The RSPCA has announced that they have found loving forever homes for more than 1,745 animals across Berkshire in the last decade.

This comes as the charity celebrates its landmark 200th anniversary.

Founded in 1824 in a London coffee shop, the charity has come a long way since then, sparking an animal welfare movement that spread around the world and changing the lives of thousands of animals.

RSPCA rescuers across the Royal county are responsible for saving animals, and investigating cruelty whilst also offering welfare advice and help to pet owners.

The county is also home to independent RSPCA branches -Reading with Oxon Border and East Berkshire - who rehabilitate and rehome rescued animals and help animals most in need in the area.

Dermot Murphy, RSPCA inspectorate commissioner said: “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.

“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.

“But we are determined to rise to the challenge and help animals and pet owners who need us more than ever. That’s why we’re currently asking supporters to Join the Winter Rescue by donating to help our rescue teams reach the thousands of animals who desperately need them.