Mitch Hutchcraft, with his dogs Buddy and Teddy, will be undertaking the Great British Dog Walking Challenge in December 2025 to raise money and awareness around illegal dog breeding and the the growing overpopulation crisis in animal sanctuaries across the UK while trying to get as many dogs rescued in the process.
Pic credit: Mitch Hutchcraft

Archie Douglas and his BRAVEHOUND assistance dog, Cocoa, are crowned the winners
of the Soldiering On Awards 2025 Animal Partnership category at a special ceremony in London.

Esme, one of the Guinea Pigs who has kept us company over the years.

Julie Hill (in her teens) and one of her guinea pigs.

Clementine Schouteden is the founder and CEO of Kavee, an award-winning global brand redefining small pet care. With a PhD in Genetics and early career experience at McKinsey & Company, Clementine combined her scientific expertise with entrepreneurial vision to transform a neglected niche into a thriving international business.

The RSPCA is urging animal lovers to consider rehoming smaller pet mammals - ‘small furries’ - as the charity experiences a 40% increase* in guinea pigs coming into their national centres.