This Christmas, many rescued animals from across Derbyshire will be spending the festive season with us while they wait to find a home of their own.

Olaf and Elsa are two little kittens who recently came into our care in a terrible state. Their mum had sadly passed away during labour, and their previous owners weren't able to give them the care they needed.

They were just a week old and really poorly. They were riddled with fleas, nearly bald, snotty, congested and had upset tummies. They started treatment and went to stay with one of our incredible kitten fosterers, who spent many sleepless nights keeping them fed, warm and cared for.

Late one night, Olaf started struggling to breathe, so he was rushed to the emergency vet. It was touch-and-go, but thanks to life-saving care from the vet team, he was well enough to go home 24 hours later.

Olaf and Elsa’s treatment and round-the-clock care continued as their fragile bodies fought off infections and they grew stronger. Thanks to amazing supporters like you, they’ve been given the second chance they deserve.

As an independent charity, we have to raise every penny it costs to care for animals like them, and this Christmas, we need your help more than ever.

Your Christmas gift to our animals

Whatever you’re able to give, it will help provide comfort, care and a little festive joy to rescue animals waiting to find their new families.

£10 could fill a Christmas stocking with a new toy, some tasty treats and a cosy blanket.

£20 could give a nervous new arrival a warm, soft bed and blanket so they can feel safe while they settle in.

£50 could give an animal a week of food, care and comfort while they get ready to find a new home.

If you have a little extra to spare, a donation of £100 could care for an animal through the whole Christmas period, providing warmth, good food and plenty of love until the new year.

If you’re a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid adds 25% to your donation at no extra cost to you, helping even more animals get the care they need.

For rescue animals like Olaf and Elsa, and all those who need us this Christmas, Abbey Street is a lifeline, and we can only be there for them with your support.

Please donate today and help keep Derby’s rescue animals in Safe Hands this Christmas.

Thank you, from all of us at RSPCA Derby and every animal spending Christmas with us xx