RSPCA raises concerns over rising abandonments this winter
Abandonments have risen by around 20% this year compared to 2020 figures during recent months and the RSPCA said it ‘fears the increased stress and pressures’ will see a rise in ‘abandonment, neglect and even abuse of animals’
The RSPCA has announced welfare concerns as the charity “braces” for a surge of abandoned and neglected animals this winter as pet ownership soared during lockdown.