RSPCA issues urgent plea over two mums needing homes after happy endings for their 18 pups
“Rescuing a dog is such a rewarding experience, and they’re sure to bring such love and fun to your home”
The RSPCA has issued an urgent appeal for help to rehome two dogs who gave birth to a total of 25 puppies between them.
The pups have now all been adopted or reserved by new owners, meaning the mums now need to find their forever homes too.
Kila, a five-year-old Cane Corso, gave birth to a huge litter of 14 puppies in August, which is the highest number the RSPCA centre in Chesterfield has ever seen.
She arrived at the Chesterfield branch after being rescued from Doncaster by RSPCA officers due to concerns for her welfare.
The team had no idea she was pregnant until she went to get neutered at the vets.
Out of the 14, two were unfortunately still born and one passed away, but the 11 others have now been adopted or reserved.
The RSPCA described Kila as a “large and loving gentle giant” who loves attention and can be a bit of a “couch potato”.
They said: “She enjoys food and treats, going for walks and meeting new people and may be able to live with another dog. She knows a number of commands and could live with children of primary school age and is able to be left for short periods.
Four-year-old Susie was rescued after police requested support from the RSPCA over 15 dogs living at a property in Barnsley.
She arrived at Chesterfield on July 25, giving birth to 10 puppies just three days later. Sadly, despite the best efforts of staff, three passed away in the first few days. The rest of the puppies have now all been rehomed.
Susie has been described as a “lurcher-type”, who also “loves attention” like Kila.
The RSPCA said: “She is really friendly but would need someone with her most of the time. She loves walking and treats and could live with another calm dog and children of all ages.”
Chloe Gee, from the Spital Lane branch in Chesterfield, said: “By the time we found out Kila was pregnant, we’d already taken Susie in, knowing that she was expecting.
“When we discovered we would be having two litters we were rather surprised, especially as they were due just a few days apart.
“It was certainly a busy time at the centre helping both the mums and all their pups - but we are so pleased with how they grew into loveable little characters who have all now been adopted or reserved.
“Now we want to find homes for their mums who have been fantastic at bringing up their pups and now deserve their own family where they can enjoy living their best life.”
The branch has made the appeal following new data from the RSPCA’s annual ‘Adoptober’ rehoming drive.
It revealed that frontline officers are dealing with an average 410 ‘multi-animal’ incidents, involving 10 or more every single month.
This is an increase on 2025 which was a record breaking year.
Out of the 3,280 multi-animal cases reported across England and Wales already this year, there were 757 dog multi-animal incidents and 1,468 cat incidents.
As well as Susie and Kila, the Chesterfield branch of the RSPCA also has Coco, a 12-year-old boxer cross, who needs a home.
She has spent more than 300 days there.
Coco has been described as a “gentle giant” who is “broad, strong, yet soft-hearted as they come”.
The RSPCA stated that Coco would be best in a home with adults only, “where she can be cherished every day”.
‘Adoptober’ is the month adopted by RSPCA as a month to shine a light on the many pets waiting to be rescued.
Chloe, from the Chesterfield branch, said: “If you think you could offer Susie, Kila or or one of the other lovely animals in our care, please get in touch with us and a member of the team will help you find your perfect match.
“Rescuing a dog is such a rewarding experience, and they’re sure to bring such love and fun to your home.”