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Hopping in one of London’s renowned black taxis, which was dressed in blue for the occasion, �¼������ϲʿ��� dogs were spotted at some of the city’s iconic landmarks, from the historic Tower of London and Tower Bridge to the world-famous London Eye and Palace of Westminster. Adorning their very own Wear Blue for Rescue bandanas and pet tags, the dogs proudly championed rescue across London, encouraging rescue owners and lovers alike to get involved.

Joining in with the celebrations, London’s famous black cabs and iconic red buses have turned blue this month to support �¼������ϲʿ���’s Wear Blue for Rescue, encouraging the public to show their love for rescue dogs and cats who really need a second chance in life, both here in the UK and around the world.

Rachel, Head Nurse at �¼������ϲʿ���, said: “We had great fun travelling in style with our dogs to visit some of London’s famous sites and celebrating �¼������ϲʿ���’s Wear Blue for Rescue. City-goers will be able to catch a ride in a special Wear Blue for Rescue taxi or bus, so whether you’re travelling to the Isle of Dogs, Barking or even Catford, you can show your support for rescue.”

Throughout September, �¼������ϲʿ��� is asking pet lovers everywhere to show their love for rescue with “Wear Blue for Rescue”, an opportunity for rescue owners and supporters to come together and support rescue while helping �¼������ϲʿ��� to continue to be here for dogs and cats, wherever they are, for as long as they need us.

To support �¼������ϲʿ��� and show your love for rescue, get involved by visiting or by searching ‘Wear Blue for Rescue’ #WearBlueForRescue.

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Notes to editors

• Imagery is available here, to be credited to �¼������ϲʿ���: 
• At �¼������ϲʿ��� we offer our love and expert care to dogs and cats who need us by rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals at our centres, and by sharing our knowledge and resources with rescue organisations around the world. We do this because we want to help every dog and cat, everywhere.
• In 2022 �¼������ϲʿ��� directly cared for 2,278 dogs and 2,253 cats at our three centres. We also helped thousands more through our Communities programme, campaigning work, supporting other rescue centres and animal welfare advocates, and sharing knowledge and advice with pet owners.
• We’re reliant on the generosity of the public to continue to fund our vital work helping dogs and cats and the people who care for them. To donate to �¼������ϲʿ���, visit:
• In addition to the site in South West London, �¼������ϲʿ��� also has two other centres based at Old Windsor, Berkshire and Brands Hatch, Kent.
• To find out more visit our website or follow �¼������ϲʿ��� on Twitter  , Instagram or