The RSPCA is caring for a male tabby cat who was abandoned with an injury to his pelvis and found in a cat carrier in Brent in North West London.
The cat, which has now been named Severus by the RSPCA, was found with a note written on the back of a brown ‘Please do not bend’ envelope which read: ‘Please keep him. Bless you for your kindness.’
The cat carrier was then placed in a member of the public’s garden in Beames Road, London, on Thursday 26 September.
He was taken to the RSPCA Finsbury Park Hospital where he is now receiving treatment for an injured pelvis as well as some much-needed TLC.
Jade Guthrie, Animal Rescue Officer (ARO), said: “This very friendly cat was found abandoned in a cat carrier with a heartbreaking note asking for a member of the public to please keep him. We understand that people’s circumstances can change and especially during a cost of living crisis, times can be tough which may mean people can no longer afford to keep their pets especially if they need costly vet treatment.
“We appreciate that this person left their cat with the intention that someone else would keep him, however, we would urge any owners who are struggling to please never abandon their pets and instead reach out for help from friends or family, or charities, who can support them.”
There is support for those who are struggling on the charity’s Cost of Living Hub.
Jade added: “We’d advise anyone who finds an abandoned cat to please take them to a vet as this is often the quickest way to get them the help they need and allows our officers to investigate urgent calls relating to neglected and abused animals.”
Severus, named after Severus Snape from the Harry Potter films and books, has left all the staff at the animal hospital spellbound with his friendly nature. He is receiving pain relief and awaiting x-rays and further tests to investigate the injuries to his pelvis.
