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RSPCA Rescues 250 Poodles Amid Rising Abandonment Cases

4/8/2026

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On April 8, 2026, the RSPCA rescued 250 poodles from a Nottingham home amid a 70% rise in destitute cases.
The elderly owner was overwhelmed by breeding.
The RSPCA said many dogs suffer poor health and are terrified of the outside world.
Some dogs have found new homes at Radcliffe Animal Centre.
Stevie, a deaf and blind cocker spaniel, and her guide dog Sandy, must be rehomed together at Southridge.

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Story summary

On April 8, 2026, the RSPCA rescued 250 poodles from a Nottingham home amid a 70% rise in destitute cases.
The elderly owner was overwhelmed by breeding.
The RSPCA said many dogs suffer poor health and are terrified of the outside world.
Some dogs have found new homes at Radcliffe Animal Centre.
Stevie, a deaf and blind cocker spaniel, and her guide dog Sandy, must be rehomed together at Southridge.