Seven adult cats and two kittens were found sealed in a plastic bin during a weekly check up of a vacant property. Though the bin had been punctured with holes for air, the animals had no food or water and could have been there for up to nine days. 

The SPCA’s North Cariboo & District animal centre services manager Alex Schare says they received a call from the property manager who heard the animals meowing from inside the bins. Several cats scored only one on the body condition scale of one to nine. “These cats were starving, and matted with feces and urine. Some of the adult cats would not have lived much longer and will require a refeeding plan to slowly introduce their bodies to food,” says Schare. 

The cats were so badly matted that their fur had to be shaved. “Despite everything they have been through, all of the cats are vocal and friendly,” he says. The property was vacant at the time and as the cats were found outside, it is not known who is responsible for this act of cruelty.

Anyone with information about these cats is asked to please call the BC SPCA’s toll-free hotline at 1-855-622-7722.

The cats are in very delicate condition and need constant care in order to bring their body condition up to anywhere near normal. Their emaciated bodies are heartbreaking for staff, but everyone is so touched how the cats are still so trusting. 

Please help with their intensive care by donating to their medical fund today. 

Personal updates for these cats will be provided to anyone who donates to their campaign.

*Goal includes: surgery, medication, vaccinations, regular health check, and daily care for the cats until they are ready for adoption. If their medical costs and cost of care is less than is raised in their name, additional funds will provide care for other animals.