and loves being stroked, handled and spending time with his favourite people. Basically, if you’re looking for a little companion to share some quality time with, Sherlock is ready to investigate! 🥰

Sherlock would love a home where he can be the only rabbit, so he can enjoy plenty of fuss, attention and companionship from his humans. He’s looking for a family who’ll make him part of the household and give him all the love he deserves. 💕

Could you be the missing piece of Sherlock’s puzzle? 🧩🐾

👉 Find out more about Sherlock and register your interest via our website: https://www.nawt.org.uk/rehoming/animal/13155/

Meet Ozzie an 8-month-old little sweetheart with a BIG talent for making friends! 🥹Honestly, Ozzie seems to have everyon...
08/10/2026

Meet Ozzie an 8-month-old little sweetheart with a BIG talent for making friends! 🥹

Honestly, Ozzie seems to have everyone wrapped around his little paw. And it’s not hard to see why! He’s loving, playful, always ready for a cuddle and has just the right amount of kitten mischief. 😻

At only 8 months old, Ozzie is still very much a youngster and he’d love to find a home where he has another resident cat or kitten to keep him company. Someone to play with, explore with and curl up beside would make his new adventure even more special. 🐱❤️

And while he might have plenty of feline fun to keep him busy, there’ll definitely still be lots of love and cuddles left over for his humans!

Ozzie could potentially live with gentle, respectful children who understand how to give him space when he needs it. The team aren’t sure how he’d feel about dogs, so he’d prefer a dog-free home where he can settle in and enjoy being the centre of attention. 😉

🏡 Ozzie is looking for:
🐱 A home with another friendly cat or kitten
❤️ Lots of love and affection
🎾 Plenty of playtime and enrichment
👧 Potentially gentle, respectful children
🐶 A home without dogs

If you’re looking for a playful little companion who will fill your home with cuddles, love and a sprinkling of kitten chaos, Ozzie could be your boy! 🥰

Could your family and your feline friend have room for a little Ozzie?

👉 Find out more and register your interest via our website: https://www.nawt.org.uk/rehoming/animal/13244/ 🐾

07/10/2026

Meet Lisa, our Community Liaison Officer for NAWT Pet Support in Clacton! 💙

Lisa is out in the community helping pets and the people who love them, providing practical support, advice and a helping hand when it’s needed most.

And she’s already making a BIG difference…

🐾 733 animal support interactions
🏡 248 households supported
❤️ 15 animals relocated
🐱 Plus, a gorgeous litter of kittens microchipped!

At NAWT Pet Support, we believe that sometimes a little support at the right time can make all the difference - helping people overcome challenges and, wherever possible, keeping pets and their families together.

We’re so pleased to have Lisa out there supporting the Clacton community and can’t wait to see what she achieves next!

Find out more about NAWT Pet Support in Clacton via our website - www.nawt.org.uk 💙

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07/10/2026

We would be so grateful for any nominations we receive - thank you! 💙🐾

07/10/2026

🐾 URGENTLY LOOKING FOR CAT FOSTERERS! 🐱❤️

We are desperately in need of foster homes for cats. Could you offer a temporary home to an animal while they wait for their forever home?

We cover all the costs, so you don't need to worry about the expense.

All we ask is that you:
🐾 Live within a 30-minute drive of our centre.
🐾 Are able to bring your foster cat to us or to the vets when needed.
🐾 Have a safe, loving home to offer.

Fostering is incredibly rewarding and makes such a difference to animals in our care.

Could you help us? Please get in touch if you think you could become one of our fosterers. ❤️
To apply please follow the link
https://www.nawt.org.uk/foster-a-pet/

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Autumn is here 🍂 and while there’s plenty to love about crisp walks, crunchy leaves and cosy evenings, there are a few s...
06/10/2026

Autumn is here 🍂 and while there’s plenty to love about crisp walks, crunchy leaves and cosy evenings, there are a few seasonal hazards to keep in mind!

From fungi and fallen conkers to darker evenings and chilly weather, here are some simple ways you can help keep your pets safe this autumn. ❤️

🍄 Keep curious noses away from mushrooms and fungi
🌰 Watch out for conkers and acorns on walks
🍂 Check leaf piles for hidden hazards
🕯️ Keep candles, fires and heaters safely out of reach
🌧️ Dry wet fur after rainy walks
🧥 Give pets who feel the cold an extra layer when needed
🌙 Stay visible during darker walks

Save this post for your autumn walks and share it with another pet parent! 🐶🐱

Meet Earl, 37kg of oversized puppy, chaos and pure comedy! 😂Earl is a big boy with a BIG personality… and absolutely no ...
06/10/2026

Meet Earl, 37kg of oversized puppy, chaos and pure comedy! 😂

Earl is a big boy with a BIG personality… and absolutely no idea how big he actually is. 💙

This goofy lad came into the centre as a stray, so we don't know much about his past. What we do know is that he's incredibly clever, very food motivated and has a serious talent for making his humans hand over treats. 🍗

He knows all the important stuff like sit, lie down, wait but honestly, Earl thinks the REALLY important skills are knowing which toys are best and how to convince you that he definitely deserves another treat. 😉

He's a big, overgrown puppy who loves to play. Tug is currently a favourite, and he's also a fan of chasing and having fun with the flirt pole. Basically, if it involves running, wrestling or playing, Earl is probably interested! 🐾💨

And Earl is nothing if not social. He genuinely seems to think everyone he meets is his new best friend. Humans? Friends. Dogs? Friends. Pigs? Friends. Deer? Apparently also friends. 😂

He can sometimes forget that someone is holding his lead when he gets excited, but he's learning quickly and his food motivation is definitely helping him work on his manners!

Earl has met other dogs and LOVES to play, so he could potentially live with a confident, playful dog who can keep up with his wrestling and zooming. A bigger dog may be best suited to his energetic style.

🐱 Cats aren't for Earl he's simply too boisterous. He could potentially live with sensible children who are used to larger dogs.

🏡 Earl's ideal home:
❤️ Someone ready for a big, energetic character
🎓 Continued training and positive guidance
🎾 Lots of play and enrichment
🐕 Potentially a larger, playful dog friend
👧 Sensible children used to big dogs
🐱 No cats

Earl is goofy, affectionate, clever and guaranteed to keep you laughing.

If you're looking for a dog who will bring fun, chaos, cuddles and a LOT of personality into your life, look no further. 😂❤️

👉 Find out more about Earl and register your interest via our website: https://www.nawt.org.uk/rehoming/animal/13227/🐾

A good Will is the cat’s whiskers. 🐱And it could make a life-changing difference to a pet who needs us.1 in 2 homeless p...
05/10/2026

A good Will is the cat’s whiskers. 🐱

And it could make a life-changing difference to a pet who needs us.

1 in 2 homeless pets at NAWT are helped thanks to gifts left in Wills. From providing vital veterinary care and rehabilitation to giving animals the time, love and support they need to find their forever homes, gifts in Wills help us be there for pets when they need us most.

Every gift, however large or small, can help create a brighter future for homeless pets for generations to come. 💙

And if you’re thinking about making or updating your Will, we’ve partnered with Farewill to offer our supporters a free Will writing service.

It’s a simple way to put your wishes in place and you can choose to leave a lasting gift to NAWT at the same time.

👉 Find out more about leaving a gift in your Will and our free Farewill service via our website - https://www.nawt.org.uk/get-involved/remember-us-in-your-will/farewill/

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