OneKind has been at the forefront of advancing animal welfare since 1911, when our founders sought to end vivisection. The organisation was founded by sisters Netta and Elizabeth Ivory under the name of the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Vivisection.
We look back at over 100 years of campaigning for animals and bring you some of our most interesting highlights, achievements and milestone moments.
In 1911 OneKind was founded by the Ivory Sisters under the name of the Scottish Society for the Prevention of Vivisection (SSPV). Read more
In 1911 the SSPV purchased a caravan to tour around Scotland raising awareness of the charity. Read more
The first Dogs Bazaar, an event held in aid of the Society, was held in the Music Hall in Edinburgh. Read more
In 1912 the first issue of the SSPV’s journal “Our Fellow Mortals” was published. Read more
The meeting was held in the Balmoral Hotel, Princes Street, Edinburgh. Read more
The SSPV held many meetings and lectures throughout 1913. Read more
The Irish Terrier famously known as Vivisected Jack rose to fame after disappearing for six weeks only to return walking on three legs and with a collar bearing the words “Surgical Department” Read more
During WW1 the Society suffered a decrease in funds and a lesser ability to campaign, but it continued its work. Read more
The SSPV president The Earl of Haddington passed away just a few months after being re-elected into the position. Read more
In 1918 the Duchess of Hamilton and Brandon took over as President of the SSPV from the late Earl of Haddington. Read more
In 1925 the SSPV took part in their first Animals Welfare Week, holding many meetings throughout the week discussing animal welfare issues. Read more
In 1929, the SSPV formed the Tail-Waggers club to increase their outreach and raise interest in their work. Read more