The Scottish SPCA has actually appealed for houses throughout the nation to take in cats as their centres are ‘nearing capacity’.
The animal charity has actually seen an increase of felines in 2023, with a 58% boost in cats and kittens coming to their shelters in 2023 compared to in 2015.
Their centres throughout the nation have actually seen 465 cats arrive this year – compared to 159 in 2022.
Anna O’Donnell, Scottish SPCA rehoming and promoting lead, said the nation is seeing an increase in low well-being kitten breeding and prompted prospective purchasers to adopt from the charity rather.
Scottish SPCAShe said: “We are seeing an increase in cats entering our care and we’d like anybody thinking of inviting a cat into their home to think about saving an animal.
“We have such a variation of types, personalities and ages that we’re positive we have a cat to match most households!
“We’d likewise like to motivate anybody thinking of purchasing a kitten to think about embracing a young person cat rather. They are simply as spirited and enjoyable as a kitten however a little simpler to look after in a great deal of methods.
“Sadly, we are seeing an increase in low-welfare kitten breeding, comparable to low-welfare puppy farming that already exists.
“Like puppies, kittens raised in a low-welfare environment are most likely to have a host of medical and behavioural issues due to the poor conditions they are kept in. We’d advise individuals not to purchase a kitten from these sellers and to come to us rather.
“Anyone thinking about a cat can see and make an application for a few of the animals we presently have available for rehoming on our website.
“As anyone who has rescued an animal will tell you, these cats will be so grateful for a second chance at a loving home. We’d love to see them all happy and settled with new families as soon as possible.”
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