USPCA
@uspca.bsky.social
Est. 1836, as the world's second oldest animal charity. We're dedicated to the prevention of cruelty, the relief of suffering in animals & advancing animal welfare in Northern Ireland.
Become a fostering volunteer!💙🐾
The volunteer role of a fosterer is a critical one and makes a huge difference to an animal and their chances of finding their forever home.
Find out more and enquire here 👉 buff.ly/zZqLm4q
#Fostering #USPCA #AnimalCharity
The volunteer role of a fosterer is a critical one and makes a huge difference to an animal and their chances of finding their forever home.
Find out more and enquire here 👉 buff.ly/zZqLm4q
#Fostering #USPCA #AnimalCharity
November 6, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Become a fostering volunteer!💙🐾
The volunteer role of a fosterer is a critical one and makes a huge difference to an animal and their chances of finding their forever home.
Find out more and enquire here 👉 buff.ly/zZqLm4q
#Fostering #USPCA #AnimalCharity
The volunteer role of a fosterer is a critical one and makes a huge difference to an animal and their chances of finding their forever home.
Find out more and enquire here 👉 buff.ly/zZqLm4q
#Fostering #USPCA #AnimalCharity
Eddie was the victim of an appalling act of animal cruelty as a firework was attached to his tail and exploded, causing horrific injuries. Thanks to our vet team's efforts and Eddie's resilience, he is now recovering well and has returned home.
Read more: buff.ly/vzAG7fk
Read more: buff.ly/vzAG7fk
November 4, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Eddie was the victim of an appalling act of animal cruelty as a firework was attached to his tail and exploded, causing horrific injuries. Thanks to our vet team's efforts and Eddie's resilience, he is now recovering well and has returned home.
Read more: buff.ly/vzAG7fk
Read more: buff.ly/vzAG7fk
With Halloween celebrations in full swing, here are some top tips to ensure we all look after our local wildlife this spooky season.🎃🐾
#HalloweenAdvice #Wildlife #ProtectNature #AnimalCharity #AnimalWelfare
#HalloweenAdvice #Wildlife #ProtectNature #AnimalCharity #AnimalWelfare
October 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
With Halloween celebrations in full swing, here are some top tips to ensure we all look after our local wildlife this spooky season.🎃🐾
#HalloweenAdvice #Wildlife #ProtectNature #AnimalCharity #AnimalWelfare
#HalloweenAdvice #Wildlife #ProtectNature #AnimalCharity #AnimalWelfare
Keep Your Pets Safe This Halloween 🎃
Pets are such an important part of our family, so it’s only natural we want them to feel safe. With spooky season just around the corner we have some top tips to ensure it’s a safe time of year for both you and your pet.
#HalloweenPetSafety
Pets are such an important part of our family, so it’s only natural we want them to feel safe. With spooky season just around the corner we have some top tips to ensure it’s a safe time of year for both you and your pet.
#HalloweenPetSafety
October 23, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Keep Your Pets Safe This Halloween 🎃
Pets are such an important part of our family, so it’s only natural we want them to feel safe. With spooky season just around the corner we have some top tips to ensure it’s a safe time of year for both you and your pet.
#HalloweenPetSafety
Pets are such an important part of our family, so it’s only natural we want them to feel safe. With spooky season just around the corner we have some top tips to ensure it’s a safe time of year for both you and your pet.
#HalloweenPetSafety
BBC Spotlight - 'Dog Fighting: Exposed' is back on BBC Two NI tonight at 9:00pm.
A hard-hitting documentary that sheds light on the brutal reality of dog fighting that continues to take place in NI.
FAQ - buff.ly/XvizGhy
Report Animal Cruelty - buff.ly/NwnIInZ
A hard-hitting documentary that sheds light on the brutal reality of dog fighting that continues to take place in NI.
FAQ - buff.ly/XvizGhy
Report Animal Cruelty - buff.ly/NwnIInZ
October 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
BBC Spotlight - 'Dog Fighting: Exposed' is back on BBC Two NI tonight at 9:00pm.
