A NUMBER of small animals at the RSPCA’s Newport Animal Centre are looking for the perfect partner and home on Valentine’s Day.

The centre on Hartridge Farm Road has re-homed hundreds of animals and is searching for new homes for an array of pets - including rabbits, ferrets and rats.

Carrie Lamb, a manager at the animal centre, said: “At Newport Animal Centre, we prioritise animals rescued from cruelty and neglect.

“As people across Wales mark Valentine’s Day we’re caring for dozens of animals looking for a second chance of a happy, forever home.

“Though dogs and cats are the animals we see most commonly at our centre, many rabbits and other small furry animals are also on the look-out for the perfect match.

“Of the 380 animals we found homes for in 2016, 26 of those are classed as small furry animals.”

She added: “We re-homed 51 rabbits in 2016, and Dakota the rabbit is hoping to join the list for 2017.”

Also at the centre, are two pairs of ferrets and rats, which are looking for homes.

Ms Lamb said: “Squeak is a beautiful white rat. New owners will need to devote time to play and socialise with her, and help bring her out of her shell. Dandy, too, is a very cute white rat in our care, looking for a loving new home.

“There are also some stunning ferrets based at the centre.

“We’d love to find them a new place to call home together, so they can continue their amazing friendship.

“As our rehabilitation and rehoming work continues, we hope, this Valentine’s Day, to secure a second chance of happiness and love for many of the animals in our care.”

For more information, contact 0300 123 0744 or visit https://www.rspca.org.uk/local/newport-animal-centre/