Britain’s hidden pet welfare crisis is forcing owners to choose between essentials and their animals |
Linda Cantle, Director of Pet Services at Woodgreen Pets Charity, explains the hidden sacrifice of today’s pet owners.
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When someone gives up their pet, it’s easy for others to pass judgement. Why did they get an animal they couldn’t afford? Why wait to ask for help? But the reality behind this decision is far more nuanced, emotionally complex and influenced by pressures beyond an owner’s control.
Today, people across the UK are making extraordinary sacrifices to keep the pets they love. Our community outreach team is seeing owners going without essentials, living in unsuitable conditions, delaying medical treatment,........