A hard-hitting documentary that sheds light on the brutal reality of dog fighting that continues to take place in NI.
FAQ - buff.ly/XvizGhy
Report Animal Cruelty - buff.ly/NwnIInZ
A hard-hitting documentary that sheds light on the brutal reality of dog fighting that continues to take place in NI.
FAQ - buff.ly/XvizGhy
Report Animal Cruelty - buff.ly/NwnIInZ
October 2, 2025 at 7:00 PM
MUST WATCH - BBC Spotlight 'Dog Fighting: Exposed.' Over 19 months, the USPCA and League Against Cruel Sports uncovered an international dog-fighting ring from Northern Ireland to Europe. Watch now on BBC iplayer: buff.ly/q02wxft
#BBCNI #BBCSpotlight #DogFighting
#BBCNI #BBCSpotlight #DogFighting
September 30, 2025 at 8:08 AM
MUST WATCH - BBC Spotlight 'Dog Fighting: Exposed.' Over 19 months, the USPCA and League Against Cruel Sports uncovered an international dog-fighting ring from Northern Ireland to Europe. Watch now on BBC iplayer: buff.ly/q02wxft
#BBCNI #BBCSpotlight #DogFighting
#BBCNI #BBCSpotlight #DogFighting
Santa Paws is back!🎄
This experience is fun for the whole family, and we hope to see you and your furry companions there.🐾 Proceeds will help us continue to provide vital services for animals in need.
ALL LOCATIONS, DATES & BOOK ONLINE 👉https://buff.ly/AdRkAnA
This experience is fun for the whole family, and we hope to see you and your furry companions there.🐾 Proceeds will help us continue to provide vital services for animals in need.
ALL LOCATIONS, DATES & BOOK ONLINE 👉https://buff.ly/AdRkAnA
September 27, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Santa Paws is back!🎄
This experience is fun for the whole family, and we hope to see you and your furry companions there.🐾 Proceeds will help us continue to provide vital services for animals in need.
ALL LOCATIONS, DATES & BOOK ONLINE 👉https://buff.ly/AdRkAnA
This experience is fun for the whole family, and we hope to see you and your furry companions there.🐾 Proceeds will help us continue to provide vital services for animals in need.
ALL LOCATIONS, DATES & BOOK ONLINE 👉https://buff.ly/AdRkAnA
The USPCA Newry centre will be closed to the public on Monday 25th August.
In case of an emergency, please contact: Vets Now Belfast, 193 Belmont Road, BT4 2AE | 028 9065 1729
For wildlife rescue, call 028 3025 1000 and leave a voicemail for the wildlife team who will respond.
In case of an emergency, please contact: Vets Now Belfast, 193 Belmont Road, BT4 2AE | 028 9065 1729
For wildlife rescue, call 028 3025 1000 and leave a voicemail for the wildlife team who will respond.
August 23, 2025 at 9:00 AM
The USPCA Newry centre will be closed to the public on Monday 25th August.
In case of an emergency, please contact: Vets Now Belfast, 193 Belmont Road, BT4 2AE | 028 9065 1729
For wildlife rescue, call 028 3025 1000 and leave a voicemail for the wildlife team who will respond.
In case of an emergency, please contact: Vets Now Belfast, 193 Belmont Road, BT4 2AE | 028 9065 1729
For wildlife rescue, call 028 3025 1000 and leave a voicemail for the wildlife team who will respond.
