Kittens being found dead as charity flounders

Lots of kittens are being looked after by Cats Protection North East Lincolnshire

An animal charity has said it is so stretched that kittens and cats are dying as a result.

The North East Lincolnshire branch of Cats Protection has revealed it is struggling to cope with demand.

It has now issued an urgent appeal for fosterers and fundraisers.

Branch coordinator Michelle Mohamed said the situation was "distressing".

Two of the kittens in the care of Cats Protection North East Lincolnshire

Ms Mohamed added: "Over the last few weeks we've not got to calls quick enough due to the lack of spaces in the branch, so when we've gone to meet the people and bring cats in there have been lots of kittens dead on arrival which is really distressing."

The charity said the area it covers is huge and they need more help as they cannot cope with demand.

On its Facebook page, the charity wrote: "It’s a very sad day when we are finding dead kittens. Kitten season has not ceased in 2023 and now [it's] into 2024. Please if you have a spare room or garden space, get in touch. We desperately need fosterers. All expenses paid, no fosterer is out of pocket".

The charity said it particularly needs help in Woodhall Spa, Grimsby, Horncastle and Louth.

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