More than 3,000 animals have been rehomed in the last decade by RSPCA Cornwall.

This achievement was revealed to mark the animal welfare charity's 200th-anniversary.

Looking forward, the charity aims to spark a million-strong movement for the protection and well-being of pets.

Today, the RSPCA's services in Cornwall are facilitated by a dedicated team responsible for rescuing animals, investigating cases of cruelty, advising on animal welfare, and assisting pet owners in need.

This is supplemented by the work of the independent RSPCA Cornwall branch, which focuses on the rehabilitation and rehoming of animals in need within the area.

Many of these animals, before rehoming, endure significant suffering.

However, the tireless efforts of staff and volunteers ensure a path to recovery.

By the end of 2022, the charity had successfully found new homes for 3,108 animals in Cornwall, performed 5,340 neuters, and supplied 3,135 microchips to aid in the reunion of lost pets with their owners.

Falmouth Packet: This achievement was revealed to mark the animal welfare charity's 200th anniversary

Nationally, the RSPCA has rehomed over 400,000 pets since 2013, thanks to its 140 branches across England and Wales.

Additionally, the organisation has provided an astounding 1.7 million vet treatments in its animal hospitals over the years.

Despite this progress, the charity is faced with an increase in animal abandonment due to the current cost-of-living crisis.

Dermot Murphy, RSPCA inspectorate commissioner, shared his concerns: "We have even more animals in need of help coming into our care - but at the same time rehoming has been declining sharply, meaning thousands fewer rescue pets are being adopted and our branches and centres are full to bursting."

Mr Murphy said: "We are also faced with increased bills and less donations due to the cost of living crisis which is one of the biggest challenges facing animal welfare right now - and this economic hardship is continuing into our 200th anniversary year."

Despite these challenges, the RSPCA remains committed to their mission and continues to appeal for donations and support.

For more information on how you can aid in RSPCA's efforts, please visit www.rspca.org.uk/200