Come and work at the USPCA!🐾
We are currently recruiting for the following role:
😺 Finance, Contracts & Procurement Manager
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/QaaeWE1
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17th September 2025
#Hiring #CharitySector #Finance
We are currently recruiting for the following role:
😺 Finance, Contracts & Procurement Manager
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/QaaeWE1
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17th September 2025
#Hiring #CharitySector #Finance
August 22, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Come and work at the USPCA!🐾
We are currently recruiting for the following role:
😺 Finance, Contracts & Procurement Manager
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/QaaeWE1
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17th September 2025
#Hiring #CharitySector #Finance
We are currently recruiting for the following role:
😺 Finance, Contracts & Procurement Manager
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/QaaeWE1
Closing date for applications: Wednesday 17th September 2025
#Hiring #CharitySector #Finance
Help feed our furry friends! We need donations of dry cat food for cats in our care and across NI, as we continue to deliver vital pet food parcels. We also always need wet kitten food for the 60 kittens we care for. If you can help cats like Beans, please send food via our website👉 shop.uspca.co.uk
August 14, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Help feed our furry friends! We need donations of dry cat food for cats in our care and across NI, as we continue to deliver vital pet food parcels. We also always need wet kitten food for the 60 kittens we care for. If you can help cats like Beans, please send food via our website👉 shop.uspca.co.uk
We would like to say a big THANK YOU to one of our neighbours Pure Engineering Group and their incredible staff for nominating the USPCA as one of their chosen charities and raising over £200 to help the animals in our care!💙
Find out more about how you can fundraise for the USPCA 👉 buff.ly/l0VDWMd
Find out more about how you can fundraise for the USPCA 👉 buff.ly/l0VDWMd
August 7, 2025 at 11:00 AM
We would like to say a big THANK YOU to one of our neighbours Pure Engineering Group and their incredible staff for nominating the USPCA as one of their chosen charities and raising over £200 to help the animals in our care!💙
Find out more about how you can fundraise for the USPCA 👉 buff.ly/l0VDWMd
Find out more about how you can fundraise for the USPCA 👉 buff.ly/l0VDWMd
Join our team at the USPCA! 🐾💙
We are currently recruiting for the following position:
🐶 Animal Welfare Officer
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/4gt4hk8
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Noon, Tuesday 26 August 2025
#AnimalCharity #Career #NewJob #Hiring #WorkingWithAnimals #CharitySector
We are currently recruiting for the following position:
🐶 Animal Welfare Officer
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/4gt4hk8
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Noon, Tuesday 26 August 2025
#AnimalCharity #Career #NewJob #Hiring #WorkingWithAnimals #CharitySector
August 3, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Join our team at the USPCA! 🐾💙
We are currently recruiting for the following position:
🐶 Animal Welfare Officer
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/4gt4hk8
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Noon, Tuesday 26 August 2025
#AnimalCharity #Career #NewJob #Hiring #WorkingWithAnimals #CharitySector
We are currently recruiting for the following position:
🐶 Animal Welfare Officer
To find out more and apply 👉 buff.ly/4gt4hk8
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: Noon, Tuesday 26 August 2025
#AnimalCharity #Career #NewJob #Hiring #WorkingWithAnimals #CharitySector
@daera-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on proposed new rules for the sale and supply of puppies and kittens in Northern Ireland - and it’s time for you to have your say! 🐾
Your voice matters in shaping the future of animal welfare! Fill out the consultation here > buff.ly/Fqn3cak
Your voice matters in shaping the future of animal welfare! Fill out the consultation here > buff.ly/Fqn3cak
August 1, 2025 at 11:00 AM
@daera-ni.gov.uk has launched a public consultation on proposed new rules for the sale and supply of puppies and kittens in Northern Ireland - and it’s time for you to have your say! 🐾
Your voice matters in shaping the future of animal welfare! Fill out the consultation here > buff.ly/Fqn3cak
Your voice matters in shaping the future of animal welfare! Fill out the consultation here > buff.ly/Fqn3cak
Applications are now open for our ‘Paws & Pre-Loved’ Market!
If you’re a vendor that offers pre-loved, eco-friendly, upcycled, vintage, handmade or sustainable products – let’s chat!
📍Banana Block, Belfast
📆Sunday 14th September
💴Just £45 per stall
Register your interest > [email protected]
If you’re a vendor that offers pre-loved, eco-friendly, upcycled, vintage, handmade or sustainable products – let’s chat!
📍Banana Block, Belfast
📆Sunday 14th September
💴Just £45 per stall
Register your interest > [email protected]
July 28, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Applications are now open for our ‘Paws & Pre-Loved’ Market!
