Animal Control Officers Discover 15 Cats And Kittens Trapped Inside A Locked Cage
Human cruelty to animals knows no limits—we are constantly reminded of that. Fortunately, there are also people who are working day and night to help poor animals.
But even though they are putting in superhuman efforts, they can't do it alone, and they need help from all of us. Over 400 cats are cared for by Muncie Animal Care and Services (MACS) in Indiana.
MACS is excessively overcrowded, with 100 cats over its capacity. In addition, a horrible act against 15 cats and kittens has left them with even more felines to look after. MACS is seeking assistance from the public on several fronts.
They need your help to figure out who abandoned a container full of 15 cats and kittens near White River on Reynard Road. Some of the kittens were barely a week old, according to MACS' Facebook page.
With the addition of over a dozen cats to an already overcrowded shelter, MACS is looking for adopters and foster homes. MACS director Ethan Browning told Fox 59 that he intends to hold the responsible individuals accountable for placing these cats and kittens in such a horrible circumstance, explaining,
“Hoarders need professional help to prevent the situation from happening again, and if that takes pressing charges to get court-ordered therapy, then that is what we need to do.”
“Dumping ANY animal in a cage with absolutely nothing is cruel, inhumane, and anyone who does it needs to be held accountable. Hoarders need professional help to prevent the situation from happening again, and if that takes pressing charges to get court-ordered therapy, then that is what we need to do,” Ethan Browning, director of MACS, told Fox 59.
Muncie Animal Care and Services (MACS) discovered the 15 cats and kittens stuffed in one crate by the riverside with no food or water. “This is unacceptable!!” – they wrote on Facebook.
MACS' cat lovers make it their aim to assist cats in finding healthy and happy homes. The assignment has become increasingly tough to complete at this time.
Despite the extreme overcrowding, Ethan says they still receive 20-30 calls every day to pick up stray animals or investigate animal welfare concerns.
In order to promote cat adoptions, “We have been waiving reclaim fees and have had discounted adoption fees for the better part of the year, and we are still struggling to keep up with the constant intake of dumped or abandoned animals.”
Some of the kittens were only one week old.
Now they are up for adoption or fostering
Don't miss your chance
MACS is in need of support! These cats need to be adopted and fostered by loving households. If you're considering adopting a kitty, Dr. Alexandra Solomon, relationship therapist, advises,
“Adopting a pet is a significant commitment that requires research and preparation. It’s essential to understand the responsibilities involved and to approach it with a long-term mindset.”
Cat parents are also encouraged to get their cats spayed or neutered, according to MACS. Dr. Daniel Goleman, emotional intelligence expert, emphasizes,
“This issue transcends individual shelters; it’s a community challenge. We all must take responsibility to prevent unplanned breeding and ensure our pets are spayed or neutered.”
Find out more on Dr. Alexandra Solomon's website.
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