RSPCA say more animals being abandoned as credit crunch bites

May 6 2009 by Carrie Catterall, Birkenhead News

A puppy was also found shivering in a rocky, snow-covered cavity and three tiny puppies so small their umbilical cords were still attached were dumped on a doorstep.

The RSPCA is facing pressure on two fronts as the society tries to cope with the increase in workload caused in part by the recession, while also facing its own financial pressures. The fall in property prices is expected to reduce income from legacies and the recession is also likely to reduce donations to the charity.

RSPCA North regional manager Alan Wolinski said: “Now more than ever we need the public’s support.

“It is a challenging time for the society, but more importantly it is a crisis for the animals.

“If people have pets they cannot care for, for any reason, then help and advice is always available from the RSPCA.”