If you’re a vendor that offers pre-loved, eco-friendly, upcycled, vintage, handmade or sustainable products – let’s chat!
📍Banana Block, Belfast
📆Sunday 14th September
💴Just £45 per stall
Register your interest > [email protected]
If you’re a vendor that offers pre-loved, eco-friendly, upcycled, vintage, handmade or sustainable products – let’s chat!
📍Banana Block, Belfast
📆Sunday 14th September
💴Just £45 per stall
Register your interest > [email protected]
A very warm welcome to Heather Weir, the new CEO of the USPCA🐾
Heather brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in health and charity sectors, including as former CEO of the Northern Ireland Hospice.
Learn more about Heather here 👉 buff.ly/dgZYepO
Heather brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in health and charity sectors, including as former CEO of the Northern Ireland Hospice.
Learn more about Heather here 👉 buff.ly/dgZYepO
July 25, 2025 at 11:00 AM
A very warm welcome to Heather Weir, the new CEO of the USPCA🐾
Heather brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in health and charity sectors, including as former CEO of the Northern Ireland Hospice.
Learn more about Heather here 👉 buff.ly/dgZYepO
Heather brings over 25 years of senior leadership experience in health and charity sectors, including as former CEO of the Northern Ireland Hospice.
Learn more about Heather here 👉 buff.ly/dgZYepO
We've got a chance to win much needed funding to support our services that help sick, injured and abandoned animals in Northern Ireland.
The draw is only open until the 27th July and it takes not even a minute of your time!
Submit your nomination here 👉 buff.ly/a8PLNYC
#AnimalCharity #ThankYou
The draw is only open until the 27th July and it takes not even a minute of your time!
Submit your nomination here 👉 buff.ly/a8PLNYC
#AnimalCharity #ThankYou
July 20, 2025 at 11:01 AM
We've got a chance to win much needed funding to support our services that help sick, injured and abandoned animals in Northern Ireland.
The draw is only open until the 27th July and it takes not even a minute of your time!
Submit your nomination here 👉 buff.ly/a8PLNYC
#AnimalCharity #ThankYou
The draw is only open until the 27th July and it takes not even a minute of your time!
Submit your nomination here 👉 buff.ly/a8PLNYC
#AnimalCharity #ThankYou
National Kitten Day is here, and the need for your support is more crucial than ever! Our resources are stretched. We're caring for 75 kittens alongside many other animals in our centre. Help us provide food and treatment 👉 buff.ly/USWMNHv #NationalKittenDay
July 10, 2025 at 11:01 AM
National Kitten Day is here, and the need for your support is more crucial than ever! Our resources are stretched. We're caring for 75 kittens alongside many other animals in our centre. Help us provide food and treatment 👉 buff.ly/USWMNHv #NationalKittenDay
Are we your favourite Charity Stores? Now’s your time to tell them.
Nominate your favourite USPCA charity store 👉 buff.ly/WKVXQD3
Which one will it be?
The closing date for votes is 14th July 2025.
Your vote could make all the difference—thank you for your support!
Nominate your favourite USPCA charity store 👉 buff.ly/WKVXQD3
Which one will it be?
The closing date for votes is 14th July 2025.
Your vote could make all the difference—thank you for your support!
June 25, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Are we your favourite Charity Stores? Now’s your time to tell them.
Nominate your favourite USPCA charity store 👉 buff.ly/WKVXQD3
Which one will it be?
The closing date for votes is 14th July 2025.
Your vote could make all the difference—thank you for your support!
Nominate your favourite USPCA charity store 👉 buff.ly/WKVXQD3
Which one will it be?
The closing date for votes is 14th July 2025.
Your vote could make all the difference—thank you for your support!
