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Meet Bully the Bulldog, who was found by RSPCA Inspectors at a puppy farm, with serious health problems. Aged 9 he had suffered a hard life, but thanks to the love and care of Woodside staff and over £4,000 spent on his treatment and recuperation, Bully was able to find a second chance and a loving forever home.

Mya, a small black kitten, was found alone with a badly damaged eye by a kind-hearted lady who called the RSPCA. Taken straight to the vet there was no option other than to remove the damaged eye. It isn’t clear if Mya’s injuries were caused by human neglect, an accident or an encounter with another animal but treatment to bring her back to health cost over £500. Thanks to Woodside Mya enjoys a safe and comfortable life in her new home.

Why Elizabeth has remembered Woodside Animal Centre in her Will

“I first became involved in 1988 and got to know the people here and saw their dedication. That is what really got me. The animals are in such good hands and everything possible is done for them. I know family and friends come first in a Will but if you love animals you can remember Woodside too, like I have”

Have you considered what might happen to your furry friends if you were to die?

It’s always a worry for people if they were to pass leaving their beloved pet to an uncertain future. We have a free scheme which ensures that your pets will be taken care of and found new loving homes in the event of your untimely passing.

You should ask your solicitor to mention your pets aftercare in your Will

Ask for more details about The Home For Life Scheme

Our legacy promises

We promise:

To use your gift wisely and effectively
If you want your gift used for a specific purpose or species, we will do our utmost to fulfil your wish
We will never put you under any pressure to tell us your intentions but if you do tell us then we love to say thank you!

If you leave us a gift and tell us then we would like to make you part of our “Pet Visionaries” programme. Your gift will help us help future generations of our wonderful two and four-legged friends.

These are some of the words and terms you might encounter when making your Will.

Administrator: A person appointed by law to finalise your affairs if you die without leaving a Will.

Assets: Any property a person owns.

Beneficiary: Anyone who receives something from your Will.

Bequest: A gift in a Will. Sometimes also called a legacy

Codicil: A legal document adding to, or amending an existing Will. A codicil is used where only a small change is needed and there is no need to make a new Will. This will appear as an appendix and will need to de signed, dated and kept with the original Will.

Estate: The total value of everything you own at your time of death, less any outstanding debts, taxes and costs.

Executor: A person you appoint to make sure the wishes stated in your Will are carried out. It is usual to appoint two people, but you can appoint up to a maximum of four. Executors can also benefit under the terms of the Will.

Gifts are normally:

Pecuniary (a specific sum of money),
Residuary (generally stated as a percentage share of what is left after all other gifts have been made) or
Specific (a particular item or property).

Guardian: A person appointed by a parent to look after their children in the event of their death before the children reach adulthood.

Intestacy: Dealing with the estate if you die without a valid Will.

Intestate: A person who passes away without a valid Will, the law then declares intestacy and decides how your assets will be distributed, regardless of your wishes.

Inheritance Tax: A tax levied at 40% of the value of your estate over the first £325,000. Gifts to your spouse or a charity are exempt.

Legator: A person who is deceased and has left part of or all of their estate to their loved ones or causes that they care about.

Probate: The process that determines whether your Will is valid.

Witness: Someone who signs your will in your presence, who must not be a beneficiary.

You can request our Free guide to leaving a gift in your will and becoming a Pet Visionary:

Name*
First Last
Address
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What prompted you to contact us?*
How can we help you?
- I have some questions and would like a bit of help - please contact me
- I have already remembered RSPCA Leicestershire Branch in my Will
- I have left a fixed amount of money in my Will
- I have left a share of the value of my estate
- I am still considering leaving RSPCA Leicestershire Branch a gift
- Please send information about Inheritance tax
- Please send information about securing the future for a beloved pet
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We will use the above information for the purpose of fulfilling your wishes relating to and keeping you informed about legacies. Additionally if you would like to be kept up to date with the latest news, fundraising, events and volunteering please tick your preferences below.
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Should you wish to change your communication preferences at any time please email legacy@rspcaleicester.org.uk or call 0116 233 6677. Information about how we use your personal data is set out in our privacy notice, published at www.rspcaleicester.org.uk/ privacy-notice

Opening Hours

Centre Open for General Animal Viewing
We are open to the public to have a look around on Thursdays, Saturday and Sundays from 11:00 to 15:00

We look forward to seeing you soon.

Pet Shop and Reception
Open 7 Days a week
Monday - Friday: 08:30 to 16:30
Saturday & Sunday: 09:00 to 16:00

If you are interested in adopting an animal in our care, please go to the animal profile pages and complete the contact forms. Our team will then contact you to discuss the current adoption process.