We recently had to make an emergency dash to the out-of-hours vets with one of our little rescue dogs.

Motley, our beautiful five-year-old Pomeranian, suddenly became very poorly.

She wasn’t quite herself. Normally bright, playful and always ready for cuddles, Motley had become quiet and withdrawn. She developed an upset tummy and diarrhoea, and with the recent extreme temperatures, we knew dehydration could quickly become a serious concern.

Our team monitored her closely while keeping her hydrated and arranging for her to be seen by our vets.

At Rain Rescue, every animal in our care is treated as though they are one of our own. When they need us, we act.

A Worrying Turn for the Worse

Our incredible veterinary nurse, Tash, stayed behind after work to keep a close eye on Motley.

As the evening progressed, Motley deteriorated.

When Tash checked on her later that night, she discovered a large amount of blood in Motley’s diarrhoea. She was lethargic, clearly uncomfortable and completely unlike the happy little dog we all know and love.

There was only one option.

An emergency trip to the out-of-hours vets.

Putting Motley’s Welfare First

Emergency veterinary care is never inexpensive, but when one of our animals needs urgent treatment, we don’t stop to ask whether we can afford it.

We simply do what’s right.

Tash stayed with Motley until after midnight, making sure she wasn’t alone while she received the care she desperately needed.

The vets diagnosed haemorrhagic diarrhoea, a serious condition that requires prompt treatment. Motley was given pain relief and anti-sickness injections before returning home with additional pain medication and Promax to help settle her gastrointestinal tract.

She is now back with us, resting comfortably and being closely monitored by our team as we do everything we can to help her recover.

Every Emergency Comes at a Cost

We’re incredibly relieved that Motley is safe.

But emergency veterinary treatment comes with significant, unexpected costs.

As a charity, we never want money to be the reason an animal doesn’t receive the care they need. Every time a dog or cat arrives needing urgent treatment, we want to be able to say “yes” without hesitation.

That’s only possible because of kind-hearted supporters like you.

Can You Help Motley Today?

If you’re able to make a donation towards Motley’s emergency veterinary treatment, we’d be so grateful.

Every gift, no matter the size, helps cover the cost of her care and ensures we can continue providing lifesaving treatment to every animal that needs us.

Thank you for standing beside Motley, Tash and every rescue animal who relies on Rain Rescue when they need us most. Together, you make these second chances possible.

Six tiny kittens have recently arrived at RAIN, and their story is one we won’t soon forget.

Found as strays in a garden, they were brought into our care frightened, vulnerable and completely unfamiliar with human kindness. All they had ever known was life on the streets.

At an age when kittens should be playing, exploring and purring contentedly, these little ones were hiding away, cowering and trembling with fear.

A Shocking Discovery

As our cattery team began to assess the kittens, it quickly became clear that they had been suffering for some time.

They were absolutely riddled with fleas and in such poor condition that they were already anaemic from the severity of the infestation. They were also dangerously underweight and weak, having struggled to survive alone at such a young age.

The flea infestation was so severe that their first bath turned the water red with blood.

While fleas are often thought of as a minor nuisance, they can be incredibly dangerous for young animals. Severe infestations can cause anaemia, painful skin infections and, in some cases, even prove fatal.

It’s heartbreaking to think about what these kittens had already endured in their short lives.

The Road to Recovery

Thankfully, these six kittens are now safe.

Although they remain cautious and unsure of people, we are beginning to see the first encouraging signs of progress. Slowly but surely, they are starting to come out of their shells. Small moments of curiosity, trust and even playfulness are beginning to replace fear.

At RAIN, we are committed to giving them everything they need to recover and thrive. That includes urgent flea and worm treatment, vaccinations, microchipping, neutering when they are old enough, nutritious food, a safe environment and the patient, consistent care needed to help them learn that people can be trusted.

We Can’t Do It Without You

Every animal that comes through our doors deserves a chance to heal, but providing that care comes at a cost.

With so many cats and dogs already relying on RAIN, unexpected arrivals like these kittens place additional pressure on our limited resources. Our team works tirelessly to balance veterinary treatment, food, shelter and rehabilitation for every animal in our care.

We will always step up for animals in need, just as we have for these six kittens. But we cannot do it alone.

Help Give Them the Future They Deserve

Your support can help transform fear into safety, suffering into comfort and six difficult beginnings into bright, healthy futures.

By making a donation today, you’ll not only help these kittens receive the care they desperately need, but you’ll also help ensure that RAIN can continue to be there for every other cat and dog who needs us.

Please consider making a donation today and helping us give these kittens — and so many others — the second chance they deserve.

Thank you for helping RAIN be there when it matters most.