Rescue’s heartbreak as these puppies were abandoned because their owners couldn’t afford them anymore

Sadly, the cost of living crisisdiscriminates, leaving the most vulnerable on the edge. Many families now have to choose between feeding their children or taking care of their pets, which leaves the rescue centres across the country overwhelmed. These innocent puppies are the latest victims of rising prices and inflation.

Born into a cruel world

These tiny fluffballs look like they would make a perfect addition to any family, yet their future is unclear as the inflation in Britain was forecast to hit more than 18.5% in January, and energy prices soar. Household costs spiral out of control, and we can only hope that some families can still afford to offer these adorable puppies loving homes.

‘It’s a real emergency’

Sylvia Van Atta, who runs Many Tears Animal Rescue in Wales, said the charity usually re-homes 2,000 dogs a year but is currently heading for double that figure, Mail Online writes.

Sylvia added:

It’s a real emergency. I’ve never seen anything like it. It’s heartbreaking.

According to the rescue, some people who abandoned their pets told them they had to choose between 'paying the rent or keeping their dog', and others complained they couldn’t afford petrol, or pay their heating bills. Sadly, people are desperate to the point where they’re ready to abandon their beloved pets.

Many of the pets arriving at Many Tears are in urgent need of vet care because owners were unable to pay for treatment.

This mother and her litter desperately need loving homes

Many dog breeders saw soaring demand for dogs during the lockdowns but have now also been hit by a collapse in the market. It resulted in many pregnant dogs having been abandoned too.

A two-year-old Gill who gave birth to a litter of 5 Pomeranian cross puppies is amongst the latest four-legged victims. She was left to fend for herself after a ‘backyard breeder’ simply threw her away. Luckily, she was rescued by the centre and safely gave birth there. She and her litter are now in desperate need of rehoming.

'The future looks very unclear'

Seven one-week-old Cavalier King Charles spaniels and their mother have also arrived to the rescue recently after their owner said they couldn’t afford a C-section.

Rich, a seven-year-old Basset Hound, was with his family since he was a puppy but had his heart broken when they could no longer afford vet bills.

Sylvia from Many Tears added that the cost of living crisis also means that cash-strapped people donate less money to charities like hers.

She added:

We’re struggling through and I’m determined to carry on. The staff are tireless but if the recession carries on for as long as predicted, the future looks very uncertain.

You can support Many Tears Animal Rescue, foster or adopt a pet, and learn about their work on www.manytearsrescue.org

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