The RSPCA say the ferret was in a good condition apart from having 'mucky ears'. Despite inquiries being made in the area, an owner has not yet been located. RSPCA animal rescue officer Fay Bowers ...

Proposals to crack down on the "unscrupulous" commercial trade of puppy, kitten and ferret smuggling have cleared ... such as cropped ears or a docked tail. Ministers also heard during the debate ...

The RSPCA is urging MPs to back legislation to tackle the import of dogs, cats and ferrets into the UK, including dogs who have undergone ear cropping overseas as well as the declawing of cats.