Richmond Animal Protection Society (RAPS) was kept very busy last week trying to capture at least 13 older kittens that were dumped in the dark of night, close to the cat sanctuary.
The frightened young animals were discovered hiding in a hedge, and, in spite of RAPS’ best efforts, at least two are still at large.
Sanctuary manager Janet Reid said staff spent hours every day trying to recover the kittens. “They were absolutely covered with fleas, and could have died from flea anemia,” said Reid. “These kittens have clearly been kept outdoors and have never received any veterinary attention.
“It’s irresponsible and frankly appalling that the person dumped the kittens to fend for themselves, rather than containing them and taking them to Richmond Animal Shelter.”
The city shelter, operated by RAPS, also received some kittens last week. However, those were brought to the shelter by employees of one of the recycling depots.
“The recycle employees did the right thing,” said Kara Frederick, shelter manager.
RAPS will help people find homes for kittens and will assist them with the cost of spaying their mother cats.
It will cost RAPS more than $2,000 to spay/neuter, deworm and vaccinate all of the kittens. If you can donate or adopt the kittens, call 604-275-2036.
