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BBC News
27-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Abandoned dog found tied up without water in Cambridgeshire
An abandoned dog has been rescued after he was spotted with a rope fastened tightly around his neck and without food or three-year-old lurcher was found on 20 July in a distressed state by a passer-by, who rushed him to Woodgreen Pets Charity in Godmanchester, Krypto, after a canine character in the new Superman film, he was weak, vomiting and riddled with fleas but is receiving charity said although the dog was microchipped, the details were not registered, but they hoped he would be adopted once ready. Woodgreen said it was not known how long the lurcher had been left outside in hot is currently in temporary quarantine at the charity's headquarters for suspected mange - a contagious skin disease caused by said he was "already winning hearts at the charity", and his distinctive curled tail had been "affectionately dubbed his very own 'cape' by his carers".Head of rehoming Helen Stapleton said: "Krypto is still receiving treatment, so he isn't quite ready to be rehomed just yet. "He's just one of many dogs in our care who deserve their own superhero ending."Despite everything he's been through, he's incredibly affectionate and full of love. "He's shown real resilience, and he just needs someone to believe in him when the time comes to find him a new home."The charity, made famous by Channel 4 series The Dog House, said 42% of all dogs admitted to its Cambridgeshire centre in the past year were strays or had been abandoned. Follow Cambridgeshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
Yahoo
10-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Dog with 'grapefruit-sized' head tumour rescued
An animal rescue charity is urging people to seek help for sick pets after saving an elderly dog with a tumour "the size of a grapefruit" on its head. Terrier Norman, aged 11, was brought to Woodgreen Pets Charity in Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire, by its desperate owner who said they could not afford veterinary care. The dog had a 700g (1.5lb) growth - heavier than a bag of sugar - which the charity said was weighing down the small creature, was smelly and was attracting flies. Vets removed the benign growth in a "tricky, yet successful, operation" and Norman will be put up for rehoming, but the charity urged owners not to wait until an animal got into this state. The charity, made famous by Channel 4's series The Dog House, said Norman was brought in last month with a "growth the size of a grapefruit on his head, attracting flies and causing serious discomfort". His owner walked in asking for help, unable to afford food or the urgent vet treatment Norman needed, they said. The charity described Norman's tumour as "a huge, ulcerated lump". Helen Stapleton, head of intake and rehoming at Woodgreen, said: "The lump was so large and heavy that it dominated Norman's small body. It must have been very uncomfortable for him. "Luckily, Norman is doing well - he loves a cuddle and belly rub. "Norman's story is a stark reminder of the growing number of pet owners who are facing financial hardship because of the cost-of-living crisis, and are therefore having to make heartbreaking decisions. Sadly, we're seeing more cases like Norman's at Woodgreen," she added. The charity said it was hearing more and more stories of pet owners who were turning to food banks to feed both themselves and their animals, and said: "A significant concern is that we're seeing a growing number of owners delay veterinary visits out of fear they won't be able to afford the bill. "Sadly, this can potentially lead to longer-term or more serious health issues, and greater discomfort for pets – like Norman's case. "We urge anyone who's struggling to seek support before they reach this point." Follow Cambridgeshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X. Hot dogs and cool cats – advice for pet owners Calls to charity for pet help rise during pandemic Pet owners struggling with food bills says charity Woodgreen Pets Charity
BBC News
10-07-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Dog with 'grapefruit-sized tumour' rescued in Cambridgeshire
An animal rescue charity is urging people to seek help for sick pets after saving an elderly dog with a tumour "the size of a grapefruit" on its Norman, aged 11, was brought to Woodgreen Pets Charity in Godmanchester, Cambridgeshire, by its desperate owner who said they could not afford veterinary dog had a 700g (1.5lb) growth - heavier than a bag of sugar - which the charity said was weighing down the small creature, was smelly and was attracting removed the benign growth in a "tricky, yet successful, operation" and Norman will be put up for rehoming, but the charity urged owners not to wait until an animal got into this state. The charity, made famous by Channel 4's series The Dog House, said Norman was brought in last month with a "growth the size of a grapefruit on his head, attracting flies and causing serious discomfort". His owner walked in asking for help, unable to afford food or the urgent vet treatment Norman needed, they said. The charity described Norman's tumour as "a huge, ulcerated lump".Helen Stapleton, head of intake and rehoming at Woodgreen, said: "The lump was so large and heavy that it dominated Norman's small body. It must have been very uncomfortable for him. "Luckily, Norman is doing well - he loves a cuddle and belly rub."Norman's story is a stark reminder of the growing number of pet owners who are facing financial hardship because of the cost-of-living crisis, and are therefore having to make heartbreaking decisions. Sadly, we're seeing more cases like Norman's at Woodgreen," she charity said it was hearing more and more stories of pet owners who were turning to food banks to feed both themselves and their animals, and said: "A significant concern is that we're seeing a growing number of owners delay veterinary visits out of fear they won't be able to afford the bill. "Sadly, this can potentially lead to longer-term or more serious health issues, and greater discomfort for pets – like Norman's case. "We urge anyone who's struggling to seek support before they reach this point." Follow Cambridgeshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
