A change in the law will toughen up rules about how we care for animals. The News joined the RSPCA as owners were offered advice and practical help with their pets.
RSPCA inspectors know only too well how cruel some pet owners can be.
But as the law stands, they can only intervene and prosecute when they can prove cruelty, which often comes too late for the animals involved.
In April, the new Animal Welfare Act will force pet owners to meet their animals' basic needs, with a proper diet, suitable living space and live with or without animal companions, as appropriate.
It will also compel owners to care for pets in a way which allows them to express normal behaviour and take reasonable steps to protect them from pain, suffering, injury or disease.
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