The ISPCA has renewed its call for urgent assistance from people in Galway with the crisis currently facing animals amid a sharp increase in animal cruelty and pets being abandoned.
In Galway, 24 calls were made to the animal welfare charity between January and May 2023.
If this continues, the organisation expects to lodge a total of 42 calls in Galway alone by the end of the year.
The increase in animal cruelty means that the ISPCA urgently needs funds to care for and house the animals coming to them.
They said that the public responded well to the initial call for funding, and that “it is having a genuine impact”. But the charity said that more needs to be done to resolve the issue.
Dr Cyril Sullivan, CEO of the ISPCA, thanked all those who contributed so far, saying that it has made a big difference.
“The Irish public has donated over €100,000 so far in a true display of their care for animals,” said Dr Sullivan.
“However, every animal matters and we still have a need to raise as much again to meet this crisis. I know it is difficult and I know many people who want to contribute just haven’t gotten around to it. But the need is urgent.
“So many have already contributed, if you care and want to help the time to do it is now, please join with the thousands of people who are responding with generosity. We can do this; we can overcome this crisis and change the lives of these animals. To do that we need that support now.”
Dr Sullivan said that rhe post-pandemic surge in cases has placed a significant financial burden and demand for space on the charity.
“The ISPCA remains committed to helping every animal in need and has not turned away any distressed or neglected animal needing rescue.
“To accommodate the growing number of animals rescued, the ISPCA’s facilities are at full capacity and has been forced to install temporary facilities and utilise private kennels, leading to substantial, unforeseen costs.”
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