A member of the general public was given a shock after discovering a snake dumped inside a Marks & Spencer bag at a bus cease close to a Premier League soccer floor. The RSPCA had been known as after the corn snake was discovered inside the big insulated meals bag on Witton Road, in Birmingham, subsequent to Aston Villa’s stadium Villa Park.
The animal charity stated the non-venomous reptile was extremely fortunate to outlive after being rescued at round 8pm on Tuesday, September 26. RSPCA animal rescue officer Ash Moore, stated: “This snake was very fortunate to be discovered and rescued in time.
“The bag might have simply been ignored or thrown away. No matter what the explanation, abandoning an animal alone and in a state of affairs like that is by no means okay.
“There is not any guarantee that an deserted animal will probably be discovered or not turn out to be damage or misplaced. We’re pleading with individuals to not abandon animals and encourage anybody who’s struggling to hunt assist.
“We’ve not too long ago launched a devoted cost of dwelling hub to assist define and signpost the assistance on the market for house owners.”
The animal welfare charity stated it had obtained 1,031 stories involving snakes in want of assist final yr. Many of those had been deserted by their house owners.
Ash added: “Unfortunately, this kind of factor isn’t uncommon. Snakes typically find yourself in our care when house owners realise the dedication that’s concerned in assembly their wants and conserving them wholesome.
“This is why we’re at all times saying that folks ought to do their analysis earlier than taking up a pet.”
Anyone with details about the dumped snake is requested to contact the RSPCA attraction line on 0300 123 8018.