We urgently need wet kitten food for the many hungry kittens starting their weaning journey!😺
If you are in a position to donate, you can send food via out website (Shipping is FREE) 👉 shop.uspca.co.uk
If you are in a position to donate, you can send food via out website (Shipping is FREE) 👉 shop.uspca.co.uk
June 17, 2025 at 11:03 AM
We urgently need wet kitten food for the many hungry kittens starting their weaning journey!😺
If you are in a position to donate, you can send food via out website (Shipping is FREE) 👉 shop.uspca.co.uk
If you are in a position to donate, you can send food via out website (Shipping is FREE) 👉 shop.uspca.co.uk
Join the Pet Education Partnership for a fun and informative online session that will help children aged 7-11, understand how to act safely and confidently around dogs - whether at home, in the park, or visiting friends.🐶
Register for the webinar here: buff.ly/GkCLd2E
Register for the webinar here: buff.ly/GkCLd2E
June 14, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Join the Pet Education Partnership for a fun and informative online session that will help children aged 7-11, understand how to act safely and confidently around dogs - whether at home, in the park, or visiting friends.🐶
Register for the webinar here: buff.ly/GkCLd2E
Register for the webinar here: buff.ly/GkCLd2E
The USPCA has been nominated for The Animal Award at BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Foyle’s Make a Difference Awards 2025! 🎉 This highlights the exceptional work our staff and volunteers do daily to improve animal lives. 🐾 #makeadifference #BBCMakeaDifference #AnimalCharity #AnimalWelfare
June 11, 2025 at 6:02 PM
The USPCA has been nominated for The Animal Award at BBC Radio Ulster and BBC Radio Foyle’s Make a Difference Awards 2025! 🎉 This highlights the exceptional work our staff and volunteers do daily to improve animal lives. 🐾 #makeadifference #BBCMakeaDifference #AnimalCharity #AnimalWelfare
A lionhead rabbit was abandoned on a cliffside road at Murlough Bay, Co. Antrim, where it couldn't survive alone. Fortunately, a passerby alerted our volunteer, Ian, who rescued it. The rabbit is slowly gaining confidence with care and patience. 🐰✨ #AnimalRescue #PetRabbit
May 22, 2025 at 10:04 AM
A lionhead rabbit was abandoned on a cliffside road at Murlough Bay, Co. Antrim, where it couldn't survive alone. Fortunately, a passerby alerted our volunteer, Ian, who rescued it. The rabbit is slowly gaining confidence with care and patience. 🐰✨ #AnimalRescue #PetRabbit
A long-eared owlet had fallen from its nest but volunteers Maria and Mark arrived quickly check it for injuries - it was fine! Mark then gently returned the owlet to its nest, where its sibling was waiting. Hoot hoot! 🦉😊
#Owl #LongEaredOwl #WildlifeVolunteers #ProtectWildlife
#Owl #LongEaredOwl #WildlifeVolunteers #ProtectWildlife
May 21, 2025 at 11:30 AM
A long-eared owlet had fallen from its nest but volunteers Maria and Mark arrived quickly check it for injuries - it was fine! Mark then gently returned the owlet to its nest, where its sibling was waiting. Hoot hoot! 🦉😊
#Owl #LongEaredOwl #WildlifeVolunteers #ProtectWildlife
#Owl #LongEaredOwl #WildlifeVolunteers #ProtectWildlife
Meet Diva, a calico kitten who has transformed from a vulnerable kitten into a strong, playful one.
We're launching an emergency appeal for your support this kitten season. If you've thought about helping, they need you now 👉 buff.ly/eoUtru9
#KittenSeason #Kitten #AnimalCharity #CatPeople
We're launching an emergency appeal for your support this kitten season. If you've thought about helping, they need you now 👉 buff.ly/eoUtru9
#KittenSeason #Kitten #AnimalCharity #CatPeople
May 13, 2025 at 11:02 AM
Meet Diva, a calico kitten who has transformed from a vulnerable kitten into a strong, playful one.
We're launching an emergency appeal for your support this kitten season. If you've thought about helping, they need you now 👉 buff.ly/eoUtru9
#KittenSeason #Kitten #AnimalCharity #CatPeople
We're launching an emergency appeal for your support this kitten season. If you've thought about helping, they need you now 👉 buff.ly/eoUtru9
#KittenSeason #Kitten #AnimalCharity #CatPeople